Imagine a six-star getaway with every pleasure meticulously bestowed with the utmost care as your palate is sensationalized with gourmet cuisine. Private assistants go to the greatest lengths for your comfort and entertainment. And nearby, a breathtaking, changing coastline captures your soul with blissful amazement. It’s an experience known by the fortuned few who have …
There was a time when only the famous czars of Russia could enjoy enduring treasures and centuries-old artwork. Whether it was an exquisite Byzantine cloak or a ruby-centred amulet, superb riches were defining must-haves for major dynasties. After all, there’s nothing sweeter than owning an opulent piece of jewelry which doesn’t exist anywhere in the …
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 …
As the battle against AIDS rages on, prominent citizens from Toronto and surrounding areas gathered at the 12th annual Bloor Street Entertains gala. With a fundraising goal of $500,000, the money raised went to support the Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research (CANFAR). Guests enjoyed a stunning array of fine dining cuisine, followed by an evening …
Truly a global experience, guests attending this illustrious gala enjoyed the lifestyle travel themes of London, Paris, and Los Angeles. A gourmet dinner ensued with raffle sponsors from Heys and Air Canada Vacations, followed by a silent auction for each jet-setter who attended. Produced by award-winning event management team, Solutions with Impact, the All That …
A passionate love story with reading as its protagonist revealed itself February 12, 2009, as celebrity guests and revered authors commingled and schmoozed at The Book Lover’s Ball. A regal affair lighting up a banquet hall at The Fairmont Royal York, a silent and live auction engaged the senses as swanky cocktails and delectable hors …
B’nai Brith Canada recently paid tribute to award-winning producer Robert Lantos, bestowing him with its Award of Merit, the Jewish community’s highest honour. Dinner co-chairs Peter Munk and Gerald Schwartz were joined by Canada’s leading corporate executives, politicians and dignitaries, along with other members of the entertainment industry to toast Lantos with a gala dinner …
Many of Canada’s leading celebrities and over 1,600 guests gathered at the Westin Harbour Castle to celebrate the 26th annual Special Olympics Festival. The celebration offered a full day of events including the Darryl Sittler Celebrity Face-Off Challenge, an evening gala featuring a special performance by The Canadian Tenors, and a fashion show hosted by …
The Walrus Foundation recently held it’s first gala at The Fermenting Cellar in the Distillery District. Hosted by Seamus O’Regan and Shelagh Rogers, the night also included a unique silent auction of secret messages in a bottle – including written words from Archbisop Desmond Tutu, Sir Richard Branson, Margaret Atwood and Stephen King. www.walrusmagazine.com PHOTOS: …
