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 Toronto's Venue for Entertainment or Business |
6900 Airport Rd Toronto, ON L4V 1E8 Canada +1 905 677 6131 / +1 800 567 1199 http://www.internationalcentre... |
Also known as Hall 5, Arrow Hall is Toronto's 100,000 square-foot entertainment facility. Located inside the International Centre near the Pearson Airport, the hall is a year-round concert venue and hosts various trade and consumer shows, sports, festivals and other corporate and special events. Designed with superior acoustics and an in-house sound system, several popular music groups such as Radiohead and the Dave Matthews Band have performed here. Arrow Hall features column free space ensuring that everyone has the best seat in the house. The hall holds up to 9000 people for a general admission show and 8000 for a theatre-style set up. Free parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Leisurely tours |
70 Bond Street Toronto, ON M5B 1X3 Canada +1 416 864 1354 (Head Office) / +1 866 551 9090 (Toll Free) http://www.butterfield.com/ |
At Butterfield & Robinson they believe in slowing down the pace of the journey, so that you get ample time to take in the true beauty of a place. If you are one of those who don't enjoy hurried holidays planned by the usual tour operators, then you know where to head. Enjoy various events and activities while you travel. Whether you're headed to London or Egypt, Austria or India, the whole process of reaching there and finding your way around is made easier with the help of these Canadian tour operators. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 One crew cut please! |
164 Davenport Toronto, ON M5R1J2 Canada +1 416 966 4636 |
Do you need to switch from that Wolverine look to the Professor X style? Head to CRU in Rosedale to defuzz or even get a facial! Check out the dexterity with which the crew go snipping and swishing with their razors and scissors. Pedicures services are on offer too! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic event venue |
444 Yonge Street, 7th Floor Toronto, ON M5B 2H4 Canada +1 416 597 1931 http://www.thecarlu.com/ |
This historic venue is named after its architect Jacques Carlu. Previously known as Eaton's Seventh Floor, it hosts fund raisers, awards ceremonies and even business conventions. Catering is also undertaken, and with a little help from the in-house consultants, you may choose from a variety of cuisines including fusion food and kosher dishes. Drinks, including non-alcoholic beverages and spring water, are also served during events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Add style to space |
114-B Caster Avenue Suite 2, Woodbridge Toronto, ON L4L 5Y9 Canada +1 905 264 9878 / +1 888 438 6742 (Toll Free) http://www.closetfactory.com/ |
Come here and check out the custom designed closets, home-offices, pantries, wall units, laundry rooms and garages, built with design and functionality in mind. Just walk in with your requirements and let the expert staff take care of the rest. Different kinds of wood combined with the best of accessories are used to create these thoughtful designs. The elegantly designed units not only motivate you but also help you get more organized. So, how about an inspiring change at home? Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fussy people not allowed! |
19 Charlotte Street Toronto, ON M5V 2H5 Canada +1 416 260 0999 / +1 800 708 7761 (Toll Free) http://www.gapadventures.com/ |
Is globe-trotting your passion but you need a reliable tour guide? Do not fear as G.A.P. Adventures is here! Whether it is an Alaskan cruise, an Australian amusement park, a heritage tour across Italy or a family vacation across North America, this company will offer the best in dwellings, packages, sight-seeing, and shopping. You do not have to worry about a thing once you are in the safe hands of its efficient and professional team. You could be traveling in a huge group or alone; the folks here will cater to all your needs and requirements. The downside is that they do not arrange for visas and airport transfers, so those need to be taken care of by the travelers themselves. FYI, please leave your Chanel boots and fancy clutches at home; a simple knapsack is all you need! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Canada's Leading Multipurpose Facility |
6900 Airport Rd Toronto, ON L4V 1E8 Canada +1 905 677 6131 / +1 800 567 1199 http://www.internationalcentre... |
Previously the De Havilland aircraft plant, the International Centre is now one of the only few privately-owned trade and consumer show exhibition facilities in Canada. Along with hosting over 100 exhibitions annually, this one-million square foot centre provides space for meetings, concerts, banquets, cultural events, warehouse sales, corporate and many other special events. The centre includes a 100,000 sq. ft. exhibit hall, meeting rooms, four ballrooms, full-service restaurants, concessions, and free parking. Close to the Pearson Airport, several hotels and restaurants are conveniently located near the International Centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A meeting place for 40,000 |
255 Front St W (At John) Toronto, ON M5V 2W6 Canada +1 416 585 8000 http://www.mtccc.com/ |
Perfectly situated in downtown Toronto, this is Canada's largest convention centre and is able to host up to 40,000 Shriners at one time, minus the little cars. Adjacent to the SkyDome, CN Tower, the Crowne Plaza-Toronto Centre and across the street from the Canadian Broadcast Centre, this is the premier location for any type of convention traffic. The complex consists of a North and South Building plus the John Bassett Theatre. The ballroom area alone is 78,000 square feet with an additional 70 meeting rooms ranging in size from 500 to 50,000 square feet. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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BIG Business Connections |
100 Princes' Boulevard (at Strachan) Toronto, ON M6K 3C3 Canada +1 416 263 3000 / +1 263 3001 (Event Hotline) http://www.ntc.on.ca/ |
Located within the grounds of Exhibition Place, this centre is the largest trade show facility in Canada. Encompassing one million square feet, this city-owned complex is part coliseum, part colossal meeting room. The Centre includes the Exhibit Hall, the Industry Building, the 6,200-seat Coliseum Complex and a tunnel that joins all this to the recently renovated Automotive Building. The facility boasts a 100-seat theater, 24 meeting rooms and four large halls. This facility exists for hosting the largest and best trade shows including the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and Sportsmen's Shows. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mingle with Beauty Editors |
25 Bellair Street Toronto, ON M5R 3L3 Canada +1 416 513 1603 http://www.pircosmetics.com |
Since first opening its doors in 1999, this 3,000 square foot retail store and spa established itself as being The Canadian retailer for hard to find and niche brand cosmetics. Enter this boutique and understand why Pir Cosmetics is a secret haven for fashion magazine beauty editors on both sides of the border. Aisles of Etro bath products, Kevyn Aucoin lip glosses and Japonesque brushes will satisfy any product hungry fashionista, while in the back room owner Franchie Pir (tauted as the Picasso of brows) performs her signature brow shaping at about $50 a visit. - Marie Nicola Review © 2007, Wcities |