The 30th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards, which celebrate excellence in Toronto theatre, dance and opera, were handed out in a star-studded ceremony at Toronto’s elegant Winter Garden Theatre, hosted by the celebrated CBC Radio host Jian Ghomeshi. The festivities also included a VIP Patrons Reception, held at the Rosewater Supper Club, and an after-party …
Celebrated Chef Marc Thuet and his business partner Biana Zorich recently held a star-studded dinner to celebrate the completion of the apprenticeship program for the new Conviction staff of ex-convicts. Launched in May, Conviction Restaurant’s mission is a social experiment designed to empower some of society’s most disadvantaged members, all while providing customers with an …
Lifford Wine Agency, in partnership with presenting sponsor Harry Rosen, hosted the third annual Boys’ Night Out event at the Fermenting Cellar in the Distillery District. The popular evening is a celebration of guy’s stuff, like hot cars, boats, golf, steaks and music, disguised as a sophisticated wine tasting! Proceeds from the evening will benefit …
Party guests got in the groove to the legendary sounds of Earth Wind and Fire at the 56th Annual Mount Sinai Hospital Auxiliary Gala, held at the Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. The evening was emceed by Ken Shaw of CTV News, and featured silent and live auctions which boasted luxurious prizes, including a trip …
Awearness, a unique shopping experience at which guests can purchase designer and high-end fashions at discounted prices, came back for its second year at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex on May 3, 2009. The event, founded and chaired by Michelle Levy and Elana Waldman, supports ovarian cancer research at Princess Margaret Hospital. www.awearnesscanada.com PHOTOS: Founders/chairs …
Over 1,300 members from Toronto’s business community joined Premier Dalton McGuinty for the Toronto Board of Trade’s 121st Annual Dinner. The event featured Canadian investment banking legend Tony Fell as the keynote speaker, and was emceed by Amanda Lang, anchor of BNN’s SqueezePlay. www.bot.com PHOTOS: Premier of Ontario Dalton McGuinty with presenting sponsor Carl Lovas …
