IT'S A CAKE THING Imagine spending your birthday in a hospital bed. It’s an unfortunate reality for too many children, which is why Icing Smiles Canada has recruited volunteer bakers to create special cakes for birthday kids in the hospital or with serious illnesses. Eight-year-old Luca Borecca, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in …
THE 2014 CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL AUTOSHOW Start your engines — it’s back! The Canadian International AutoShow, over 60,000 square feet of shiny, pulse-quickening, tire-clad beauty is scheduled to take place Feb. 14 to 23 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. This year’s edition of the event promises an exciting lineup of special guests, family activities and …
WINTER DREAMS Edzin Media Corp. held its first-ever annual Winter Dreams Charity Event on Dec. 10 in support of the Possibilities Fund at SickKids. The evening opened on a high-fashion note with a spectacular runway show, followed by guest performances, including the likes of DAEI Elite Performance Crew, So You Think You Can Dance Season …
GRAND OPENING OF CLOUD9 PAMPERING Spa guru and entrepreneur Yein Ngo wants all ladies, of both the little and grown-up varieties, to act on their right to be pampered. In fact, she’s so passionate about it that she recently opened up her brand-new spa, Cloud9 Pampering. The grand opening was attended by a handful of …
A WOMAN'S LEGACY Motivational speaking powerhouse Legacy Events returned to Toronto to host A Woman’s Legacy — an event that brought together a diverse handful of influential females to spill their secrets to success, including Jann Arden, Susan Cain, Loretta LaRoche, Julia Gillard, Amanda Lang, Roxana Saberi, Kim Marr and Jessica Holmes. An audience of 2,500 …
FREE THE CHILDREN TRIBUTE TO NELSON MANDELA In honour of Nelson Mandela’s legacy, Free the Children hosted a special celebration at St. Joseph’s College in Toronto recently. Inspirational speakers and personalities like Shawn Desman, Kardinal Offishal, Nelly Furtado and The Hon. David C. Onley, lieutenant-governor of Ontario, joined 450 students as they conferenced with Free …
Infiniti celebrates its 25th anniversary in Canada this year, but it can easily be summed up as one of the more under-the-radar players in the luxury automotive market. Nissan’s well-adorned sister company first hit the market in the mid-1980s trying to claw away luxury car buyers from the already-established premium German selections, but it took …
With a passion for improving self-confidence, a new orthodontic practice in Vaughan is adding a little more smile to the community. From the moment you enter Tasios Orthodontics, a comforting experience ensues as you meet with the personable Dr. Bruce Tasios and the charismatic Dr. Suzanna Lekht, both experienced orthodontists with a commitment to excellence. …
You may know it as the giant of the GTA’s martial arts scene, but Northern Karate isn’t just a local favourite: it’s known Canada-wide for its by-the-book teachings and kick-butt client transformations. Since its founding in 1972, Northern Karate has blossomed into 10 locations across the Greater Toronto Area and now instructs over 8,000 students, …
Take to the city this season and discover some of the brightest hidden gems in Vaughan. Whether you’re looking for four wheels or two, a night out with friends or loved ones, new home furnishings or some fine-tuning for your high kick, the city is bursting with options. Consider this your invitation to get in …