Original Marines

Be Original. Dress Original. Shop Original Marines! With over 700 locations worldwide, new owner Giuliana DeCristofaro brings Italian fashion to Woodbridge with the only Original Marines clothing store in North America. Providing an incredibly fresh and stylish collection for children and toddlers, Original Marines will have your little ones in style, especially with its exclusive Warner Brothers line! 905.264.8344, Market Lane, www.originalmarines.com

Photo: One hundred per cent cotton Double Tee Zebra top comes in purple/pink or black/pink

Live Life Large: Pencer Brain Cancer Clinic Gala

The first annual Live Life Large: Pencer Brain Cancer Clinic Gala took place on  Nov. 6th, 2008, at the Venetian Banquet Centre in memory of Joe Di Palma. The gala was held to support brain tumor patients Read more

Distinctive Nest

Distinctive Nest Inc. offers personalized design consulting by Colleen Palmer and Nancy Durelle – each with skilled backgrounds in décor and styling, to bring out the best in your home or business. With a motto that no home is too big or too small, the company designs your private living areas and workspace, featuring the best lighting, layout, size and atmosphere. 905.669.1880, www.distinctivenest.ca

Photo: Distinctive Nest’s Holiday Wreath

Style At Home Show

Holiday shopping started early for 35,000 guests at the first annual Style At Home Show, which took place on October 17 – 19, 2008, at The Direct Energy Centre. Many guests gathered to see some of Canada’s finest retailers, experts in design, gardening and cooking. www.styleathomeshow.com Read more

Celebs Tame Their Mane Event In Support Of Teresa Group

Seven celebrity figures including Fefe Dobson, Canadian Idol finalist Rex Goudie and two-time winner of Canada’s Best Stand-Up Award Nikki Payne, raised awareness to support children and Read more

Safehaven’s 6th Annual Gala

Safehaven – a charity that offers residential and respite care to families who have children with multiple disabilities and complex medical needs – celebrated its 6th Annual Gala on Nov. 7, 2008, at Bellvue Manor. The Gala included great food, drinks and entertaining performances by Motown Boys and St. Kitts Music, as well as dance demonstrations by Wm. Pollock Dance Studio. The event raised over $80,000. www.safehaven.to

2nd Annual Nicky’s Dream For SickKids 2008 Gala

Over 900 guests attended the black and gold themed Nicky’s Dream Gala, which featured a live auction, fine food and wonderful entertainment at the Terrace Banquet Hall on November 21st, 2008. Over $255,000 was raised to support children’s health and raise awareness for the Hospital for Sick Children. The event was held in memory of Nickolis Galliano De Luca Jr., who passed away shortly after becoming involved with the SickKids Foundation. www.sickkidsfoundation.com

The Sofina & Amici Golf Classic

Sofina Foods Inc. held its inaugural charity golf tournament on August 13th, 2008, at the Eagles Nest Golf Club. Over $210,000 was raised in donations from colleagues, family and friends Read more

Humber College’s Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Cooking Competition

Sponsored by The Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners, olive oil companies from the region of Calabria, Italy, and Humber College’s Rudolf Fischbacher, this event was a sumptuous experience. Executive chefs from some of Toronto’s top restaurants, along with chef Fischbacher, partook in a Read more

Partylicious – Supporting Families for Children

Over 500 people attended the Jump Café & Bar on August 16th, 2008, raising over $25,000 for Families for Children. The funds will be put towards homes that care for destitute women and children of India and Bangladesh. The event included various entertainment, sponsorship giveaways and culinary creations Read more

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