January 2012
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VP Records Black History Month Event
In celebration of Black History Month, Harbourfront Centre proudly presents the 16th edition of Kuumba, a weekend-long festival that invites members
of the public to explore and celebrate the heritage, traditions and culture of African-Canadians. Most events are FREE and take place at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto).
VP Records/17 North Parade celebrate 50 years of Jamaican...
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Corporate Events Position
Employment Opportunity for the position of Development Coordinator – Corporate Events at the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Canada is now up on the website.
To review the job posting or to share the posting with someone that you feel may be a good candidate see the link below.
http://www.ccfc.ca/site/c.ajIRK4NLLhJ0E/b.6373977/k.6955/Employment_Opportunities.htm
Salary info was not...
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http://blogs.hbr.org/schwartz/2012/01/why-appreciat... →
Great article on how positivity is infections, how you can motivate others by appreciating yourself first and how bosses can do a better job of not injecting negativity into their work groups. Enjoy!
Thanks for following...
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“A highlight reel of a few of my favourite events, clients, projects and sponsorships that I have produced over the past ten years. Be sure to visit www.misstowa.com for more information on event sponsorship, cause related marketing and corporate partnerships.”
Thanks to Lascelles Films, Kevin Barton for the amazing production.
The Globe and Mail: BREAKING: Research in Moti ... →
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Wow the world just shifted! All because I finally dumped my blackberry for an iPhone???
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How To Loose a Real Estate Client
Saw a great ad on YouTube for a house today. When I asked the agent who they used to create the gorgeous videos of their property, he asked me why I wanted to know. I replied that I wanted to recommend the videographer to my realtor.
“Tell me why I would give the agent that advantage?” Was his response.
Are you serious??? In the music business if you find a great engineer or book a...
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NFB Team Leader - Workshops (Contract Position)
TEAM LEADER, CUSTOMER SERVICE (NFB MEDIATHEQUE)
05S: $40, 789 - $49, 608 (Administrative Support Category) Position No. 0346 Toronto
SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Toronto-Mediatheque, the Team Leader assists the Supervisor in all client services provided at the NFB Toronto Mediatheque and certain administrative operations to ensure that traffic and revenue objectives for...
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NFB Team Leader (Contract Position)
TEAM LEADER, CUSTOMER SERVICE (NFB MEDIATHEQUE)
05S: $40, 789 - $49, 608 (Evenings & Weekends) (Administrative Support Category) POSITION NO. 0346 (TORONTO)
SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Supervisor, Toronto-Mediatheque the Team Leader assists the Supervisor in all client services provided at the NFB Toronto Mediatheque and certain administrative operations to ensure a high...
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“Men’s use of technology is much more predictable,” said McQuivey. “Women are...”
– http://www.marketingmag.ca/news/marketer-news/talking-about-women-at-the-consumer-electronics-show-44088
A fantastic article from Marketing Magazine online about how women consume media differently from men and how marketers are failing to capitalize on this difference (Star Wars Android phone...
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“Be sure to make your Ex think you are home sniffling and bawling after his...”
– MissTowa
“If they don’t chase you when you walk away, keep walking.”
– @MishMish
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Word of The Day: meme [ mi:m ]
NOUN mi:m ~ feature of culture that is passed on. a feature of a culture, for example its language, that is passed from one generation to the next (Encarta)
Tina Fey Photobombs the Golden Globes →
Even with Ricky Gervais hosting, the 69th Golden Globe Awards have remained a relatively mild affair. Fortunately for all of us, Tina Fey is a lover of memes. During the presentation for “Best Actress in a Television Series - Comedy or Musical,” the 30 Rock star photobombed the nominee shot of…
Apple Temporarily Stops Selling iPhone 4S in China... →
Apple stores in China have temporarily stopped selling the iPhone 4S to protect store employees and customers, the New York Times reports. The iPhone 4S was scheduled to hit the Chinese market on Jan. 13 for the first time. Unfortunately, enthusiasm for Apple’s latest gadget turned ugly, with…
Where fundraising events loose focus...
Take a moment and reflect on what your event is supposed to do. Ask yourself and your team if you are achieving your goals or just ”getting it done”?
I’ve been asked thousands of times to come and review an event, give them feedback and help achieve success. Read this and call me BEFORE the event next time and let’s give your guests a memory they will cherish!
Realizing the Full...
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Food Banks Canada - Development Coordinator
Posted date: Jan 3, 2012 Closing date: Jan 17, 2012
Purpose: As a key Food Banks Canada team member, provide exceptional organizational support in the areas of corporate partnership development, individual donor stewardship, fund development infrastructure, internal communications and member services. Ensure a positive image of the Food Banks Canada and successfully deliver quality programs...
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Hellenic Home for the Aged - Director of...
Posted date: Jan 12, 2012 Closing date: Feb 11, 2012
Position Summary: Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Development is responsible to oversee the fundraising department of the Hellenic Home for the Aged Inc. Duties shall include, but will not be limited to:
Duties: Manages the annual major gifts program & Manages major gifts over $1,000 from individuals, corporations,...
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Toronto Community Foundation - Development and...
Posted date: Jan 11, 2012 Closing date: Feb 3, 2012
The Role - The Development and Prospect Research Officer is a member of the Philanthropic Services team, reporting to the Vice President Philanthropic Services.
He/she is primarily internally focused on developing new prospect pipelines; providing in depth prospect research; data management related to tracking the progress of prospect...
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Ontario March of Dimes - Direct Response...
Posted date: Jan 4, 2012 Closing date: Jan 20, 2012 Location: Toronto, Ontario
Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinate and project manage the annual direct response, telemarketing and web program in consultation with management
Responsible for ongoing working relationship with direct mail and fulfillment agency, including production, creative and data preparation for direct mail program;...
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Toronto Blue Jays- Jays Care Foundation -...
Posted date: Jan 4, 2012 Closing date: Jan 23, 2012
NATURE & SCOPE: The incumbent will work alongside the Manger, Fundraising & Development and will be responsible for the administration and execution of In-Stadium Fundraising initiatives and general fundraising and donor management support. Responsibilities
Responsible to lead and execute in-stadium fundraising activities...
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Eva's Initiatives - Director of Development
Eva’s Initiatives is an innovative, award winning and rapidly expanding organization. We provide a range of services to homeless youth between the ages of 16 and 24 years, and are currently looking to add to our vibrant and enthusiastic senior management staff team by filling the following vacancy:
We are seeking a highly skilled Director of Development to lead our Development Department...
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University of Waterloo - Vice President,...
ACTIVATE RELATIONSHIPS AND FUTURE POSSIBILITIES: In just half a century, the University of Waterloo, located at the heart of Canada’s Technology Triangle, has become one of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities with 34,000 full- and part-time students in undergraduate and graduate programs. Waterloo, as home to the world’s largest post-secondary co-operative education...
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Pathways to Education Canada - Senior Development...
Posted date: January 5, 2012 Closing date: January 18, 2012
Pathways to Education Canada (Pathways) is a national charitable organization that helps youth in low-income communities graduate from high school and successfully transition into post-secondary education or training. First created and implemented in Regent Park by the Regent Park Community Health Centre, today The Pathways to...
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Yorktown Family Services - Development Director
Posted date: Jan 3, 2012 Closing date: Jan 23, 2012 Contract: Permanent Full Time
Yorktown Family Services is a community-based nonprofit social services agency dedicated to providing effective, accessible, quality mental health treatment, prevention and out-reach services to children, youth women and families in the former City of York. We are uniquely organized to deliver services through...
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Brock University - Senior Major Gift Officer/Major...
Brock University is seeking dynamic advancement professionals to compliment the Campaign for a Bold New Brock’s campaign team. We are looking for successful and confident professionals to participate in all major gift fundraising activities and donor stewardship for the University, including cultivating relationships with donors, alumni, and community stakeholders.
The Senior Major Gifts...
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York University - Development Coordinator
Posting Number: 7648 Position Title: Development Coordinator Department: ADVANCEMENT- Advancement Office of Development Affiliation/Union: YUSA Band: 9 Salary: $50,183 Duration: Continuing Full-Time External Date Range: January 9, 2012 to January 23, 2012
Purpose: The Development Coordinator supports their direct manager with the identification, cultivation, solicitation and...
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Sick Kids Hospital Foundation - Director of...
Position Status: Permanent Full-time Available: Immediately
Description of the Position: As the Director of Sponsorship and Cause Marketing, you will have the opportunity to use your business and marketing skills to improve the health and well- being of children and their families in Canada and around the world. You will develop, implement, and monitor annual and long-term plans to...
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Canada's Walk of Fame - Director of Development
Term: Full-Time Location: Toronto Salary: Competitive Application Deadline: February 6, 2012
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Canada’s Walk of Fame is seeking an experienced development professional to play a leadership role in the development and management of the fundraising and earned revenue strategy for the organization. Reporting to the CEO, the successful candidate will be responsible...
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Queen's University - Director of Development,...
Posted date: Jan 10, 2012 Closing date: Feb 2, 2012
Queen’s University is in search of a Director of Development, Faculty of Health Sciencesto oversee and provide leadership and strategic direction for the Faculty’s Development program. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, with day-to-day accountability to the Dean of Health Sciences, the Director will be responsible for...
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Plan International Canada - Development Manager,...
Posted date: Jan 11, 2012 Closing date: Jan 24, 2012 Status: Full-time Permanent
The Opportunity- Plan International Canada is seeking a solutions oriented, experienced fundraising professional who enjoys striving to reach goals and deliver results to join the Development Team. Reporting to the Director of Major Gifts and Development and working closely with colleagues, the Development...
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Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation - Manager,...
Posted date: Jan 11, 2012 Closing date: No closing date
As one of Canada’s pre-eminent patient care, research and academic health science centres and one of Greater Toronto’s Top 50 Employers, Mount Sinai Hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in the community and also well beyond our borders.
Mount Sinai Hospital Foundation is embarking on a $500 million...
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Tennis Canada - Manager, Events
Posted date: Jan 10, 2012 Closing date: Jan 27, 2012 Reports to: Director, Fund Development, Status: Full-time, Location: Toronto, Ontario
TENNIS CANADA - Tennis Canada is a national, non-profit sport association committed to leading and developing the sport of tennis by building a system accessible to all Canadians. Our mission is to lead the growth, promotion and showcasing of tennis in...
