Geary Lane: A Hub of Culture and Creativity
February 20, 2015 by CityEvents4
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Geary Lane – Toronto’s newest hub for culture and creativity
The Geary Lane studio is a laidback venue that runs on creativity and youthful energy. Located on Geary Avenue at Dufferin and Dupont, the multi-purpose space can be transformed to suit the needs of any creative project. Photography projects, shooting films, music or theatre rehearsals or to educate through workshops or screenings – Geary Lane is poised to become the choice destination for art forms both great and small on Toronto’s West side.
Housed in a 3000 square foot professional film studio and former recording studio, Geary Lane has a unique look. The central part of the space is an open floor surrounded with a massive white cyclorama for projection, a couple of plush leather couches, coffee tables, and a large carpet where musicians or speakers can set up to perform, the space. With 15 inch ceilings, an industrial kitchen, 3-piece washroom and a green roof, the venue is very accommodating and comfortable.
The community-oriented team at Geary Lane understands and supports the concept of working together for the common good and are aiming to build a strong bond with a diverse community of local and international creative.
Venue Capacity: 220 for the main studio, with capacity for another 30 people on the beautiful rooftop patio upstairs
Outdoor Facilities: Patio roof
Access/Parking: No wheelchair access/Onsite parking
Availability: Open to your event date & time, just book in advance.
Geary Lane
360 Geary Avenue, Toronto, Ontario
Telephone: (647) 295-0052
More info: www. gearylane.com
O Resto Lounge: An Intimate Downtown Venue
February 20, 2015 by CityEvents4
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O Resto Lounge: An Intimate Downtown Venue
‘Food, Fun, and Friends’ is the Motto of O Resto Lounge. Located at 7 King Street East, the staff incorporate this vision into reality by embracing the mantra that, ‘at ‘O,’ we celebrate life everyday’.
Open for Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, O Resto Lounge comfortably sits 80 to 100 people and provides a basic atmosphere for hosting events.
The restaurant is perfect for smaller casual corporate events as it is themed with elegant red and hot pink accents, classy black mini chandeliers, a fabulous long bar, plus a lovely front patio.
During breakfast hours ‘O’s’ excellent food selections are complemented by the extensive list of coffee’s and specialty drinks. Whether you are in the mood for coffee, espresso, latte, or mocha, ‘O’ has what seems to be a never-ending list of selection. The array of choices extends to the Lunch and Dinner menu. A variety of burgers, pizzas, and poutines are among the list of comfort foods most popular at ‘O’.
If you are looking to host a late night event, ‘O’ offers a long list of red and white wines, craft beer, martinis, scotch, whisky, cognac, and cocktails- perfect for serving at your event.
We checked out the venue and it is quite casual so may be a good fit for staff events. We felt the rental and min spend was a bit high for the venue but the location is excellent as is beside the King subway.
Address: 7 King Street East, Toronto, ON
Hours: 11am-11pm (weekdays), 11am-12am (weekends)
Contact: 416-901-5535 or INFO@ORESTOLOUNGE.com
Website: http://www.orestolounge.com
HSS 40th Year of Business Celebration
February 19, 2015 by City Events
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HSS 40th year of business celebration
Hogg, Shain & Scheck celebrated it’s 40th year of business in style as they rented out the Ryerson Mattamy Centre ice rink and Alumni Lounge. The eventful night began at 5pm as HSS staff and clients took the ice for an hour-long free skate.
The festivities continued at 6:30pm as over 100 guests gathered into the spacious Alumni Lounge and enjoyed a variety of delicious treats including: gourmet hot dogs, sliders, mini grilled cheese, poutine, and a wide variety of tasty desserts. Additionally, Chris Klein from Entertainment Ontario provided the guests with a great event take-away as he provided caricature drawings over the course of the entire night.
Planned by the CityEvents team and Event Marketing Specialist Jason Schmidt and hosted by Hogg, Shain & Scheck and the Ted Rogers School of Management Alumni, the event was a great success. All guests left with a take-out container filled with candy and a smile on their face after having indulged in delicious food and being provided the opportunity to skate on the refurbished ice formerly known as the world-renowned Maple Leaf Gardens.
For photos of the event visit:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/sets/72157650330627080/
The Great Valentine Gala
February 18, 2015 by City Events1
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The Annual 31st Great Valentine Gala
The Great Valentine Gala, was held on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel. This year’s lovely Suhana Meharchand 
was a fablous MC. The years award winners included Paralympic athletes who won medals in Soochi, Sir Philip Craven the International Paralympic Committee President, Gail Asper, Trustee from the Canadian Musuem of Human Rights & Maureen Sabia, Chairman of Canadian Tire.
After all the awards were handed out the real party will began with the best live music possible for the Valentine’s season, Matt Dusk. Matt is one of Canada’s most beloved male vocalists, forging a career in music that has resulted in 4 critically-acclaimed studio albums.
The 5toWatch Award – for Winning Sports Business Leaders
February 12, 2015 by City Events1
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George Brown College and the Globe and Mail presents The 5toWatch Award – for Winning Sports Business Leaders
Canada’s leading sports business, education and marketing professionals are once again joining forces to celebrate the best and brightest of the Canadian sports marketing industry It is a ‘must-attend’ within the Canadian sports marketing industry and sets the standard for identifying the next generation of industry captains.
Engage with Canadian sport business marketing influencers & participate in the “5 to Watch” Awards. Join more than 300 of the industry’s top executives representing all facets of the sports business.
The announcement of George Brown College’s “5 To Watch” award winners highlighting young executives who have demonstrated significant success early in their career and are poised to become the next generation of industry leaders
The Eligibility Criteria to apply for the 5 to watch award are :
Candidates must be under the age of 40 years old by December 31, 2014.
Candidates can only be selected from the following segments of the Sports Industry:
* Sports Properties
* Amateur sport bodies including National/Provincial Sports Organizations and Educational Institutions
* Non-editorial at Media Outlets
* Event/Promotional/Sports marketing agencies
* Advertisers, Licensees, Sponsors
* Large Sports Events
Candidates must work on the business side of their operation (vs. on-field performance roles like a coach or General Manager)
Ticketing. Proceeds will fund student awards at the Centre for Business at George Brown College
Date: Thursday, May 21st, 2015, 7 p.m.
Location: George Brown College’s Waterfront Campus 51 Dockside Drive, Toronto, ON
Tickets now on sale. $95 http://www.5towatch.ca
