22nd Canadian Disability Hall of Fame
September 16, 2015 by City Events
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For the last few years, CityEvents had the pleasure of assisting The Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP) in the planning of the annual Disability Hall fo Fame. The awards ceremony honours outstanding Canadians who make a difference for people with physical disabilities.
The 22nd induction ceremony would be held at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel, in the Concert Hall on October 30, 2015. Toronto- the Disability Hall of Fame honours this year’s inductees- celebrated equestrian Lauren Barwick, CBC’s Rick Mercer, and famed Counsel Bernard Gluckstein.
The event will start with a reception, where people would come in to register, by dropping off their business card and would have a chance to enter the lucky draw. People will have the chance to talk, socialise and reconnect. Galen Weston, Jr., Loblaw’s Executive Chairman and President, will serve as the guest speaker.
Hall of Famers
Lauren Barwick is a top ranked equestrian. She is representing Canada at the international level for more than 12 years. She has won gold and silver medals at the 2008 Paralympics, finishing in the top Six in both the 2010 FEI World Equestrian and 2012 Paralympic Games. Recently, she received Canada’s only medals, a silver and bronze, at the 2014 AllTech FEI World Games and has also added Para-Dressage to her accomplishments. But most importantly, Lauren gives back to the sport 100 percent, giving clinics, attending fundraisers, and tirelessly training youth as a Parelli 4 star instructor.
Bernard Gluckstein is a celebrated personal injury lawyer and King Clancy Award winner. He has worked tirelessly to advance the causes of the disabled, particularly those with brain injuries. His firm, Gluckstein lawyers, has sponsored numerous events for the Ontario Brain Injury Association, of which he is a founding director. In addition, he has combined his love of photography with his desire to support the Paralympics by becoming an accredited photographer, since 1981, a remarkable record, which has continued through the 2012 London Summer Paralympics.
Rick Mercer is arguably Canada’s best loved political satirist. He is not only an Officer of the Order of Canada but also a King Clancy Award winner from the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons. He has been working tirelessly in his promotion of Paralympic athletes, taking it on as a special mission to bring their abilities to Canadians’ attention. He has trained with them, played with them, broadcast their victories, even having split his nose open training with visually impaired simmer Donovan Tildesley. All that Rick does is in the name of his deep love for his country and his people- but he does it with humour that makes him deeply loved in return by millions of Canadians.
For more information visit: www.cfpdp.com
To see some of the photos from the previous event visit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/sets/72157647026289264/
Schmooze – 18th of September – Summer 2015
August 5, 2015 by torontocityevents6@gmail.com torontocityevents6@gmail.com
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Want to relax after a long and hardworking week?
SCHMOOZE is back this summer at Maison Mercer. It is time to take advantage of the beautiful weather on one of Toronto’s best rooftop patios. This summer, SCHMOOZE begins Friday September 18h from 5-11 p.m.
Come early and enjoy our Happy Hour Cocktails. SCHMOOZE is once again hosted by CityEvents and Shanny in the City.
Presented by Alizée French Liquors, SCHMOOZE will be featuring premium drink specials to help your after-work thirst. There is no better feeling than going out with your colleagues on Friday and enjoying the sweet vibes of summer to live a unique evening of the most memorable.
This year as you SCHMOOZE with us, you’ll be in the most wanted patio of Toronto, next to most big offices of Toronto. It is the best place for networking or just chilling before starting your great weekend !
RENDEZ-VOUS this Friday for the most popular summer event in Toronto and let us host your 5-9.
Check out the photos from last summer’s Afterwork Schmooze!
When: September 18th of 2015 from 5 to 11pm
Where: Maison Mercer, 15 Mercer Street, Toronto M5V 3C6
Website: www.maisonmercer.com
Twitter: @Maison_Mercer
Link for the website : https://www.facebook.com/events/575103849295024/
The Uptown Loft- A Great Midtown Venue
March 2, 2015 by CityEvents4
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The Uptown Loft- A Great Midtown Venue
The Uptown Loft is located right on the Yonge subway line just north of Eglinton. The venue features 12 ft ceilings, a 24 ft bar, and a complete on-site bar with kosher catering available. This space is perfect a variety of events, specifically Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, weddings and corporate parties.
The space is over 3,500 square ft. and is a beautiful and open space. The space provides you the opportunity to create your perfect event and the Uptown Loft can be your canvas. It is a blank space that can be dressed with your specific colours or style.
It also has audio/visual equipment on-site as well as existing sound and lighting. It is a great venue that is very diverse depending on your event and with a number of in house features it saves you on rentals.
The Uptown Loft:
2464 Yonge St.
Toronto, ON
M4P 2H5
Phone: (416) 489 1105
http://www.uptownloft.com/
Twitter: @theuptownloft1
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
