By Amrita Labana

Architecture is the art, the science, and the business in building. Architects are responsible for creating buildings, which include homes, offices, schools, towers and churches. If you are an innovator, a realist, have a winning mindset and want to become a leader, then you posses the qualities of an architect.

To help you get started on the right career path, our team at Fashion Weekly knows that it is very important that you look into schools that offer the best architectural programs. The best post-secondary program for you will be one that offers appealing opportunities throughout your studies.

You want to learn from the best and be able to successfully join the work force after graduation. Ryerson University provides an architecture program, which offers rigorous preparation for an intensive architectural world.

About the Program

Ryerson University offers a four-year degree in Architectural Science. The program allows you to explore your options in the first two years. Once your first two years have been completed you get the opportunity to choose a specific discipline for your final two years.

The first two years, students mainly focus on the principles of the physical and social sciences, humanities, the eco-system and engineering and building technology. The third and fourth year students get to choose an area of concentration, Architecture, Building Science or Project Management.

Special Recognition

The Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) Awards represents the best in architectural design and innovation. It acknowledges both developing talent and the provinces most reputable architecture firms.

The awards are designed to recognize individuals who bring sustainability, creativity, legacy, good design and great business to the architectural world.

With over 150 submissions, Ryerson University is proud to congratulate Maya Janikowski, a recent Ryerson graduate for winning an OAA Award. Maya’s work, entitled “This is (NOT) a Laneway” won in the Proposals and Concepts Category this year. Also, the OAA also awarded the Ryerson Recreation and Athletics Centre, headed by Lett Smith Architects, the top prize in the Landmark Category.

Admission Requirements

If you are interested in applying for this program you must possess an OSSD diploma with 6 Grade U/M courses including English, Mathematics, (one of Geometry and Discreet Mathematics or Advanced Functions of Introduction to Calculus and Physics with a minimum of 60%).

For more info visit: http://www.arch.ryerson.ca/

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By: Ksenia Bulgakov

Life changing experiences, environmentally friendly clothing and books, and leadership training are all part of the products and services offered by Me to We. What they’re really providing, however, is an increased standard of living for people all around the world. Half of the organization’s profits are donated to their partner Free the Children, but their contribution goes beyond money.

Founded by brothers Craig and Marc Kielburger, Me to We was developed to offer volunteer and leadership training opportunities abroad. It has since then grown into the epitome of a socially responsible enterprise.
Through their endeavors in the past years, Me to We was able to save 208 037 gallons of water, 12 731 pounds of solid waste, 454 trees and 43 194 pounds of greenhouses gases by printing on recycled paper. They planted over 92 000 trees and facilitated over 145 600 volunteer hours through their trips.

Outside of their operations, Me to We strives to make a difference with the products they sell. They offer a line of hand crafted products made by Free the Children artisans around the world. Using local materials, they’re promoting sustainability and boosting smaller economies. Providing this link from the to consumers, Me to We allows the artisans to develop financial independence and a sustainable source of income.

The list of lives impacted by this organization is endless. Aside from the direct changes in small communities from new schools, or more sustainable incomes, Me to We affects people a lot closer to home as well. Through their leadership training and opportunities to volunteer abroad they are helping to shape a whole new generation. They are instilling values that have the potential to translate into a more socially conscious world, into a generation that not only cares about the environment but is also willing to do more in order to preserve it.

Me to We is more than a charitable organization aiming to make a difference by cutting down on emissions and donating a part of their profits. They’re aiming to make a difference by reeducating our population about what it really means to be socially responsible, and what we can do to not only impact the lives of others, but also of future generations.

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Stephanie Florio

Going green is a growing trend in today’s society. Fashion Weekly took on the challenge to find the best green friendly recipe. The two recipes below are to help you live a healthier lifestyle without having to lose the taste.
Burgers are something people don’t usually associate with as healthy eating. Here is a great recipe for a green eco burger that serves four.

The ingredient are,1 pound grass-fed, grass-finished ground beef, salt and ground black pepper, 3 tablespoons butter from grass-fed dairy cows, divided, 4 free-range eggs, 4 slices cheddar cheese, 8 slices whole-grain bread or 4 whole-grain rolls, 2 medium heirloom tomatoes (2 varieties if possible), 4 leaves lettuce.

The directions on how to cook this amazing burger are as follows, first heat a gas grill to medium or prepare a charcoal or wood grill, banking the coals to one side. Secondly, divide the beef into quarters and form into patties, season with salt and pepper. Thirdly, heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium. Place 1 tablespoon of the butter in the pan and coat the bottom. Crack the eggs individually into the pan and cook sunny side up. Remove from the pan and set aside. When the grill is heated, cook the burgers for 4 minutes on the first side. Flip the burgers and top each with 1/2 tablespoon of the remaining butter, then top each with a slice of the cheese. Continue cooking to desired doneness. When the burgers are done, transfer them to a warm plate and let rest for 3 minutes. Toast the bread or buns on the grill until slightly browned and crispy. Lastly, to assemble the burgers, arrange a slice of each tomato on the bottom of each bun, followed by the burger, a leaf of lettuce, an egg and the top of the bun. This is a great recipe because it allows you to still enjoy a great tasting burger, with half the calories.

The next green friendly recipe is the Warm Asparagus and Citrus Salad. This can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course. It is light and is a perfect dish for the summer.

The ingredient consist of, asparagus, 1 bunch fresh asparagus spears, ends trimmed, 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, salt, paper, and a small block of parmesan cheese (this is an optional ingredient). To make the vinaigrette, you must use 3-4 Tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp honey, zest of half a lemon,3/4 tsp Dijon mustard, extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, 1 blood orange, peeled and segmented (leftovers reserved), 1 orange, peeled and segmented, (leftovers reserved).

When preparing the salad you begin by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F. Drizzle asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place asparagus on a foil-lined baking sheet (for easy cleanup), and cook in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until bright green and tender-crisp. Then combine vinegar, honey, lemon zest and mustard in a bowl and slowly whisk in olive oil until desired consistency is reached. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Finally plate asparagus and drizzle liberally with a few tablespoons of the vinaigrette. Top with orange and blood orange segments and drizzle with remaining vinaigrette, to taste. Garnish with thin ribbons of Parmesan cheese. These recipes are easy to make and are great tasting without all the calories. Finding green recipes will provide you with great tasty meals while still being healthy. Just because something is healthy does not mean you need to sacrifice the taste!

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By Melissa Finlay

When we hear the name Bono the first thing that comes to mind is the musical legend behind the successful band U2. With number one albums on the Billboard charts, a series of number one hit songs throughout the 80’s and even still to this day and a net worth over $750 million, Bono has accomplished a lot, to say the least, in his career.

Aside from being the famed musician we all know of, Bono is also known for his great humanitarian work he has contributed to the countries and people in need over the years. In the mid 1980’s, Bono alongside his band U2 played the Band Aid and Live Aid benefit concerts, sparking Bono’s interest in humanitarian issues. Both Band and Live Aid are concerts benefiting famine relief efforts in Ethiopia which still take place to this day.

A lot of Bono’s humanitarian work has focused around our world’s poorest countries within Africa. Bono has also worked very hard to bring awareness to the AIDS pandemic in Africa over the last few years. He has also gained the attention of the US government on the issue of AIDS in Africa, in 2002 unveiling a $5 billion aid package along with George W Bush at the White House where he spoke on the issue and progress. Along with voicing his social and political views to help cause change, Bono has also put his love of music to a good cause in voicing his opinion on social issues. In 2005 Bono teamed up with recording artist Alicia Keys to record a song entitled ‘Don’t Give Up’ with all proceeds going to the Keep a Child Alive fund. Keep a Child Alive provides AIDS treatment for children and families suffering from the deadly disease in Africa and India.

Bono is passionate about the causes he supports and has used many outlets to get the word across about causes he feels very serious about and wants more people to get involved with. In 2007 Vanity Fair did something a fashion magazine has never tried before and let Bono contribute as a guest editor. Bono used this title to promote “The Africa Issue: Politics and Power” which focused on other celebrities and political figures talking about their individual contributions to relief aid in Africa.

To this day Bono continues to come up with ideas and ways to bring attention to the countries in need and issues that society needs to be more aware of. Currently, Bono is continuing to expand Product Red, perusing other brands (such as American Express and Apple) to follow and raise money in the global fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. Bono’s efforts have been recognized by many and have even made him a noble peace prize nominee! FW has chosen Bono for our most socially conscious celebrity for all his humanitarian efforts and using his fame to help others in need.

Keep up the great work Bono!

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By Mikyla Allen

Toronto was recently the first city in North America to host a Top Model Live show. There have been two Americas Next Top Model conventions held in Britain. The conventions are based on the hit show Americas Next Top Model which is in its 18th season and airs in over sixty countries. On May 4th through the 6th, America’s Next Top Model took over the Metro Toronto Convention Centre for an exciting weekend full of runways, models, beauty and fashion. The show had so much going on throughout the weekend. Guests could learn how to strut their stuff on the Sutherland Models runway, head to the John Frieda Salon Stage for a free blowout, than work it in front of the cameras at the Porter Air Paparazzi Zone. Guests could get their makeup done at various beauty bars, enjoy a manicure or even a massage!

Shopping was also a big part of this show with top brands such as American Apparel and French Connection selling their products. The stores set up booths to showcase their clothes and also included change rooms so shoppers could try things on. Vendors also sold the new must have beauty products. Local talent was also included in the show. The Devine Canadian Design zone was set up for guests to browse local fashion, jewelry and accessory designers. Bloggers and style personalities made appearances and there were demonstrations and talks.

The Pandora Open Catwalk was where all the action was at the convention with a runway show from UK designer Joey Bevan, singers Farahri and James Mabee and Canadian Idol’s Toya Alexis and Jessica Sheppard. If that wasn’t exciting enough, guests were able to reserve seats at the Schwarzkopf Professional stage where international stars Danny Fernandes and Karl Wolf performed! VIP guests included Jeanne Beker, Alain Larivee (the most sought after hairstylist in Montreal!), recording artist Trish and Degrassi stars Alicia Dea Josipovic and Luke Bilyk! Unfortunately Tyra Banks was not at the event.

Lovers of the show and inspiring models could rub shoulders with some of the ANTM all-star girls including Laura Kirkpatrick and season winner Lisa D’Amato. Sutherland Models held a model search and the big winner of the weekend was a 15 year-old-grade nine student named Anna Stephenson. Stephenson won a $10,000 price pack, an editorial spread in glow magazine, a trip to New York and a contract with Sutherland!

After a day of shopping, pampering, cat walks and celebrities, guests enjoyed wine tasting from Wild Vines and sushi to get keep their energy up. The event was a success with thousands of guests attending. Perhaps the Top Model Live convention will become an annual event for our city!

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Bobby Brigmohan wrote to us telling us the cutest story that made us all here at FW feel teary eyed and believe that romance still lives on our fast paced digital lives!

With Mother’s Day making us all appreciate the special someone in our lives, we present to you his short but sweet message:

“I would love to win this – to give to my wife…
She absolutely loves to cook and would rather cook for a living than do her current
job (customer service rep) but due to our financial obligations, she cannot pursue
her dream of being a chef (at least not right now). This would make a wonderful mother’s day gift
for her and she would truly be grateful and use it regularly.

Thank you for your consideration.”

Awwwww…..how could we say no. There were many other stories all full of passion and determination but after careful evaluation FW made their choice!

Hope Maria and Bobby love their new cookware set which is in the mail as we speak!

Special Thanks to Starfrit for making dreams come true!

Bobby and Maria!

The ninth annual White Cashmere Collection 2012: Fashion with Compassion, starring 15 of Canada’s leading-edge fashion designers, is proud to announce its 2012 Fall line-up.

A stunning showcase for Canada’s established and emerging talent, the 2012 collection is curated by fashion designer and show producer, Farley Chatto, who’s assembled a brilliant cast to create Cashmere BT (Bathroom Tissue) Couture. Fashioned in 100 per cent pure, soft and luxurious sheets of Cashmere Bathroom Tissue, Canada’s best-selling brand, the collection supports the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation and its vision of creating a future without breast cancer.

The Designers of the White Cashmere Collection 2012

Sonia Leclair
David Jack
Izzy Camilleri
Adrian Wu
Golnaz Ashtiani
Rod Philpott
Shawna Robinson and Natalie Sydoruk
Laura Siegel
Town Shoes
Lucci Rojas
Michelle Merizzi
Suhaila Niazi
Karen McFarlane
Cara Cheung
Joël Bissonnette

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By Desiree

A green hotel is environmentally friendly properties that take the initiative and implement very important practices and programs to reduce energy, water, and waste. All of the following hotels participate in recycling programs, linen changing programs, installing energy efficient lighting, and getting their message out to their guests and how they are doing their part in protecting the planet.

Toronto:
• Courtyard Downtown Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Delta Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Gladstone Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Holiday Inn On King, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• The Fairmont Royal York, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Toronto Marriott Airport Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Toronto Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
• Toronto Marriott Eaton Centre Hotel, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Montreal:

• Auberge le Jardin d’Antoine, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
• Loews Hotel Vogue, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
• Montreal Airport Marriott Hotel, Dorval, Quebec, Canada
• Residence Inn Montreal Downtown, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
• The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

NYC
• Crosby Street Hotel, New York, New York, United States
• DoubleTree Guest Suites Times Square, New York, New York, United States
• East Village Bed and Coffee, New York, New York, United States
• Allegria Hotel and Spa, Long Beach, New York, United States
• Hyatt Regency Buffalo, Buffalo, New York, United States
• Element New York Times Square West, New York, New York, United States
• Millenium Broadway Hotel New York, New York, New York, United States

Miami:
• America’s Best Inn Miami, Miami, Florida, United States
• Clifton South Beach Hotel, Miami Beach, Florida, United States
• Courtyard Miami at Aventura Mall, Aventura, Florida, United States
• InterContinental Miami, Miami, Florida, United States
• Kimpton’s Epic Hotel, Miami, Florida, United States
• Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Miami Beach, Florida, United States
• Shore Club, Miami Beach, Florida, United States
• Tempo Miami, Miami, Florida, United States
• The Strand Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida, United States
• Wyndham Miami Airport Hotel, Miami, Florida, United States

Jamaica:
• GoldenEye Resort, Oracabessa Bay, St Mary, Jamaica
• Hotel Mocking Bird Hill, Port Antonio, Jamaica
• Sonrise Beach Retreat, St Mary, Jamaica
• Stone Boat Farm B&B, Jamaica, Vermont, United States

Hawaii:
• Aaah, the Views B&B, Kamuela, Hawaii, Hawaii, United States
• Aloha Place-Inn of Volcano, Volcano, Hawaii, Hawaii, United States
• Garden Gate B&B, Maui, Hawaii, United States
• Hale Haumea Cottage, Kalapana, Hawaii, Hawaii, United States
• Hale Ho’okipa Inn B&B, Makawao, Maui, Hawaii, United States
• Hawaii Island Retreat, North Kohala, Hawaii, Hawaii, United States
• Hedonisia Hawaii Eco-Hostel, Pahoa, Hawaii, Hawaii, United States
• Honua Kai Resort and Spa, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii, United States
• Kauai Marriott Resort and Beach Club, Lihue, Hawaii, United States
• Kilauea Lodge, Volcano, Hawaii, Hawaii, United States
• Kona Village Resort, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, Hawaii

Puerto Rico:

• Casa Picaflores, El Yunque, Puerto Rico
• Casita Zumbador, El Yunque, Puerto Rico
• Hix Island House, Vieques, Puerto Rico
• Rain Forest Inn, El Yunque, Puerto Rico
• Villa Montana Beach Resort, Isabela, Bajuras, Puerto Rico

London:
• Apex City of London Hotel, London, England
• Base2Stay, London, England
• Crowne Plaza London — St James, London, England
• Days Inn – London, London, Ontario, Canada
• Novotel London Tower Bridge, London, England
• Novotel London West, London, England, United Kingdom
• Rafayel on the Left Bank, London, England
• Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, England
• The Fairmont Savoy, London, England

Paris:
• Hotel de la Porte Doree, Paris, France
• Hotel Gavarni, Paris, France
• The Farmstead B&B, Paris, Arkansas, United States

Australia:
• Alto Hotel, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
• Apollo Bay Eco Beach Hostel, Apollo Bay, Australia
• Cairns International Hotel, Cairns, Queensland, Australia
• Cape Cassini Wilderness Retreat, Kangaroo Island, Australia
• Coco Eco B&B Nature Retreat, Brome, Western Australia, Australia
• Country Comfort Warrnambool, Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia
• Daintree Ecolodge and Spa, Daintree, Queensland, Australia
• Esplanade Hotel Fremantle, Fremantle, Western Australia, Australia
• Fernmark Inn B&B, Brogo, New South Wales, Australia
• Grampians Youth Eco-Hostel, Halls Gap, Australia
• Gunya Titjikala, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
• Hepburn Retreat Centre, Hepburn Springs, Victoria, Australia

Egypt:

• Adrere Amellal Oasis Lodge, Siwa, Egypt
• Iberotel Almaza Beach Resort, Marsa Matruh, Egypt
• Iberotel Arabella, Hurghada, Egypt
• Iberotel Club Fanara & Residence, Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
• Iberotel Coraya Beach Resort, Marsa Alam, Egypt
• Iberotel Dahabeya, Dahab, Egypt
• Iberotel Grand Sharm, Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
• Iberotel Lamaya Resort, Marsa Alam, Egypt
• Iberotel Lido, Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
• Iberotel Luxor, Luxor, Egypt

Thursday, May 3rd was a special day for the fashion industry in the city of Toronto. The Toronto Fashion Incubator was celebrating their 25th anniversary with a gala being held at one of Toronto’s most notable places, the Royal Ontario Museum.

The Toronto Fashion Incubator, also known as TFI is a non-profit organization formed in 1987 by the City of Toronto and Susan Langdon is the Executive Director. It works to help up and coming fashion designers get started. TFI provides each entrepreneur with expertise on sales and marketing along with the help of meeting with experienced mentors for guidance. In-house design studios are also available for entrepreneurs for some hands on work time. TFI does not stop at taking only fashion designers under their wing, they also help out up and coming jewelry designers, small business owners and fashion students to help build their networks. TFI is a perfect place for those young students getting started in their fashion careers.

Staff working at the Toronto Fashion Incubator consist of fashion as well as business professionals. Chair of the TFI Board of Directors is Ben Barry, a model agency owner who has earned a PhD from Cambridge University and today continues to help the fashion industry in Toronto thrive by partnering up with Project Runway Canada winner Sunny Fong to create a fashion label, called VAWK.

As we know, it is hard for young entrepreneurs to take the steps and get a stable start in the industry. TFI is a great organization that helps beginners really get their start in the business while providing guidance along the way.

As part of celebration of 25 years operating and helping fashion entrepreneurs to grow, the TFI 25 event is having a night filled with networking and fashion shows. Honorary event chair Suzanne Rogers will be in attendance as well as TFI’s board of directors. If you are a young entrepreneur yourself, we hope you got a chance to check it out. It is highly worth spending the money on a ticket to this event where you will brush shoulders with some of the industry’s most well known professionals.

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If you are interested in how to get your start in the fashion industry with great chances for networking and skill building, we recommended you check out www.fashionincubator.com today!

Congrats on 25 years, TFI!