October is Women’s History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the women and girls from our past, and our present, who are contributing to a better, more inclusive Canada. In 1992, the Government of Canada designated October as Women’s History Month, marking the beginning of an annual celebration of the outstanding achievements of women and girls throughout Canada’s history. This year’s theme, Women at Work: Economic Growth Past, Present and Future, highlights the significant … [Read more...]
Good Friday, celebrated by Christians around the globe!
Good Friday is a religious holiday observed primarily by Christians commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. The holiday is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Tridum on the Friday preceding Easter Sunday, and may coincide with the Jewish observance of Passover. It is also known as Holy Friday, Great Friday, Black Friday, or Easter Friday, though the latter properly refers to the Friday in Easter week. Good Friday is the Friday before Easter, which … [Read more...]
History of Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day, also called Saint Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, is an annual holiday celebrated on February 14. It originated as a Western Christian liturgical feast day honoring one or more early saints named Valentinus, and is recognized as a significant cultural and commercial celebration in many regions around the world, although it is not a public holiday in any country. Several martyrdom stories associated with the various Valentines that were connected to February … [Read more...]
Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day – JUNE 21
On 13 June 1996, Governor General Roméo LeBlanc announced the government’s intention to have an annual, national celebration of Indigenous peoples. Later that month, on the 21st, Canada celebrated its first National Aboriginal Day. National Indigenous Peoples Day or past National Aboriginal Day, 21 June, is an official day of celebration to recognize and honor the achievements, history and rich cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in Canada. This day has been celebrated as a … [Read more...]
PAY IT FORWARD – April 30
Established in September of 2000, the Pay It Forward Foundation was established by Catherine Ryan Hyde, author of the inspirational novel Pay It Forward, as a way to inspire a movement of people, all around the world, to show acts of kindness for others. Our primary work is encouraging and inspiring acts of kindness, as well as providing copies of the Young Readers Edition of Pay It Forward for use in schools and other learning environments. What will you do to Pay It Forward and start a … [Read more...]
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A Guide To The Perfect Flowers in Toronto
They say that it is rather complex to make a woman happy, and if you make her feel like a queen then your life becomes the best. On the contrary, there are several little things that you can do to put a smile on her face, and all your efforts will be well appreciated, as a woman’s heart is considered to be the softest. We all know women love surprises when you give your loved one a surprise, you show them the great affection, care, and importance you have for them and that you love being … [Read more...]
Traditional Household Skills Can Help to Reduce Excessive Waste
As only 30% of Canada’s waste materials are successfully diverted from landfills, Waste Reduction Week has encouraged people to do more to recycle, reuse and reduce the amount of household waste that they produce. One of the easiest ways to achieve this goal is to make more use of traditional skills and improve your sewing, culinary and gardening techniques. As well as helping you to express your creativity, by learning how to design your own clothes or produce impressive dishes from scratch, … [Read more...]
MARCH 10: International Women’s Day Celebration 2019
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Legends and Legacy presents: A Winning Mindset – Event – Oct 20
Legends & Legacy is a community where we engage and encourage leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals to walk passionately into their purpose and destiny. Establishing themselves as a Legend while leaving a Legacy to impact the future generation. Join us for elegant and epic monthly evening events with compelling speakers, keynote presentations and educational workshops. Hosted in a collaborative and comfortable setting where inspiring, impacting and influential people connect, change and … [Read more...]
Making Your Christmas Shopping Plan
In life, when it comes to Christmas shopping, there are two types of people. There are those who plan well in advance to save last-minute rushing around and those who do exactly that, leave it to the last minute! The date of Christmas never changes and so there are no excuses not to set a plan as this will not only ensure you are organised come Christmas day, but it will also ensure that you are more effective in your Christmas purchases, that you don’t overspend and you will probably even be … [Read more...]
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Our “Going To The Chapel” package has been designed for couples interested in a truly intimate wedding experience. A Licensed Officiant will perform a standard civil ceremony. Upon request, religious, cultural and commitment ceremonies may also be performed. Going To The Chapel Special – Take advantage of our Going To The Chapel Special and invite 15 guests to your wedding ceremony for the price of 10. That’s a savings of over a $120! 17 people total including the couple. Book now to … [Read more...]
Toronto Wedding Chapel, Katherine Parris
Katherine Parris is an event planner extraordinaire with over 20 years of experience. Her weddings are legendary whether you are planning an intimate event for 2 or a major extravaganza for a few thousand of your closest friends. She created the Toronto Wedding Chapel, an intimate and elegant wedding chapel in the heart of mid-town Toronto, specifically to cater to smaller groups. Beautifully and elegantly pre-decorated with florals and candles, Katherine Parris has spared no expense in creating … [Read more...]