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Toronto Event Matches Refugee Job Candidates with Employers

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Friday, October 20, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Toronto Refugee Hiring Event will provide newcomer refugees and other forcibly displaced individuals with the opportunity to be hired by leading employers in the Greater Toronto Area.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Toronto Refugee Hiring Event will provide newcomer refugees and other forcibly displaced individuals with the opportunity to be hired by leading employers in the Greater Toronto Area.
  • Some 70% of attendees at the 2022 Toronto Refugee Hiring Event and 85% of those at a June 2023 Moncton event received either job offers or invitations to a second round of interviews.
  • The Refugee Hiring Event is helping to bridge the gap by connecting refugees with opportunities and connecting employers with untapped talent.”
    Effective models for refugee hiring have been in development for some years.
  • Members of the press are welcome to attend the Toronto Refugee Hiring Event.

CFPDP to Celebrate Latest Inductees at 30th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

The official ceremony will take place on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto during the 30th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon presented by CIBC.

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  • The official ceremony will take place on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto during the 30th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon presented by CIBC.
  • The Canadian Disability Hall of Fame was founded in 1994 by the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP).
  • Canadian Disability Hall of Fame at Metro Hall, Toronto
    “The Canadian Disability Hall of Fame was established to honour excellence, commemorate role models and celebrate exceptional contributions that significantly improve the lives of people with physical disabilities,” said The Honourable Vim Kochhar, Founding Chair of CFPDP.
  • “Led by a dedicated Selection Board, the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame has highlighted achievements and abilities for three decades.

Hiring Event Convenes Toronto’s Top Companies Looking to Employ Refugee Talent

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Monday, November 21, 2022

The Toronto Refugee Hiring Event is an interagency initiative led by the Refugee Jobs Agenda Roundtable and headed by co-chairs The Honourable Ratna Omidvar and Darrell Pinto.

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  • The Toronto Refugee Hiring Event is an interagency initiative led by the Refugee Jobs Agenda Roundtable and headed by co-chairs The Honourable Ratna Omidvar and Darrell Pinto.
  • The refugee hiring event is a great initiative because agency partners gather their resources and collectively lead the candidates to success, said The Honourable Ratna Omidvar.
  • His Worship John Tory, Mayor of Toronto, will open the event, joined by representatives from Jumpstart Refugee Talent, Starbucks Canada, and WES.
  • Besides the on-site Coaching Corner, there has been substantive planning happening prior to the event, said Malaz Sebai, director of operations at Jumpstart Refugee Talent.

Toronto Downtown West Business Improvement Area (BIA) Launches 2022 Holiday Guide

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Monday, November 21, 2022

TORONTO, Nov. 21, 2022 /CNW/ - The Toronto Downtown West BIA announced the launch of Toronto's Ultimate Downtown Holiday Guide , which offers a wide range of unique gift giving ideas, inspired dining destinations, and experiential gift options for all to enjoy this Holiday Season.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 21, 2022 /CNW/ - The Toronto Downtown West BIA announced the launch of Toronto's Ultimate Downtown Holiday Guide , which offers a wide range of unique gift giving ideas, inspired dining destinations, and experiential gift options for all to enjoy this Holiday Season.
  • The Toronto Downtown West BIA announces the launch of Toronto's Ultimate Downtown Holiday Guide.
  • "The BIA's Holiday Gift Guide highlights a variety of activities, amenities, and unique products, specially selected from the vast array of businesses in the area," stated Janice Solomon, Executive Director of the Toronto Downtown West BIA.
  • Toronto Downtown West BIA is the concentrate of arts, culture, hospitality, sports, and business to bring a unique and vibrant urban experience.

CFPDP to Celebrate Latest Inductees at 29th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

The official ceremony will take place on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto during the 29th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon presented by CIBC.

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  • The official ceremony will take place on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto during the 29th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon presented by CIBC.
  • The Canadian Disability Hall of Fame was founded in 1994 by the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP).
  • Our latest Inductees are adding to that great record of achievement, said Honourable David Crombie, Chair of the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame.
  • Inductees from 2021 and 2020 will also be celebrated at the 29th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon as the global pandemic prevented CFPDP from holding live induction ceremonies.

Toronto Downtown West Business Improvement Area (BIA) Launches "Neighbourhood" E-Gift Card Program

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

The Toronto Downtown West BIA is launching a Neighbourhood E-Gift Card and is adding a 25% bonus to each card purchased during their holiday campaign.

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  • The Toronto Downtown West BIA is launching a Neighbourhood E-Gift Card and is adding a 25% bonus to each card purchased during their holiday campaign.
  • Purchase Your "Neighbourhood" E-Gift Card at: BIA/ AnyCard
    List of Participating Businesses and Program Details: tdwbia.ca/e-cards/
    About the Toronto Downtown West BIA:
    Toronto Downtown West BIA is the concentrate of arts, culture, hospitality, sports and business to bring a unique and vibrant urban experience.
  • With distinct architecture both old and new, Toronto Downtown West BIA is a thriving commercial hub of creative houses, hospitality and retail.
  • The Toronto Downtown West has a growing population of over 30,000 residents, 19 million visitors annually and a workforce of 90,000.

2021 Inductees to Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Announced

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

TORONTO, Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP) proudly announces the upcoming induction of three new members into the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame .

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP) proudly announces the upcoming induction of three new members into the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame .
  • The Canadian Disability Hall of Fame recognizes extraordinary individuals who, through their outstanding work and achievements, have significantly enriched the quality of life for people with disabilities.
  • Over the years, so many incredible Canadians have been nominated and it is always a remarkably difficult process to choose just a handful of inductees, said The Honourable David Crombie, Chair, Canadian Disability Hall of Fame.
  • The Canadian Disability Hall of Fame presented by CIBC recognizes outstanding achievement in volunteerism, the arts, sports, rehabilitation, science and medical research, advocacy and public policy.