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Cision Canada
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
Thousands step up in support of health care at UHN Foundation's We Walk UHNITED presented by Rogers English
Other special guests included JUNO Award-nominated singer-songwriter Aphrose, who sang the national anthem during closing ceremonies; Rick Mercer, who delivered an impactful speech about Canadian health care; JUNO Award-winning Aysanabee; actor KC Collins (Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent); JUNO Award-winning rapper and music producer Kardinal Offishall; and Olympian Sam Schachter. Maria Papadakis and Shem Parkinson from KiSS 92.5's Roz and Mocha Show brought energy and enthusiasm as event emcees, with fellow on-air personality Damnit Maurie working the crowd. Lead ambassadors Sangita Patel and Madison Tevlin shared their personal UHN stories and helped pump up the crowd before leading participants on the walk route. " I had so much fun at We Walk UHNITED and was so happy to help support a place that has made such a difference in my life," said Madison Tevlin, an actor, We Walk UHNITED ambassador, and patient at UHN's Peter Munk Cardiac Centre, home to the world's largest adult congenital heart disease program. "It was awesome to see so many people come out to walk with me – I can't wait for next year!" The event was a powerful display of unity, community and support for Canada's #1 hospital, with proceeds supporting world-class health care and advancing research, innovation and patient care across UHN's many sites. " The support we've seen through We Walk UHNITED's inaugural year speaks volumes about the incredible strength and spirit of our UHN community," said Julie Quenneville, CEO of UHN Foundation. "We are grateful to all of our participants, donors, volunteers and sponsors. Their generosity not only fuels medical innovation. It also ensures that when we or our loved ones are sick, we have access to the very best experts in the world, right here at Canada's #1 hospital." In addition to the 5km walk, which also had a 2km accessible route, participants enjoyed a vibrant celebration site featuring live music, family-friendly activities, and an emotional tribute honouring UHN patients and health care workers. We Walk UHNITED was made possible through the support of volunteers, staff, patients and the entire community who donated and participated. Sponsors include Rogers, Sprott Inc., Globe and Mail, RBC and more. Fundraising will remain open until June 30 at About UHN Foundation Part of University Health Network (UHN), Canada's #1 hospital and the world's #1 publicly funded hospital, UHN Foundation raises funds for Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto Rehab and The Michener Institute of Education. No one ever changed the world on their own: Donor support is critical to upholding the excellence in patient care that UHN is known for and changing the status quo of health care – helping to recruit top medical experts from around the world, complete transformational capital projects, train the next generation of health care leaders, and advance bold medical research.
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
‘Law & Order Toronto' wins best drama series at Canadian Screen Awards
Citytv's 'Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent' won best drama series at Sunday's Canadian Screen Awards. The spinoff draws inspiration from real Toronto crime headlines, reimagining them as fictional investigations. The show led all nominees with 20 nods going into the Screen Awards, but came away with three trophies, including best writing in a drama series and best sound in fiction. The series wrapped its second season earlier this year and has a third season in the works. 'Law & Order Toronto' producer Erin Haskett told The Canadian Press in March that she believes the show is especially resonating with Canadians today because they are craving stories they can relate to. 'Canadians want to see our stories told and want to see characters that reflect ourselves back at us on television,' she says. 'I would say today even more, there's such a sense of wanting to see that reflected back as a country and as a people.' This year's Canadian Screen Awards bash was hosted by Edmonton-born comedian Lisa Gilroy in Toronto, capping off a multi-day celebration of Canadian film, television and digital storytelling. 'The Apprentice,' a Canada-Ireland-Denmark co-production about the early years of U.S. President Donald Trump, won best motion picture. It took home five Screen Awards in total, including best performance in a lead role for Sebastian Stan's turn as Trump, and best supporting actor for Jeremy Strong's portrayal of Cohn. Other major winners included Matthew Rankin's absurdist dramedy 'Universal Language,' and Crave's drag queen competition series 'Canada's Drag Race.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 1, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
CP NewsAlert: ‘Law & Order Toronto' wins best drama series at Canadian Screen Awards
Citytv's 'Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent' has won best drama series at the Canadian Screen Awards. More to come.
Hamilton Spectator
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Canadian Screen Awards to air on TV after all in last-minute programming shift
TORONTO - In a last-minute programming shift, this year's Canadian Screen Awards will broadcast live on television — reversing earlier plans for a streaming-only show. Organizers confirmed the change Thursday, stating that the ceremony celebrating the best in Canadian film, TV and digital media will air Sunday on both CBC TV and CBC Gem. The CEO of the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television Tammy Frick previously said going online-only allowed the show to be more 'flexible.' But that had disappointed some of the top nominees, who told The Canadian Press in March that having their moment on traditional television helps spotlight Canadian talent more widely. The Academy said in a statement the programming reversal came down to scheduling around the NHL playoffs — since there is no game slated for Sunday, they are able to air the show live on CBC TV. The Screen Awards will be handed out at five ceremonies starting Friday, culminating in the final awards and gala hosted by Edmonton-born comic Lisa Gilroy. Leading the television categories with 20 nominations is Citytv's 'Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent,' while on the film side, Matthew Rankin's Winnipeg-shot dramedy 'Universal Language' leads with 13 nods. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 29, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Canadian Screen Awards to air on TV after all in last-minute programming shift
TORONTO – In a last-minute programming shift, this year's Canadian Screen Awards will broadcast live on television — reversing earlier plans for a streaming-only show. Organizers confirmed the change Thursday, stating that the ceremony celebrating the best in Canadian film, TV and digital media will air Sunday on both CBC TV and CBC Gem. The CEO of the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television Tammy Frick previously said going online-only allowed the show to be more 'flexible.' But that had disappointed some of the top nominees, who told The Canadian Press in March that having their moment on traditional television helps spotlight Canadian talent more widely. The Academy said in a statement the programming reversal came down to scheduling around the NHL playoffs — since there is no game slated for Sunday, they are able to air the show live on CBC TV. The Screen Awards will be handed out at five ceremonies starting Friday, culminating in the final awards and gala hosted by Edmonton-born comic Lisa Gilroy. Leading the television categories with 20 nominations is Citytv's 'Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent,' while on the film side, Matthew Rankin's Winnipeg-shot dramedy 'Universal Language' leads with 13 nods. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 29, 2025.
