Category: Giving

#GirlsNightShopping with #CFFairview

By shesinfluential April 13, 2016

Shopping is always a blast – who doesn’t love scooping up a great deal? Or heading to the mall with your girlfriends for a day of dress-up and gossip? That’s why I was so excited to hear about CF Fairview’s great new event! Every Thursday night in April, CF Fairview will be throwing a Girls Night Shopping Event! They’re combining fashion, beauty, cuisine, and of course great company to bring you a night full of laughter, fun, and of course – pampering! This night is a great excuse to bring your friends and family together for an exclusive shopping event. Kelly Vieira, the General Manager of the CF Fairview Mall says “We’ve created an exclusive Lounge to thank our customers for their patronage while giving shoppers a place to relax and be pampered.”

They’ve set up an exclusive lounge on the top floor of the shopping centre, adjacent to Sears, which will be full of exclusive promotions and services courtesy participating fashion and beauty retailers, as well as libations. Customers who spend a minimum of $100 at select CF Fairview mall stores every Thursday evening in April from 5 to 9 will receive a custom reusable shopping bag granting exclusive access to the private lounge. There will be delicious food and beverages available, as well as fabulous beauty services. On display will be the latest in fashion and beauty trends. Over thirty different stores from the CF family will be participating, so there’s a little something for everyone! To pick up your bag, stop by one of the 36 participating retailers and spend a minimum of $100 on any items of your choice.

The bonus? There’s a charitable aspect to the night as well. If you fill and return the shopping bag with gently used clothing, you will receive a $10 CF SHOP! Card. All clothing donations go to the incredible One More Wear Foundation. Make your way to the Girls Night Lounge or the Guest Services desk by Entrance 4 to donate your gently used clothing. Every time you return a bag you are eligible for a $10 CF SHOP! Gift card redeemable at any retailer in the complex.

One More Wear foundation is a great Toronto-based non-profit organization looks to improve the lives of GTA young and women. The foundation is youth-run, and provides young men and women across the GTA with clothing so they can look the sharpest for job interviews or when they’re out with their friends. They will be collecting donations all throughout Thursdays April in partnership with CF Fairview. They will be accepting men and women’s clothing including pants, dresses, shirts, sweaters, shoes, bags, and belts. By providing quality clothing to youth in need, The One More Wear Foundation is enhancing the opportunities available to them, delivering the confidence to pursue their life’s goals – academic, social, career-driven, and otherwise.

Weekly Girls Night shopping event and Lounge hosted every Thursday from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. rewards shoppers while giving back to the community

For more information about Girls Night including a full list for retailers and promotion details, please visit www.cffairviewmall.com.

Links: www.onemorewear.org

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April is #DaffodilMonth

By shesinfluential April 11, 2016

Have you been seeing lots of beautiful yellow flowers pinned to the lapels of passersby lately? That’s because April is Daffodil Month! All April, Loblaws is selling fresh daffodils across Ontario to support those people who live with Cancer.

I don’t think anyone hasn’t known someone who has been touched by cancer. Unfortunately, cancer is a huge evil that many of us know too well. But the good thing is, there is hope. Scientists are doing amazing research to get us closer to the cure, and there are so many incredible volunteers helping sufferers through the disease. There are so many wonderful resources out there, from wig workshops to family information centres.

Did you know that because of Canada’s growing and aging population, cancer cases will jump up by 40% by 2030? That’s one of the many reasons it’s so important to support such a great cause. The Canadian Cancer Society provides vital services to cancer sufferers and their families. Donations go towards funding life-saving research, and incredibly important support services like counseling. With our help, fewer people will have to suffer through the ravages of the disease.

Buying and wearing Daffodil pins will support the society both financially, and show people who suffer from the disease that they do not have to face the disease alone.

“Loblaw’s generous support for Daffodil Month is especially important this year,” explains Susan Drodge, Director of Corporate Partnerships for the Canadian Cancer Society in Ontario. “As a charity, we must do whatever it takes to ensure we can meet the expected jump in demand for our support services over the next 15 years. It is comforting to have a partner like Loblaw in our corner.”

Stop by your local Loblaws, Zehrs, Valu-mart, Real Canadian Superstore and Your Independent Grocer locations across the province to pick up your daffodils! All locations will be selling daffodil pins, as well as fresh-cut and potted daffodils. For every potted or fresh-cut daffodil sold, the retailer will donate $2 to the great cause.

To date, the Canadian Cancer Society and Loblaws have raised over $221,000 through this phenomenal collaboration.

Fresh cut daffodils start at $4.99, and potted daffodils are $5.99. Pick yours up today!

Send me a photo of your freshly planted daffodils or tweet it here.

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Indigo’s #LiveInColor Collection – Novelty Gifts

By shesinfluential April 1, 2016

Are you

Do you a birthday or gift-giving event coming up? Even if the receiving party isn’t an avid book worm, Indigo still has lots of wonderful gift ideas to crack a smile on someone you love.

See the full collection here

For those handy fellows in your life, the Gentlemen Handware Pen Knife has everything you need for your day to day tasks!

Growing plants at home is easy with Basil EcoCubes – add water and watch it grow!

Perfect for the guy on the go, Gentlemen’s shoe shine kit, including two shades of polish and brushes.

Travelling soon? This adorable bag tag (it says “Off We Go”) by Kate Spade is a great way to identify your bag!

Metallic Rings are such a fun way to add a little bling to an outfit without purchasing loads of jewelry.

How fun would this Smartphone Projector be on a movie night? Just hook your iPhone or Android device to the projector and you can display your Netflix or whatever movie you may have on your device, or even a slideshow of photos!

Love billiards but have limited space in your home? This tabletop billiards game is perfect for kids and adults alike. Pop it on top of your kitchen or dining room table and you’re ready to play!

Add a little sunshine to your computer with this Keyboard Cover

Puzzle wizards will freak over this little wooden mind game!

This retractable back scratcher is ideal for all those hard-to-reach places.

For the avid-traveller, you can scratch out each country of the world as you visit it on this world map

Which gift catches your eye? Let me know by commenting below or tweeting at me at @Shes_Influential.

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Join us at the #SupportPrincessMargaret Twitter Party and Periscope February 17, 2016 to help support Cancer Research

By shesinfluential February 15, 2016

The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation will be hosting a Twitter Party! Join the twitter party and find out how you can help support #CancerResearch at one of the top 5 cancer research centres in the world.

#SupportPrincessMargaret Twitter Party
Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Time: 7:00pm -8:00pm ET
Hosts: @thePMCF @PMLotto
NO RSVP
Prizing: $1,500 in VISA Gift Cards
Canada Only

Details: http://twubs.com/SupportPrincessMargaret

About the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

With your help, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre will continue to lead the way as one of the top 5 cancer research centres in the world.

Why Purchase a Princess Margaret Cancer Ticket Home Lottery Ticket?

Your ticket purchase supports:

Canada’s biggest cancer research program
One of the biggest cancer clinical trials programs in the world
Canada’s biggest and most comprehensive immunotherapy program
The biggest single-site radiation medicine program in the world
The biggest cancer surgical team in Canada

At one of the top 5 cancer research centres in the world.

This year The Big Ticket jut got Bigger!

What is the BIGGER ticket? We’re glad you asked – get excited! The Princess Margaret Home Lottery is here featuring the BIGGEST Grand Prize Ever: A $3.7 Million Kleinburg Showhome + Muskoka Lakefront Cottage + $100,000 CASH! One winner gets it all.

Why is this the Biggest Grand Prize Ever?

They are offering the #BIGGEST grand prize ever because they are the BIGGEST cancer research program in Canada.

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Home Lottery Social Footprint

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#MirrorBall2015

By shesinfluential November 23, 2015

On Saturday, I got the pleasure of attending Mirror Ball and Mirror Ball After Dark.

Mirror Ball is in support of two wonderful foundations – FacingCancer.ca and Look Good Feel Better. For a woman diagnosed with cancer, fear and uncertainty becomes a constant companion. The ravages of cancer treatments are horrifying – it can leave a woman anxious, shocked, and insecure. Beauty Gives Back is a charitable initiative of the Canadian beauty industry. They use the tools of the trade to help women look good and feel better every day, through cosmetic and hair alternative workshops and a strong community.

Look Good Feel Better is a program that creates workshops to teach women and men how to deal with the visual effects of cancer and improving their self-esteem. They offer complimentary group, individual and self-help beauty sessions that create a sense of support, confidence, courage, and community. They offer a wide selection of virtual guides and tips – from picking the right wig for you to step by step makeup tutorials.

FacingCancer.ca is an online support system for those facing the disease. It’s designer to offer support, provide a cancer information network and cancer support resources and tools to help women and their loved ones manage the social and emotional effects of cancer

The night started off with an ultra-glam cocktail hour in the silent auction rooms. Delicious hors d’ouevres were passed around, from polenta fries to falafel bites to gazpacho soup. Hillberg & Berk sponsored a champagne flute game – purchase one glass of champagne for $100 and win a pair of their signature bauble earrings! You also were entered to win the 10,000 ring raffled off at the end of the night. Hudson’s Bay and Shopper’s Drug Mart sponsored a balloon pop. Purchase a ticket for $100, pop a balloon of a dress and automatically win a giftcard of $125 or more!

In the night’s auction were some absolutely jaw dropping prizes – the live auction offered up a brand new Ford Mustang, all inclusive trip to Amsterdam, and tickets to the Leafs and the Raptors in the best seat in the house! The silent auction offered more great prizes including Steam Whistle brewery tours, electronics, and every beauty product under the sun. The event is sponsored by Shoppers Drug Mart, Estee Lauder, Coty, Hudson’s Bay, Johnson & Johnson, Quadrant,Teva, TJX Canada, Hillberg & Berk.

During the dinner we heard from some of the fashion and beauty industry’s most influential. Singer Jully Black performed an assortment of her hits, and Sangita Patel and Matte Babel emceed. Executive Director of Beauty Gives Back Canada Sherry Abbott informed us on why it’s important to give back to such a phenomenal cause.

#MirrorBallAfterDark – the ultra chic Mirror Ball after party – was not one to miss. Some of the fun activation stations included a Moscato Slushie Bar sponsored by Barefoot Wine and a manicure and make-up station sponsored by Birchbox Canada. There were delicious hors d’ouevres being passed around too – I had more than one serving of truffle fries. Musical guests The Collective with Miles Raine had us dancing all night long with their groovy sax stylings.
Next year’s Mirror Ball will definitely not be one to miss! Be sure to donate at www.beautygivesback.ca

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#MirrorBall2015

By shesinfluential November 19, 2015

This year’s Mirror Ball is slated to be one of the most glamorous events of the year – the black tie event brings together the biggest names in the Canadian fashion and beauty industries for an event that is not only glamorous, but gives back. The event is sponsored by Shoppers Drug Mart, Estee Lauder, Coty, Hudson’s Bay, Johnson & Johnson, Quadrant,Teva, TJX Canada, Hillberg & Berk.

LIVE ON PERISCOPE

Can’t make it to the event? We’re going to be LIVE at Mirror Ball and Mirror Ball After Party! Join us on Twitter, Instagram, and Periscope at @BGBCanada using the hashtag #MirrorBallAfterDark. We’ll be speaking with the most influential people in the fashion & beauty industry. We’ll also be giving viewers an exclusive eye into the coolest party of the year! Miles Raine and the Collective will be playing to keep you dancing all night, and visitors can enjoy booths from Birchbox, Barefoot Wine, Swarovski, and Hudson’s Bay.

How to join:

Download the free Periscope Apponto your smartphone
Sign in with your Twitter account or create an account
Touch the icon on the bottom far right of the screen (the three people icon)
Touch the search icon, top left of the screen
Type BeautyGivesBack
Follow! You’ll get a notification when we’re live or you can check by touching the TV icon on the bottom left of your home screen

Why Support #MirrorBall2015 ?

By supporting Mirror Ball, you support an incredibly movement and ensure that the Look Good Feel Better and FacingCancer.ca programs continue to be available to women who need them. You also support the creation of vital new avenues of support.

#MirrorBallAfterDark

The celebrations don’t end after Mirror Ball does – this year Mirror Ball is opening it’s doors for #MirrorBallAfterDark. #MirrorBallAfterDark is the most glamorous after party in town. Musical guests The Collective with Miles Raine will have you dancing and you’ll enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres, premium bar and gifting suites.

Mirror Ball After Dark is presented by a selection of premium sponsors – including Notable.Ca, Swarovksi, BirchBox, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly, FLOW Water, Toronto Life, and Hudson’s Bay.

Liberty Grand | 25 British Columbia Rd, Toronto
Doors Open | 10:00PM
Dress Code | Moonlight Glam

It’s not too late to get tickets! Visit mirror-ball.ca for more information.

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Canadian Food Banks – #HungerCount2015

By shesinfluential November 17, 2015

On Tuesday, November 17th, the annual Hunger Counts report was released. HungerCount is the only comprehensive annual national report on hunger and food banks used in Canada.

In March 2015, 852,137 people received food from a food bank in Canada. More than one-third of those helped were children.

Food bank use in March was 1.3% higher compared to the same period in 2014 and 26% higher than in 2008, before the start of the global financial crisis. Half of the provinces experienced increases in food bank use in 2015. Hardest hit was Alberta, where unemployment increased by 10% between March 2014 and 2015 in the wake of the dropping price of oil. Three-quarters of food banks in this province reported an increase in use. Nationally, 54% of food banks reported an increase in the number of people requesting food assistance.

It has now been seven years since food bank use reached a low point of 675,735 individuals in March 2008. The need for food banks spiked drastically in 2009 and has hovered at record levels ever since.

Help share these statistics to raise awareness about hunger in Canada! Read more at https://www.foodbankscanada.ca/Hunger-in-Canada/HungerCount-2015.aspx

Watch the video here:

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LAST CHANCE: Support #PMLotto

By shesinfluential November 16, 2015

It is your last chance to support the phenomenal work at the #PMLotto by purchasing a ticket for the Welcome Home Sweepstakes. Hurry! The draw ends on November 19th! These days, everyone knows someone, or has been personally struck by cancer. It is a horrendous disease, targeting anyone and everyone. The Princess Margaret Welcome Home Sweepstakes is raising support for the phenomenal research done at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre.

Wednesday, Nov 18^th – Final Deadline is Midnight Tomorrow

Thursday, Nov 19 – Final Deadline is Midnight Tonight

It is the Last Chance to win the 4.2 Million Oakville Showhome Designed By Brian Gluckstein

It’s just One Big Prize after Another

50/50 is over 3.3 Million and growing – winner takes half! Think of what you can buy with that!

Cash Calendars available until Midnight Thursday – $25,000 everyday in December with $100,000 Fridays! Cash calendars will be available even after Sweepstakes tickets sell out!

So Why Support the #PMLotto?

Why is not just a question. It’s our quest. At The Princess Margaret, we believe it is the most noble and necessary quest of all — to conquer cancer in our lifetime.Why drives everything we do. From Dr. Tak Mak’s discovery of the “Holy Grail of immunology,” the T-cell receptor, to leading the way in Personalized Cancer Medicine, why drives us every day.Pursuing why requires your support. Help us transform lives with breakthrough cancer research and new therapies.

The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is one of the top 5 Cancer research centres in the world, and with your help they can continue to pursue ground breaking research

How can you support?

By ordering one of the Princess Margaret Welcome Home Sweepstakes Tickets you are not only supporting cancer research, but you are also entered to win one of many amazing prizes. There’s no time to wait so click here to head over to the site and order your tickets now. With your help, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre will continue to lead the way as one of the top five cancer research centers in the world. They can’t continue to do the invaluable work they do, in this fight against cancer, without your help. Visit their site, order your tickets, and together we will win this fight.

One of the beautiful prizes – A dreamy Kawartha cottage! Check out the rest of the amazing prizes here.

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Dreaming Of A New Ride? PMLotto Is Giving Away Amazing Cars!

By shesinfluential November 2, 2015

Have you been longing to own a luxury car such as a BMW, Audi, Mercedes, or a Mustang? Well your dreams can come true with The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Welcome Home Sweepstakes vehicle prizes this year!

Did you know that PM Lotto is giving away the following cars as prizes this year?

2016 BMW i3

2016 BMW X4 xDrive 28i

2016 Audi Q3 2.0T Technik Quattro

2016 Ford Mustang EcoBoost

2016 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Crew Cab

2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 4-Matic

2016 Mini Cooper

2016 Smart For Two Electric Drive Coupe

Are you drooling yet? Make sure you order your tickets before the Early Bird Deadline on November 5th, midnight.

You can also increase your chances to win prizes by participating in the Twitter party happening on November 2nd with special guest, Brian Gluckstein. Following are the details to the party:

Monday November 2, 2015
7:00pm ET
Hosts: @PMLotto @HouseandHome
Guest: @GlucksteinHome
Moderators: @thePMCF @ChristineLasky
NO RSVP
Prizing:10 x $100 each in @HudsonsBay Gift Cards

Canada Only

Make sure to participate with the hashtag #SupportPrincessMargaret! For those of you who are new to Twitter parties, use the Twubs platform to join in on the conversation. You just need to login with your twitter account: http://twubs.com/SupportPrincessMargaret

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Have You Checked Out PMLotto Vacation Giveaways Yet? If You Haven’t, They’re Amazing!

By shesinfluential November 2, 2015

There’s a huge buzz about The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Welcome Home Sweepstakes online, and its understandable considering the amazing prizes they’re giving away this year. Not only is this an amazing charity lottery to raise funds for Cancer research and care, the sweepstakes offer its participants incredible giveaways that are unparalleled to other lottery prizes in Canada!

This year, among million dollar prizes, PM Lotto is offering 10 vacation packages. From serene Ontario getaway in the picturesque Mukoka county to the dazzling sunny beaches of Mexico and Cuba, there is an entire line up of exotic and cultural destinations waiting to be claimed.

What are some vacation packages being offered?

12 Days Italy Tour

11 Days Germany Rhine Cruise

10 Nashville to New Orleans, Musical Heritage Tour

8 Days Scottsdale to Las Vegas, Canyon Country Adventure

7 Days in Bahamas

7 Days in Cuba (2 Adults, 2 Children)

7 Nights in Las Vegas

3 Nights, Severn Lodge, Muskoka (2 Adults, 2 Children)

7 Days: Mexico (2 Adults, 2 Children)

2 Nights The Lodge at Pine Cove, French River, ON

By ordering your tickets, not only do you have a chance to win one of these fantastic vacations but you know that you are contributing to a great cause! #SupportPrincessMargaret by ordering your tickets Early Bird Tickets before the deadline on November 5th, midnight.

Want to find out more? Make sure to catch special guest Brian Glucskstein tonight at the Twitter Party and join in the conversation about beautiful homes, finding cures, and how we can all win The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.

Here are the details to the party. Make sure to use #SupportPrincessMargaret:

Monday November 2, 2015
7:00pm ET
Hosts: @PMLotto @HouseandHome
Guest: @GlucksteinHome
Moderators: @thePMCF @ChristineLasky
NO RSVP
Prizing:10 x $100 each in @HudsonsBay Gift Cards

Canada Only

For those of you who are new to Twitter parties, use the Twubs platform to join in on the conversation. You just need to login with your twitter account: http://twubs.com/SupportPrincessMargaret.