#HORSERACING: WOODBINE CARES HORSEPOWER FUND LAUNCH

Woodbine Entertainment is proud to announce the launch of the Woodbine Cares Horsepower Fund, a new grant program designed to support charities and not-for-profit organizations that champion horse welfare and strengthen the bond between horses and people. Through the Horsepower Fund, local registered charities and not-for-profits across Ontario can apply for micro-grants of up to $5,000. These grants are intended to fuel initiatives that help people connect with horses through education, ... Read more

#SPOTTED: HANK AZARIA, BILLY TALENT, DALLAS GREEN, AND MORE AT “LIVE LOUD LIVE” FOR MATTHEW PERRY HOUSE

Matthew Perry might no longer be here, but his memory lives on forever. Live Loud LIVE: Raising the Volume on Mental Health and Addiction took place last night at Koerner Hall in Toronto, in partnership with Make Music Matter, raising awareness and funds for Matthew Perry House. Hosted by Tom Power and Tara Slone, the show featured performances by the likes of Serena Ryder, City and Colour, Billy Talent, Royal Wood, Amy Millan (Stars), members of Sum 41, Broken Social Scene, Skydiggers, ... Read more

#FOOD: ARIANNA PRESENTS HALLOWEEN GRAND MASQUERADE BALL WITH PROCEEDS TO ERNESTINE’S WOMEN’S SHELTER — EVENT POSTPONED

NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. NEW DATE TBD. Arianna, at Harbour Sixty, announced today that they will be hosting an inaugural Halloween Grand Masquerade Ball THIS FRIDAY, October 31, 2025, at 60 Harbour St. Guests can expect an over-the-top soiree that will define epic festivities in the city. Think Bridgerton meets Phantom of the Opera with masquerade masks, regal attire, food fit for royalty, dancing until the early hours of the morning and mystical surprises waiting to be ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: THE MAYOR’S EVENING FOR THE ARTS AND THE (IN) BLOOM GALA

Toronto Arts Foundation is thrilled to announce the return of its signature fundraising celebration, the 2025 Mayor’s Evening for the Arts and The (In) Bloom Gala, taking place Wednesday, November 19 at The Carlu (444 Yonge Street, Toronto). Together, these back-to-back events form Toronto’s biggest night for the arts, bringing artists, civic leaders, and cultural supporters to champion creativity and connection. Each year, the evening raises more than $1 million to support Toronto Arts ... Read more

#FUNDRAISING: SECOND CITY ANNOUNCE PRIDE MONTH 2025 FUNDRAISER

Get ready to laugh your rainbow socks off with Fiercely Funny! Celebrate Pride Month at the legendary Second City and support Rainbow Railroad with this uproarious comedy variety show. Featuring sketch comedy, stand-up and drag served up by a fabulous lineup of 2SLGBTQIA+ comedians and performers, this show promises an evening of side-splitting entertainment that's equal parts fierce and funny! With performances from: Ben Sosa Wright, Anders Yates, Monica Garrido Huerta, Ajahnis Charley, ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: CANADIAN FILM CENTRE ANNOUNCE 2025 CFC GALA: GROWING FUTURE

The Canadian Film Centre (CFC) is pleased to announce that industry leaders Neishaw Ali, CEO and Executive Producer of SPIN VFX and CFC Board Chair, and board member Magali Simard, Cinespace Studios’ Director of Industry & Community Relations will serve as co-chairs for the 2025 CFC Gala: Growing Future, taking place on Thursday, June 12 at 6:00 p.m. at the Four Seasons Hotel Toronto. As long-time champions of the CFC and the Canadian screen sector, they will elevate this year’s gala ... Read more

#FUNDRAISING: CASEY HOUSE’S DAVID’S DISCO TORONTO

Casey House’s David’s Disco is a fundraising event in Toronto dedicated to providing compassionate, stigma-free care for individuals living with and at risk of HIV. The fundraising event will occur tonight, March 28, 2025, at The Concert Hall in Toronto, with George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg, the founders behind Toronto-based global creative design studio Yabu Pushelberg, Sir Elton John, and David Furnish serving as honorary co-chairs. Leading up to the event, Casey House has launched ... Read more

#FUNDRAISING: FIRED-UP GALA 2025

This year, the Fired-Up Gala is taking place at The Ritz Carlton on February 21, 2025, with the festivities beginning at 6:00 pm. This highly anticipated black-tie event promises a night of elegance, entertainment, and fundraising for an incredible cause. Following the success of last year’s gala, this year’s goal is to raise $100,000 to support life-changing care at SickKids. Following dinner, the afterparty will begin at 10:00 pm, where attendees can enjoy late-night bites, a ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: IMAGINE CINEMAS PRESEND “CANS FILM FESTIVAL”

Imagine Cinemas is delighted to announce the return of its beloved holiday initiative, the Cans Film Festival, running from December 6 to December 31, 2024. This annual event combines the magic of movies with the power of giving back, inviting moviegoers to support their communities while enjoying an exceptional cinematic experience. The Cans Film Festival: Donate, Save, and Sit Way Back and Enjoy the Show! This holiday season, Imagine Cinemas encourages patrons to make a difference by ... Read more

#FIRSTLOOK: MOTIONBALL RETURNS FEBRUARY 7, 2025 IN TORONTO

Today, the national nonprofit motionball for Special Olympics announced that its always sold-out 24th annual gala will return to Toronto’s Liberty Grand on Friday, February 7, 2025. Limited tickets are available now for $135. The remarkable evening will welcome professional athletes, media personalities, and celebrity Special Olympics athletes, alongside 2,100 guests, for an unforgettable night of increasing awareness, raising funds, and celebrating in support of the Special Olympics ... Read more