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ARHT Media Inc. Appoints Jack Bensimon to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARHT Media Inc. ("ARHT" or "the Company") (TSXV: ART), (OTCQB: ARHTF) the global leader in the development, production and distribution of high-quality, low latency hologram and digital content, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jack Bensimon to the board of directors of the Company.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARHT Media Inc. ("ARHT" or "the Company") (TSXV: ART), (OTCQB: ARHTF) the global leader in the development, production and distribution of high-quality, low latency hologram and digital content, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jack Bensimon to the board of directors of the Company.
  • Jack Bensimon is a recognized leader in the world of advertising, having spent the last 35 years contributing to the industry at large through his recognized agency management and strategy.
  • Jack Bensimon is a Founding Partner & Board Chair of Tadiem Inc. , Canada’s largest fully independent marketing communications creator, serving clients in both Canada and the United States.
  • Jack Bensimon previously sat on the board of directors for the Institute of Canadian Agencies and the Royal Conservatory of Music.

The RCM Announces Winners of the Music Lights the Way Piano Festival

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM), one of the world’s most respected music education institutions, announced the fourteen Winners of the Music Lights the Way Piano Festival live from the Finale at Koerner Hall in Toronto, ON.

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  • The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM), one of the world’s most respected music education institutions, announced the fourteen Winners of the Music Lights the Way Piano Festival live from the Finale at Koerner Hall in Toronto, ON.
  • The live Finals were judged by James Anagnoson, Robi Botos, Naida Cole, Julie Nesrallah, and Tony Yike Yang.
  • The Elementary Level First Prize Winners from the Youth Division are:
    From the studio of Rowena F. Asuncion
    From the studio of Dr. Susan Groves
    The Music Lights the Way Piano Festival also included an Adult Division, with three non-competitive categories for piano students 20 years and older.
  • To learn more about The RCM’s Music Lights the Way Piano Festival, please visit rcmusic.com/festival .

The Music Lights the Way Piano Festival announces finalists chosen from nearly 8,000 participants

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

The RCM announces finalists for its Music Lights the Way Piano Festival, with over $150,000 in prizing to be won

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  • The RCM announces finalists for its Music Lights the Way Piano Festival, with over $150,000 in prizing to be won
    TORONTO, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) , one of the world's most respected music education institutions shares the list of finalists for its first-ever Music Lights the Way Piano Festival; an inclusive competition with over $150,000 in prizing, provided by Yamaha.
  • From October to December 2022, nearly 8,000 participants from Canada and the United States showcased their love for music through performances of piano repertoire chosen from the Celebration Series®, Sixth Edition.
  • We created The Music Lights the Way Piano Festival to help students build their confidence, motivation and passion for piano."
  • Dr. Janet Lopinski, Senior Director, Academic Programs shares, "All of the Music Lights the Way Piano Festival judges, including myself, were impressed and inspired by the quality of submissions from piano students across Canada and the US."

Culture Days 2022 is the Most Attended Ever

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

"Art connects cultures and communities without boundaries -- defining and uplifting how we learn from each other. Culture Days brings so much excitement each year and a chance to interact with people from all backgrounds -- each year I have great stories to cherish."

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  • Culture Days celebrations connected communities from September 23 through October 16, 2022 and created the pathway for a substantial return to the arts.
  • Read a recap on this years celebrations on our 2022 Highlights page , and learn more about the impact of Culture Days through Research , Media & Gallery and Blog .
  • Culture Days programs invite the public to get hands-on and behind-the-scenes to highlight the importance of arts and culture by connecting communities and creators.
  • Financial support for Culture Days is provided by the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage and the Canada Council for the Arts.

The RCM Music Lights the Way Piano Festival is Now Open!

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM), one of the world's most established music education institutions with such notable alumni as Sarah McLachlan, Chantal Kreviazuk, Shania Twain and Gordon Lightfoot, is proud to host the first-ever Music Lights the Way Piano Festival; an inclusive and free event with over $150,000 in prizing, provided by Yamaha, and the chance to perform in Koerner Hall.

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  • The RCM Music Lights the Way Piano Festival, unlike other music festivals, is designed for piano students of all ages and levels, from casual players to aspiring professional musicians.
  • Dimitra Marangozis, Piano Teacher, Oscar Peterson School of Music says, "The Music Lights The Way Piano Festival is a wonderful opportunity for students.
  • "The Music Lights The Way Piano Festival is an opportunity for students to showcase their passion for music by learning and performing repertoire from our recently launched Celebration Series, Sixth Edition.
  • To learn more about The RCM Music Lights The Way Piano Festival, please visit rcmusic.com/festival .

Temerty Foundation Makes History with $10 Million Gift to JDRF, the Largest Single Donation to Type 1 Diabetes Research in Canada

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

The familys investment through Temerty Foundation is the largest single gift ever made to T1D research in Canada.

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  • The familys investment through Temerty Foundation is the largest single gift ever made to T1D research in Canada.
  • James and Louise Temerty are selfless philanthropic leaders and longtime supporters of a wide range of causes that improve lives in Canada and worldwide.
  • Their foothold in the healthcare space is especially vast the Temerty name is synonymous with championing medical research in Canada.
  • Our hope through this gift is that JDRF harnesses the determination of Canadians to drive life-changing breakthroughs in type 1 diabetes research.

Scotiabank announces further support for Canadian literary arts with Little Free Library and Scotiabank Giller Prize collaboration

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Monday, October 25, 2021

TORONTO, Oct. 25, 2021 /CNW/ -Scotiabank announced today a new collaboration with Little Free Library , the world's largest book-sharing movement, to place thousands of copies of The Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlisted novels in Little Free Libraries across Canada.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 25, 2021 /CNW/ -Scotiabank announced today a new collaboration with Little Free Library , the world's largest book-sharing movement, to place thousands of copies of The Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlisted novels in Little Free Libraries across Canada.
  • "Our mission for Little Free Library is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all," said Greig Metzger, Executive Director, Little Free Library.
  • "We're proud of our collaboration with Scotiabank to bring the Scotiabank Giller Prize's shortlisted novels to more readers.
  • Little Free Library is a non-profit organization that endeavours to expand access to books to readers of all skill levels and interests.

Five Canadian Authors Named to the 2021 Scotiabank Giller Prize Shortlist

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, the Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlist was announced, celebrating five Canadian fiction writers and the 28th edition of the Prize.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, the Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlist was announced, celebrating five Canadian fiction writers and the 28th edition of the Prize.
  • The books on this year's Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlist are wildly different but equally absorbing.
  • "Scotiabank congratulates the outstanding authors named to the 2021 Scotiabank Giller Prize shortlist.
  • Between the Pages: An Evening with the Scotiabank Giller Prize Finalistswill take place on November 4, 2021, at Koerner Hall.

The Scotiabank Giller Prize Presents its 2021 Longlist

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

TORONTO, Sept. 8, 2021 /CNW/ -Elana Rabinovitch, Executive Director of the Scotiabank Giller Prize, is pleased to share the Prize's 2021 longlist.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 8, 2021 /CNW/ -Elana Rabinovitch, Executive Director of the Scotiabank Giller Prize, is pleased to share the Prize's 2021 longlist.
  • In a year of logistical challenges and the continued relevance of virtual meeting platforms, the jury of the 2021 Scotiabank Giller Prize has emerged from many hours of private reading and many rounds of lively debate with a longlist of twelve titles.
  • Scotiabank proudly congratulates the 12 longlisted authors of the 2021 Scotiabank Giller Prize as they have provided readers with comfort, escape and adventure during these challenging times."
  • For more information, please visit: www.scotiabankgillerprize.ca/news-events/events-and-important-dates/
    Watch the 2021 Scotiabank Giller Prize on Monday, November 8, at 9 p.m.