TSX Venue in the Heart of Downtown Toronto
August 29, 2013 by CityEvents
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Toronto, Uncategorized
If you are looking for a Toronto event venue downtown to hold your next event, here is maybe a space you haven’t thought about yet.
The Toronto Stock Exchange offers event facilities for rental within the heart of Toronto’s financial district with accessibility to PATH, and Toronto public transit.
You will have the possibility to rent the Gallery and/or the Studio which is more for intimate events such as small luncheons. These spaces are popular for listed companies or other business to business events.
The TMX Broadcast Centre Gallery has a capacity of 100 theatre style, 72 in full rounds, 64 classroom or 200 reception. The room rental rate has all-inclusive technology which means you will enjoy in-house screens, projectors, mics, risers, podium, audio recording and more available at no additional charge. A technician from the TSX will work with your company throughout the event and a security guard is mandatory for event rentals. Many use the space as a perfect location for broadcasting.
Besides, the upper level mezzanine is also available for use at no extra cost, and this can be set up as a satellite kitchen, if the caterers are doing hot passed hors d’oeuvres, or as a lounge, with a bar and furniture.
Get more information on their website, like their Facebook page and follow them @TMXGroup
Labour day
August 19, 2013 by CityEvents
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
This year, Labour Day falls on Monday, September 2. The Labour Day weekend is the last big travel weekend of the summer before school re-opens for the new academic year. Here are some events happening during this week end to make the most of it.
Enjoy your last week end at the Canadian National Exhibition.
Featuring concerts, celebrity chef demos, parades, the Canadian International Air Show, rides and much more, the Exhibition runs until September 2.
Hispanic Fiesta
This festival is a celebration of Spanish and Latin America arts, music, food and culture featuring more than 300 performers from over 20 different countries. Taking place at Mel Lastman Square, come enjoy Salsa, Spanish Flamenco dancing, tango show and other highlights.
Hot and Spicy Food Festival
To explore hot food experience, music and dance from all over the world, head down to the HarbourFront Centre during this Labour Day week end.
Artfest Toronto, Fine Art & Craft Show, at the Distillery District
This festival is a celebration of top Canadian artists. Come to the Distillery District and enjoy painting, sculpture, photography, live music and much more.
Ontario Women’s triathlon
On September 1, come race with your friends and support the cause of women. Proceeds are donated to Girls Incorporated of Halton. Click here to register.
Junction Movie Night -Audience Choice
On August 30, come enjoy free movies under the stars. This outdoor cinema will take place at the Train Platform on Dundas Street W.
Templar Hotel
August 5, 2013 by deblewis
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Toronto, Uncategorized
The Templar Hotel is finally open! Of course you want to find out what this sophisticated hotel has to offer, so we will tell you. This twenty-seven suite hotel has a range of custom-designed fixture, ranging from closets, desks, and marble all over. Not only does this innovative hotel have unique styles, it also has a design that captures an eye for detail. Expect to see a salt-water pool hanging above the main stairwell and all the iPad technology that one could wish for. With beautiful art, specially made furnishings and classic service
this is the place where guests can hangout, loosen up and take a break from it all.
The Monk Kitchen led by Executive Chef Roberto Fracchinoni who offers a unique dining experience. The restaurant is displayed as a traditional Japanese-style eatery where the guests are encouraged to mix and mingle at a shared table. There are LED panels in the wall that sends a natural lighting, which keeps the mood lifted. Also, there aren’t any menus for guests. The chef asks you personally what you would like and they make it for 24hrs a day. How great is that?!
When you visit you can enjoy the Onsen Spa which is extraordinary. This private spa accommodates the needs of all the guests with its treatment room, 17’ plunge tub, integrated soaker tub and outdoor glass-bottomed pool set in a minimalist Japanese garden.
Last, but not least the penthouses and lounges are where everything comes to life. With its sophisticated and modern look this is the place for the ideal event.
You do not want to miss out on this custom-built retreat. Invite your co-workers, friends, family, or even love ones to enjoy this wonderful luxury concept hotel for any type of event. It is a great place to stay but also a great place to host smaller events and launches in their lounges, kitchen and penthouse units.
Location: 348 Adelaide street West
Toronto ON, CA
M5V 1R7
Telephone: 647.933.5546
Email: reservations@templarhotel.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TemplarHotel
Website: http://www.templarhotel.com/media.html
Thompson Hotel: a unique space to hold your event.
August 1, 2013 by CityEvents
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Toronto, Uncategorized
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If you are looking for a hip modern space to hold your next event, you won’t need to look any further: the Thompson Hotel has a number of unique spaces you should check out. Situated in the heart of Toronto, specifically the entertainment district, this hotel features 30 000 square feet of event space that mixes technology, style and various designs.
Thompson Hotel offers a variety of potential rental space, which can accommodate for a wide range of events: from conferences, meetings, private screenings, weddings to rehearsal dinners, showers, receptions, bar/bat mitzvahs or fundraising events. Whatever your need this hotel can match it.
Besides, you can find different kinds of rooms according to your type of event: from the Ballroom for conferences and social events, to the Terrace for cocktail parties or the Rooftop Lounge for sophisticated events, they do it all! . With a budget of $400/500 per night, you also have the opportunity to rent the penthouse which can accomodate 25 people and will assure you a real pleasant event.
To get more information, go to the website, like them on Facebook and follow them @thompsonhotels
Best outdoor pools in Toronto
July 23, 2013 by CityEvents
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Toronto, Uncategorized
With this hot weather happening in Toronto, no wonder that you are looking for a place to refresh in the summer. Here is a selection of outdoor pools you will find in Toronto. We added in some of our favourites that are not so public and not quite as busy.
Sheraton Centre:
Sheraton Centre Toronto offers you the opportunity to swim and relax in the largest indoor/outdoor heated pool in Downtown, Toronto. A day pass for non guests is $35 and the family day passes are available for $80. The pool is open7 a.m. to 10 p.m. during the week, and until 11 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
The Thompson Hotel:
The Rooftop Lounge boasts 360 Degree and with its infinity pool offers a spectacular view of the city. Unfortunately, it’s only reserved for members, hotel guests and condo residents.
Cabana:
New this summer and has become a quick hit. The Cabana Pool Bar offers one of the best outstanding outdoor pools in Toronto with enough space to accommodate 2,500 sun-worshippers and seating for 850. Besides, 12 elevated and private cabanas, 42 oversized deluxe chaise lounges and an alluring 50,000 sq. foot enclosed patio area will definitively make your day. The pool is open from Tuesday to Friday from noon till 8 pm and during the weekend fromnoon till 11 pm. The entrance and the pool access are at $20 each on the weekend.
Hyatt Regency:
The Hyatt on King offers another pool with a spectacular view of Downtown, Toronto, but unfortunately reserved for guest only. Opened seasonally from 9:00am to 10:00pm, you’ll be able to enjoy snacks, meals and drinks near the pool.
Radisson on Queens Quay:
The Radisson on Queens Quay opens its outdoor pool seasonally, along with its patio and lounge area and has a fabulous view of the Toronto Harbour. The pool costs $30 per person Monday-Thursday and $40 per person Friday-Sunday.
If you are looking for public outdoor swimming pools, here is our selection to make the best of your day:
Sunnyside Gus Ryder:
Located at the foot of Lakeshore Blvd. & Parkside Drive, this swimming pool is one of the most popular in Toronto. You will be able to enjoy morning swimming lessons or just the view of the lake, sand, beach and park nearby.
Alex Duff Outdoor Pool:
Located at the edge of Christie Pitts Park, it’s the perfect place to bring your children. The pool features a 25m lap pool, shallow splash pool for children, warm conversation pool, a deep pool for diving with a 1m spring board, and a two storey water slide.
Riverdale Park East pool:
Riverdale pool on Broadview features an outdoor pool open seven days a week during the summer months. The pool offers both leisure swim and adult/lane swim, but also close to tennis court and soccer field if you would like to switch activities.
Private or Best Condo Pools:
Some of Toronto’s condos have some of the best pools for their view, seating styles, and pool size. If you are lucky enough to live in a condo with a sweet pool or know a resident, be resourceful and see who may be away from the crowds. Some of our favourites are right under your nose downtown. Firstly the TIFF Lightbox Condo Pool, is lovely, quiet has cabanas. Check it out next time you are at Malaparte for an event, go up the magical stairs and you will see the pool above. Some of the condos have indoor outdoor pools with make them great all year round. Other condos include most on the waterfront but have enjoyed Harbour Square, Waterclub at One York Quay and also hear the condos around the ACC have some great pools. These buildings have a younger demographic and have heard you need to get they’re early for a seat and ramps up a little Vegas style. Other condo pools to consider are Merchandise Loft Rooftop, The Bentley, Vevre, the Pure Spirits Condos in the Distillery and more coming in midtown.
Private Clubs
Some of the more comfortable pools we have experienced is when a guest at pools like the RCYC on the island where there are nice loungers and beautiful setting. If you are a sailor or tennis player you may know someone to invite you to these family recreational clubs. In midtown, The Toronto Lawn and Tennis Club has a large outdoor pool. It is a great size and offers a lot of versatility but can be quite busy.
