JENNIFER’S HOPE GALA In honour of a beloved sister, daughter and friend who passed away from a malignant brain tumour, and in recognition of The Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, the first annual Jennifer’s Hope Gala was held on Nov. 15th, 2013, at Terrace Banquet Centre in Vaughan. The night kicked off with a signature …
DIVA GIRLZ PARTY STUDIO With hopes to teach girls and young women the value of self-confidence, Laurie Brassard and Joanne Bruno have launched Diva Girlz Party Studio in the heart of Vaughan. Brassard and Bruno, who are both mothers, offer parents a stress-free environment to hold their kids’ birthday parties, spa days and dress-up/dance parties …
Believe in SickKids Candy Land Gala The 7th annual Believe in SickKids Candyland Gala, held at The Venetian Banquet & Hospitality Centre, successfully raised $30,000 this past November in support of the SickKids Foundation. Guests savoured a full-course dinner and deluxe open bar, enjoyed musical performances by Angelica Di Castro, Christian Rocco Boni and DJ …
Are you lost in a sea of smartphones, apps and gaming devices but want to appear “hip” and “with it” in the eyes of your beloved tech guru or li’l power users? Well, don’t blow a fuse — Amber MacArthur’s here with a digital life jacket. As the co-host of CTV/BNN’s App Central, which just …
It’s that time of year again and the season of giving is upon us. Holiday flyers are dumped on our doorsteps and TV commercials fill the airwaves. Every parent knows what this means. By the first of December, your kids’ excitement levels will be turbo-charged and presents will be all they can think about. We …
We wish you a merry holiday season — and our gift to you? Your entire shopping list made easy! SAY CHEESE Charm the host or hostess on your list with the perfect entertaining accessory: this cheese plate and message board has character! www.placetile.com PRETTY IN PORCELAIN The cheeky Kokeshi figurines designed by Spanish porcelain master …
Steeles Paint raises $25,000 for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation It’s a brisk October afternoon and dozens of people have gathered at the Steeles Paint supercentre to celebrate the latest achievement of Canada’s largest independent paint store. For the past four weeks, the team at Steeles Paint endeavoured to raise money in support of breast …
RICK CAMPANELLI Co-host of ET Canada Q: How do you give back over the holidays? A: Each year around this time I try and go on a humanitarian trip to an underdeveloped country. I just returned from Cambodia and will be putting together a story for ET Canada about my journey and how others can …
Travel writer and TV personality Robin Esrock has journeyed to over 100 countries. From scuba diving in Papua New Guinea to volcano boarding in Nicaragua, this South-African-turned-Vancouverite has pretty much done it all. For his latest adventure, Esrock embarked on a cross-country journey to chronicle Canada’s captivating natural wonders and once-in-a-lifetime experiences for his new …
What does it take to be a good leader? Two brothers and captains of industry break down how they’ve excelled in their fields and their plan to share this knowledge with business leaders and aspiring entrepreneurs Tim and Greg Hogarth understand that a strong mentor can be an aspiring leader’s greatest ally. In an ever-changing …