Ukrainian Day At Casa Loma

Event Description

Liberty Entertainment Group hosts Ukrainian Day public fundraiser

-- VIPs and government dignitaries join community to support #StandwithUkraine campaign efforts --

Liberty Entertainment Group is proud to announce Sunday, March 27th has been declared Ukrainian Day at Toronto’s fabled destination and venue, Casa Loma. Created as a day in support of the #StandwithUkraine fundraising efforts, the local community of all ages is invited to join federal, provincial, and municipal dignitaries, VIPs, and the Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Toronto Branch, for a day of cultural activities and performances, craft vendors, and information sessions for families of refugees with speaking remarks from special guests and dignitaries. All proceeds from admission will be donated to the Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal (www.cufoundation.ca) established by the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC) and the Canada-Ukraine Foundation (CUF).

Doors open at 9:30 AM; last admission is 3:00 PM.

General Admission tickets to the castle are on sale now at www.casaloma.ca and are $20 children/$30 adult per person, taxes included.

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“This event is a coming together of the Italian Canadian and Ukrainian Canadian communities in support of the people of Ukraine,” said Nick Di Donato, president and CEO, Liberty Group. “We’re both proud and honoured to help with aid during their time of extreme need by hosting our fundraiser and encourage Torontonians to participate. We’re all deeply affected by this international humanitarian crisis, and we’re committed to assisting in whatever way we can.”

Slava Ukraini

On Sunday, guests may visit the castle and its grounds, decorated to honour the nation and its people. Cultural elements include live folkloric music, local vendors selling Ukrainian crafts, merchandise, and a demonstration of the traditional Pysanka Easter eggs. An arts & crafts area will be set up by the UCC onsite for children. Live performances by the Kalyna Performing Arts Company will take place in the gardens’ glass pavilion at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM; the television show, Festival Italiano will broadcast live from 12 – 2:00 PM. Dignitaries including the Honourable Marco Mendicino, MP Eglinton-Lawrence Ontario, Ontario’s Premier Doug Ford, Toronto’s Mayor John Tory and Peter Schturyn, president, Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Toronto will address guests on the glass pavilion mainstage at 12:30pm.

Visitors and patrons are encouraged to support the fundraising efforts by partaking in the day’s activities, showing their support for #StandwithUkraine, and donating directly at the UCC info booth onsite. To further assist families and loved ones affected by the war, Canada Worker Trades will host a job fair for work placement for newly arrived displaced persons, and information sessions will take place regarding immigration and the law.

About the CUF/UCC

The CUF/UCC Humanitarian Appeal has already delivered multiple tranches of aid to affected populations in all corners of Ukraine, including some of the hardest hit cities in the north, east and south of the country. Its support also extends to affected families who have made their way across the border into neighbouring countries such as Poland, Romania, and Moldova, as well as providing food for internally displaced families from across Ukraine who find themselves in Lviv and surrounding areas. The organization has years of experience in providing charitable aid in both Canada and Ukraine. To learn more about The Canada-Ukraine Foundation see www.cufoundation.ca  or contact info@cufoundation.ca

About Casa Loma

Casa Loma is one of Toronto's top tourist attractions and hospitality venues. Each year over 650,000 visitors tour Casa Loma and the estate gardens. A perfect backdrop for special occasions, the venue also plays host to more than 350 private events annually and its unique architecture has also made it a highly desirable location for film, television, and photo shoots. In addition, Casa Loma plays hosts to annual productions including Legends of Horror and the successful summer series, Soul in the City, Symphony in the Gardens, Comedy at the Castle and currently, Candlelight Symphony. The venue is also home to the Casa Loma Escape Series which features five unique Escape Games, all themed around the history of the Castle. Completed in 1914, it took three hundred men nearly three years to complete the almost 200,000 square foot castle. Situated on five acres, it was once the largest private residence in Canada, with ninety-eight rooms designed by architect EJ Lennox, featuring secret passageways, elaborately decorated rooms with authentic period furnishings and breathtaking views of the Toronto skyline from its towers. For more information visit www.casaloma.ca and on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook @CasaLomaToronto.

About Liberty Entertainment Group

For over three decades the Liberty Entertainment Group, led by Nick Di Donato, has been redefining Toronto and Miami’s restaurant, nightlife, and special event experience. As developers and operators of landmark establishments the Liberty Entertainment Group has become recognized as one of the most successful and innovative companies in the industry. The company continues to gain success and acknowledgment for its impressive roster of unique venues, including Toronto’s premier special event facilities, Casa Loma, and Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex.

The company is also responsible for the development of Toronto’s most prolific restaurants including BlueBlood Steakhouse, Don Alfonso 1890, Xango, three Cibo Wine Bar locations (King West, Yonge St, and Yorkville) as well as the city’s most vibrant nightlife venue, Arcane. In addition, Liberty Entertainment Group operates the Coral Gables Country Club in Coral Gables, Florida. With over 500,000 square feet of hospitality space, the Liberty Entertainment Group caters to a diverse clientele of upwards of 1.75 million people per year including A list celebrities, sports personalities, and industry leaders. Visit www.libertygroup.com