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The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Raises Over $1.16 Million at Inaugural Cricket to Conquer Cancer - Canada's Largest Street Cricket Fundraiser
Hundreds united to support life-saving cancer research and create a world free from the fear of cancer MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 31, 2025 /CNW/ - More than 400 cricketers gathered at Celebration Square as The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation (The PMCF), presented by TD, hosted the inaugural Cricket to Conquer Cancer — the largest street cricket fundraiser in Canada. This landmark event signalled a major moment in Canada's evolving sports landscape and serves as a powerful symbol of community, culture, and hope. "This event is about rallying a community, celebrating diversity, and changing the way cancer is understood, prevented, diagnosed and treated," said Dr. Miyo Yamashita, President and CEO, The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. "We are grateful to all the participants and supporters who took to the pitch today to raise funds that will improve cancer outcomes and provide brighter tomorrows for patients here in Canada and around the globe." This exciting first-of-its-kind fundraising event united cancer survivors, caregivers, athletes, celebrities and supporters of all backgrounds in one shared mission: to create a world free from the fear of cancer. "I felt powerless when my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer and when my close friend, Kenroy, passed away from this disease," said Carlos Brathwaite, international cricket star. "I'm proud to bring my passion for cricket to Canada to help launch this event and raise funds for cancer research that can help transform cancer care and treatment everywhere– including my home, Barbados." With 2 in 5 Canadians facing a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime, the event was more than just a game—it was a community movement for collective impact. Proceeds will benefit life-saving research at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, one of the world's leading cancer research and treatment centres. Top fundraising teams had the unique opportunity to draft celebrity players onto their teams through a celebrity draft including notable ambassadors Jully Black, Jamaal Magloire, Dwayne De Rosario and Carlos Brathwaite. These household names joined local teams on the pitch, highlighting the inclusive and celebratory nature of the event. "As a daughter of Jamaican immigrants, cricket was a source of endless joy in my family," said Jully Black, Canadian singer-songwriter and artist. "This cause is deeply personal. Cancer has touched every corner of my life—my father is a proud survivor, sadly my mother and grandmother passed away from the disease, and at 27 years old, I too, faced my own cancer scare. These experiences left a profound impact on me. I jumped at the opportunity to champion a cause that uplifts, educates, and unites communities to bring hope in the face of a cancer diagnosis." Cricket to Conquer Cancer's event included a full day of family-friendly festivities with cricket matches, live musical performances, food trucks, cultural cuisine, and interactive cricket experiences for all ages. While this year's fundraiser has come to a close, The Princess Margaret encourages new and returning participants to register online for next year's Cricket to Conquer Cancer event at ABOUT PRINCESS MARGARET CANCER FOUNDATION The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation is Canada's largest cancer charity. We're dedicated to raising funds for Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, one of the world's leading cancer research and treatment centres, known for its breakthrough discoveries that transform patient outcomes. Together, our work benefits cancer patients everywhere in our mission to create a world free from the fear of cancer. Through philanthropy, fundraising events, and our world-leading lottery program, we're changing how the world understands, prevents, diagnoses, and treats cancer, benefitting patients at The Princess Margaret, throughout Canada, and around the world. SOURCE Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation View original content to download multimedia:
Cision Canada
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
TORONTO TEMPO MARKS ONE YEAR TO TIP-OFF WITH IMMERSIVE TEMPO LIVE EVENT
TORONTO, May 16, 2025 /CNW/ - The countdown is on! For the first time ever, the Toronto Tempo is giving fans the chance to come together in person at Tempo LIVE, a can't-miss celebration at STACKT Market on May 24 & 25. The event kicks off a countdown to tip-off - the team is just one year away from making its WNBA debut. Tempo LIVE, presented in partnership with Destination Toronto, will feature a collection of immersive and interactive fan experiences, including: Tempo Fan Camp, presented by founding partner CIBC – the ultimate rally spot where visitors can make their own pennant flags, get Tempo airbrush tattoos, and sign a banner that will hang at future Tempo home court Coca-Cola Coliseum. The Tempo Talks Speaker Series, presented by founding partner Sephora Canada – featuring an array of conversations on the beauty of basketball culture. Scheduled speakers include General Manager of the Toronto Tempo, Monica Wright Rogers, Juno Award-winning artist, Jully Black, VP of Product of October's Very Own (OVO), Michael Kerr, and the newest addition to the Tempo ownership group – Canadian actress, writer and advocate, Lilly Singh. Merchandise pop-up shop featuring Peace Collective, Roots, and Nike. An interactive and inclusive basketball skills course called the "Tempo Drill," where fans can show off their hustle on the court to win a pair of tickets to a future Tempo game. Fans will be able to place a deposit on season tickets and memberships on-site. Deposits can also be made online at "Our fans are at the heart of this team," explains Whitney Bell, Chief Marketing Officer, Tempo Basketball Club. "There's no better way to mark a year to tip-off than by bringing that community together and letting them experience the Tempo brand in person. We can't wait to get a first taste of the passion, energy and excitement that is going to power this team into 2026 and beyond." The team is also marking a year to tip-off with the release of a :60 film centred on the concept of 'tempo' – the heartbeat of competition and the unseen force that drives the game. Set to the rhythm of our city and the pace of the game, the spot captures the unstoppable energy and diversity of a team—and a country—on the rise. Tempo LIVE is taking place on May 24 & 25, 2025, from 11:00 A.M. until 8:00 P.M. EST at STACKT Market (28 Bathurst Street, Toronto). Fans can sign up for more information about the event and RSVP to panels at Entry will be subject to capacity. While registering doesn't secure a spot, registrants will be kept close to event details as they unfold. About Toronto Tempo In May 2024, the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) announced its expansion into Canada by awarding Toronto an expansion team, the league's first outside the United States. The new team, owned by Kilmer Sports Ventures, will begin play in the 2026 season as the WNBA's 14th franchise. Sephora Canada and CIBC are the team's first announced founding partners. Larry Tanenbaum, Chairman of Kilmer Sports Ventures and a 30-year veteran of building championship-caliber teams, is also Chairman of the NBA Board of Governors and Chairman of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, which owns the NBA's Toronto Raptors, NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs, MLS' Toronto FC and other professional sports franchises. Under his leadership, the Raptors won their first NBA championship in 2019.
Malaysian Reserve
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
The Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit Returns May 21 with Proud sponsor CIBC
TORONTO, May 8, 2025 /CNW/ – The Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit returns this Spring on May 21, 2025, at Toronto's iconic Malaparte event space. This carbon-zero certified event will once again bring together women across industries, cultures, and life experiences for an evening of connection, dialogue, and empowerment—with a shared mission to spark lasting change. Following its inspiring inaugural year, The Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit continues its commitment to addressing the most pressing issues facing women and girls—locally and globally—through inclusive programming and intentional community-building. Hosted by the legendary Jully Black, the evening will begin with a vibrant cocktail reception followed by seated dinner, and will feature two timely and thought-provoking panel discussions: The Canadian Women's Foundation presents: Digital Life, Real Risks: Creating Safer Online Spaces – A conversation exploring the digital challenges women face—from online harassment to privacy concerns—and the need for safer, more inclusive online communities. Panelists: Mitzie Hunter, Jamie Pandit, Hillary Leblanc, and Fallon Farinacci Medcan presents: Empowering Community Builders – Equipping Women for Transformative Leadership – A panel of visionary leaders explores inclusive leadership, mentorship, and systemic change, highlighting how women play an integral role in driving immediate well-being and long-term social and economic growth creating a foundation for sustainable development. Guests will also be invited to unwind in The Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit Health & Wellness Lounge, offering reflexology, ear seeding, B12 shots, and a portrait studio to help support and celebrate physical and mental well-being throughout the event. 'We created The Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit to turn meaningful conversations into actionable change,' say co-founders Sarah Vander Meer and Karmen LaMer. 'This summit is about amplifying diverse voices, fostering connection, and equipping women to lead with confidence. We're proud to return with even deeper purpose and a continued commitment to sustainability.' This year's event will again uphold a carbon-zero standard—offsetting its environmental footprint by integrating eco-conscious practices of travel, food, waste, and energy consumption. Proceeds from the summit will support the Canadian Women's Foundation, Canada's national leader in gender equity, which has raised over $185 million to fund 3,000+ community-led programs nationwide. The Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit is excited to welcome CIBC as its 2025 proud sponsor, and THE KIT as media sponsor, with additional support from Medcan, BMO Insurance, Clarion Medical Technologies, Charlie & Sprocket Events and Tight Clinic. In-kind partners include TRIA Consulting, MILO PR, Stemz Florals, Element Event Solutions, 5.15 Photo Co., Boathouse Productions, Detonate+, The Fitzroy, Dermalogica, CO2Lift, Portraits on White, Big Digital and Carbon Zero Canada. Tickets available at: About The Collective: Women's Empowerment SummitThe Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit is an annual summit dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, uniting communities, and accelerating gender equity. Through bold programming and cross-sector collaboration, it aims to build a more inclusive and empowered future. IG: @collectivesummitLinkedin:
Cision Canada
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
The Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit Returns May 21 with Proud sponsor CIBC
TORONTO, May 8, 2025 /CNW/ - The Collective: Women ' s Empowerment Summit returns this Spring on May 21, 2025, at Toronto's iconic Malaparte event space. This carbon-zero certified event will once again bring together women across industries, cultures, and life experiences for an evening of connection, dialogue, and empowerment—with a shared mission to spark lasting change. Following its inspiring inaugural year, The Collective: Women ' s Empowerment Summit continues its commitment to addressing the most pressing issues facing women and girls—locally and globally—through inclusive programming and intentional community-building. Hosted by the legendary Jully Black, the evening will begin with a vibrant cocktail reception followed by seated dinner, and will feature two timely and thought-provoking panel discussions: The Canadian Women's Foundation presents: Digital Life, Real Risks: Creating Safer Online Spaces - A conversation exploring the digital challenges women face—from online harassment to privacy concerns—and the need for safer, more inclusive online communities. Panelists: Mitzie Hunter, Jamie Pandit, Hillary Leblanc, and Fallon Farinacci Medcan presents: Empowering Community Builders – Equipping Women for Transformative Leadership - A panel of visionary leaders explores inclusive leadership, mentorship, and systemic change, highlighting how women play an integral role in driving immediate well-being and long-term social and economic growth creating a foundation for sustainable development. Guests will also be invited to unwind in The Collective: Women ' s Empowerment Summit Health & Wellness Lounge, offering reflexology, ear seeding, B12 shots, and a portrait studio to help support and celebrate physical and mental well-being throughout the event. "We created The Collective: Women ' s Empowerment Summit to turn meaningful conversations into actionable change," say co-founders Sarah Vander Meer and Karmen LaMer. "This summit is about amplifying diverse voices, fostering connection, and equipping women to lead with confidence. We ' re proud to return with even deeper purpose and a continued commitment to sustainability." This year's event will again uphold a carbon-zero standard—offsetting its environmental footprint by integrating eco-conscious practices of travel, food, waste, and energy consumption. Proceeds from the summit will support the Canadian Women ' s Foundation, Canada's national leader in gender equity, which has raised over $185 million to fund 3,000+ community-led programs nationwide. The Collective: Women ' s Empowerment Summit is excited to welcome CIBC as its 2025 proud sponsor, and THE KIT as media sponsor, with additional support from Medcan, BMO Insurance, Clarion Medical Technologies, Charlie & Sprocket Events and Tight Clinic. In-kind partners include TRIA Consulting, MILO PR, Stemz Florals, Element Event Solutions, 5.15 Photo Co., Boathouse Productions, Detonate+, The Fitzroy, Dermalogica, CO2Lift, Portraits on White, Big Digital and Carbon Zero Canada. About The Collective: Women ' s Empowerment Summit The Collective: Women's Empowerment Summit is an annual summit dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, uniting communities, and accelerating gender equity. Through bold programming and cross-sector collaboration, it aims to build a more inclusive and empowered future.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Toronto Music Experience aims to celebrate local music history, open a museum
TORONTO — Toronto's storied music history may finally have a museum of its own as part of a five-year plan guided by a team of local entertainment leaders. Organizers at the Toronto Music Experience say they've recently been granted charitable status, which allows them to move forward with plans to fundraise, secure sponsorships and ultimately open a permanent cultural home by 2029. The news was first announced during an industry event last Thursday at the Lounge, a small venue operated by Live Nation on the city's west end, and attended by Rush's Alex Lifeson, Jully Black, Lorraine Segato and Kairo McLean, the youngest winner of the reggae Juno award. TME says it aims to launch a "first-of-its-kind destination that will celebrate the city's unparalleled contributions to music in Canada and around the world." They'll get some help from an advisory board that includes former record label executives Denise Donlon and Randy Lennox, music producer Bob Ezrin and manager Bernie Finkelstein. TME has already been involved in small exhibits dedicated to Toronto's music scene. Several have been displayed at a small music museum tucked into an upstairs corner of Shoppers Drug Mart at Yonge and Dundas, a space once occupied by the legendary Friar's Tavern nightclub. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 5, 2025. David Friend, The Canadian Press
