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National Indigenous youth program Outside Looking In partners with Sun Life to build pathways to careers in tech

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Outside Looking In (OLI), a national Indigenous youth charity is helping to change that through a partnership with Sun Life centered on increasing exposure among Indigenous youth to digital literacy and in-demand career avenues in technology.

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  • Outside Looking In (OLI), a national Indigenous youth charity is helping to change that through a partnership with Sun Life centered on increasing exposure among Indigenous youth to digital literacy and in-demand career avenues in technology.
  • Sun Life invited Microsoft to be part of the Discovery Week experience, and expand the Alumni's exposure to a wide variety of technology careers.
  • "I don't often see people like myself represented in spaces and it can feel like Indigenous people aren't welcome.
  • Sun Life Discovery Week is part of the Tech for Life stream of OLI's Alumni Career Development Program.

MaRS teams up with Elevate to showcase innovators in sustainability and AI at the 2023 Festival

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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In 2023, Elevate Festival continues to bring top tech leaders and luminaries to its stages, inspiring an audience of 10,000+ entrepreneurs, investors, startups, media, policy makers and innovators.

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  • In 2023, Elevate Festival continues to bring top tech leaders and luminaries to its stages, inspiring an audience of 10,000+ entrepreneurs, investors, startups, media, policy makers and innovators.
  • "We're thrilled to be working with MaRS to shine a spotlight on Canadian innovators who are tackling some of today's biggest challenges," says Lisa Zarzeczny, Co-Founder and CEO of Elevate.
  • "MaRS is doing incredible work to create opportunities for Canadian startups and scaleups, and we're proud to be working alongside them."
  • Elevate Festival will tackle 11 content tracks this year including AI, future societies, cybersecurity, as well as the latest trends in gaming, fintech, and the future of work.

Winners announced at The Comedic & Dramatic Arts Awards during Canadian Screen Week 2023

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Saturday, April 15, 2023
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The Comedic and Dramatic Arts Awards, which recognized the best of television performance and craft categories, took place earlier this evening and saw CBC's The Porter winning a record 12 Canadian Screen Awards, leading television honours overall.

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  • The Comedic and Dramatic Arts Awards, which recognized the best of television performance and craft categories, took place earlier this evening and saw CBC's The Porter winning a record 12 Canadian Screen Awards, leading television honours overall.
  • Wins include: Best Drama Series; Best Direction, Drama Series, presented by Playback; Best Writing, Drama Series; and Best Guest Performance, Drama Series for Alfre Woodward.
  • In comedy, the sophomore season of CBC's Sort Of took home seven Canadian Screen Awards.
  • "I want to extend both a heartfelt thank you to the incredible team who helped make these celebrations possible, and  mighty congratulations to all of the immensely talented 2023 Canadian Screen Awards winners."

Second Harvest Launches the Rescue Party, Sam Roberts to Headline With Live Performance

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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For every dollar donated, Second Harvest can provide enough nutritious surplus edible food for more than two meals to non-profits across the country.

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  • For every dollar donated, Second Harvest can provide enough nutritious surplus edible food for more than two meals to non-profits across the country.
  • Unlimited food and drink from the best of Toronto's food scene, a live performance by Sam Roberts, and a few surprises we haven't yet announced - This is a party you don't want to miss!," Lori Nikkel, CEO of Second Harvest said.
  • “It’s an honour to be hosting this year's event in support of Second Harvest,” Kardinal Offishall said.
  • ( TO Live - Event Details Page - Second Harvest Rescue Party 2023 ).

Bell Media Congratulates TV and Film Production Partners on 183 Nominations for the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Bell Media congratulates its production partners, internal team members, talent, and all those involved in the creation of productions nominated for the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Bell Media congratulates its production partners, internal team members, talent, and all those involved in the creation of productions nominated for the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards.
  • Announced earlier today , Bell Media garnered 183 total nominations, comprising 114 television and digital nominations and 69 nominations for Bell Media-supported films.
  • Bell Media is the proud Platinum Partner of the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards, and title sponsor of the Sports Programming and Lifestyle & Reality Awards.
  • The Canadian Screen Awards take place during Canadian Screen Week (April 11-14) at Meridian Hall in Toronto.

Nominees Announced for the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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The 2023 Canadian Screen Awards will be presented in a series of seven intimate genre-based awards presentations, with esteemed members of the Canadian screen-based industry who brought us the best work from the last year, gathering in person at Meridian Hall in Toronto from Tuesday, April 11, 2023 through to Friday, April 14, 2023, all culminating with The Canadian Screen Awards with Samantha Bee, broadcasting on Sunday, April 16 at 8 PM (9 AT, 9:30 NT) on CBC and CBC Gem.

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  • The 2023 Canadian Screen Awards will be presented in a series of seven intimate genre-based awards presentations, with esteemed members of the Canadian screen-based industry who brought us the best work from the last year, gathering in person at Meridian Hall in Toronto from Tuesday, April 11, 2023 through to Friday, April 14, 2023, all culminating with The Canadian Screen Awards with Samantha Bee, broadcasting on Sunday, April 16 at 8 PM (9 AT, 9:30 NT) on CBC and CBC Gem.
  • An intimate look at Canadian storytelling excellence on screen, The Canadian Screen Awards with Samantha Bee is an hour-long, star-studded broadcast special featuring celebrity interviews, highlights from the awards presentations throughout Canadian Screen Week 2023, and the presentation of the Cogeco Fund Audience Choice Award.
  • For the full list of 2023 Canadian Screen Award nominees, please visit academy.ca/nominees ; view the full schedule for Canadian Screen Week 2023 at academy.ca/schedule .
  • Media accreditation for the 2023 Canadian Screen Awards opens on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

With 70% of Toronto Residents Concerned They Will Get Sick at Work, BreatheEasyTO Measures the Indoor Air Safety of 100+ Public Spaces

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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However, only 60% noted that their workplace has communicated air safety protocols and best practices to keep staff safe.

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  • However, only 60% noted that their workplace has communicated air safety protocols and best practices to keep staff safe.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    As the temperature drops and people spend even more time indoors, building managers, occupants, and visitors have limited information about the safety of the indoor air in public spaces.
  • Over six weeks, BreatheEasyTO tested over 9 million cubic feet of indoor space across 119 locations in the 50 busiest blocks of downtown Toronto.
  • Commercial property owners, businesses, and not-for-profit organizations can now schedule their own free Rapid Air Safety Test at www.breathe.city/to-participate .

Jim Jefferies Announces Two New Shows at Meridian Hall for His Next Special

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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Tickets available Aug. 12, 2022

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  • Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 11, 2022) - Jim Jefferies (Legit, FX; The Jim Jefferies Show, Comedy Central) announced two new Toronto shows to his ongoing tour.
  • The Moist Tour now features sets at Meridian Hall on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022, at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets available to the general public beginning Friday, Aug. 12, 2022 at 10am (local time).
  • Jim was honored as Stand-Up Comedian of the Year at the Just for Laughs Festival in summer 2019.
  • NEW SHOWS - JIM JEFFERIES: THE MOIST TOUR

Venus Williams to headline 2022 Elevate Festival with more speakers to come

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Friday, April 22, 2022
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- Elevate Festival returns to Toronto September 20 - 22, 2022 for a three-day technology and arts festival.

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  • - Elevate Festival returns to Toronto September 20 - 22, 2022 for a three-day technology and arts festival.
  • At this year's Elevate Festival, we'll finally honour the progress we've achieved while celebrating where the industry is headed.
  • "We are proud to be hosting Elevate Festival here in Toronto once again," said Mayor John Tory.
  • This year's Festival will also see collaboration with Betakit, Corporate Knights, and TechTO as Programming partners across a number of festival stages.

Supporting Live Performing Arts with Enhanced Digital Technologies

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Thursday, February 18, 2021
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Government of Canada supports the arts through an investment in digital technologies at the Canadian Opera Company and the National Ballet of Canada.

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  • Government of Canada supports the arts through an investment in digital technologies at the Canadian Opera Company and the National Ballet of Canada.
  • This investment, through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, will be used to install new digital technologies at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts in Toronto.
  • The Four Seasons Centre for Performing Arts is the home of the Canadian Opera Company and the performance venue for the National Ballet of Canada.
  • Since its creation in 2001, the fund has supported more than 1,000 projects, including spaces for performing arts, visual arts, media arts, museum collections, heritage displays and creative hubs.