Published on February 26, 2008
in Films.
The CBC is holding a free screening of Up the Yangtze at the Royal Cinema, 608 College Street. The screening and discussion afterwards with filmmaker, Yung Chang, takes place Wednesday March 26th at 7pm.
The documentary focuses on the people living along China’s Yangtze River, and the effect the Three Gorges Dam project has on their lives. The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival last fall, and was featured more recently at the Sundance Film Festival.
Call 416-205-7500 to reserve your seats. Attendees have a chance to win a pair of passes to the Hot Docs festival in April.
Those unable to attend, can catch Up the Yangtze on CBC Newsworld, March 30th at 10pm.
Tai Pan Tours has been offering free bus rides throughout February to Casino Rama. Pickup/dropoff stops are located throughout the GTA. So there’s still some time left to take advantage of this offer if you’re feeling lucky and want to hit the tables or slots this week. Check the website for schedule and further details. (Must be over 19 years old and have government-issued ID)
Thanks to lc82 for submitting this freebie!
Published on February 22, 2008
in Seminars.
BizLaunch hosts an ongoing series of free seminars throughout the GTA focusing on a variety of topics of interest to the small business entrepreneur. Seminars take place in the evenings at various Staples store locations and other venues. Check the website for schedule and to reserve seating.
Upcoming Toronto seminars include:
How to Secure Financing - Monday February 25th - 6:30pm at Staples, 250 Front Street East.
How to Create Your Million $ Idea - Wednesday February 27th - 6:30pm at Metro Hall, 55 John Street.
Published on February 21, 2008
in Seminars.
The Adventure Travel Company hosts regular informal discussions on specific adventure travel destinations where attendees can ask questions and share their own experiences. Talks begin at 6:30 pm and take place at 408 King St. West, next to Mountain Equipment Co-op.
Check the website for a schedule and to reserve seating. The next talk, on Wednesday February 27th, will focus on Peru & Treking to Machu Picchu.