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EVERYTHING COOL IN TORONTO By: Ricardo McRae

Two FREE Book Shelves March 25, 2009

Filed under: BOOKS, BUSINESS, FREE, HOOK ME UP — Ricardo @ 1:17 PM

black_book_shelvesOAYEC office is giving away two Book Shelves. They are both FREE

Please pick up at
The Ontario Association of Youth Employment Centres (OAYEC)
120 Carlton Street, Suite #209,
Toronto, ON M5A 4K2

Please call (416) 323-9557 if you have any questions.

 

**Both book Shelves must be picked up before 4pm on Thursday March 26th.

 

FREE – Computer desks & file cabinets. March 19, 2009

Filed under: 05 Thursday Events, BUSINESS, COMMUNITY, FREE, HOOK ME UP — Ricardo @ 10:40 AM
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Morning everyone!!!!!
Today is a fabulous day! My friend has works for the OAYEC ( don’t ask me what it stands for) anyway but they are moving offices and have a few things to give away for FREE :D
Here’s the catch.. you gotta pick it up today… if you want it do what you have to, or pass it on :)

BTW her name is Iphia (if-Ee-Ah)
Shine on beautiful people ~Ricardo
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CH says (10:46 AM):
as u know my office is moving…and well……we still have two computer desks and the 4 file cabinets at the OAYEC
office….all MUST be picked up today!!

Location: 120 Carlton Street, Suite #209, Toronto, ON M5A 4K2
phone: (416) 323-9557
email: info@oayec.org

 

NA Debut of Designer Carlton Brown. March 16, 2009

Filed under: 05 Thursday Events, FASHION, HOOK ME UP — Ricardo @ 11:29 AM

carlton-brownBringing Caribbean Style to Canada , Designer Carlton Brown Makes his North American Debut at LG Fashion Week 2009. http://www.carltonbrowndesigns.com 

What: North American Debut of Designer Carlton Brown.
Where: LG Fashion Week – Nathan Phillips Square .
When: Thursday March 19th @ 8PM

Jamaica’s leading male designer, Carlton Brown, takes center stage as he makes his North American debut during LG Fashion Week on Thursday March 19th at 8:00PM.  Premiering his Fall 2009 line, entitled “The Collection,” he offers an eclectic mix of fabrics, colors and form-fitting designs.

Bringing a classic energy to formal wear, and infusing it with casual chic, Brown has established his eponymous label as the one to own in the Caribbean.  Featuring island-influenced colours and textures, combined with classic styling, Brown is enthusiastic about bringing his latest collection to Canada ’s fashion capital.

His latest collection is partially inspired by Jamaica ’s victories in the 2008 Summer Olympic Games, melding art, music and sports to express the theme of ‘Winner’s Goal’, an exploration of the drive, swagger and style of success.

Carlton Brown has been creating fashion for over a decade.  Born and raised in Kingston , Jamaica , Brown who through the nurturing from talented artisans, further fuelled his passion, hence developing his signature style, combining formal attire with casual chic.

Named “Caribbean Male Fashion Designer of the Year,” Carlton Brown is the name in fashion throughout Jamaica and the Caribbean .

Established in 2001, LG Fashion Week was created to showcase Toronto ’s top fashion designers. This year, the event will run from Monday March 16th, to Saturday March 21th, at Nathan Phillips Square .

http://www.carltonbrowndesigns.com

For Media inquiries and to RSVP please contact:
Kevin Pennant  kp@pennantmediagroup.com
Toronto: 416.596.2978 
Los Angeles: 818.748.7517

 

ReelWorld “ONE NIGHT ONLY” with Tonya Lee Williams March 16, 2009

Filed under: 04 Wednesday Events, HOOK ME UP, MOVIES — Ricardo @ 10:46 AM
reelworld“ONE NIGHT ONLY,” hosted by Tonya Lee Williams, gives you the opportunity to buy a $125 festival pass for only $50!!
Come to Jack Astor’s on John March 18, and do it up right with ReelWorld! http://www.reelworld.ca

LIVE PERFORMANCES BY:
Recording Artists, Imaan Faith, Infinite, Nadia Edwards, and DJ Blackirish

WHERE:
Jack Astor’s VIP Lounge (upstairs)
133 John Street
416-595.9100

WHEN:
Wednesday, March 18, 2009.
Doors open at 7:00 PM

If for some crazy reason you don’t want a pass – then $30 gets you in the door for a night you won’t forget! Come party with us!
Check out http://www.reelworld.ca – for the full schedule of the festival April 15 – 19.

For media inquiries please contact:
Sasha Stoltz
sashastoltz@bellnet.ca / 416.579.4804

 

JOB – Intermediate Programmer Analyst March 12, 2009

Filed under: JOB POSTINGS — Ricardo @ 1:00 PM

JOB SUMMARY
The intermediate Programmer Analyst will be responsible for designing and developing IT solutions, and making recommendations in line with functional specifications. Successful candidates will participate primarily in the deployment of OOP PHP websites. He/she will work on Canoe’s sites for the general public: projects to develop new sites, site maintenance and related tasks. Successful candidates will comply with IT procedures and standards, promote IT best practices, and update documentation on the software that has been modified.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The intermediate Programmer Analyst will be responsible for:
1. Actively design, document, implement, maintain solutions to fulfill functional specifications
2. Estimating the workload
3. Suggesting IT solutions
4. Writing and running unit tests to verify the impact of his/her work on the product
5. Responding to requests for changes
6. Complying with IT standards and best practices
7. Carrying out deployment plans

PERSONAL AND BEHAVIOURAL GOALS (more…)

 

JOB – Front end web developer March 12, 2009

Filed under: HOOK ME UP, JOB POSTINGS — Ricardo @ 12:58 PM

(Toronto, Canada) Bring your passion for modern front-end web technologies to one of Canada’s leading news portals. Canoe.ca is looking for an intermediate front-end coder who:

- finds joy in building extraordinary interactive interfaces
- has 3 or more years experience with PHP, JavaScript, semantic HTML and CSS, and experience with AJAX/XML
- works efficiently both independently and as part of a team
- has good verbal and written communication skills
- lives in (or is willing to move to) the GTA and is able to commute to our downtown Toronto office

Key responsibilities include: (more…)