Tuesday, November 1, 2011

• Writer's Trust Awards. Writer's Trust of Canada. Isabel Bader Theatre. One of Canada’s premiere literary events, the Writers’ Trust Awards will feature the presentation of six awards and more than $100,000, making it one of the richest awards nights in the country. Grace O' Connell. 416-504-8222.

• The Promise Ball. JDRF. Sheraton Centre Hotel. Cocktails and Silent Auction 5:00pm. Dinner and program 7:00pm. A premier evening fundraising gala. 647-789-2000.

• Holocaust Education Week: Adversity. Thru Nov 9. Various venues across The GTA. Over one million students across Canada have learned about the Holocaust and antisemitism, thanks to a highly successful education program by FAST (Fighting Anti-Semitism Together). 416-484-1132.

Thursday, November 3, 2011

• 64th Awards Gala. Canadian Centre for Diversity. 416-597-9693 ext 27.

• Sunshine Ball. Project Sunshine Canada. Eglinton Grand. 6:30 cocktails and silent auction. 7:30 dinner and live auction. This is our premier event that helps fund our free hospital programs for children faced with medical challenges. 416-966-6877.

• BMO Financial Group reDesign 2011. Textile Museum of Canada. The Gladstone Hotel. $100. This summer, 36 leading Toronto artists, designers and architects were involved in a project to redesign and re-imagine Louis XVI-style armchairs, to be sold at silent auction. Proceeds from the sale will support the Textile Museum of Canada's exhibitions, collections and public programs. Complimentary fine food from Chef Marc Breton, wine and beer. 416-599-5321 ext 2246.

Friday, November 4, 2011

• Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. Thru Nov 13. Exhibition Place. 416 263-3400.

• Rendezvous with Madness Film Festival. Thru Nov 13. Tiff Lightbox and Workman Arts. Canada's premiere film festival devoted to mental health and addiction issues. through film, it helps to challenge perceptions of reality and to express the truth of mental illness and addiction. RWM explores these cinematic representations and hosts panel discussions after each screening. The films are the art, the discussion gives them perspective. 416-583-4606.

• One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale. Thru Dec 4. Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place. 416-960-3680.

Saturday, November 5, 2011

• Teddy Bear Affair. Children's Aid Foundation. Metro Toronto Convention Centre. 416-923-0924.

• Roman Holiday: 14th Annual Holiday Gala. St Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. Susie Vyles. 905-521-6036.

Sunday, November 6, 2011

• Integra Dinner 2011. Integra. Evergreen Brickworks. Murray S. Rowe. 416-486-8055 Ext. 248.

Monday, November 7, 2011

• Jeanne Beker & Friends Open Their Hearts & Closets. Gilda's Club Greater Toronto. 24 Cecil Street. Elana Shapiro. 416-214-9898 ext 205.

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

• Scotiabank Giller Prize Gala. Four Seasons Hotel. 416-934-0755.

• Reel Asian International Film Festival. Thru Nov 19. 416-703 -9333.

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

• Gold Medal Plates Dinner. Metro Toronto Convention Centre. 416-646-2751.

Thursday, November 10, 2011

• True Patriot Love Tribute Gala. True Patriot Love Foundation. Allstream Centre. 7:00pm. Dinner funds raised continue to support and honour members of the Canadian military and their families, wherever they may serve. K.I.M. Fundraising. 416-224-9990.

• Voices for Justice Dinner. Human Rights Watch. Ritz-Carlton. 6:00pm. $500. 416-322-8448.

• Art Attack. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre. 8:00pm. $25. The most outrageous auction of the holiday season, is back. Buddies’ signature fundraising event offers a remarkable line-up of contemporary art by Canada’s hottest queer artists, along with an exciting array of design, entertainment and travel packages – all in support of Buddies in Bad Times Theatre. Mark Aikman. 416-975-9130 ext 40.

Friday, November 11, 2011

Remembrance Day   

• 10th Annual Homes for the Holidays House Tour. Also Nov 12. Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation - Breast Health Centre. $70/$35. A unique designer showcase featuring beautiful homes in Markham and Unionville, each decorated by teams of local designers. The Twilight Tour on Friday includes gourmet gastronomy, entertainment and wine tasting. Saturday’s tour offers refreshments and decorating inspirations. Events also includes holiday boutique shopping, draws and giveaways. Francesca Dauphinais. 905-477-9511 ext. 224.

 

Saturday, November 12, 2011

• DX Black& White Gala. Design Exchange. Danielle Mason. 416-216-2119.

Monday, November 14, 2011

• Award of Merit Dinner.  B'nai Brith Canada. Honouree: Blake C. Goldring, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, AGF Management Limited. 416-633-6224 ext 128.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

• Zareinu Fashion Show. Zareinu Educational Centre. All proceeds go to Zareinu Educational Centre. 416-661-1800 ext 224.

• Food Sort Challenge 2011. Daily Bread Food Bank. Thru Nov 30. Compete in teams to see who can sort through 3,000lbs of food the fastest! There are prizes for fastest, top fundraising and best dressed teams. The top team from each competition day will be invited back for the Winner’s Circle final competition to decide the overall winner of the 5th Annual Food Sort Challenge. 416-203-0050.

Thursday, November 17, 2011

• Twelve Trees of Christmas. Gala Fundraiser. Gardiner Museum. 6:30pm. Spectacular Christmas tree displays by some of Toronto's top interior designers with an evening of exquisite food by Executive Chef Jamie Kennedy inside the award winning architectural splendor of the Gardiner Museum. 416-586-8080.

Friday, November 18, 2011

• Breastfest Film Festival. Rethink Breast Cancer. Royal Ontario Museum. This annual festival uses films, panels, workshops and speakers to connect people to the breast cancer cause, inspire dialogue, facilitate learning and foster community. 416-920-0980.

Saturday, November 19, 2011

• Crystal Ball. Reach for the Rainbow. The 25th Annual Crystal Ball is the signature fundraising event that provides inclusive recreational opportunities for children with disabilities. Sharon. 416-503-0088.

• It's Always Something Variety Show.  Gilda's Club Greater Toronto. Sony Centre. 7:30pm.  Joining Russell Peters is an all-star cast including Eugene Levy, Martin Short, Fred Willard, Catherine O’Hara, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, Andy Kim, Paul Shaffer and more!  416-214-9898.

• Maya: Secerts of their Ancient World. Thru April 9, 2012. ROM. A remarkable exhibition highlighting the ancient Mesoamerican civilization’s Classic Period (250 to 900 AD) and its notable achievements. As visitors journey into the heart of a great Maya city, many of the mysteries surrounding the Maya are examined and their secrets revealed. 416-586-8000.

• Rising Sun: United for East Africa & Japan. JCCC Foundation’s Japan Earthquake Relief Fund and IDRF’s East Africa Drought Relief Fund. Trinity St. Paul Centre. $25. This event seeks to raise awareness of the devastation in Japan and East Africa engaging people through the harmonious thread of music, towards providing relief for the disaster victims. info@nomanslandpromotions.com

Sunday, November 20, 2011

• Santa Claus Parade. 12:30 pm. 416-249-7833.

• Negev Dinner. JNF. Fairmont Royal York. 416-638-7200 ext 27.

     Tuesday, November 22, 2011 

• CANFAR's Bloor Street Entertains. Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research. The 15th Annual Ball is the signature fundraising event for CANFAR, Canada’s only independent charitable foundation dedicated to eliminating AIDS through research. By funding promising Canadian research and promoting prevention through educational campaigns, CANFAR is working to end AIDS globally. Holly Fraser. (416) 361-6281 ext. 234.

Thursday, November 24, 2011  

• Writer's Trust Gala. Writer's Trust of Canada. Four Seasons Hotel. This event is a true celebration of Canadian literature and of the Canadian authors we are proud to support. Proceeds from the event fund the programs and initiatives of the Writers’ Trust, including our literary awards program, Berton House Writers’ Retreat, and our scholarship program with Humber College, and much more. Grace O' Connell. 416-504-8222 x 243.

           Friday, November 25, 2011            

• Whole Life Expo. Thru Nov 27. Metro Toronto Convention Centre. With 60 speakers and over 200 exhibitors, Whole Life Expo brings you the most comprehensive array of natural health products and services ever gathered under one roof. 416-515-1330.

• Canadian Aboriginal Festival. Copps Coliseum, Hamilton. 519-751-0040.

• Canadian Marketing Awards Gala. Westin Harbour Castle. 416-391-2362.

 

Saturday, November 26, 2011

• Winter Woofstock 2011. Also Nov 27. Direct Energy Centre. Winter version of the largest festival for dogs in North America. 10:00am - 6:00pm. 416-410-9663.

• Chef's Challenge, The Ultimate Battle for a Cure. Mount Sinai Hospital Auxiliary.  Metro Toronto Convention Centre. 6:00pm. Participants must raise $2500 to join a team of their chosen celebrity chef. Lisa Colt. 416-586-8290.

• Calvacade of Lights. Nathan Philips Square. A spectacular 45 year Toronto tradition, Cavalcade of Lights marks the start of the holiday season with live musical performances, twinkling lights, ice skating, the lighting of Toronto's official Christmas tree and a fantastic fireworks display. Contact: 311.

Sunday, November 27, 2011

• Grey Cup. BC Place, Vancouver, BC.

Monday, November 28, 2011

• Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards Gala. Fairmont Royal York. Reception: 5:30pm - 6:30pm. Dinner and Awards Gala 6:30pm - 10:00pm with Master of Ceremonies, Diane Francis, Editor-at-Large for the Financial Post. Join the exciting tribute to Canada's most outstanding women entrepreneurs. 416-923-1688 or

1-800-354-3303.

Wednesday, November 30, 2011

• Salon du Livre - Toronto French Book Fair. Thru Dec 3. Toronto Reference Library.

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