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Jackie Richardson
A dazzling performer who grew up in Richmond Hill, Jackie Richardson is Canada’s first lady of jazz, blues and gospel. When she’s not busy winning Dora Awards, ("Ain't Misbehaving", "Cookin' At The Cookery"), she has performed and/or recorded with the likes of Rita Chiarelli, Morgan Davis, Anne Murray, Alannah Myles, Michelle Wright and Joe Sealy.
Danny Marks
Returning for the second year, Toronto's Danny Marks is a brilliant guitarist whose roots go back to the sixties as a founding member of Capitol Records' group, Edward Bear. In 2006, Danny won the Maple Blues Blues with a Feeling Award for lifetime achievement in music and broadcast in 2006. Danny currently hosts BLUZ.FM Saturday nights on JAZZ.FM91.
The Cates/Fomin Project
Demo Cates and Stan Fomin are both huge Smooth Jazz stars in Canada, with impressive credentials, not the least of which are numerous Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards nominations and #1 hits on the Wave 94.7 (Windsor, Ontario) Playlist. Now combining their talents with The Cates Fomin Project, Demo Cates and Stan Fomin capture the listener’s attention and guide them on a musical journey that touches the heart and lets emotion flow freely.
The Gary Kendall Band
Gary has been a key supporter of BluesLINK it began in 2006. A multiple Maple Blues Awards winner, long time and current member of The Downchild Blues Band, Gary also directs the The Maple Blues Revue which tours Canada’s festivals and concert halls with a show that features this country’s blues elite.
Nick Cuda with guest vocalist Rachel Persaud
Nick has been performing music and entertaining professionally in the Toronto area for over twenty years. He is a master guitarist and composer with a distinct style that integrates the rhythms of Latin Jazz, the exotic feel of World Music, the immediacy of Pop and the joy that is pure Nick Cuda. Gifted vocalist Rachel Persaud will join Nick for this special evening, sharing her message of healing, empathy and passion.
Guest Emcee: Paul Bliss, CTV News Toronto
Paul Bliss is CTV’s Queen’s Park Bureau Chief Reporter, but viewers may also be familiar with his work as a back up anchor for both CTV Toronto and CTV News Net. A native of Fort Erie, Paul worked in television, radio and print journalism before joining CTV Toronto in 2001. He is an active volunteer in the local community with Big Brothers, Heart and Stroke Foundation, and the Canadian Cancer Society. Paul also teaches television journalism at Humber College
Live@Courthouse, 57 Adelaide St. East, Toronto, ON - M5C 1K6
This beautifully refurbished historic court building boasts 25-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, four authentic fireplaces and a mezzanine furnished with three iron-laced balconies. The Silent Auction will take place on the second floor overlooking the stage.
Every year, thousands of street-involved youth struggle to survive in Toronto. Street-involved youth have a 13% higher mortality rate than other youth and often live with chronic physical and mental health issues. Poverty, abuse and homelessness can seem like insurmountable barriers. Many fall through the cracks in our community, unseen and forgotten.
YOUTHLINK’s Inner City programs offer basic support, access to health care, and opportunities to build employment and life skills. By treating these youth with respect and dignity, we help them not only survive, but thrive. Last year over 1,100 young people took part in these programs, which are recognized internationally for their innovative approach. Today, street-involved youth need these programs more than ever.
Tickets: $35 advance/$40 at door
Special group rate: $300/10 tickets
To order tickets in advance, just call YOUTHLINK’s main office at 416-967-1773. We will mail your tickets or you can pick them up at the door.
Need more info??? Please phone 416-967-1773 or email info@youthlink.ca
We've got an exciting list of Silent Auction items and raffle prizes including:
... (more to come in the next few days)
Thanks to all those who donated items!
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YOUTHLINK
747 Warden Avenue | Toronto, ON | M1L 4A8
416-967-1773
