The University of the West Indies 3rd Annual Benefit Gala
MARCH 10, 2012 TORONTO, ON CANADA
The University of the West Indies (UWI) was established in 1948 as a college of the University of London. It achieved full university status in 1962 and today, is the only pan-Caribbean tertiary level institution offering a wide array of diverse and accredited programs to 40,000 students throughout the region, with campuses in Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica and the Eastern Caribbean.
For More Information Visit: http://www.uwitorontogala.com/
The Heart Truth campaign raises awareness of women's risks of heart disease and stroke and spreads a lifesaving message to empower Canadian women to protect their health.
The Heart Truth Fashion Show features the country's most celebrated women from television, film, music, the arts, sport and media. One of Canada's top designers will create a one-of-a-kind red dress specifically for each incredible woman walking the runway.
Heart Disease and stroke is the #1 killer of Canadian Women, more than all cancers combined, but most women don't know it. The Heart Truth campaign provides women with the tools they need to protect themselves and reduce the risk.
The HEART TRUTH FASHION SHOW will take place on March 8, 2012 in Toronto, ON. Canada.
The show will be available to view live online. Details to follow soon!
TORONTO ARTISTS UNITE TO GIVE “THE GIFT OF MUSIC” TO SUPPORT MUSICOUNTS
Toronto’s three time Stylus Award winner Kid Kut in collaboration with IV Play Entertainment and Darling Nicky return to present an evening of music to benefit MusiCounts Canada – On Thursday, December 8th, 2011 at the Hard Rock Café (259 Yonge Street at Dundas) Kid Kut and fellow music lovers Natalie “IV Play” Powell and Darling Nicky invite you to share in “The Gift of Music”, an event featuring live performances by a star-studded roster of artists that have made an impact on the Canadian music industry, and share his love of music. This A-list event, hosted this year by Canadian Hip-Hop legend Michie "Badgal" Mee, shall feature live performances by Andreena Mill, Divine Brown, Slakah the Beatchild, August Rigo, A-GAME, Rich Kidd, Ms Paige, Shi Wisdom, Omar Lunan, Shaun Boothe, contemporary violinist Yosvani with appearances from several surprise guests. An after party will follow with music by three of Toronto’s top rated DJs: Canada's Most Versatile - Jester, 2011 Stylus Rated NEXT DJ of the Year DJ Rych Kydd and DJ Ononymous of 105.5 CHRY.
“I was humbled by the support we received with our launch of The Gift of Music in 2010, and are thrilled to continue the mission to support MusiCounts by giving the gift of music” – Kid Kut
MusiCounts associated with CARAS, is a charity based organization that focuses on supporting music programs in schools across Canada, ensuring that children of all walks of life have access to music education through instrument grants, scholarships and other music initiatives. On September 30, the 2011/2012 Band-Aid grants were revealed with $600,000 will being awarded through 69 grants, in both $5,000 and $10,000 increments, impacting 85 schools across Canada. For more information on MusiCounts, please see their official website at www.musicounts.ca.
The Hard Rock Café, located in the heart of Toronto, is a perfect venue for such an event which boasts a long history of live performances. With limited advanced tickets available, it is strongly recommended that you purchase yours early, as it is guaranteed to sell out.
On December 8th, 2011, you can expect an evening of unparalleled musical entertainment, along with the opportunity to give the gift of music to generations to come via silent auctions, and raffles. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to MusiCounts Canada on behalf of The Gift of Music Team.
“Music has always played an important role in my life. I am honoured to be involved with an event that allows children to grow and benefit through the joy of music” - Natalie of IV Play.
“Music touches our lives on the deepest of levels. It educates us, unifies us, and inspires us.” - Darling Nicky
THE WAILERS with special guests DIVINE BROWN and DUANE STEPHENSON
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19, 2011
SOUND ACADEMY
11 Polson Street, Toronto.
Doors: 8pm. 19+
Tickets $29.50 (+S.C.)
Tickets available at Rotate This, Soundscapes,
www.livenation.com and all Ticketmaster outlets
The Wailers,
... yes of “Bob Marley & The Wailers”!!
Together with Bob Marley, the Wailers have sold in excess of 250 million albums worldwide. In England alone, they’ve notched up over twenty chart hits, including seven Top 10 entries. Apart from Marley, the Wailers have performed with international acts such as Sting, Stevie Wonder, Carlos Santana, as well as reggae legends Peter Tosh, Bunny Wailer and Burning Spear. Their most recent collaborators include Kenny Chesney, Eve, Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat.
As the greatest living exponents of Jamaica’s reggae tradition, the Wailers have played to an estimated 24 million people across the globe! Today, the anchor of the band is Aston “Family Man” Barrett, who in addition to being Marley’s most trusted lieutenant, played on countless other classic reggae hits throughout the seventies. The authenticity he brings to the Wailers’ sound is indisputable. Alongside him, Koolant joined the Wailers soon after his cameo appearance in the film Made In Jamaica. As enthusiastic audiences have already discovered, Koolant brings his own personal expression to Marley’s songs, revitalizing them for young and old alike.
The Wailers have succeeded in turning a fresh page and led by their charismatic new singer, they’re ready to make history once more.
http://wailers.com/
Divine Brown,
.... Juno Award Winning Canadian Soul Songstress!
When “The Love Chronicles” (2008) won the Juno® Award for Best R&B Album in 2009, Divine Brown had already achieved a level of success that most often eludes young girls with dreams of making it big as a singer. A Toronto native, Brown’s fearless approach to life first shows up as a steadfast commitment to her music in the face of half-hearted support from her working class Jamaican family who would most likely have preferred she pursue a safe path like Nursing rather than the mercurial business of Music. Yet, armed with the gift of a 5-octave vocal range and a love for Soul music, Brown set out to make something happen. And happen it did!
She has just finished recording her latest studio album called Something Fresh, due to be released very soon!
www.divinebrown.ca I www.facebook.com/divinebrown
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19, 2011
SOUND ACADEMY
11 Polson Street, Toronto.
Doors: 8pm. 19+
Tickets $29.50 (+S.C.)
Tickets available at Rotate This, Soundscapes,
www.livenation.com and all Ticketmaster outlets
2011 PLANET AFRICA AWARDS!
on October 22, 2011 @ The Roy Thompson Hall
Celebrating Leadership & Excellence
The 2011 Planet Africa Awards gala and ceremony will take place at the grand theater of the Roy Thomson Hall, Canada's #1 venue for upscale events, on Saturday, October 22nd, 2011. The awards program, which recognizes hard work, excellence and professionalism, produces role models, especially for our young people. This is a red carpet affair, where guests are celebrated.
The auspicious occasion will be hosted by Tre Armstrong, judge on "So you think you can dance Canada" and Farley Flex, Humanitarian & Canadian Idol Judge.
Date
Saturday, October 22nd, 2011
Time
6:00 pm: VIP Reception
7:30 pm: The Awards Ceremony
10:30 pm: Official After Party (Optional)
Location
Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe Street
Toronto, Ontario, M5J 2H5, Canada
Tickets
$150, VIP Dinner and Awards show
$80, preferred Seating at Awards show
$60, regular seating at awards show
Award Categories
The award categories include Leadership, Professional Excellence, Science and Technology, Community Development, Nelson Mandela Humanitarian Award, Media and Entertainment, Media, African Renaissance, Rising Star, Enterprise, Sports, Heritage, Academic Achievement, Marcus Garvey Memorial Award, Volunteer, and the Lifetime Achievement Award. The names of the distinguished recipients, who include entertainers, business leaders, scientists and innovators from around the world, will be released soon.
Past Recipients
Past recipients of the Planet Africa Awards include Olympic Gold Medalist, Daniel Igali; entrepreneur and businessman, Kwame Jackson from Donald Trump's Apprentice; Nobel Prize Winner, Professor Wole Soyinka; movie and television star, Isaiah Washington; Nuclear Scientist, Dr. Sylvester Osamusali; YWCA International President, Dr. Musimbi Kanyoro; Biotechnologist, Dr. Florence Wambugu and William H. Osborne, President & CEO of Ford Motor Company of Canada, among other accomplished individuals and organizations.
More About Planet Africa
The awards are presented by Planet Africa Network Inc., which includes the Planet Africa Television show, the only English language series of its kind. It airs three times a week on OMNI Television, BEN TV in Europe, and NTA International in Africa. The magazine is on newsstands across Canada and the United States, including Chapters, Indigo, Walmart and other stores. The awards program is a part of the esteemed Planet Africa organization.
