#wearetoronto

[beckermanblog]

We are OBSESSED with @levis and have been wearing and collecting Levi’s for years! We are beyond excited to collaborate with them for their first #Toronto flagship store! We designed this limited edition t-shirt that is all about Toronto and is available from June 22-July 1st at the Eaton Centre. We also designed a limited edition “OBSESSED” patch (our favourite word) in honour of the new store. This Saturday June 23rd from 12-6pm we will be baaaack at the Levi’s store and styling it up. So pop in for some fun and some hang time with us. Levi’s has acquired the largest stock of authorized vintage! OMG! Over 50,000 pieces! The vintage Levi’s section and embroidery/ T-shirt bar is awesome and our fav’! We can’t tell u how amazing this store is! Come see it for yourself! #WEARETORONTO #LiveInLevis #Beckermangirls #ad (at CF Toronto Eaton Centre)

[beckermanblog]

We’re here! At the @levis store at the Eaton Centre in #Toronto doing styling sessions! Everyone is invited! Come pop in from 12-6pm! Can’t wait to see ya! Once we style you, you can have your photo taken and projected on a billboard in Yonge Dundas Square! Come early, spots are limited! We also designed this “OBSESSED” patch! Come make your own custom jean jacket with the limited edition patches and fun Toronto pins, and embroidery from the Tailor Shop! You can also print one of our limited edition tees on the spot! #WEARETORONTO #LiveInLevis #Beckermangirls #ad (at CF Toronto Eaton Centre)

[harbirzinc]

Deeply hurt by news of what’s happened in Toronto and the loss of many innocent lives. Our prayers go out to the families of the victims to this tragic event. We’ve seen a number of similar events across the globe and are also witness to the aftermath; emotional, physical and psychological. We know how these events tend to damage mindsets and communities. But we must continue to stay strong and resilient. Because together we are unbreakable. We are Toronto! #wearetoronto . . #together #strong #resilient #unbreakable #toronto #iamtoronto #torontonian #torontoishome #416 #thesix #harbirzinc (at Toronto, Ontario)

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RACHEL PARENT // GMO ACTIVIST

A school assignment that involved a speech on a topic of interest led Rachel to genetically modified organisms (GMOs). She chose her subject because they affected so many lives – kids, adults, bees, the entire earth – and won an award for her efforts. But she didn’t stop there. As founder of Kids Right To Know she volunteers, speaks publicly and continues to raise awareness on the negative effects GMOs have on our own health and the well-being of the planet. She’s 14. Ahem. 

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SHAH FRANCO // DIRECTOR, INNERCITY MMA

“Professor” Shah Franco is a mixed martial arts athlete in his own right – he’s a Karate World Title holder and a Kru Muay Thai and Kumite champion – plus a highly lauded coach. He’s trained and cornered several UFC fighters and is the highest ranked Brazilian Jiu Jitsu trainer in Canada. But as director of Innercity MMA he is best known for his work with youth and young kids, as a mentor and provider of a fun, safe and valuable learning experience. We think that kicks some ass. 

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CATHY CROWE // STREET NURSE

Cathy, nurse and founder of the Toronto Disaster Relief Committee, has been pursuing the issue of homelessness and its health and society related effects since she first began her nursing career in 1972. She is tireless in her efforts yet has still found the time to write a book “Dying For A Home” as well as being the subject of more than one documentary film. Still, the only title she wishes is “street nurse” coined by a homeless man at Sherbourne and Dundas more than 20 years ago. 

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TEDDY FURY // BARTENDER, THE LEGENDARY HORSESHOE TAVERN

When Teddy was nominated, it was written in the submission that he has been "the fly on the wall of the house of rock and roll". We loved that. And it's true. Teddy has been handing over drinks at the Horseshoe for over 25 years. He has seen everyone from The Rolling Stones to The Ramones. He is known for being a source of support for countless local and touring bands that have come through, and sometimes one of the first faces of Canada for international acts. Can we suggest that next time you find yourself buying a 50 off of Teddy, that you buy him one too?  

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DR. CATHERINE ZAHN // PRESIDENT + CEO, CENTRE FOR ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH (CAMH)

CAMH is Canada’s leading hospital for mental health. Under the helm of Dr. Zahn, a practicing neurologist, CAMH has been at the forefront of not just care, but ending prejudice and misapprehensions surrounding mental illness. Known to all as a bold visionary, Catherine is dedicated to changing systems where mental health takes the backseat to other health care. Click here to watch her inspiring TED talk.