Events Happening in November
Check out this list of fun in-person and hybrid events being hosted by our clients this month.
Empire Club of Canada: A Power Lunch with Energy Minister
Hybrid event
November 3, 2022 | 12 p.m. ET
www.empireclubofcanada.com
Ontario has had incredible success in driving electrification and attracting new jobs, including unprecedented investments from electric vehicles, EV battery manufacturing and clean steelmaking. The province is rapidly building the electricity system needed to support this incredible growth.
Join Energy Minister Todd Smith on November 3 to hear how Ontario is building on its clean energy advantage as a major opportunity to power up our industries, jobs, and economy and lead the way!
Teddy Bear Affair
In-person event
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
November 5, 2022
cafdn.org
Join Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada for an inspiring evening to improve the lives of children, youth, and families involved in the Canadian child welfare system. We’re excited to be holding the Gala again this year at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.
Attended by Toronto’s top philanthropists and corporations, the Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada Gala – Teddy Bear Affair is one of the city’s most-anticipated black tie galas. The event illuminates the remarkable spirit and strength of children and youth involved with the child welfare system who have experienced abuse and neglect, and raises funds to address their most pressing needs. The Foundation Gala has raised over $36.5 million since its inception. This year as we come together as one group, we have one wish for our children and youth – that they have access to what they need to thrive.
Empire Club of Canada: Remembrance Day Reflection – Canadian Women in War
Virtual event
November 10, 2022 | 12 p.m. ET
www.empireclubofcanada.com
On November 10, in honour of Remembrance Day week, the Empire Club of Canada will open the door to a chapter of our history that has for far too long been either unknown or misunderstood by the vast majority of Canadians. In conversation with Dr. Wendy M. Cecil, CM, HCapt(N) and Dr. Melanie Morin-Pelletier, Historian of the Canadian War Museum, the Club will present through photographs, and images from those heroic and troubled times, the extraordinary stories of Canadian Women in War during the two great conflicts of the 20th century, the First and Second World Wars.
The two great wars changed women’s lives; in some ways, there was no looking back. Almost everywhere, particularly in the Second World War, women stepped in to perform “masculine” jobs. The changes for women and society were massive, but there was an expectation for women to return to more traditional roles at the end of both wars. After the Second World War, women were pushed by government policies to massively leave the workforce, causing their participation to sink to 24% in the late 1940s. It took decades for it to return. Now, women’s participation in the workforce is well over 80% and virtually equal to male participation in the workforce.
The story of Canadian Women in War, as told by Melanie Morin-Pelletier in conversation with Wendy M. Cecil, is a glimpse into the past. Still, it also explains much about the present and perhaps about the future. It is time to better understand this aspect of our history and celebrate the fundamental role women played in assuring the success of Canada’s war efforts, one that also led to the social construct of Canadian society as we know it today.
Jazz Night
In-person event
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Toronto, ON
November 11, 2022 | 7 p.m. ET
www.ripleyaquariums.com/canada
Explore the waters of the world on the second Friday of every month at Friday Night Jazz at the Aquarium! With a live jazz band playing all the classics as you sip your drink of choice under the sea, a night of musical adventure awaits! From 7 to 11 p.m., enjoy live music, cocktails, and unforgettable views. Remember to get your ticket online in advance of your visit so you don’t miss out on this sea-riously great night! Annual Passholders receive free admission.
Mirror Ball
In-person event
The Westin Harbour Castle
Toronto, ON
November 11, 2022
www.mirror-ball.ca
Mirror Ball is an opportunity to show your support and make a greater, more positive impact for young women and teens across Canada. Together, we can help women look good and feel better. You can do something beautiful by supporting Mirror Ball through our Bridge Fund Campaign.
Union Winter
In-person event
Union Station
Toronto, ON
November 28 – January 29
torontounion.ca/tdunionholiday
Union and TD are excited to bring back their free skating rink with free skate rentals right on Front Street. Enjoy time on the rink for a fun and magical winter experience. Register ahead of time to reserve your spot – walk-ins limited.