Issue #143 | March 14, 2024
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UPCOMING EVENTS AT EXPLACE
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Exhibition Place is proud to be hosting the following upcoming events:
- National Home Show – March 8 to March 17 in Enercare Centre
- Cann Expo – March 22 to March 24 in Enercare Centre
- Toronto Game Expo – March 23 in QE Building
- Planted Expo Toronto – March 23 to March 24 in Enercare Centre
- The Ontario Public Health Convention 2024 – March 26 in Beanfield Centre
- One of A Kind Spring Show – March 27 to March 31 in Enercare Centre
- SecureWorld Toronto – April 3 in Beanfield Centre
- Toronto Vintage Clothing Show – April 6 to 7 in Queen Elizabeth Building
- Restaurants Canada Show – April 8 to 10 in Enercare Centre
- Artist Project – April 11 to 14 in Better Living Centre
- The Baby Show – April 13 to 14 in Enercare Centre
- DiscoveryX 2024 – April 17 to 18 in Enercare Centre
- GBTA Canada Conference – April 22 to 24 in Beanfield Centre

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WE'RE RAINBOW-REGISTERED! 🌈
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Exhibition Place is delighted to announce that it has recently secured the prestigious Rainbow Registered Accreditation.
This accreditation program, developed by the Canadian Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC), is awarded to businesses that demonstrate a robust commitment to 2SLGBTQ+ inclusivity and diversity in their operations and services.
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SUPPORTING WOMEN AT EXHIBITION PLACE
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A recent survey by Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Foundation and Business Events Sydney revealed that while the meetings and events industry is nearly 70% female, women occupy only 20% of C-level positions such as CEO and board chairs.
Here's where you come in, Women of ExPlace! We want to hear your thoughts on how you can feel more supported and included year-round. Stay tuned for more info coming soon.
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RASHELA ROCKS THE TRILOGY TOUR!
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As part of the celebrations of the 25th Anniversary for Scotiabank Arena, MLSE generously offered Exhibition Place a 4-pack of tickets to The Trilogy Tour on February 23, 2024. Laura Purdy sent an email out notifying staff that the first person to email reply would win the tickets and Rashela Prifti was all over it like a lion on a gazelle! Here’s her report on the concert:
“I had a wonderful time going to the Trilogy Tour where I got to see Ricky Martin, Enrique Iglesias and Pitbull!
After receiving the 4 tickets, I had a big decision to make - who do I take with me? Of course, my sister is an easy choice, but what about the other two? I asked my parents and to my surprise, they said "we've already seen Ricky and Enrique." When I told that to my sister, she suggested to invite our very close family friend, Flavia and her Daughter, Hanna. Apparently, little Hanna is a HUGE Pitbull fan (as she showed us during Christmas time when she Karaoke'd her heart out to his songs). We met up prior to the show, had a beer and proceeded to jump/sing the entire three hours of the concert.
My favorite part of the show was when Pitbull brought out five dancers, had flames burst out of the stage, and just the close proximity of where we were sitting. I'm super grateful to have had this unforgettable experience...I've been humming "un dos tres" ever since!"
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WASTE RECYCLING BIN UPDATE PROGRAM
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We're currently implementing a comprehensive Waste Recycling Bin Update Program across the grounds. This includes replacing some of the older stainless-steel bins, refurbishing others, and updating the posters displayed on all bins.
In the attached photo, Rocco and I are seen determining the placement of graphics on each side of the 60+ stainless steel waste bins.
*** Thank you to Roborta Atkinson for this content! ***
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MICRO ELECTRIC VEHICLES TESTING AT EXHIBITION PLACE
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Exhibition Place is set to become a vital testing ground for the latest advancements in sustainable transportation, as it joins a groundbreaking pilot program to evaluate micro electrical vehicles provided by York University and Sarit Company. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and achieving net zero carbon emissions.
By integrating these cutting-edge vehicles into our fleet, we are not only embracing innovation but also leading by example in the pursuit of environmental sustainability. Through this pilot program, visitors to Exhibition Place will witness firsthand the practicality and efficiency of micro electrical vehicles in real-world urban settings, further solidifying Exhibition Place’s role as a pioneer in green initiatives. With each electric mile traveled, we move closer to our goal of net zero carbon, setting a precedent for other institutions to follow in the transition towards a cleaner, greener future.
*** Thank you to Adam Radley for this content! ***
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From left to right: Daniel Lajeusnesse, SARIT company, Adam Radley, Exhibition Place, Rocco Giorgio, Exhibition Place Omid Sadeghi, York University, Tony Eternod, Exhibition Place.
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Exhibition Place’s newly designed snowplow will allow qualified internal individuals with G license to perform snow management. Darren Kahn looks pretty pleased with the latest addition to our fleet.
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BUTTERFLIES AND BEES NEED YOUR HELP!
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Spring is upon us and many people are eager to get out into their yards and gardens and do a cleanup. PLEASE WAIT! Butterflies, bees and other pollinators are currently sheltering in dead leaves and hollowed out stems of last year’s plants. Please hold off on your spring cleanup until temperatures are consistently above 10 degrees Celsius or 50 degrees Fahrenheit, which allows our friends time to emerge from their winter slumber.
You can also help our bee friends by offering a source of water during the hot summer months. Bees drink water to quench their thirst, but they also collect and haul it back to the hive to nurture the developing bee larvae. On hot days, bees spread a thin layer of water over the honeycomb cells and fan it with their wings to help keep the hive comfy and cool. Honey stored in the comb can become crystallized and too thick for bees to eat. When this happens, bees will dilute the hardened honey with water to make it soft and edible again.
You can make a world of difference by leaving a dish of water in your garden; make sure to add pebbles in the dish; this gives bees a safe place to land and sip and prevents drowning. More info here.
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Get out your green - March 17th is St. Patrick’s Day! Did you know that St. Patrick wasn’t Irish?!
St. Patrick was born in Great Britain to wealthy parents near the end of the fourth century. At the age of 16, Irish raiders attacked Patrick’s family estate and took him prisoner. They transported him to Ireland, where he worked in isolation as a shepherd. Lonely and afraid, he turned to his religion for solace, becoming a devout Christian. After six years in captivity he escaped, returned to his family in Britain, and started on a 15 year course of religious training. After being ordained as a priest, he returned to Ireland as a missionary tasked with converting the Irish to Christianity. He later became a bishop and by the time of his death on March 17, 461, he had stablished monasteries, churches, and schools. By the seventh century he had come to be revered as the patron saint of Ireland.
It was emigrants, particularly to the United States, who transformed St. Patrick’s Day into a largely secular holiday of revelry and celebration of things Irish. Cities with large numbers of Irish immigrants, who often wielded political power, staged the most extensive celebrations, which included elaborate parades. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Toronto starts at noon on the corner of St. George and Bloor St West. Check here for further details.
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We are thrilled to welcome the following new staff to the ExPlace team. We are happy to have you on board!
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Jacky Lee
IT Support Representative
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Luca Patrizio
IT Support Representative
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Lindsay Marrugo
Event & Meeting Coordinator
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Emma Capalbo
Digital Marketing Specialist
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Raquel Tomlinson
Casual Security Guard
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Dwight Hines
Facility Coordinator II
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Marina Yousefi
Facility Coordinator
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The Retro Arcade at Hotel X Toronto is a pop-up event designed to take visitors back to the golden age of gaming. It’s a perfect space for families looking to add some fun to their March break. The Arcade is open to the public from 9am to 10pm daily, through March 17th, and provides ample opportunities for visitors to relive their favourite games from the 1980s and 1990s including classics like Skee-Ball, Dance Dance Revolution, and even multiplayer Mario Kart. Learn more here.
ExPlace Staff discount code: SOCIAL15
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Do you have any new or gently used suits, shirts, ties, dresses, shoes, jewellery, make up (new), hygiene products (new) or gift cards to donate?
The Children's Breakfast Club students that are graduating this year could use your help. Support this Spring's graduates with your donation!
Please drop off items to Debbie Sanderson at the CEO's office before April 5, 2024.
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Did you know that you can still walk on the Trillium Park Trail at Ontario Place on your lunch hour? Neither did we! While our usual access at Lakeshore and Ontario Place Blvd. is off limits due to construction, if you walk just a bit east towards the Inukshuk you can still get into the park. As well, there’s another edition of Lumière: The Art of Light on now through April 20!
For those of you who missed it last year, Lumière is a free outdoor light-based exhibition with bold and imaginative public art created by talented Ontario-based artists from all artistic streams. More info here.
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