Taste of The Kingsway
August 26, 2013 by deblewis
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto
16th Annual Taste of the Kingsway Festival
Come celebrate & have fun, food and music!
This Fall Festival take place along Bloor Street W. (from Prince Edward
Drive to Montgomery Road) is a food & entertainment extravaganza for the whole family.
Over 200 exhibitors will be participating in this year’s event along with the ever popular Scotiabank Dog Show, Rock Climbing Walls and Street Performers. Beer gardens, 2 grand stages with non-stop entertainment, Midway Rides, the biggest Dog Show in Etobicoke, Artisan & crafter pavilions, clowns, face painters, auto show, Charity Pancake Breakfast in support of Out of The Cold and so much more!
Where: The Kingsway BIA (On Bloor Street West. between Prince Edward Drive and Montgomery Road), 3029 Bloor Street West, Etobicoke
When: Friday, September 6th, 6pm-10pm,
Saturday, September 7th, 11am-10pm,
Sunday, September 8th, 11am-6pm
Free admission.
Getting there: The Taste of the Kingsway is located on Bloor Street (between Prince Edward Drive to Montgomery Road) easily accessible by subway, exit at the Royal York Subway Station, leave the car home and come enjoy this 3 day festival using the TTC.
For more information contact:
Email: info@kingswaybia.ca
Web site: http://www.kingswaybia.ca/
Twitter : @thekingswaybia
Managing for growth 2013 seminar
August 13, 2013 by deblewis
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
The popular series of Seminars from Hogg, Shain & Scheck (Professional Corporation Chartered Accountants) continues in 2013 providing opportunity to learn and network with a group of entrepreneurs and other professionals.
Here is the next seminar theme, date and guest speaker:
September 25, 2013
2014+ ECONOMIC FORECAST – AN ANNUAL FAVOURITE!
The outlook for 2014 is not good. Consumer trends, concerns about the stock market, and trouble in the US economy suggest turmoil for the coming year. But that is not the whole story. Looking beyond 2014, ITR sees business cycle rise for 2015 – 2017. Come and find out why and plan for the future with confidence.
Guest Speaker: Brian Beaulieu, CEO ITR Economics
Brian’s presentations cover a wide variety of topics including short- and long-term global economic forecasts, regional economic updates, an outlook on inflation, and the relationship of political events and economic growth. He details what economic indicators executives should follow and provides proven strategies for leveraging economic forecasts at the company level.
Register now: http://www.hss-ca.com/event-details.php?id=7
Breakfast:
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Westin Prince Hotel, 900 York Mills Road, Toronto, ON M3B3H2
Fees: $25 includes continental breakfast (net proceeds go to the Ted Rogers School of Management)
Luncheon:
Time: 11:30 a.m – 2.00 p.m
Venue: Delta Meadowvale Hotel – 6750 Mississauga Road
Fees: $40
Evergreen Brick Works
July 25, 2013 by deblewis
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Toronto
Evergreen Brick Works is a vibrant public space in the heart of Toronto’s Don Valley. This site is meant to grab the attention of its visitors through interactive workshops and community festivals. From being renovated from an assortment of weakening heritage buildings into an aesthetically display for green design. Open year-round, Evergreen Brick Works has many of Toronto’s most prominent buildings. The park has breath-taking wildlife at the ravines.
The Evergreen Brick Works is home to many famous event spaces in Toronto, such as The Pavilions, The Frances and Tim Price Terrace, BMO Atrium and much more. With several ideal venues to choice from your special event can be turned into an original vision. The spaces offer various capacities from a seated dinner of 700 to a standing reception of 2,000. Events like Beerfest, Wild Blueberry Festival, CraveTO, Farmers’ Market have been held at the Evergreen Brick Works.“Evergreen Brick Works is a community environmental centre that inspires and equips visitors to live, work and play more sustainably”For more information visit http://ebw.evergreen.ca/about/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.
Canada Day Weekend Celebrations!
June 25, 2013 by deblewis
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
Summer is coming (finally!) and with it the most anticipated celebration of the Canadian Calendar. We are lucky this year it lands on a Monday. Canada Day is coming and like everybody for the week; you will be looking for something to do, to have fun, to meet with family and friends. A one of a kind event that will embody that special day.
Below you will find a short list of what is happening in Toronto for this celebratory weekend. But first a little bit of history (to share knowledge at the family barbecue or on a patio with friends)
Did you know that Canada Day used to be called Dominion Day? (As Canada was a part of the British Commonwealth)
It’s also the anniversary of the Constitution Act (1867) which stated the junction of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and the Canada province (Ontario and Quebec) in one and a whole country.
The first official celebration was held in 1917 to honor Canada’s 50th birthday. (This years’ is the 146th!) But the holiday was made official in 1982, the same year that the Canada Act was passed and the link with the United Kingdom was broken.
Canada Day also marks a number of breakthroughs and significant events:
- The first national radio connection by the Canadian National Railway in 1927.
- The first cross-country broadcasted in 1958 by the CBC.
- The first color television transmission in Canada in 1966.
- “O Canada” made the official national anthem in 1980.
Nowadays the event is most likely celebrated with parades, fireworks, carnivals, outdoor concerts & activities, and festivals. It’s also a time for Canadian to play sports, spend time at the beach and celebrate around the barbecue. (Source: http://www.canada-day.ca/)
1. Celebrate Canada day at Harbourfront Centre! (June 28th – July 1st), presented by Ontario Lottery and Gaming
For this long weekend the Harbourfront Centre showcases outdoor activities such as concerts (WestJet Stage, Redpath Stage and Canada Stage), dance events, Canada Day-themed food, fun crafts and games for the whole family to enjoy & the official opening of the new Canada Square
Not to forget FIREWORKS!! The celebration fireworks will be set June 30th around 10:30pm.
Tips: Best view of the fireworks would be the Harbourfront boardwalk, The island or even on the lake.
For more information about the celebration and the activities visit harbourfrontcentre.com
2. Digital Dreams Music Festival, June 29th & 30th
Electronic Nation Canada presents Digital Dreams Music Festival 2013 in association with Live Nation, Uniq Lifestyle, Capture, Destiny and Balance
To get tickets and information visit: http://digitaldreamsfest.ca/Enjoy a 2 day concert, 90 DJs on 4 stages on Toronto’s East Island (909 Lakeshore Blvd West). An amazing line-up from Bob Sinclar to Luciano.
3. Canada Day at Mel Lastman Square, produced by The City of Toronto. (Presented by Timothy’s) July 1st.
Enjoy a long weekend of celebration with live music, dance performances, children’s crafts and fireworks.
Take a look at the program for this special holiday:
| 5:00 – 8:00 pm | Pop up music performances and kids crafts – The Garden Court |
| 5:00, 6:00 & 7:00 pm | Under the Big Top by Zero Gravity Circus – The Garden Court |
| 5:30 & 6:30 pm | Lisa Odjig – Hoop Dancer – Main Stage Dance |
| 6:00 & 7:00 pm | Northbuck Krumping – Main Stage Dance |
| 8:00 pm | She King – Main Stage Concert |
| 9:15 pm | Derek Miller Band – Main Stage Concert |
| 10:15 pm | FIREWORKS FINALE |
Mel Lastman Square is located at 5100 Yonge St.
For more information: http://www.toronto.ca/special_events/canada/2013/index.htm
4. Amesbury Park Canada Day celebration, July 1st.
Come down and participate at the 30th Annual Amesbury Park Canada Day Celebration.
This event promises to be filled with a mix of multicultural entertainment, kid’s activities, vendor stations & more
| 10:00 – 5:00 | Tea room |
| 11:00AM – 12:00PM | Celebrity Pancake Brunch |
| 11:00AM – 7:00PM | Children’s Activities (Games & Rides) |
| 12:00PM | Amesbury Sports Club All-Star Softball Tourney |
| 1:00PM | Opening Ceremonies at Main Stage |
| 2:00PM – 5:00PM | Live Entertainment: |
| 2:00PM | * Young Singer Extraordinary NATALIE CASTRO DIAZ * Dance Demo by TORONTO NORTH SOCIAL DANCE STUDIO STRONGMAN/STRONGWOMEN SHOW * Bodybuilding Demo by Mr. Natural Universe WINSTON JOHNSON * Boxing Demo by World Champion NATALIE “SUGAR” BROWN AWARD PRESENTATION |
| 5:00 PM | * RACHEL JEANS (Open Mic Canada Regional Winner) |
| 6:00 PM | * FEATURE BAND (from Open Mic Canada Winner) |
| * FEATURE SINGER (from Open Mic Canada Winner) | |
| 7:00PM | PM DJ LUIGI AND FRIENDS |
| 8:00 PM | PM VITTORIA and THE EXCALIBUR BAND |
| 9:45 PM | FIREWORKS DISPLAY |
The Amesbury Park is located at 1507 Laurence Ave West
More information visit: http://www.amesburycanadaday.ca/
5. Canada Day at Queen’s Park, July 1st by The Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration
Rendez-vous at the lawns of the Ontario Legislature at Queen’s Park for a celebration day featuring entertainment & activities. Including music, dance and children’s shows, and a taste of Ontario’s locally grown foods. Come down to celebrate from 12 noon to 5pm.
The event will provide fun for the whole family from the Main stage to the ground and not to forget the dance stage and kid’s activities.
For more details on the schedule and the overall celebration go to http://www.citizenship.gov.on.ca/english/citizenship/honours/canadaday.shtml
6. Open Roof festival 2013, June 20th to August 22th
Open Roof Festival is a not for profit, outdoor music and film festival, highlighting independent filmmakers and artists from Canada and around the world. It offers live music followed by a film screening at sundown every Thursday on from 7:30 pm. $15 (opening night $25).
Location: Moonview Lot next to Corus Quay, 175 Queens Quay E (in case of rain the screening will be moved to Studio1), openrooffestival.com.
Canada Day Week end: Thursday June, 27th
– Movie: The secret Disco Revolution by Jamie Kastnerhttp://openrooffestival.com/the-secret-disco-revolution/
– Music: Michael Rault http://openrooffestival.com/michael-rault/
– Food: MANGO PINTON + ANIMAL LIBERATION http://openrooffestival.com/2013-festival/the-food/
For more information visit: http://openrooffestival.com/2013-festival/
7. Pride Week – Superqueer!, June 21st – 30th
Pride Week in Toronto is one of the largest pride celebrations in the world.
It is also Canada’s premiere arts and cultural festival. For 10 days the world largest street festival will include lots of activities such as Pride Parade, Dyke March, Trans Pride, Family Pride, Clean, Sober & Proud Place and more.
Pride Toronto celebrates the history, courage, diversity and future of Toronto’s LGBTTIQQ2SA communities.
For more information and schedule visit: http://www.pridetoronto.com/
