The Bonfire Bash gala held at the Fort York Armoury in Toronto on Thursday, November 2, brought together more than 700 guests to raise $1.75 million in support of Campfire Circle’s critical year-round programs for kids with cancer or serious illness and their families. Presented by GFL Environmental Inc., the evening brought together campers and …
The Shoebox Project for Women just celebrated its 10th Anniversary, and board members John-Paul Ricchio and Shannon Murree organized and hosted a cocktail reception to remember at one of the city's most beautiful venues, Petros82 Restaurant. Founders, friends, supporters and volunteers were all thrilled to be gathering in person once again to toast another decade of supporting, celebrating and uplifting local women impacted by homelessness. The guests …
A look inside Canadian designers’ newest holiday collections at Toronto’s newest private members club, CLIO, where the art of meaningful living is celebrated and shared. What better way to celebrate Canadian fashion than with an event hosted by two Canadian powerhouses: Suzanne Rogers and Charles Khabouth. The Canadian philanthropist and King of Entertainment have been …
A five-year program renewal allows The Suzanne Rogers Fashion Institute to curate top international fashion designers. How does creativity survive a pandemic? In a discipline that requires human engagement and the stimulation brought forth from social activity, what impact does “social distancing” and staying home have on the creative process, particularly for those involved in …
The fifth installment in the Suzanne Rogers Presents series saw Victoria Beckham take centre stage at the sold-out Toronto event in November. The luncheon featured Beckham’s SS20 collection, which guests could pre-order, and a conversation with Business of Fashion’s editor-at-large Tim Blanks. The event raised $725,000 for Camp Ooch, The Penelope Neuroblastoma Foundation and other …
Woodbine Racetrack was the place to be on June 2, as it was the location of the 12th Annual Thrill of Ascot, hosted by Best Buddies Canada. The event featured 350 of Toronto’s fashion tastemakers and philanthropists, who came out to support Best Buddies. With the funds from this year, the total amount raised since …
