Bubble Magic at The National Club Holiday Brunch

After a spectacular holiday brunch this Sunday, the kids (of all ages) went to the National Club lounge for an amazing show of bubble magic that had everyone wanting to get into the act.

Family Holiday Brunch At The National Club

This past Sunday the National Club held its very popular Holiday Brunch, with well over 300 members and family members celebrating the start of the season.

In addition to the always spectacular buffet and dessert table, the kids (of all ages) were entertained by a bubble magic show. Have a look at some of the fun in the below video.

The Ryerson DMZ at The National Club

As part of the National Club's exciting new partnership with the DMZ at Ryerson University, we recently hosted their "Startup Showcase."

DMZ (Digital Media Zone) is an internationally recognized business incubator of early-stage technology startups. It helps startups succeed by connecting them with customers, advisers, influencers and other entrepreneurs. Since 2010 it has incubated over 260 startups and raised over $200 million. The top-ranked university incubator in North America and third in the world, the DMZ is a hub of innovation, collaboration and commercialization. Members with the DMZ can develop digital technology, accelerate product launches and contribute to Canada's growing success in the digital economy.

The National Club has recognized business and industry leaders since 1874. We are delighted to honour this tradition by acknowledging the next generation of entrepreneurs and building a relationship with an innovative organization that has a track record of fuelling entrepreneurs with the resources to grow their startups into successful companies. The DMZ connects entrepreneurs with customers, advisors, influencers and other entrepreneurs as part of a community that supports and fosters technologies that transform various industries.

Pictured above are National Club President Craig Smith, Director Malcolm MacKillop and Abdullah Snobar, Executive Director of the DMZ at Ryerson University.

Bottle Shock Movie & Wine Night

A few photos from our August 17th combination movie night and wine tasting: Bottle Shock.

Presented by the Club's Cinefile Society, "BOTTLE SHOCK" is the true story of how in 1976 a simple California wine turned the wine industry on it’s head and left a few French connoisseurs with sour grapes.

Our friend and movie critic extraordinaire Thom Ernst talked about the movie and Brian Perry our resident sommelier shared the secrets behind the delicate tastes and aromas of a truly fine wine by leading us through a blind tasting.

A great time was had by all.

Cigars and Malt Whisky on the Rooftop

About 30 members and guests enjoyed a rollicking night of whisky, cigars and fun at The National Club last Friday. There were fine cigars led by Trae Zammit, founder and owner of cigar emporium The Smokin’ Cigar, and rare whiskies led by Glenfiddich Brand Ambassador Beth Havers.

 

July 12th - Sample the Best of Summer WInes!

Our New and Past Presidents

Incoming President Craig Smith (left) thanks Past President Sean Hoehn at the 2016 National Club AGM

The 2016-17 National Club Board of Directors

Back Row - left to right:

Malcolm MacKillop, Dalton Albrecht, Michael Dignam (Second Vice President), Eileen Greene and Vincent Forrestall

Front Row - left to right:
Kathy Steffan, Sean Hoehn (Past President), Craig Smith (President), Winnie Go (First Vice President) and Timothy Morris

Absent: Anthony Haines and Marc Mercier

Meet Our New President

At today's Annual General Meeting the National Club elected Mr. Craig Smith as the 2016-17 president. Craig is the founder and president of Ashlar Urban Realty Inc.

Also newly elected to the Board are Eileen Greene and Vince Forrestall. Eileen is Vice President and Partner at Hub International. Vince Forrestall is CEO at PeopleToGo.

Thank you to outgoing board member John Fisher and most recent past president Sean Hoehn.

President Craig Smith

Vince Forrestall and Eileen Greene with Past President Pam Jeffrey

Past President Sean Hoehn

A thank you gift for John Fisher

Club's 2016 Giving Back Project Raises $160,000 For Charity

The National Club's signature "Giving Back Gala" has once again broken all records with a total of over $160,000 raised this year.

As Past President, Bruce Bowser chose as the 2016 recipient charity Sick Kids' Hospital "Dancers for Cancer Road to $1M Campaign."  The National Club through its members, donors and sponsors raised approximately $119,000 for Sick Kids at the May dinner and earlier this month raised over $40,000 at it's annual golf event at Scarboro Golf & Country Club.

Annual General Meeting - Wednesday, June 22nd

A reminder that the 2016 Annual Meeting of members is this Wednesday at 1:30 pm. Get your Annual Report in the members' section of the National Club website.

National Club Announces Partnership with the DMZ at Ryerson University

The National Club is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership between The National Club and the DMZ at Ryerson University, an internationally recognized business incubator of technology startups that is ranked third in the world.

The National Club has recognized business and industry leaders since 1874. We are delighted to honour this tradition by acknowledging the next generation of entrepreneurs and building a relationship with an innovative organization that has a track record of fuelling entrepreneurs with the resources to grow their startups into successful companies. The DMZ connects entrepreneurs with customers, advisors, influencers and other entrepreneurs as part of a community that supports and fosters technologies that transform various industries. 

Maurcio Meza

The inaugural Sheldon Levy Award will launch this partnership. Honouring former Ryerson University President Sheldon Levy, this award will recognize an innovator who has shown not only success, but also demonstrated leadership in the entrepreneurial community by inspiring people to join in their vision. The winner, Maurcio Meza will receive a one-year membership to the National Club.

This award was presented at the DMZ’s sixth anniversary on April 28.

National Club members should look forward to future partnered events, including entrepreneur luncheons, DMZ hosted networking nights and tours of the DMZ’s state-of-the-art space located at Yonge-Dundas Square.

For more information on the DMZ please visit: http://dmz.ryerson.ca/

Club's 'Giving Back' Dinner raises $119,000 for Sick Kids' Hospital

The National Club held its annual "Giving Back Gala" last week. This year it was in support of Sick Kids' Dancers for Cancer Road to $1M Campaign. The National Club through its members, donors and sponsors raised approximately $119,000 for Sick Kids'. The National Club donates 100% of the cost of the food, wine and venue to this great and unique annual event.

National Club Past President Bruce Bowser

NHL legend Paul Henderson

Juno Award Winner Molly Johnson at The National Club

Join us Thursday, April 7th, 2016 for an intimate evening with Juno Award-winning singer Molly Johnson. Call or email for reservations for this special event.

Easter Was Hopping At The Club

The National Club's family Easter brunch is always one of the highlights of the year, but this year we had a special guest, and it wasn't the Easter Bunny...

Oscar Night at the National Club

 Last Chance!Wednesday, February 24, 2016

The return of our popular Oscar Night - this year featuring a screening of THE GODFATHER with host and film critic, Thom Ernst, a sumptuous menu and an impressive array of wines from the vineyards of Francis Ford Coppola (of course).

Join us on the red carpet on Wednesday, February 24, 2016
$80 per person + HST includes reception and dinner with wines

5:30 pm Reception with “Godfather Cocktail” ● 6:00 pm Dinner
7:00 pm THE GODFATHER hosted by Thom Ernst ● Business Casual or “Godfather Attire”
 

Please reserve at 416-364-3247 or email: frontdesk@thenationalclub.com.

Rabbie Burns Night at The National Club

It was a great night of haggis, whiskey and Burns poetry with almost a hundred in attendance.

Enjoy some of the photos from this colourful event, and go to the Club's Facebook page for a short video of the entrance of 'The Haggis Party."