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"GALAvanting"
to Toronto Fundraising
Events and Galas
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 HOToronto Magazine, in its
commitment to keeping you informed and enlightened, continues to present you with a host
of new on-line download magazine titles. This addition of GALAvanting to the roster is the
fourth edition to date and the response has been overwhelming. Finally our readers have a
magazine dedicated to one of our famous pastimes - fundraising. This online publication,
available as a free download or free subscription, is designed to be of interest to the
consumer and trade sectors alike. We have compiled for you, a list of galas, balls,
events, golf tournaments and basically anything that puts the FUN into FUNdraising.
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If you have a FUNDRAISING EVENT you would like us to know about, send the details
of your event to: HOToronto@rogers.com or mail
to HOToronto Magazine, 1235 Bay Street, Suite 400, Toronto, Ontario, M5R 3K4 |
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May 1
BRIDGE TO THE CURE GALA
Spirale Banquet Hall
416-946-2353
In support of Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation |
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May 3
VAUGHAN CHOCOLATE BALL: "La Vida Cocoa"
Bellagio Boutique Event Venue,
8540 Jane Street
www.TheChocolateBall.com
Chocolate lovers will spring into summer by experiencing one of the most elegant and lavish events held in Vaughan. The distinct aroma of chocolate emanating from every direction will permeate throughout this luxuriously appointed venue. |
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 May 5-6
Mississauga Marathon
With the goal of creating "A Run for Everyone", the 9th annual 2012 Mississauga
Marathon presented by Canon will continue with marathon festival traditions where
spectators, volunteers, runners and their families will have a chance to enjoy a day of
fitness and entertainment. This year's events include; Canon Marathon, Half Marathon,
Corporate and Team Relay Challenge, Desjardins General Insurance 10K & 10K Student
Relay, and a community favourite, "The Hazel" 5K. A 2K Family Fun Run/Walk.
Local charity partners will include the Trillium Health Centre; Runners not only can
donate to the charity of their choice, but can also collect pledges on behalf of the
charities in support of their marathon running efforts.
For more information please visit www.mississaugamarathon.com. |
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May 6
Spark: Ignite a Child's Potential
The Carlu
In support of the Children's Aid Foundation
www.cafdn.org Proceeds go to the Ignite the Spark Fund - a self-discovery fund that
allows vulnerable children and youth to get involved in sports, arts, cultural and
recreational programs that play a key role in building their self-esteem and providing
hope for the future. |
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 May 7
7th Annual SCRABBLE® WITH THE STARS
Hosted by Jeanne Beker and Barry Flatman
Arcadian Court, 401 Bay St.
www.scrabblewiththestars.ca In support of the Performing Arts Lodge.
This is a signature fundraiser for Performing Arts Lodges, Toronto, a unique
organization that offers help to performing arts professionals in the areas of health and
affordable housing. Funds raised at the annual Scrabble® With The Stars will fund the
first steps towards providing assisted living care for PAL residents who can no longer
live independently. This will allow residents whose failing health precludes independent
living to remain among fellow pros with whom they share a common bond while receiving the
additional care they need. Dine, mingle and play Scrabble with some of Canada's most
eminent celebrities. The game is the thing. But the rest of the year, the aim is the life,
the health and welfare and spirit of our artistic community. They give us entertainment
and food for thought. Let's give them our support! |
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May 9
CONSERVATION GALA
Rattlesnake Point Golf Club
In support of the Credit Valley Conservation Foundation and Conservation Halton Foundation
www.conservationgala.ca |
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May 9
RAISE A CHILD'S SMILE 2011: "Mad Men Style"
Arcadian Court
Supporting The Hincks Dellcrest
www.hincksdellcrest.org |
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May 12
FANDANGO! In The Nile
Ritz Carlton Hotel
416-461-8252 Ext. 2930 In support of Bridgepoint Health Foundation
www.bridgepointhealthfoundation.ca
Inspired by India's lively form of music and dance, the 2012 gala continues the
Fandango! tradition of bringing the world's best parties to Toronto. Past years have
featured the fiestas of Spain, Latin American salsa dancing and the chic café culture of
France. But Fandango! Bhangra will top them all with exciting music and dancing, fantastic
food and divine décor. Attire: Indian Exotic or Black Tie Entertainment: Nu Rhythm
BandHost: Ken Shaw, CTV News |
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May 12
SPIRIT OF TORONTO: ANNUAL WHISKEY GALA
Roy Thomson Hall
www.magma.ca Spirit of Toronto is Toronto’s Annual Whisky Gala, a spectacular
evening featuring a dazzling array of 100 plus single malts and premium spirits, tutored
tastings, live jazz, gourmet catering, classic cocktails, and a poolside cigar bar on the
outdoor lower level of Roy Thomson Hall. |
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May 16
DA VINCI GALA
La Primavera Convention Centre
77 Woodstream Blvd, Vaughan
416-586-8203 ext. 8749
In support of Mildred Sonshine Family Centre for Head and Neck Diseases.
www.davincigala.com |
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 May 27
TORONTO WOMEN'S HALF MARATHON AND 5K
Sunnybrook Park
In support of POGO Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario
www.towomenshalf.com
Once again, women will be setting the pace on May 2011. Join more than 1,500 women
runners through Sunnybrook Park in the heart of the City in one of Toronto's most popular
race. |
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May 27
'Bike 4 Betty'
Memorial Park, Port Credit
www.bike4betty.com
In support of Trillium Health Centre
'Bike 4 Betty' and all the women in your life! Bring your family, friends and bicycles for
a 2k, 15k, 30k, 75k, 100k ride or Yoga in the park. Aside from great exercise and time
with your family, you'll enjoy a great barbecue, live entertainment, clowns, face
painting, inflatables for the kids and more! Your participation and fundraising support
will benefit Trillium's Betty Wallace Women's Health Centre and recently opened Betty
& Buster Lockwood Cancer Detection and Treatment Centre. These centres provide expert,
leading-edge diagnosis and compassionate treatment in state-of-the-art facilities.
Participate in 'Bike 4 Betty' and celebrate all the courageous women in your life! |
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May 27
GIRO T.O.
From Little Italy to Vaughan
In support of Villa Charities Foundations
www.villacharities.com/main.asp?View=Events |
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May 29
SPIRIT OF HOPE
The Allstream Centre
In support of the Friends of Simon Wiesenathal Center |
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May 30
PENCER BRAIN TRUST GALA: "Rock"
Liberty Grand
416-923-2999
In support of Gerry & Nancy Pencer Brain Trust
www.pencerbraintrust.com |
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| June |
 June 3
TORONTO TASTE
Indoors and outdoors at the Royal Ontario Museum
In support of Second Harvest
www.torontotaste.ca The original must-attend event for gourmands, Toronto Taste is an
evening that pairs cuisine and compassion, treating guests to extraordinary samplings
prepared by the city's finest chefs and delicious beverages provided by top vintners. This
one-night gourmet graze, which kicks off the summer season, is an unforgettable evening of
glamour, indulgence and extravagance. This one-night gourmet graze, which kicks off the
summer season, is an unforgettable evening of glamour, indulgence and extravagance. |
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June 9
BARBADOS CHARITY BALL
"Feel the Spirit of Crop Over"
Toronto Congress Centre
In support of Scholarships and HIV Aids
www.barbadosballcanada.com This annual formal event includes a pre-dinner reception,
four-course dinner, live entertainment, dancing, an award presentation, live and silent
auctions and a midnight sweet table. A true taste of Barbados here in Toronto. |
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9-10
Ride to Conquer Cancer
www.conquercancer.ca
Think of it as a history-making opportunity for you to do something big about cancer,
something epic. Like cycling from Toronto to Niagara Falls in two days. Sure, it sounds
like a lot... and it's meant to be. But make no mistake, this event isn't just for
athletes. The Ride to Conquer Cancer is for anyone who wants to challenge themselves for a
great cause. Even people who haven't ridden since they were twelve. All you need is
motivation, a bike, and a helmet. The rest is history. Be part of it |
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June 14
BIG NIGHT OUT
Liberty Grand
416-925-8981 Ext. 4122
In support of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto
www.bbbst.com
Celebrating 40 years of history. A special evening celebrating the people who make a
difference in the lives of so many children and youth in the community. Enjoy a wonderful
evening featuring silent and live auctions, gourmet dinner and fabulous entertainment. |
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June 14, 12 pm - 9 pm
GOLF TOURNAMENT: GOLF TO CURE CANCER
RedCrest Cardinal Golf Club, 17700 Keele Street, Kettleby
Located 1/2 km north of Davis Drive West on Keele Street
With our friends, cancer can be beaten. Help make cancer history by attending the Vaughan
in Motion GOLF To Cure Cancer. To register your 4-some or to find out more on how you can
be a Golf Sponsor call (905) 832-8298 or email info@vaughaninmotion.com. |
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GOLF TOURNAMENTS BRIDGEPOINT GOLF CLASSIC
Angus Glen, MarkhamIn support of Bridgepoint Health Foundation
www.bridgepointhealth.ca/BridgepointClassic
Golfing for a great cause! Our annual golf tournament advances Bridgepoint's mission to
meet the challenge of complex chronic disease. This year, 34 foursomes will have the
opportunity to compete for great prizes in a new "scramble" format. |
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June 29-July 2
TORONTO RIBFEST
Centennial Park, Etobicoke
In support of Trillium Health Centre Foundation
torontoribfest.com The Toronto Ribfest attracts more than 100,000 visitors each year.
Presented by the Rotary Club of Etobicoke, the fest lures folks in with live music,
succulent ribs, beer tents arts and crafts show as well as carnival rides, a climbing wall
and pony rides for the kids. The Canada Day party includes a citizenship ceremony, live
music, fireworks and food vendors selling barbeque ribs. Live entertainment is provided by
George Linton - the wandering musical clown and banjo player, the Slime Dogs, Skip Tracer
and New Hollywood. The Canada Day festivities finish off with a lively fireworks display
at night. |
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July 13-15
MISSISSAUGA ROTARY RIBFEST
Living Arts Center, Mississauga
In support of Trillium Health Centre Foundation
www.mississaugarotaryribfest.comThis event attracts well over 100,000 visitors who
enjoy live music and succulent ribs. Treat the kids to hot dogs, ice cream, goodies and
lots more. The locale for the 2012 Mississauga Rotary Ribfest is the Living Arts Centre,
adjacent to Square One. |
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August 24
Friends Fore Life Golf Tournament
Lionhead Golf and Cuntry Club. Brampton
In support of Trillium Health Centre Foundation
www.trilliumgiving.ca |
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| September |
September 3
ITALIAN WALK OF FAME GALA 2012
Riviera Parque Banquet & Convention Centre
416-704-3273
In support of Italian Walk of Fame
ww.italianwalkoffame.com |
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September 8-9
10th Annual The Shoppers Drug Mart Weekend to End Women's Cancers
www.endcancer.ca
Be part of a life-changing, world-changing event. During one amazing weekend, you will
unite with thousands of women and men to walk through the neighbourhoods of Toronto,
fighting all women's cancers, step by step. Whether you choose the epic 2-day walk or the
new 1-day option, you will be fully supported from the time you register to the end of
your journey. Join us and make a change in yourself, in your community, and in the world. |
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September 9
FEAST OF FIELDS EVENT
Cold Creek Conservation Area
www.feastoffields.org, 905-859-3609
King Township-Preparations are well underway for the 23rd annual Feast of Fields event.
This prestigious event encourages visitors to savour and enjoy the organic lifestyle.
“We are thrilled with this year’s Exhibitors, and the event is shaping up to be
the best ever!” says Event Manager, Patty Fleetwood. Feast of Fields is an afternoon
event in the country that hosts organic chefs, vintners, breweries and farmers from all
over Ontario to prepare organic food that visitors can enjoy as they stroll throughout the
park. This year’s event, held at Cold Creek Conservation Area, in King Township on
September 9, from 12-5, supports local freshness and flavor. Every year, the event gets
bigger and bigger. “As the organic, local food movement is raising consciousness of
the food we eat and drink, more and more people are making the event a staple of their
fall outings. We have really tried to create and foster the local, organic food
movement.” Says Organic Advocates, Feast of Fields event founder and local chef,
Daniel Gilbert.
Celebrity chefs participating this year are, Chef Michael Smith, Chef Brad Long, Chef
Suman Roy, Chef Emerie Brine and many more. Organic Advocates, Feast of Fields always
gives some of the proceeds back to worthy projects and organic organizations. Last year,
the Children’s Garden was installed on-site for the purpose of teaching the children
how to grow and harvest food. This year, proceeds, in conjunction with King Township, will
help to build a permanent pavilion to be used as an outdoor classroom for environmental
studies taught at Cold Creek. |
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September 10
Pro-Am Golf Tournament
The Toronto Golf Club
In support of Trillium Health Centre Foundation
www.trilliumgiving.ca20th annual charitable 'Pro-Am Golf
Tournament' will be held at The Toronto Golf Club. Tee-up with the pros, lunch
on the green and dine in a festive setting. The tournament is limited to 25 teams, each
joined by a professional golfer. Your generous participation helps patients with heart
disease and shows your community you care. |
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September 11
Gary Booth Memorial Golf Tournament
BreaBen Golf Course Mississauga
In support of Trillium Health Centre Foundation
www.trilliumgiving.ca |
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September 14
Al Balding Charity Golf Event
Credit Valley Golf & Country Club
In support of Trillium Health Centre Foundation
www.trilliumgiving.ca |
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 September 15
BRAZILIAN CARNIVAL BALL
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Bldg.
905-475-2520
www.brazilianball.com In support of the Royal Ontario Museum
Welcome to the 2012 Brazilian Carnival Ball. Influenced and inspired by the
Baroque period of the 17th century, this year's Ball will take place in the heart of
downtown Toronto and will evoke an evening of historic grandeur, glamour and
opulence. It will be an evening celebrating the cultural style, beauty and
historial significance of this period filled with majestic costumes, mesmerizing dancers
and rhythmic music that will keep you dancing all night long. |
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September 15
Cardiac Wellness & Rehabilitation Centre's Walk of Life
Centennial Park, Picnic Area 5, Etobicoke
In support of Trillium Health Centre Foundation
www.trilliumgiving.caCelebrating its 11th anniversary, the Cardiac Wellness and
Rehabilitation Centre (CWRC) will once again be holding their annual walk-a-thon, barbeque
and raffle. |
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September 30
21st ANNUAL CBCF CIBC RUN FOR THE CURE
Nathan Phillips Square
In support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
www.runforthecure.com/site/TR?fr_id=1290&pg=entry |
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October 13
THE VENETIAN BALL
Toronto Convention Centre
www.villacharities.com
In support of Villa Charities Foundation For one night only, the mystery of the
Venetian Carnevale will once again take centre stage at the 2011 Venetian Ball! This
blockbuster event is an authentic Italian celebration featuring exquisite masks,
delectable food and drink, famous faces, priceless auction items, as well as a surprise
live entertainer that will sure to leave you wanting more! |
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EAT TO THE BEAT 2012
Roy Thomson Hall
In support of Willow Breast Cancer Support Centre
www.eattothebeat.ca
We think it is a wonderful way to spend an evening; with Roy Thompson Hall as the
beautiful backdrop for our guests to move, mingle and enjoy the incredible food, beverages
and entertainment. The committee has been working very hard to make this the best event
ever. |
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THE CHOCOLATE BALL: Cocoa Cabaret
Palais Royale Ballroom
416-923-4686
In support of the Prostate & Breast Cancer Initiatives
www.TheChocolateBall.com
www.TorontoChocolateFestival.com
This is the Original Chocolate Gala powered by Chocolate. It's where chocolate is not the
theme but the event. The night will start off with specialized chocolate infused coco
d'oeuvres served at several food stations. The highlight of the evening will be the
infamous Chocolate Buffet packed with a wide variety of chocolate desserts and Chocolate
Stations – a feast for the gods! Also back again is the grand Silent Auction ….
plus draws and raffles. |
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United Way - CN Tower Climb
North Building, Metro Toronto Convention Centre
http://www.uwgt.org/climbforunitedway/
With over 12,000 climbers raising more than $2 million in 2008, the Enbridge CN Tower
Climb for United Way is one of Toronto's most popular events. Well established, it sells
out year after year. 2009 will mark our 32nd anniversary.
Pre and post-event activities will be held at the spacious and convenient Metro Toronto
Convention Centre, 255 Front Street West, North Building, Hall C. This 67,000 square foot
facility will offer larger registration, coat check and t-shirt pick-up areas, plus direct
indoor access to the Skywalk. It is easily accessible by TTC and GO (Union Station). |
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TRILLIUM DIWALI 2012
International Centre
905-848-7580 Ext. 2930
In support of Seniors Health at Trilllium Hospital
www.trilliumdiwali.ca |
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TEDDY BEAR AFFAIR
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
In support of the Children's Aid Foundation
www.cafdn.org |
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December 1
MISTLETOE BALL: "Hollywood Glamour"
The Allstream Centre
416-813-7812
In support of the Herbie Fund, Sick Kids Foundation
www.herbiefund.com |
December 5
CJFE GALA
Fairmont Royal York Hotel
In support of Canadian Journalists for Free Expression
www.cjfe.org |
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