A Royal Showcase
November 8, 2012 by CityEvents
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Past Events, Toronto
I had the honour of attending Event Showcase Night at The Royal Conservatory’s Telus Centre. It was an evening specifically for Event Planners to showcase the glorious hall and various reception rooms. The Telus Centre has an exclusive list of suppliers that commanded our presence that evening. My Uber black car pulled up to 273 Bloor Street West. I walked down a long aisle to be greeted by polite and professional wait staff carrying warm up drinks of some pomegranate coloured, sweet and sour with a splash of sparkling bubbles. I continued down a long hallway (regrettably in my stilettos, albeit it was a walk that entwined both romance and modern art that made the walk oh so spectacular. One wall was composed of a brick wall and a glass enclosure on the other, humbly overlooking the atrium, home to the b’espresso bar, where you will see students mingling amongst classical repertoires.
A group of exclusive, yet diverse vendors were lined up on the circumference of the main lobby. Behind each vendor, their company name was discreetly but creatively
displayed in white font, and appeared to be floating, on the glass window behind them. How tasteful. Only the finest samplings were provided. It was not your usual chicken on a stick or spring roll offering. There was melt in your mouth, fork tender beef ribs carved in the creamiest polenta ever. There was fois gras stuffed cornish hen. Clearly no expense was spared. But wait, there were also lobster rolls stuffed in those bite size half moon, mini white bread concoctions.
A beautiful jazz trio, dressed in tuxedos played in the corner of the glass enclosed hall. Could the evening be any more perfect?
You can rent one of the three floors but why would you? Go big or go home and rent the entire venue. It’s a must for your special occasion. Except, all in, it starts at about $50, 000 as you must rent each individual floor and bring in caterers and décor and tables and chairs. Is it worth it? Absolutely.
If you’re looking for a gorgeous venue and your budget has lots of room for incidentals, consider the breathtaking Telus Centre. And put me on your guest list.
85 Broads – Toronto Annual Fundraiser: Women & Philanthropy
November 5, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Past Events
Called all nonprofit industry leaders interested in making an impact in social causes! In partnership with Plan Canada, 85 Broads was holding an Annual Fundraiser for its Toronto Chapter. Proceeded from the event went towards two girls, Banji and Misbah, sponsored through Plan Canada’s Because I am a Girl initiative.
85 Broads was holding their Toronto Annual Fundraiser on November 13, 2012. That was a great chance to learn about philanthropic work and network with industry members. The key note speaker and notable leader in the nonprofit industry, Rosemary McCarney, President and CEO of Plan Canada, who shared personal insights on success and talked about the relationship of women and philanthropy . ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
85 Broads is a global network of women leaders, from students to senior executives, who engage in exchanging ideas on leadership and career development through networking workshops and events.
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Date: Nov 13, 2012
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Venue: La Maquette, 111 King St. East
For more info, visit: http://www.85broads.com/events/3564
Design Exchange Intersection
October 31, 2012 by CityEvents
Filed under Past Events, Toronto
Save the date!!
The event was for the relaunch of the design exchange, Canada’s Design Museum, 234 Bay Street. The event date was on November 16th 2012, from 8 pm.
They had:
– Interactive design installations,
– unexpected interventions,
– creative culture,
– live music,
– DJS,
– Celebrity chefs,
– VIP experience.
The DX’s annaul fundraiser supported DX Youth Education Programs.
For more information : www.dx.org
Canadian Disability Hall of Fame 2012
October 22, 2012 by cityevents2
Filed under Past Events, Toronto
As in past years, CityEvents is proud to have assisted in the planning of the 19th annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame is well known for providing permanent recognition of outstanding Canadians who have made extraordinary contributions to enriching the quality of life for people with physical disabilities. Founded by the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP), this public exhibit was officially opened February 11, 1994 at Metro Hall, 55 John St., in downtown Toronto. Two years later a rededication ceremony was held on November 20, 1996 when the exhibit moved to a more visible location, and is now open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
For more information on this event visit: http://www.cfpdp.com/cdhf/default.html
The King of Design Weekends: The King East Design District Exhibition
October 16, 2012 by CityEvents
Filed under Non-Profit Events, Past Events, Toronto
The first annual King East Design District Exhibition was a masterpiece event! Thanks to all our supporters and participants. Hundreds of passports were sold, and over $2500 was raised for Habitat for Humanity Toronto. KEDD set out to inspire decorators and designers, and do-it-your-selfers, and bring communities together by mutually supporting a great cause. With everyone’s help we were able to reach and surpass these goals.
The weekend of creativity was full of laughter, good eats, and great works of interior art. KEDD visitors had the chance to venture on “Designer Strolls”, take part in design consultations, view the finest Italian furniture and even get a history lesson by seeing Moroso’s “Behind, After or Beyond” travelling exhibit. KEDDers also had the opportunity to join the Andrew Richards Design Team to learn how to give their backyards a make-over. And if all that didn’t get your design muses singing then learning how to toss a pizza at Mangi & Bevi, eating delicious treats with Mari Loewen from ANNA Magazine and chatting with celebrity designer Ramsin Khachi at Cambria sure did the trick.
KEDD guests showed much enthusiasm and appreciation for the King East Design District. Several visitors had their KEDD passports in hand and design questions in mind. Many were eager to find out how they could transform their small spaces while others simply wanted a change from traditional spaces to modern designs. Nonetheless, all had one thing in common; they needed inspiration.
The exhibition allowed for individuals to take the opportunity to drop by and enjoy the city’s design district. The event called for those who wanted to take time out of their busy lives and really seize an afternoon for a simple glass of wine, a few nibbles and a scenic endeavour. Journalist, Rob Campbell even wrote an article about the exhibit in Digital Journal titled, King St East now recognized as Design District of Toronto. Along with Campbell there were many other industry professionals present who felt the exhibition invigorated the design community making the event worthwhile and something to be repeated for years to come.
So whether you live in a lavish downtown condo, or you’re still dwelling in your mother’s basement, we hope the weekend enlightened those who needed refreshing ideas and gave a little nudge to those hesitating with a design dare. Toronto has a lot to offer and the King East Design District is definitely a must-see destination to fill up on your creative juices.
We hope everyone enjoyed their journey through the district and picked up innovative ideas along the way. We’ll be back next year with more design good times!
Stay tuned for upcoming events by checking us out on…
http://www.kingeastdesigndistrict.com/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZygVO_EzCE&feature=plcp
Author: Habiba Ahmad
