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The History of the Eaton Centre (NEW for 2026)
Sat, Aug 29, 4:00 PM**The Toronto History Walks Explorer Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com** **for more information or for signing up!** Most people visit Toronto's Eaton Centre to shop, and it's a great place to do just that. But few realize they are walking through one of the city's greatest stories of ambition, controversy, architecture, and change. Join me as we step beyond the storefronts to uncover the remarkable history hidden beneath the soaring glass roof of the galleria. Discover how this world famous complex rose from a maze of Victorian streets, warehouses, theatres, and historic buildings, and learn why one of Toronto's largest redevelopment projects almost resulted in the demolition of Old City Hall and the beloved Church of the Holy Trinity. This fascinating walking tour explores nearly 160 years of Toronto history, beginning with the extraordinary rise of Timothy Eaton and the department store that transformed shopping into the "art of shopping," almost overnight. We'll examine the neighbourhood that existed before the Eaton Centre, meet some of the colourful characters who worked and lived here, and trace the dramatic battles between developers, preservationists, politicians, and citizens that forever changed the face of downtown Toronto. Along the way, you'll see surviving landmarks, forgotten streets, hidden architectural secrets, and public art that millions pass every year without noticing. You'll also discover why the Eaton Centre became an international model for shopping centre design, admire its spectacular vaulted glass ceiling, and hear the stories behind the famous flock of suspended Canada geese. We'll explore how the complex evolved through the decline of the Eaton's department store, and the arrival of new retailers, that helped redefine the downtown core. From engineering marvels to architectural triumphs, this is the story of how a shopping mall became one of Canada's most recognizable landmarks. Whether you're a lifelong Torontonian, a first-time visitor, a lover of architecture, or someone fascinated by urban history, this tour offers a new perspective on a place you thought you knew. By the end of our walk, you'll never look at the Eaton Centre the same way again, I promise. Come and discover the hidden history beneath the glass canopy, and experience one of Toronto's most compelling stories. This event is for all levels and walkers, there are a few steps here and there to navigate, but mostly on one level. This walking tour begins on the steps of Old City Hall at the northeast corner of Bay Street and Queen Street West, and has a ticket price of $15.00 per person. **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket amount when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
Toronto Luxury Real Estate, Interior Designer, Construction & Renovation NE
Tue, Aug 25, 11:00 PM***Tickets Must be purchased in advance!*** https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-luxury-real-estate-interior-designer-construction-renovation-ne-tickets-1997235886300 Get ready to connect with Toronto's finest real estate, design, construction, and finance professionals at a networking event like no other! **Stellar Socials by Limitless: Toronto Real Estate, Interior Design, Construction & Renovation Networking Event** Join us for an exclusive evening curated for ambitious professionals across real estate, interior design, construction, and renovation. This is your opportunity to build meaningful connections, unlock new opportunities, and elevate your business or career. Whether you're seeking strategic partnerships, industry insights, or simply looking to expand your network, this event offers the perfect environment to connect, collaborate, and grow. **DRESS CODE: BUSINESS CASUAL** ### About Stellar Socials by Limitless Stellar Socials is a premier networking experience hosting high-quality events across North America. We bring together top-tier professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives in a stylish, high-energy environment designed for real connections. Our mission is simple: create powerful spaces where connections turn into opportunities. ### Who Attends? Expect a curated mix of driven professionals, including: • **Real Estate Professionals** – Agents, brokers, developers, investors, and builders • **Interior Designers** – Designers, decorators, and creative consultants • **Construction Leaders** – Contractors, project managers, architects, and engineers • **Renovation Specialists** – Builders, flippers, and home improvement experts • **Entrepreneurs & Investors** – Business owners and growth-focused professionals • **Startups & Innovators** – Companies seeking partnerships and exposure • **Job Seekers & Graduates** – Ambitious individuals entering the industry • **Media & Marketing Professionals** – Creators covering real estate & design trends 📍 **Age Group:** 21–55 \| **Venue:** 21+ (Bar Setting) ### What to Expect ✨ High-value conversations around real estate trends, design innovation, and development ✨ Opportunities to meet industry leaders, collaborators, and future partners ✨ Career and business growth insights ✨ A relaxed, upscale social environment designed for natural networking Whether you attend solo or with friends, you’ll leave with valuable connections, fresh ideas, and new opportunities. ### The Stellar Socials Experience Our events are intentionally designed to feel effortless and high-quality. No pressure—just genuine conversations, strong energy, and the right people in the room. Come ready to connect, collaborate, and elevate your network. ### Join the Community 📲 Instagram: @stellarsocialsbylimitless 📘 Facebook: Stellar Socials by Limitless 🎥 TikTok: @stellar.socials ### Notice of Photography Please note: Photos and videos will be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed. If you prefer not to appear, please inform an event organizer upon arrival.
Dupont Morning Code
Sat, Aug 29, 5:00 PM[Summary] This meetup is for those who are interested in code, web development, design, cloud, or AI. All levels are welcome, so feel free to bring your laptop and discuss what you are working on or what you are learning. You can share your projects and ideas with other participants freely. There are outlets and WiFi, drinks are about $5 for tea, they take card only. [Price] Attendance is FREE. But you need to buy something from the venue. [Policies] \- We do not tolerate harassment of our members \- We remind users that that this meetup is intended for networking and hobby development\, and any attempts at using this meetup event as a dating platform will not be not be tolerated Further information: https://torontostack.exchange/
Community Photo event-Automotive building during CNE
Thu, Sep 3, 9:30 PMThe Grand Finale of Our Community Photo Summer Camp Series Get ready for a very special photography experience as West Toronto Photography Group takes over one of Exhibition Place’s most spectacular historic spaces for the finale of our 2026 Community Photo Summer Camp series! ## Link for tickets -https://www.wtpg.ngo/event-details/community-photo-summer-camp-finale-pwyc-workshop-at-automotive-building-during-cne ## About the event # ART DECO, LIGHT & FORM ### The Grand Finale of Our Community Photo Summer Camp Series Get ready for a very special photography experience as **West Toronto Photography Group** takes over one of Exhibition Place’s most spectacular historic spaces for the **finale of our 2026 Community Photo Summer Camp series!** For this workshop, we’re bringing together **architecture, fashion, creative styling and professional studio lighting** inside the breathtaking **Automotive Building at Exhibition Place**. Built in **1929**, the Automotive Building is a remarkable piece of Toronto architectural history. Designed by Toronto architect Douglas Kertland during the height of the Art Deco era, its bold geometric forms, elegant Beaux-Arts influences and grand exhibition spaces were originally created to showcase the automobile. At its opening, it was described as the largest structure in North America designed exclusively for displaying passenger vehicles. And now, nearly a century later, we're going to put it to a very different use: **making photographs.**  ## ✨ LIGHT. FASHION. ARCHITECTURE. We're bringing some serious lighting firepower to this workshop, including **Elinchrom 5 flashes**, giving participants the opportunity to work with professional lighting equipment and explore how controlled light can transform both a subject and an architectural environment. Adding to the creative experience, designer **Adrianna Fulop** will be styling our model in a stunning custom look designed to complement the character, scale and drama of this incredible building. We'll experiment with dramatic lighting, directional light, shadow, shape and composition while using the Automotive Building's architecture as our enormous studio. Think **Art Deco glamour meets contemporary fashion photography**. And because the **Canadian National Exhibition is happening at the same time**, your workshop experience also includes access to the CNE after the evening workshop. That means you can make a full photographic adventure out of the evening—exploring Exhibition Place, photographing the CNE and taking advantage of all the visual possibilities surrounding the workshop after.  ## 📸 OUR COMMUNITY PHOTO SUMMER CAMP FINALE This is the **LAST Community Photo Summer Camp event of the summer**—and we're going out with a bang! As with our summer series, this is a **Pay What You Can community photography event**, designed to make professional photography education and creative opportunities accessible to as many photographers as possible. We're limiting the workshop to **just 12 photographers**. That small-group format means more shooting time, more opportunities to work with the lighting setups, more questions answered and more individual attention from the instructor.  ### ONLY 12 SPOTS — PAY WHAT YOU CAN There is **no fixed cost workshop fee**. Choose what you can afford to pay and help us continue bringing accessible photography education and community arts programming to Toronto. This workshop includes access to the CNE grounds in the evening after the workshop ## THE WORKSHOP TEAM **Instructor:** Phil Sutherland **Designer/Stylist:** Adrianna Fulop **Model:** To be announced **Assistant:** Volunteer to be announced ## WHAT YOU'LL EXPLORE This is an intermediate-level lighting workshop focused on creating strong, intentional photographs using the relationship between **light, shadow, fashion, architecture and form**. We'll explore: * Professional Elinchrom flash techniques * Lighting large architectural spaces * Working with directional and dramatic light * Balancing ambient light with flash * Creating shape and dimension with light * Using architecture as a compositional element * Fashion and editorial-style photography * Working collaboratively with a model and stylist * Developing creative lighting setups rather than simply copying a formula * Making the most of a challenging and visually spectacular location Most importantly, **you'll be shooting**. This isn't a workshop where you spend three hours watching someone else make photographs. ## THE AUTOMOTIVE BUILDING The Automotive Building is one of the hidden architectural gems of Exhibition Place. Opened in 1929 during Toronto's fascination with the automobile, the building originally housed the CNE's National Motor Show. During the Second World War it was even used by the Royal Canadian Navy as **HMCS York**. Today, its dramatic interior, monumental scale and distinctive period architecture make it an extraordinary location for photography. We're incredibly excited to have the opportunity to bring our community into this historic space and see what we can create together. ## WHAT TO BRING Please bring: * DSLR, mirrorless or medium-format camera * Your preferred lenses * Fully charged batteries * Freshly formatted memory card(s) * A general-purpose lens * Pen and paper if you'd like to take notes **Tripods and camera supports are not required.** ### WIRELESS TRIGGERS We provide wireless triggers for most mainstream camera systems. If you're unsure whether your camera is compatible, contact us before the workshop and we'll be happy to confirm. ## MODEL RELEASE A **West Toronto Photography Group model release** will be provided to each participant. The release covers non-commercial photography and images created for educational and training purposes. The model will sign the releases, and printed copies will be provided to participating photographers. ## ABOUT WEST TORONTO PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP **West Toronto Photography Group is an Indigenous-run, not-for-profit arts organization** dedicated to supporting photographers, sharing knowledge and making photography and arts programming accessible to the community. Our workshops are about more than learning technical skills. They're about **meeting other photographers, experimenting, building confidence, creating new work and having a great time making photographs together.** ## ONE LAST SUMMER SHOOT. ONE AMAZING LOCATION. We've spent the summer photographing, learning and exploring Toronto together. Now we're bringing the series to one of Exhibition Place's most spectacular historic buildings for a finale that combines **Art Deco architecture, fashion, professional lighting and the energy of the CNE.** **Only 12 spots. Pay What You Can. Professional Elinchrom lighting. An incredible designer. A stunning location. And one last chance to make photographs with the WTPG community this summer.** **Come join us for the finale. Let's make some magic with light.** Thank you to Exhibition Place for access to this amazing building, Thank you to CNE for the passes and Elinchrom for the amazing flash gear. Once signed up and confirmed we will email everyone with specific instructions on entry point and location details, but we will be meeting in an easy to meet point at the Princes gate at 5:30
Drop-in event: Step inside India | Cultural Trips
Wed, Sep 2, 10:30 PMJoin Curated Corridors for a relaxed, walk-through preview of our upcoming small-group journeys to India in 2027 and 2028. This is not a seated presentation, seminar or conventional travel sales event. Drop in at any point during the event hours, move through the experience at your own pace and stay for as long as you like. ## **Step Inside the Journey** Explore the routes, accommodations, destinations and cultural experiences that shape a Curated Corridors journey. Through maps, photographs, itinerary details and visual storytelling, you will get a clearer sense of where we travel, how our small groups experience each place and what thoughtful travel in India can feel like. You will also have the opportunity to: * Explore upcoming 2027 and 2028 journey options * Speak directly with the woman who create and host the journeys * Ask questions about the itinerary, accommodations, travel style and booking process * Meet other culturally curious people who may become future travel companions * Enjoy chai and light refreshments while exploring the space ## ## **Featured Small Group Journey** ### **The Regal Corridor** **Delhi · Agra · Jaipur · Tijara** At the event, you can explore upcoming departure options for 2027 and speak with the host about which timing or journey may suit you. ## **Who Should Attend?** This event is for you if you: * Love Indian culture, history, food, architecture, art, craft or design * Have always wanted to visit India * Are considering travel in 2027 or 2028 * Prefer a thoughtfully planned small group over a large organized tour * Want cultural insight and personal support while travelling * Would like to meet the hosts or possible fellow travellers before deciding * Want to ask questions in an informal, welcoming setting Come on your own, with a friend or with someone you may wish to travel with. ## **Event Details** **Wednesday, September 2, 2026** **6.30 pm to 8.30 pm** Liberty Village, Toronto (Registration is required, link will be shared after you RSVP) This is a drop-in event. Guests may arrive at any point during the published event hours.
Community Photo Camp Finale! PWYC Workshop at Automotive building during CNE
Thu, Sep 3, 9:30 PMThe Grand Finale of Our Community Photo Summer Camp Series Get ready for a very special photography experience as West Toronto Photography Group takes over one of Exhibition Place’s most spectacular historic spaces for the finale of our 2026 Community Photo Summer Camp series! ## Link for tickets -https://www.wtpg.ngo/event-details/community-photo-summer-camp-finale-pwyc-workshop-at-automotive-building-during-cne ## About the event # ART DECO, LIGHT & FORM ### The Grand Finale of Our Community Photo Summer Camp Series Get ready for a very special photography experience as **West Toronto Photography Group** takes over one of Exhibition Place’s most spectacular historic spaces for the **finale of our 2026 Community Photo Summer Camp series!** For this workshop, we’re bringing together **architecture, fashion, creative styling and professional studio lighting** inside the breathtaking **Automotive Building at Exhibition Place**. Built in **1929**, the Automotive Building is a remarkable piece of Toronto architectural history. Designed by Toronto architect Douglas Kertland during the height of the Art Deco era, its bold geometric forms, elegant Beaux-Arts influences and grand exhibition spaces were originally created to showcase the automobile. At its opening, it was described as the largest structure in North America designed exclusively for displaying passenger vehicles. And now, nearly a century later, we're going to put it to a very different use: **making photographs.**  ## ✨ LIGHT. FASHION. ARCHITECTURE. We're bringing some serious lighting firepower to this workshop, including **Elinchrom 5 flashes**, giving participants the opportunity to work with professional lighting equipment and explore how controlled light can transform both a subject and an architectural environment. Adding to the creative experience, designer **Adrianna Fulop** will be styling our model in a stunning custom look designed to complement the character, scale and drama of this incredible building. We'll experiment with dramatic lighting, directional light, shadow, shape and composition while using the Automotive Building's architecture as our enormous studio. Think **Art Deco glamour meets contemporary fashion photography**. And because the **Canadian National Exhibition is happening at the same time**, your workshop experience also includes access to the CNE after the evening workshop. That means you can make a full photographic adventure out of the evening—exploring Exhibition Place, photographing the CNE and taking advantage of all the visual possibilities surrounding the workshop after.  ## 📸 OUR COMMUNITY PHOTO SUMMER CAMP FINALE This is the **LAST Community Photo Summer Camp event of the summer**—and we're going out with a bang! As with our summer series, this is a **Pay What You Can community photography event**, designed to make professional photography education and creative opportunities accessible to as many photographers as possible. We're limiting the workshop to **just 12 photographers**. That small-group format means more shooting time, more opportunities to work with the lighting setups, more questions answered and more individual attention from the instructor.  ### ONLY 12 SPOTS — PAY WHAT YOU CAN There is **no fixed cost workshop fee**. Choose what you can afford to pay and help us continue bringing accessible photography education and community arts programming to Toronto. This workshop includes access to the CNE grounds in the evening after the workshop ## THE WORKSHOP TEAM **Instructor:** Phil Sutherland **Designer/Stylist:** Adrianna Fulop **Model:** To be announced **Assistant:** Volunteer to be announced ## WHAT YOU'LL EXPLORE This is an intermediate-level lighting workshop focused on creating strong, intentional photographs using the relationship between **light, shadow, fashion, architecture and form**. We'll explore: * Professional Elinchrom flash techniques * Lighting large architectural spaces * Working with directional and dramatic light * Balancing ambient light with flash * Creating shape and dimension with light * Using architecture as a compositional element * Fashion and editorial-style photography * Working collaboratively with a model and stylist * Developing creative lighting setups rather than simply copying a formula * Making the most of a challenging and visually spectacular location Most importantly, **you'll be shooting**. This isn't a workshop where you spend three hours watching someone else make photographs. ## THE AUTOMOTIVE BUILDING The Automotive Building is one of the hidden architectural gems of Exhibition Place. Opened in 1929 during Toronto's fascination with the automobile, the building originally housed the CNE's National Motor Show. During the Second World War it was even used by the Royal Canadian Navy as **HMCS York**. Today, its dramatic interior, monumental scale and distinctive period architecture make it an extraordinary location for photography. We're incredibly excited to have the opportunity to bring our community into this historic space and see what we can create together. ## WHAT TO BRING Please bring: * DSLR, mirrorless or medium-format camera * Your preferred lenses * Fully charged batteries * Freshly formatted memory card(s) * A general-purpose lens * Pen and paper if you'd like to take notes **Tripods and camera supports are not required.** ### WIRELESS TRIGGERS We provide wireless triggers for most mainstream camera systems. If you're unsure whether your camera is compatible, contact us before the workshop and we'll be happy to confirm. ## MODEL RELEASE A **West Toronto Photography Group model release** will be provided to each participant. The release covers non-commercial photography and images created for educational and training purposes. The model will sign the releases, and printed copies will be provided to participating photographers. ## ABOUT WEST TORONTO PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP **West Toronto Photography Group is an Indigenous-run, not-for-profit arts organization** dedicated to supporting photographers, sharing knowledge and making photography and arts programming accessible to the community. Our workshops are about more than learning technical skills. They're about **meeting other photographers, experimenting, building confidence, creating new work and having a great time making photographs together.** ## ONE LAST SUMMER SHOOT. ONE AMAZING LOCATION. We've spent the summer photographing, learning and exploring Toronto together. Now we're bringing the series to one of Exhibition Place's most spectacular historic buildings for a finale that combines **Art Deco architecture, fashion, professional lighting and the energy of the CNE.** **Only 12 spots. Pay What You Can. Professional Elinchrom lighting. An incredible designer. A stunning location. And one last chance to make photographs with the WTPG community this summer.** **Come join us for the finale. Let's make some magic with light.** Thank you to Exhibition Place for access to this amazing building, Thank you to CNE for the passes and Elinchrom for the amazing flash gear. Once signed up and confirmed we will email everyone with specific instructions on entry point and location details, but we will be meeting in an easy to meet point at the Princes gate at 5:30
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