HRH Prince Andrew at The National Club

On June 5th The National Club was host to HRH Prince Andrew, The Duke of York, at a reception and dinner to honour the Queen's York Rangers and benefit their regimental association. 

 

In addition to other officers and dignitaries, also in attendance was the Honourable David C. Onley O.Ont, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario. 

 

 

Getting Closer - Rooftop Construction

Our members love to see the progress on the rooftop patio construction, especially as we are in the final weeks. To get a sense of how fast things are moving, have a look at the two photos below of the new elevator installation on the 4th floor:

Finishes are now going up and the furniture has been ordered. Remember - a third of the rooftop is enclosed and open year-round, so you don't have to wait for summer to start enjoying it.

 

What's Behind The Secret Door?

National Club members will know what's behind this "secret" door.

If you haven't seen it, this unmarked door is in a corner of the concourse level of Scotia Plaza. It leads into The National Club from The PATH complex of underground tunnels and walkways under Toronto's financial district.

The tunnel was built and the door installed when Scotia Plaza was completed in 1988. Since then National Club members have been able to sneak in (or out) without having to worry about the weather outside.

Beauty and the Beast Filming

If you are in the National Club today or tomorrow, you'll notice our Main Dining Room has been taken over for a film shoot. The new TV series "Beauty and the Beast" starring Kristin Kreuk and Jay Ryan will be shooting in our heritage building this week, but don't worry - members are well accommodated in the rest of the Club.

Who knows? Maybe you'll be "discovered" if you drop by...

$71,000 Cheque Presented To The National Club's 2013 Charity - Wounded Warriors Canada

National Club Past President Lee Fisher presenting a cheque for $71,000 to
Wounded Warrior Canada organizers Scott Maxwell and Derrick Gleed

This year's annual Club Giving Back event was to benefit Wounded Warriors Canada, a non-profit organization that helps Canadian Forces members – be they full time or reservists – who have been wounded or injured in their service to Canada.

At the Club gala dinner on May 9th and our annual golf tournament we raised over $71,000 for Wounded Warriors Canada. The cheque presentation was yesterday at a luncheon with Wounded Warrior organizers Scott Maxwell and Derrick Gleed. Wounded Warriors presented Past President Lee Fisher with a scroll of appreciation for herself as event chair as well as The National Club.

Through a wide range or programs and services, Wounded Warriors Canada helps find solutions where gaps have left Canadian soldiers in need. Their primary focus is on mental health and the impact of post-traumatic stress, but helps any veteran in need as they make the transition to civilian life.

Since the National Club began our Giving Back charitable project, we have raised and donated over $228,000 from our members and partners.

The Toronto Flood

Dear Club Members,

I'm happy to report that Toronto's record-breaking flood yesterday had little to no significant effect on the Club. A little water seeped into the hallway from the door in the Scotia Plaza concourse, but didn't make it very far.

The most excitement came from the power failure when two of our staff members were caught inside our elevator. With the assistance of staff on the outside, the doors were pried open and everyone got out safely.

Everything is now working fine, the water vacuumed up and we remain open for business (and I rode the elevator myself today).

We hope you and your family survived the great flood of 2013 as well as we did.

Best regards,

Stephen Lautens
President

Thursday Night Is $5 Martini Night At The National Club

Members are invited to drop into The National Club this Thursday night - or any Thursday night - between 5:00 and 7:00 pm for our popular and casual Martini Night.

Whether you like your Martinis classic and straight up or colourful and exotic, on Thursday night at The National Club your choice is only $5, and the canapes are free.

Drop in and join your friends or bring a handful of guests and enjoy the best Martinis in town.

The National Club’s Summerlicious!

Beginning July 2 and featured all summer will be The National Club’s Summerlicious!

The menu will rotate every two weeks creating variety for National Club members and their guests. There will also be new summer offerings in all of our dining rooms (in addition to your old favourites). The menus will feature fresh, local ingredients.

In addition we will also have two special summertime luncheon buffets offering the very best produce Ontario has to offer - Wednesday July 24 and Wednesday August 14.

Summer at The National Club has never been so delicious!

For reservations please contact frontdesk@thenationalclub.com

 

Welcome to The National Club's New Blog

It is my pleasure to welcome you to The National Club's blog - a new and more dynamic way to keep our members and guests informed about National Club events.

We hope over the coming months to let you know about the many (sometimes unexpected) benefits of membership and share with you everything from wine tips from our sommelier to your favourite recipes from our chef.

Check back often to learn about upcoming events, see club photos and hear from staff and members about what makes The National Club such a great place to belong to.

See you at the Club,

Stephen Lautens
President
president@thenationalclub.com