20th Annual Disability Hall of Fame Inductees 2013

On Tuesday November 5th, 2013, 20th Annual Disability Hall of Fame Inductees was held by the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP) at The Fairmont Royal York Hotel. Around 300 guests came out to celebrate 5 honorable inductees who made an outstanding contribution in their fields.

Here is a list of inductees who were celebrated:

- Paralympian Stephanie Dixon who was the first Canadian woman in history to win five gold medals in a single Paralympic Games winning 19 medals throughout her career.

- Ramesh Ferris, who is a global leader in the battle to end polio. He hand-cycled more than 7,000 kilometres across Canada to raise money and awareness for global polio eradication, education and rehabilitation and provide humane support and rehabilitation for the survivors.

- Jerry and Annie Johnston who introduced Canada’s first program for disabled skiers and were instrumental in the growth of the sport in Canada.

- Founder, publisher, editor and guiding spirit of Abilities magazine connecting 80,000 readers across Canada, Raymond D. Cohen (posthumously)

- This year’s Lifetime Achievement recipient is David Crombie who always has time for disability issues, beginning with his Mayor’s Task Force on the Disabled, and then, for 20 years the selection committee chair for the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame and gifted MC for every presentation.

After guests enjoyed a delicious lunch, the award-giving ceremony started with a speech provided by CFPDP Chair, Honourable Vim Kochhar. After he presented the awards, each of the inductees made a touching short speech that made guests reconsider about the importance how to view people with a disability. The hall was filled with applause due to the inductees’ amazing speeches.

Read Africa Ball – CANCELLED

THE READ AFRICA BALL HAS BEEN CANCELLED

We apologize for any inconvenience, but until further notice, The Read Africa Ball will not be taking place on November 7^th, 2013.

The Read Africa Ball has been a unique event celebrating African culture through music, art and artifacts that will bring people together in Toronto In support of CODE. CODE provides an African cultural experience in support of their work in providing great books, establishing libraries, training teachers and inspiring students as we continue to awaken young minds in Africa and unleash the potential for their future.

For more information on the event cancellation visit the CODE website

Read Africa Ball

Join CODE for an African cultural experience in support of their work in providing great books, establishing libraries, training teachers and inspiring students as we continue to awaken young minds in Africa and unleash the potential for their future.

When: Thursday, November 7, 2013, 7 p.m.

Where: The Fermenting Cellar, Distillery District, Toronto

Literacy is the key to awakening young minds and unleashing potential for a future never before imagined.

A unique event celebrating African culture through music, art and artifacts, that will bring people together in Toronto In support of CODE. A meaningful evening that will make a difference in the lives of thousands of children.

• Dancing to live African rhythms

• Hors d’oeuvres

• Silent auction and raffle consisting of various prizes including unique African items

The ticket price will be $75 per person (a partial tax receipt will be issued).

Buy your ticket online http://support.codecan.org/site/Calendar?id=100061&view=Detail

For more information or question, visit their website or send an email

Real Sports Bar & Grill

Real Sports Bar & Grill, just a brief walk from the ACC, exudes the rush and excitement of a sporting event in itself. It’s a place where sports heroes gather and fans can live the dream.  What you may not know is that Real Sports Bar & Grill is a unique and exciting meeting venue as well and has a variety of separate areas.

 

The versatility of the space has a capacity of corporate groups ranging from 30 to 40 people to 1,000 plus. The Restaurant features 3 different bar’s, a VIP Player’s Lounge that has hosted the likes of LeBron James, Wendel Clark, Michael Strahan, and Drake amongst others; along with a set of Private Suites on the second floor that are surrounded by clear railings.  Making it impossible to miss any of the action on the 199 flat screen HD TVs and the monstrous 39 ft. diagonal HD TV above the bar. The beauty of the space is the built in entertainment value of the restaurant, and the food.

 

In fact, the staff spent six months crisscrossing the country eating the best and worst of sports bar food before they decided on what they would serve at Real Sports Bar & Grill.
Be it a corporate festivity, a presentation, or a milestone event, the screens can be used to brand your event should you take on the task of renting the entire space or a minimum cost of F&B.

 

 

For more information visit:

http://www.realsports.ca/BarAndGrill/Toronto/PrivateFunctions/

Or contact:

Michael Spence – Sales Manager, Special Events.   Michael.spence@mlse.com …416 815 5400 x5074

CHOCOLATE BALL – WHERE YOU GET TO WALK THE RED CARPET!

On Thursday, October 17, 2013, at the EGLINTON GRAND, chocolate lovers will assemble to experience one of the most elegant and lavish events held in Toronto set to benefit Prostate and Breast Cancer Initiatives. Imagine the distinct aroma of chocolate emanating from every direction once you walk through the doors of the luxuriously appointed EGLINTON GRAND.

Start off the evening with a visit the Silent Auction gallery followed by chocolate tastings.  The first to tempt your taste buds are savoury sampling food stations, presented and catered by some of Toronto’s top chefs and restaurants. Here you will experience sampling sizes of various chocolate-infused savoury foods.

Once you have sampled and digested the savoury fare, treat yourself to decadent chocolate creations – from bars to truffles – available at several Chocolate Stations positioned throughout the venue.

Next, take a break and work off some of the calories by strolling over to the Silent Auction tables, followed by shuffling onto the dance floor. Cocoa Grande, “a celebration of movies, music and dance”,  is the theme of this year’s Chocolate Ball and there will be no shortage of music for dancing. In between sets, prepare to be entertained by our signature floor shows, contests and prize draws.

So come dressed in Hollywood Glam and ready to celebrate an evening of entertainment – powered by Chocolate.  Help make a difference by being part of this unique Toronto event set to benefit our Prostate and Breast Cancer Initiatives Fund.

When: October 17, 2013, 7:00 p.m.

Where: Eglinton Grand, 400 Eglinton Avenue West

Tickets and information: http://www.thechocolateball.com/

https://twitter.com/TOChocolateFest

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