Westin Toronto Harbour Castle Hotel

The Westin Harbour Castle Hotel, Toronto offers guests an incredibly modern and sophisticated waterfront retreat in the heart of downtown Toronto near the city’s financial district. This hotel has 977 rooms and suites. Modern furnishings, stunning lake views and signature botanicals to leave you feeling inspired.
This hotel is a superior choice for meetings and events of all shapes and sizes. Offering 70,000 square feet of meeting space including the 25,000 square-foot Metropolitan Grand Ballroom and the adjacent, 38,520 square-foot Westin Harbour Castle Conference Centre. It is one of the largest ballrooms with a capacity of 2000 people.

The hotel is very accommodating offering a hand in each events requirement. Projectors, laptops, flower arrangements, or a coat-check are all-available. Recently CityEvents had the pleasure of working with the hotel on a pitch and with our client for the Great Valentine Gala.

The catering team will create the ideal menu for your event whether you’re planning an elegant sit-down meal or passed hors d’oeuvres. Consult our e-menus online for ideas, and relax as our team delights your guests, one dish at a time. Each event is paired with a Convention Services manager as a point person before, during, and after your event, overseeing the layout of the space, the technical configuration, and any other requests.
Watch the light dance off Lake Ontario from the vantage of your Traditional or Preferred Lakeview Room. Bathed in natural light and decorated with modern furnishings and soothing earth tones, these fresh and inviting retreats are perfectly suited for work events or relations.
Other hotel features: kids club, indoor pool, and big parking and fitness studio if you want to know more information, please check their website at;

http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/property/rooms/room_class_detail.html?propertyID=1084&roomClassId=1005973255

The Bond Affair Dinner

Sophisticated, elegant and on a mission to stimulate your taste buds. The Bond Affair Dinner Series strives to transform the way people view the city by providing the best culinary food possible.

This “pop-up” social dinner was held in magnificent locations such as museums, conservatories, historical locations, 5 star restaurants, golf clubs, art galleries and many more areas that represent fancy, classy and timeless. Guests were aware of each events secret location 2 days beforehand.

For only $125, you experience a night in the life of 007. The night began with the 007 Photo concierges, who accompanied guests to take photos with the Bond background.

Special 007 concierges  that escort guests to the bond lounge where drinks and Hors d’oeuvres were served. After the reception period, guests were seated and take part in the Q Branch. “Special Guest” which could be a book author, fashion designer or philanthropist.

And just so we’re clear, spies, we expect you to dine with us. A 4 course dinner was served, accompanied by the best drinks and a chef to describe the special menu.

What night isn’t complete without a little sightseeing? With A View to Kill, guests explored the beautiful venue with a guided tour. And finally, gift bags of products were given away at the end of the night. Remember spies, they are for your eyes only.

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Good Luck with your mission, spies. From Bond, with love.

CFPFP 30th Great Valentines Gala

Congratulations to the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP) on celebrating their 30^th Annual Great Valentine Gala! The event was held this past Saturday, February 8^th, 2014 at the Westin Harbor Castle.

The evening ran smoothly; full of delicious food prepared by the Westin, laughter brought to you by the many voices of André-Philippe Gagnon, Canadian comedian and impressionist, and delightful surprises for those who participated in the Tombola raffle.

Guest of Honour included Lt. Governor, Hon. David C. Onley, and Sushana Meharchand, host of CBC news. Hosts of the evening include last year’s corporate winners, Ellis Jacob, President & CEO and Cineplex Entertainment and Dan Fortin, President, IBM Canada. Other guest includes Paul and Gina Godfrey, Honourable Michael Wilson, Honourable Con Di Nino, and Brian Porter, President and CEO Scotiabank.

The Gala is meant to improve awareness in the business community, government and general public of the amazing contributions of persons with physical disabilities. The majority of the night’s proceeds will support many of CFPDP’s initiatives including the deaf-blind community being served through the efforts of the Canadian Helen Keller Centre and to Rotary Cheshire Homes the only communication-adapted, barrier-free apartment complex in North America designed and built specifically for people who are deaf-blind. Revenues from the Great Valentine Gala have helped support many organizations, programs, services, special events and homes for many physically challenged Canadians.

For more information please visit: http://www.cfpdp.com/gala/default.html

For images from the evening please visit: www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/

Anokhi Media’s 11th Anniversary

Congratulations to Anokhi Media Corporation on celebrating their 11th Anniversary on Saturday February 1st 2014. The event held in Toronto at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre & FoutainBlu Entertainment Complex recognizes achievements of south Asians in film, television, arts and media worldwide.

The gala, in association with Johnnie Walker, featured a red carpet with celebrities such as Shantanu and Nikhil (celebrity fashion designers), Sakina Jaffrey (Actor from House of Cards, Sex and the City, Raising Helen), Nazneen Contractor (Actress from Star Trek Into The Darkness, 24, Revenge), Gabe Grey (Actor from Bomb Girls, Lucky 7). The cocktail hour was filled with a variety of Indian dishes for attendees to enjoy. A beautiful cake sponsored by Fine Cakes by Zehra was adorned with gold designs was cut and served to attendees.

 

The three hour award-fashion-entertainment show featured fashion designs, awards, and performances from: Culture Shock (World Renowned Fusion Band), Abbas Hasan (R&B’s Hottest Male Artist in London, UK), Superwoman (Youtube Comedienne Sensation), Priya (Singer Songwriter), Meher Pavri (Opera Singer). The after party was held at the FountainBlu Entertainment Complex. Featuring performances by DJ Fizza (Toronto’s Fiercest Female Deejay), DJ Amita (Legendary Bollywood Deejay), and DJ Jiten. A dance floor and tasty Indian dishes in mini Chinese takeout boxes. The after party had two VIP sections decorated in beautiful red roses for attendees that wore gold and silver wristbands.

 

 

 

The logistics of this year’s event was redirected to CityEvents, a boutique event planning company in Toronto. Not only were they responsible for the logistic, they were also a Promotion Partner at the event along with Beshahram, Desiclub, Fuzion Sound & Entertainment, mybindi.com, NetIP Toronto, Society’s Choice, and Two Mangoes. Other sponsors of the event include Rowenta Beauty, Queen Elizabeth Theatre & FountainBlu Entertainment Complex, The Grand Hotel & Suites, Dream Party Décor, Flowers Unlimted, 259|Host, Fine Cakes by Zehra, Krista Slack & Aylett, The Production House, Fiorio, Asian Television Network, The weekly Voice, and Saav. Evening Hosts Include: Anne-Marie Mediwake (Co-Host of CBC News Toronto), Sangita Patel (Entertainment Reporter at ET Canada), Veronica Chail (Host, Bollywood Blvd at Omni TV), Amin Dhillon (Host, Anchor, Reporter at ATN), and Ali Hassan (Comedian, Laugh Out Loud, CBC).

Other Notable Guests include: David Rocco (Celebrity Chef), Gurdeep Ahluwalia (Anchor and Reporter at TSN SportsCentre), Jennifer Singh (Go Transit Reporter, CP24 Breakfast and CP24 News), Dalmar Abuzeid (Actor), Kalista Zackhariyas (Actor, Filmmaker, Founder of The Youth Code) and Jimmy Soni (Managing Edition from The Huffington Post), and Raoul Juneja (Creator/Content Coordinator V-Mix @ Omni TV).

For additional information about Anokhi Media, go to http://anokhimedia.com/11thanniversaryevent/ or contact Evolution Public Relations at anokhi@evolutionpr.ca.

Valentine’s Day Guide for the Maters and the Haters

Whether you’re married, in a relationship, single or have children, there is something for everyone this Valentine’s Day season!  Here’s your guide in picking the perfect way to celebrate this season of love.

If you’re thinking ‘ I hate Valentine’s Day, it was created by card companies to get more money’, you’re in luck because we have a list of anti VDay activities for you too!

Couples 

This weekend (Feb 15-16) the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) will be screening the classic film Casablanca as the TSO will perform Max Steiner’s iconic score.

For couples wanting to sweeten things up, Le Dolci is offering a Valentine’s Day cupcake decorating class. Learn how to bake and decorate like a pro while working with fondant, and buttercream making hearts, roses, bows and Cupid’s arrows, in this hands-on decorating class.

Sweep your partner off their feet with the Valentine’s Big Band Dance.  An evening promising to deliver a night of romance, dinner and dancing. The band will be performing hits from the big band era, including hits by Bobby Darrin, Peggy Lee and Glen Miller.

For the animal lovers out there, The Toronto Zoo will be featuring a Valentine’s event with the opportunity for couples to look at how different animals raise their young.  The evening will start off with a romantic dinner, followed by meeting some animals, learning about their offspring, and culminating in a visit to the zoo’s reproductive labs.

Family 

For parents who want an evening of romance but can’t find a sitter, Pawsitively Pets has an exciting alterative that the kids will love. Close encounters with several animals and a special pizza dinner! A fun evening for everyone.

On Sunday if you’re feeling to lazy to cook from all the weekend excitement, Old Mill Toronto will be hosting Sunday brunch and dinner buffet with a little Valentine’s twist on it. Both meals will feature a selection of favourites and specialty dishes. And did you know the Old Mill is celebrating 100 Years?

Take a walk on the sweeter side of Kensington Market at Tasty Tours.  Chocolates, cupcakes, pastries, you name it the tour will bring you there.  The tour will take place on Friday, February 14.

Singles 

Single and ready to mingle? Well you’re in luck because Valentine’s Day seems to be a bumping time for singles events.
On Friday House of Moments will hold the Sugar and Spice Valentines Party. This event features a dinner, dance with open bar option included.  Attendees will groove to live music and DJ Ricky Lee amusing music.

Those in their 20s to 30s can search for love at Simply Sophisticated Speed Dating with a complementary glass of wine and gourmet appetizers.

Singles looking for their Sherlock or Nancy Drew make your way to the Royal Ontario Museum. The ROM is holding a singles-only murder mystery. A curator has been murdered and a trail of clues left behind. After the code has been cracked have the opportunity to explore the ROM famous collections. A night of mystery, learning and maybe even love.

The Beaver (ladies only) on Queen West, with a DJ’s spinning all female artists (LGBTQ)

An all male singles evening will be held at The Marquis of Granby. Meet 10 – 12 single bachelors while enjoying complementary drinks and appetizers. (LGBTQ)

The BOND Affair Pop Up Dinner Series promises to be a night of mystery and luxury. Four course gourmet meals, unknown set locations (golf clubs, museums art galleries ect.) and hors d’oeuvres with drinks in the Bond lounge.  Valentine’s Day has already sold out but will be hosting others, so keep your double o’ open for the next one!

Anti-Valentines Day

Finally those of you who can’t stand this day, why not be surrounded by others who feel the same.

Revival Restaurant will be holding its 2^nd annual Anti-Valentines Day Mixer. Enjoy fun and games as well as Dj Ideal who will be spinning everything from R&B to Funk.

Looking to let off some steam, Zirger Academy Martial Arts has a workshop for you.  Pad Drills Valentine’s Day workshop is a great workout and an even better way to forget the chocolates, flowers or even that ex. 

If you need a good laugh to get through the day, Second City has the show for you,  “We’ll Tickle The Funny Bone. The Rest is Up to You.”  So put down the ice cream bucket and save the tissue for tears of laughter.

 

 

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