After making a splash in the notoriously-tough New York City market, MAMAN now is set to bring to Toronto’s Financial District a taste of home.  The collaboration between Michelin-star Chef Armand Arnal,  Entrepreneur/former Lawyer Benjamin Sormonte and Baker/Event Planner Elisa Marshall, has drawn raves already from The New York Times and Time Out New York in the nine months it has resided in Soho.

A marquee item at the French-inspired Eatery is their chocolate chunk cookie, but a quick perusal of their offerings including a decadent strawberry tart, a wide array of Quiche, soups, salads, Madeleines, Financiers, Sandwiches and more – suggests a repeat visit is warranted.  A sip of their Cranberry-Thyme Pink Lemonade was light, blissful refreshment on an unforgivingly-hot day. Certainly do not forget their Coffee!

The space, located on the top floor of First Canadian Place with outdoor patio Seating – a rustic French Getaway amidst the bustling traffic of the area.  Attention must be paid to  details, including painted concrete flooring, and re-purposed giant whisk lamps dangling from the ceiling.

One of the Muses behind Maman was present opening day. Joelle Sormonte, mother of Benjamin, spent much of her time in the kitchen ensuring everything was up to standard.  Its debut also was celebrated charitably with customers having the option to pay what they could and proceeds going to Pathways to Education Canada.

Maman opens Monday to Friday only.  Click here for more details.

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

Always a pleasure!  We spotted the lovely Katherine McNamara making her way back to the City after an extended July 4th weekend break in Los Angeles!  The Actress, cast in the lead role of Clary Fray in upcoming The Mortal Instruments TV Series, Shadowhunters, continues filming in Toronto through October. The Series will air on ABC Family.

McNamara, sporting her red locks for the role and overalls, was nice enough to stop for Fans, signing one Autograph each and posing for a couple Selfies!  She did indicate that the Series is asking her to be a bit more judicious in signing Autographs, hence imposing a limit for Autograph Seekers.

Definitely a name to keep a tab on.  She next can be seen in The Maze Runner:  The Scorch Trials.

See our Snap:

So nice seeing #KatherineMcNamara again! Rising star filming #TheMortalInstruments Series here in #Toronto. #KatMcNamara #ClaryFray

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 6, 2015 at 2:51pm PDT

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

Fascinators!  Fashion!  Fast Horses! Fabulaaaas! Woodbine Racetrack was the place to be yesterday for the 156th running of North America’s most historic Horse Race, the Queen’s Plate. If there were any doubt of a sharp resurgence in the popularity of the Sport, record betting handles were reported yesterday with a total $11.06 million bet, smashing 2009’s $9.7 million record. Attribute it to new icon AMERICAN PHAROAH and his U.S. Triple Crown feat, or a smart advertising strategy – either way, Horse Racing is back.

SHAMAN GHOST would go-on to win the $1-million race restricted to three-year-old horses born in Canada, with a total twelve males and one female entrant.  The handsome Frank Stronach-owned colt by the stallion Ghostzapper (also owned by Stronach) would sweep on by the competition late to win by 1 1/4 lengths under U.S. jockey Rafael Hernandez, paying $8.60 to a $2 bet.  Race Favourite DANISH DYNAMFORMER almost looked like he was going to win the race under Patrick Husbands – who won the race with LEXIE LOU last year – but simply was outfinished. CONQUEST BOOGALOO who was thought widely to be a second-tier colt from the barn of champion trainer Mark Casse, rose to the occasion to finish third after a horrific start to the race which saw him shut-out.  His two more high profile stablemates DANZIG MOON and CONQUEST CURLINATE were thought to be top contenders before suffering unfortunate fates, the former being euthanized tragically and the latter being retired after a brief but promising career.

Earlier on the 13-race Card, we saw promising two-year-old BELIVEAU win under Patrick Husbands for trainer Mark Casse and owners Windways Farm & Partners in the $150k Clarendon Stakes.  Champion mare STRUT THE COURSE did exactly as her name suggests before a packed grandstand in the $200k Grade II Dance Smartly Stakes, under Luis Contreras for Owner John Unger and trainer Barb Minshall.  The speedy GO BLUE OR GO HOME would win the $200k Highlander Stakes a second time (he won it in 2013) for Owners Jim & Susan Hill and trainer Reade Baker, with now-Woodbine-based jockey Alan Garcia.  ALDOUS SNOW, named after Russell Brand‘s memorable character in Get Him to the Greek, would defend his title successfully  in the $150k Singspiel Stakes for iconic Canadian outfit Sam-Son Farm, trainer Malcolm Pierce and jockey Eurico Rosa Da Silva.

From a fashion standpoint, we definitely saw men and women bringing their Fashion A-Game to the table, thanks to the high-profile presence of CTV‘s The Social, which had a tent set-up by the Hats & Horseshoes Party by Woodbine‘s scenic Walking Ring. Ladies put thought into their looks with a rainbow of Fascinators, while men are embracing tailoring and more form-fitting cuts. Hosts Cynthia Loyst, Lainey Lui, Traci Melchor and Melissa Grelo heightened the fun and prestige as several high-profile entertainment industry-types were seen taking-in the atmosphere.  Rethink Breast Cancer also had a great presence with a tent set-up, hosting several influencial fashion-types, with ticket proceeds going towards research and awareness.

See the Race:

Enough typing, let’s do some gawking!

With the stunning Bri Mott of Fashion at the Races:

Love everything my bae Bri Mott is doing for the game and making it speak to young women. So nice seeing you @fashionattheraces!! #HorseRacing #QP15 #QueensPlate

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:38pm PDT

My female equivalents:

They are basically the female equivalents of me. So cute! Asian Girls love their Technology. #QueensPlate #QP15 #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:36pm PDT

Anita Clarke, Fashion Blogger for I Want I Got and Influencer – in my opinion, best-dressed!

Best-dressed. I love seeing girls looking smart and comfortable, not wobbly and squirmy in their heels. (cc: @geekigirl) #QP15 #HorseRacing #QueensPlate

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:31pm PDT

Metallic Man:

This. Taking my inspiration from him and incorporating some #metallic into my life. #QP15 #QueensPlate A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:15pm PDT

David Dunkley, official Queen’s Plate Milliner at The Social Tent:

With #DavidDunkley (@DavidDunkleyHat), the King of Fascinators and Hats in the @TheSocialCTV Tent at the #HatsandHorseshoesParty! #QueensPlate #QP15 #HorseRacing

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:14pm PDT

This ain’t the Run for the Roses, but…

This ain’t the Run for the Roses, but I am loving everything about this. #QueensPlate #QP15 A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:20pm PDT

Michael Balaz of Sam-Son Farms and his Guest, Christina:

I love bold #QueensPlate fashion. On the right, @mikebalaz1 of Sam-Son Farm – the next generation of #HorseRacing. #QP15

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:06pm PDT

The Family of jockey Luis Contreras:

I love the Contreras Family. Always looking on-point. Life goals. #HorseRacing #LuisContreras #Jockey #QP15 #QueensPlate A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:17pm PDT

Conquest Stables’ Ernie Semersky, Dory Newell & Family… love these guys!

I adore these guys. The @ConquestStables Crew always make me feel like one of the Family! #QP15 #QueensPlate #HorseRacing

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:19pm PDT

How amazing is it that the Team Casse boys co-ordinated their outfits for Conquest Stables?

Love that the guys at Team #MarkCasse coordinated their clothes to match @conqueststables. Proud of #ConquestBoogaloo’s third-place finish after a troubled start. #QP15 #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:08pm PDT

Woodbine‘s Stacey Boyd and the official Queen’s Plate Cocktail, the Blue Diamond:

My girl Stacey Boyd of @woodbineracing, with the #BlueDiamond, at the #HatsandHorseshoesParty. #QueensPlate #QP15 #Cocktail #HorseRacing

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:34pm PDT

Was two Blue Diamonds excessive?! No???

Are two #BlueDiamonds at once too many? Savouring the signature #QueensPlate Cocktail at the #HatsandHorseshoesParty. #QP15 #Cocktail #HorseRacing #DoubleFisting A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:25pm PDT

My darling Dawn Lupul, who did a bang-up job pickin’ the Winners and interviewing!

My darling @dawnlupul, who not only is a brilliant Handicapper, but did a fantastic job interviewing all stakes winners today at @woodbineracing. #DavidDunkley (@DavidDunkleyHat) custom-made her Fascinator. #QueensPlate #QP15 #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:15pm PDT

Jockeys Alan Garcia (left) and Jesse Campbell (right) getting briefed by Trainer Reade Baker:

Trainer #ReadeBaker giving #AlanGarcia + #JesseCampbell a peptalk before winning the Highlander Stakes with #GoBlueorGoHome. Love the fluorescent silks of Jim & Susan Hill. #HorseRacing #QP15 #QueensPlate

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:18pm PDT

Showing the lone Queen’s Plate filly ACADEMIC some support.

With Woodbine Oaks Winner, #Academic. I always root for the filly. Thanks @reddogcw for this pic. #QueensPlate #QP15 #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:32pm PDT

Emma-Jayne Wilson snapping a photo with EASY INDYGO‘s connections before the Queen’s Plate:

I love #EmmaJayneWilson (@EJWILSON81). She is the perfect Spokesperson for #HorseRacing. Here she was getting ready with #EasyIndygo’s connections before the #QueensPlate. #QP15

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:26pm PDT

Beautiful Champion STRUT THE COURSE victorious in the Dance Smartly Stakes!

Loved seeing champion #StruttheStage in the Winner’s Circle in the Dance Smartly Stakes. Girl ran her heart out and is a model of consistency. Love the colours on John Unger’s silks. #QP15 #QueensPlate #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:09pm PDT

Promising two-year-old BELIVEAU under reigning Champion Patrick Husbands after winning the Clarendon Stakes:

Love seeing the super-fast #Beliveau in the Winner’s Circle after the Clarendon Stakes with #PatrickHusbands who rode like the champ he is today! Pink is his lucky colour for sure. He rode last year’s #QueensPlate winner #LexieLou (who will make her comeback this fall!) in pink silks. #QP15 #HorseRacing

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:04pm PDT

ALDOUS SNOW under jockey Eurico Rosa Da Silva winning the Singspiel Stakes:

#AldousSnow, who was named after #RussellBrand’s character in #GetHimToTheGreek, victorious in the Singspiel Stakes. We always joke at the barn how his father must be a black man because he has such a full, rich head of hair! #QP15 #QueensPlate #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:24pm PDT

Loved seeing my girl and top Film Publicist Charlene Coy (right) & Friends at The Social Tent:

The #QueensPlate is one of those rare instances where my Film and #HorseRacing lives collide. So happy to see my girl Charlene (@charcoy1 on the right), Publicist Extraordinaire, at her first Woodbine visit in the @TheSocialCTV Tent. #QP15 #HorseRacing

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:22pm PDT

New Woodbine CEO Jim Lawson, who guided the Track to record numbers yesterday + Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell:

Still reminiscing yesterday’s #QueensPlate! Seen here, new @woodbineracing CEO Jim Lawson, who guided the Track to record numbers yesterday, and Lieutenant Governor Elizabeth Dowdeswell. #QP15 #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 6, 2015 at 4:13pm PDT

Top Mark Casse Exercise Rider and former jockey, Corey Fraser + me:

It literally took us three years to take this #Selfie! Like I don’t believe I met his wife Christy before him! Nice finally meeting top exercise rider and retired #jockey @coreyfraser finally! #QueensPlate #QP15 #HorseRacing

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:28pm PDT

Woodbine‘s John Siscos + Steve Lym sharing a laugh:

People think #HorseRacing is a serious sport, but legit there are a lot of laughs too! Seen here, John Siscos + Steve Lym of @woodbineracing. #QP15 #HorseRacing #QueensPlate

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:11pm PDT

Camera Crews gotta get that shot on-fleek!

Gotta get that shot. #QueensPlate #QP15 #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:34pm PDT

The glamorous ladies of Chiefswood Stable:

 

Fascinators on-fleek! These ladies were with Team Chiefswood, who had #Portree in the #QueensPlate. #QP15

 

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:10pm PDT

Queen’s Plate-winning jockey Rafael Hernandez:

 

Your handsome #QueensPlate winning #jockey, #RafaelHernandez. #QP15 #HorseRacing

 

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:05pm PDT

Queen’s Plate-winning trainer Brian Lynch:

Introducing #QueensPlate winning Trainer of #ShamanGhost, the Aussie #BrianLynch. #QP15 #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 4:12pm PDT

SHAMAN GHOST winning the 156th Queen’s Plate under a fist-pumping Rafael Hernandez:

 

#RafaelHernandez brining #ShamanGhost home in the #QueensPlate. #HorseRacing #QP15

 

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:39pm PDT

Frank Stronach leading SHAMAN GHOST into the Winner’s Circle:

So happy for the good people at #FrankStronach’s Stable on their #QueensPlate victory with #ShamanGhost. #QP15 #HorseRacing A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:41pm PDT

Expensive Confetti:

 

Privileged to get the best seats in the house at @woodbineracing. Don’t believe another #QueensPlate has come and gone so quickly. Seen here is #FrankStronach leading #ShamanGhost into the Winner’s Circle as #RafaelHernandez throws them flower petals into the air, from the Winner’s blanket. I love this Sport so much and it always will be a part of me. #QP15 #QueensPlate #HorseRacing

 

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:45pm PDT

Riding into the Sunset:

 

Until next year… #ShamanGhost #QueensPlate #QP15 #HorseRacing

 

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:47pm PDT

A special thanks to Acura Canada for letting me try their amazing TLX and Tytan Ties for custom-designing my Bowtie!

My #QueensPlate Look. Suit: Calvin Klein, Sunglasses: H&M, Hat: H&M, Shoes: Prada, Pin: @woodbineracing, Tie: @tytan_ties. Ride: Thank you @AcuraCanada for allowing me to try the elegant and sporty #TLX. Will let you guys in on it this week! #Acura #QP15 A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 5, 2015 at 5:59pm PDT

Mr. Will + Shaman Ghost:

 

#ShamanGhost just made the #QueensPlate a whole lot more interesting with an upset in today’s Marine Stakes at @woodbineracing. #QP15 #Woodbine #Horse #HorseRacing #Racetrack #GetintheGame #FrankStronach #AdenaSprings #RafaelHernandez

 

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on May 16, 2015 at 3:39pm PDT

Mr. Will + Danish Dynaformer:

With the official favourite for tomorrow’s #QueensPlate, #DanishDynaformer… and his teddy bear! #QP15 A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 4, 2015 at 11:36am PDT

Mr. Will + Conquest Boogaloo:

 

With #ConquestBoogaloo, not to be overlooked in tomorrow’s #QueensPlate. #QP15

 

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 4, 2015 at 11:31am PDT

Mr. Will + Conquest Curlinate:

With #ConquestCurlinate, who is recovering nicely from his sesamoid injury. Had a great appetite today. #QP15 #QueensPlate A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 4, 2015 at 11:33am PDT

Did you know that all it takes is a quick Selfie at Woodbine Racetrack at any point in their 2015 season to win $1k?  Simply use the Hashtag #OFFTOTHERACES on Social Media to qualify!

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

This post was created in partnership with Woodbine Racetrack.

In its third week out, INSIDE OUT climbs its way to the summit for Disney/Pixar earning $30 million over July 4th weekend from 4,158 theatres.  For consecutive weeks since its release, it has played Bridesmaid to a certain Dinosaur-themed Blockbuster. In its domestic run thus far, it has grossed $246 million.

JURASSIC WORLD after three weeks on-top slips to second spot for Universal Pictures, earning $28.9 million. In four weeks alone it has surpassed $556 million in earnings.

TERMINATOR: GENISYS opens in third spot for Paramount Pictures with $27.3 million from 3,758 theatres. Since Wednesday when it opened, the Franchise’s fifth installment has earned $42.8 million. Critics weren’t impressed giving it a 27% on the Tomatometer, while Audiences were more forgiving with a B+ CinemaScore.

MAGIC MIKE XXL opens in fourth spot with $15.2 million from 3,355 theatres for Warner Bros., after opening on Wednesday. Audiences gave it an A- CinemaScore, while Critics were on-board with a 63% rating on the Tomatometer.

TED 2 slips to fifth spot with $11.2 million in its second week out for Universal Pictures, just surpassing the $50  million mark.

ME & EARL & THE DYING GIRL continues to get strong word of mouth earning $1.3 million from 870 theatres for Fox Searchlight – good enough for ninth.

DOPE also continues to get lots of buzz through word of mouth also, rounding-out the Top Ten with $1 million from 863 theatres for Sony Pictures.

The timeless beauty that is Jane Fonda has graced our City once again after multiple visits to Toronto in recent years.  The two-time Oscar Winner is in town for Sunday’s March for Jobs, Justice and the Climate.  The walk beginning at Queen’s Park, which will see names like David Suzuki and Joel Plaskett supporting the cause as 100 groups representing hundreds of thousands of Canadians joining together as a Coalition. Fonda and Plaskett were inspired to join the cause after reading Naomi Klein‘s book, This Changes Everything.

By total coincidence we spotted Fonda with her grandson Malcolm and the two appear to be spending quality time together in the City, including a quiet, security-escorted Ramen Stop in the evening. This actually is our second time meeting the notoriously-private Screen Legend known for Classics like Barbarella, On Golden Pond, 9 to 5 , Coming Home, Klute and more recently the Netflix Hit Series Grace & Frankie – and she is just as kind and personable as we remembered her.  She looks phenomenal, doesn’t she?

Fonda was last in Toronto last Fall for TIFF ’14, supporting This is Where I Leave You, in which she stars alongside Tina Fey.

See our Snap:

Oh hey, #JaneFonda! Two-time #Oscar-winning Screen Icon in #Toronto for #MarchforJobsJusticeandtheClimate Sunday. #GraceandFrankie #NikonD3300

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jul 3, 2015 at 5:57pm PDT

(Photo/video credit: Netflix)

eOne Films + Mr. Will are gonna turn-up the heat this Summer with a chance to see eagerly-awaited SOUTHPAW, starring both Jake Gyllenhaal + Rachel McAdams!

Screenings take place Monday, July 20, 2015 in Toronto, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Halifax, Victoria.

As an exclusive for Toronto Readers, there will be a Red Carpet Screening held on Thursday, July 9, 2015 with Rachel McAdams and Jake Gyllenhaal in-attendance. A Fan Pit also will be set-up for you to see for those who come early enough!

Official Synopsis:

From acclaimed director Antoine Fuqua (TRAINING DAY) and starring Academy Award® nominated Jake Gyllenhaal (NIGHTCRAWLER, BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN) comes a story of tragedy, loss and the painful road to redemption… Billy “The Great” Hope (Gyllenhaal) is the reigning Junior Middleweight Champion whose unorthodox stance, the so-called “Southpaw,” consists of an ineloquent, though brutal, display of offensive fighting…one fueled by his own feelings of inadequacy and a desperate need for love, money and fame. With a beautiful family, home and financial security, Billy is on top both in and out of the ring until a tragic accident leaves his wife dead and sends him into a downward spiral. His days now an endless haze of alcohol and prescription drugs, his daughter taken by Child Services and his home repossessed by the bank, Billy’s fate is all but sealed until a washed up former boxer named Tick agrees to take the bereaved pugilist under his wing so long as he agrees to his strict ethos. Relentless and utterly committed to a fighter that thinks as much as he throws punches, Tick rebuilds Billy into a new man: one that is agile, fearsome and uncompromising in the ring while thoughtful, loving and disciplined outside of it. Now, as he works to regain custody of his daughter and mounts a professional comeback, Billy must face his demons head-on as he learns that, sometimes, your greatest opponent can be yourself.

See the Trailer:

Official Artwork:

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http://www.mrwillwong.com/southpaw @MRWILLW wants us to #win Passes to see #SOUTHPAW. In theatres 7/24!

Mr. Will, Antoine Fuqua, Rachel McAdams + Jake Gyllenhaal:

G’luck, Willionaire$!

eOne Films release SOUTHPAW on Friday, July 24, 2015.

(Photo/video credit: eOne Films)

The big day is near and we couldn’t be more thrilled!  Sunday marks the 100% sold-out 156th running of the Queen’s Plate at Woodbine Racetrack.  If you couldn’t get your tickets in advance, you can still join the fun at the Hats & Horseshoes Party near the Walking Ring or stand and watch the action!  Bring your best hat or fascinator!

The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell is the 29th Lieutenant Governor and she will be in attendance for the grand affair as 14 three-year-old horses compete for the $1-million purse.  The Queen’s Plate is the most historic horse race in North America.

Without further a do, here is our official Queen’s Plate Field:

DANISH DYNAFORMER leads the pack as the Race Favourite after a smashing Plate Trial win for Hall of Fame Trainer Roger Attfield, at 3-1 odds and owner Charles E. Fipke. Marine Stakes winner SHAMAN GHOST is listed as second choice at 7-2 odds for owner Stronach Stables and Trainer Brian Lynch. Third in the morning line is Woodbine Oaks winner ACADEMIC at 5-1 for Bear Stables and Trainer Reade Baker. She is the lone filly in the Field. Winterbook Favourite AMI’S FLATTER who ran an impressive third this winter in the Florida Derby down south, is listed as fourth choice at 6-1.

Some unfortunate news broke today as probable Favourite CONQUEST CURLINATE suffered a career-ending injury training. Owner Ernie Semersky was devastated and poignant in his discontent, telling me that the situation he felt was completely avoidable as another horse training had veered into him. He plans to proceed further with the matter. The Illinois Businessman who is a strong proponent of animal welfare, shipping-in some expensive stock to Woodbine for us to enjoy, feels strongly that Queen’s Plate Contenders should have their own allocated timeslot, seeing the magnitude of the Race.

For more on his Statement, visit Conquest Stables‘ official Facebook Page.

Who’s your Queen’s Plate Pick?

For more on the Queen’s Plate and how to get there Sunday, click here.

Also, don’t forget to use the #QP15 Hashtag and do a Selfie at Woodbine with the Hashtag #OfftotheRaces for a chance to win $1k!  Details.

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

This post was created in partnership with Woodbine Racetrack.

Warner Bros. Pictures Canada + Mr. Will want to give Readers across Canada a chance to win a THE GALLOWS Prize Pack! Each Prize Pack consists of the following: T-Shirt, Mirror, Key Light, Hat, Screen Wipe and a Run of Engagement Pass!

Official Synopsis:

Twenty years after an accident caused the death of the lead actor during a high school play, students at the same small town school resurrect the failed stage production in a misguided attempt to honor the anniversary of the tragedy—but ultimately find out that some things are better left alone.

The film stars Reese Mishler (the web series “Youthful Daze”), Pfeifer Brown (upcoming “My Many Sons”), Ryan Shoos (“As Night Comes”) and Cassidy Gifford (“God’s Not Dead”), under the direction of Chris Lofing and Travis Cluff, who also wrote the screenplay.

See the horrific Trailer:

Artwork:

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http://www.mrwillwong.com/thegallows @MRWILLW wants us to #win a #THEGALLOWS Prize Pack. Out 7/10!

Warner Bros. Pictures Canada release THE GALLOWS on Friday, July 10, 2015.

(Photo/video credit: Warner Bros. Pictures Canada)

She practically is on every billboard  and bus shelter right now, but surprisingly she just now is leaving an imprint on the mainstream conscience with her distinctive visage, including her trademark thick eyebrows.  By this time next year, every one will know Cara Delevingne.  She’s got eagerly-awaited PAPER TOWNS out later this month in which she stars alongside Nat Wolff.

The jet-set Supermodel who gradually is making her foray into Film, has been in and out of Toronto the past couple months filming DC Comics‘ surefire Smash SUICIDE SQUAD under the eye of David Ayer.  Surprisingly though, she has remained under-the-radar, spotted out rarely other than some Photos of her as Enchantress on the set of the Film.

We’ve met the Supermodel multiple times including visits prior to New York for the Met Ball and she’s super-kind.  Perhaps it’s the fatigue catching up with her, but the Star after partying hard at the Glastonbury Festival this weekend and appearing at Pal Taylor Swift’s 1989 Tour, looking a vision of exhaustion flying back to continue work on Suicide Squad.

Noticing Paparazzi upon arrival, she put-on her sunglasses, covered her face, apologizing sincerely for not stopping for Photos with Fans and then proceeded to flip Photographers the middle finger.  This is unlike the Delevingne we know, but we get it.  Perpetual daily hounding can turn someone this way.  We love Cara and hope she is taking care of herself. Regardless, we’re still happy to have shared a moment with this hard-working young lady and know she does truly love her Fans regardless how she feels about having her Photo taken.

See our Snap:

Quality time with #CaraDelevingne. #SuicideSquad #Toronto #Enchantress (Photo credit: S. Fernandez/Splash News)

A photo posted by Will Wong (@mrwillwong) on Jun 30, 2015 at 5:40am PDT

(Photo credit: S. Fernandez/Splash News/20th Century Fox)

Easily one of my most-wanted Films of TIFF ’15, a new Teaser for SNOWDEN premiered earlier today! 90 seconds long, the Oliver Stone Film certainly isn’t short on intensity.

The script is based on the books The Snowden Files: The Inside Story of the World’s Most Wanted Man by Luke Harding and Time of the Octopus by Anatoly Kucherena; Joseph Gordon-Levitt stars.

See the Teaser:

Elevation Pictures release SNOWDEN on Christmas Day.

(Photo/video credit: Open Road Films)