Hop, Skip and Jump Into Toronto’s Emerging Social Networing Hubs
August 4, 2011 by CityEvents
Filed under Ask Deb, Past Events, Toronto
Locus 144
Located minutes away from the chaotic streets of downtown core, Liberty Village is an emerging community for socializing and networking just west of Toronto for businesses and residents. CityEvents and InLibertyVillage.com host events which enable locals to meet and mingle with each other. Continuing this successful trend- Locus 144, located in The Liberty Market during “Live It Up in Liberty”, held a successful community networking event on Thursday, July 28th showcasing their unique dinner menu and spirits lists.
The ambience of Locus 144 is very soothing, especially after a long day at work one would want tounwind and submerge themselves into the warm and cozy colour pallets of thedecor with lit candles welcoming you at the dinner table or lounge seating.
Lights were dimmed to perfection and the music just loud enough so people could still talk and not yell in each other’s ears. Locus also invited a local classic/pop singer to add some flavour to the already vibrant event and Lucia (www.luciaonline.com) sang for a set before the D.J took over playing into the late hours of a beautiful summer evening.
For more pictures go to: Link
Senator Vim Kochhar Wins CHKC Award
May 20, 2010 by CityEvents
Filed under Uncategorized
The sixth annual Canadian Helen Keller Centre awards were held Friday, May 7, at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in downtown Toronto.
Finance Minister Jim Flaherty, MP was one of the many distinguished guests present to witness an evening dedicated to Vim Kochhar, Canadian Senator and tireless advocate to the disabled community.
Kochhar has been working with the disabled community since 1984. His efforts include the creation of the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons, a foundation that has raised millions of dollars for the community. Kochhar is also a major supporter of the Paralympic movement and as the chair of the Canadian Paralympic Foundation carried the torch during the Paralympic Games this past winter.
On January 29, 2010 Kochhar was the first Indian-born Canadian to be appointed into the Canadian Senate.
Suhana Meharchand of CBC News Network acted as Master of Ceremonies for the event that raised funds for the services offered at the Canadian Helen Keller Centre.
Stephen Harper extended his congratulations to Kochhar via an address made by Minister Flaherty.
Other speakers at the event included: His Excellency, Shashisekhar Madhukar Gavai, High Commissioner of India to Canada, Wilf Wilkinson, past-president of Rotary International, Patrick Jarvis, CEO of the Canadian Paralympic Foundation, Gail Asper of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Senator Con Di Nino and Cindy Accardi, executive director of RCH and CHKC with Larry Corke, co-chairs.
After many heart-felt speeches made by those distinguished guests, Kochhar took the stage to receive his award. In his acceptance speech he expressed his pride for being Canadian. Kochhar also noted the progress that has been made over the years to provide barrier-free and independent living for the disabled community.
The CHKC is the only residential training centre in Canada for deaf-blind persons. The CHKC services help people develop alternate ways to care for oneself, one’s family and one’s home. The CHKC also facilitates connections to peers and the community through the development of alternative forms of communication, computing and through self-advocacy and peer support.
Jardin Gala & Party
April 5, 2010 by CityEvents
Filed under Past Events
Join over 1000 of Toronto’s hip social set at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex!! Help celebrate Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario‘s (POGO) achievements in helping children with cancer in this province. This is a must attend event! The gala has been named one of the best for 2008 and 2009 by the National Post.
With its urban garden theme, live entertainment, host bar and dancing all proceeds of the night go to support POGO!
Jardin Annual POGO Gala
Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 6:00 -9.30 PM
Location: Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex
25 British Columbia Road, Exhibtion Place, Toronto
Costs: $300, $400 per person
For Tickets Visit: http://www.pogo.ca/gala2010.html
Jardin After party
Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 9.30 -1.00 AM
Location: Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex
25 British Columbia Road, Exhibtion Place, Toronto
Costs: $100 per person
Dress code : Glamorous
For Tickets Visit: http://www.pogo.ca/gala2010.html
Fastlane in your Community!
March 10, 2010 by CityEvents
Filed under Past Events
Fastlane is coming to your Community with, FastLane in the Community. April’s FastLane centers around what you as a Torontonian can do to give back to the community. Join us to learn more from your local organizations.
After last yeas success, FastLane has once again partnered with United Way GeNext, Encouraging Torontonians to make a difference, by becoming involved with United Way Toronto through giving and volunteering.
Other community partners include the Junior League of Toronto, an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism. And Volunteer Toronto, connecting people through volunteer opportunities.
Kultura will once again host April’s FastLane, absorb the rustic appeal of Kultura at this unique networking experience.
Join us with FastLaneon April 13, 2010 and take the chance to meet young professionals, build relationships and fulfill your career, community, lifestyle and social goals.
FastLane Networking Theme: FastLane in the Community
Cost: On-line Advance $25 or $35 at the Door, 2 for $40 in advance
Date: Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Location: Kultura, 169 King Street E
For Tickets Visit : https://secure.gettickets.ca/?event=15620
Remember to purchase your tickets soon, as space is limited.
*Your ticket includes a complementary beverage, hors d’oeuvres and a gift bag valued at over $50.00
Hosted By : CityEvents and Gatherings Event Planning
Join our FastLane Facebook Group and check out the Event Listing!
Ask Deb
March 3, 2010 by cityevents2
Filed under Ask Deb
Have All of Your Event Scene Questions Answered by CityEvents’ Resident Expert!
Deborah Lewis, CMP, is the Chief Experience Officer of CityEvents, an innovative and detail-oriented event-marketing firm, with longstanding and sound contacts in the corporate world, government, and charitable & not-for-profit organizations in Toronto. Deborah’s entrepreneurial spirit led her to launch CityEvents in 2006 with a view to creating benchmarks in event planning in the city.
Currently, Deborah’s insatiable energy and drive have allowed her to accomplish the skilled organization of multiple events that include: corporate meetings, international trade programs, conferences and workshops, social and networking events, high-profile fund-raising events, fashion shows, art auctions, restaurant promotions, sponsor promotions, trade shows, and product launches
Deborah is also a long-standing member of volunteer committees organizing events such as The Canadian Opera Company’s Operanation, the PowerPlant Powerball, Innovators Ball, the new Luminato committee and the Women in Capital Markets (WCM) annual Vinifera Awards Gala.
Deborah attends a number of events a week from product and location launches, anniversary parties, political, networking, fashion shows, fundraising events and many programs / events that make up the city of Toronto come alive for her monthly column called SNAPazzarri in SNAP North Toronto and SNAP Downtown Toronto.(Attending all the hot events in TO allows Deborah to experience first hand the trends in events for many markets first hand)
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