TRUSTED COMMUNITY FOR TORONTO GAY PROFESSIONALS
-
Posts
- Speed Dating for Gay Professionals on Mon May 14 7pm at the fantastic new !Xam Diamonds Showroom on Bay Street.
If you feel like it’s time to meet new prospects…But you’re tired of the online and bar scene, then join other gay professionals for a lively Speed Dating evening on Monday, May 14 from 7pm-9:30pm at a very chic downtown location, the new !Xam ethically mined diamonds showroom on Bay Street.You’ve never seen this showroom? No kidding, it’s high up in one of those office towers and by appointment-only. Limit 20 guys.
Click here to RSVP $39 includes one welcome drink
Our Speed Dating events are very popular and sell out quickly so RSVP now! - Film Club: UNDERTOW -Sat 7 April 7PM at a Private Screening Room Downtown
You can’t get much further off the beaten track than this extraordinary Peruvian drama. And it’s a tribute to the film-makers that nothing about it feels all that strange. The setting is almost abstract: a fishing village with a clear sea, rocky shore, humble shacks, sun-bleached boats and little else. Miguel appears to be a pillar of this community; popular, pious and soon to be a father. But he’s conducting a secret affair with Santiago, the local outsider artist. Just when this is looking like a routine, if distinctive, study of a sexual identity in a conservative community, though, a tragedy occurs (it’s better as a surprise) and the story takes on a curious supernatural aspect. Brokeback Mountain meets Ghost gets you halfway there, but this is a measured, delicate film, set in a vividly evoked landscape. The conclusion might be too lachrymose and melodramatic for most tastes, but if you only see one gay Peruvian fisherman ghost story this year … See the preview in the YouTube section of our website.
RSVP $10 by clicking HERE
Private Screening Room at The Spoke Club, 600 King St West 4F
- Speed Dating for Spring on Tuesday Mar 27 7-9:30pm at the luxurious Abode Public Residence Downtown
Heading into Spring, we’re not about to stand in your way…
Just go out there, do your thing and make sure when you come back that all winter flings, casual acrobatic acquaintances, and unknown Steves in your contact list have been released back into the wild.
It’s time for a fresh start…Join other gay professionals for a lively Speed Dating evening on Tuesday, March 27 from 7pm-9:30pm at the very chic loft at ABODE Public Residence located at Peter & Richmond St. Limit 20 guys.
Click here to RSVP $39 includes one drink
FILM CLUB: If you’d like to RSVP for the Film Club on April 7, click HERE
- Gay Professionals Social Mixer at Trump Hotel Sun Mar 11 from 7:30pm
Bay Street Types.
Really, you have nothing against them.
These guys are out there doing good. Bringing foreign capital to the city. Making Canadian banks look good around the world. Buying houses, condos and italian suits that most of us can’t afford…And lately, hanging out at glamorous places like $TOCK Restaurant & Lounge on the 31st floor of the new Trump Hotel Toronto.
But let’s keep the evening light, gentlemen, and have a friendly social mixer at the lounge. Meet new friends, catch up with old ones, and enjoy the elegant atmosphere of the bar, where their expert barmen and crew will put the finest drinks and appetizers at your disposal. Beers from $9 and up. RSVP HERE
Sunday, March 11 from 7:30pm
RSVP HERE $10 +Cash Bar
Limited Space.
p.s. MUST pay online prior to event. Regrettably, no last-minute drop-ins. - TGS Film Club presents: "From Beginning to End" Mon Mar 5th 7:30pm
This 2009 film from Brazil tackles a controversial subject with compassion. “From Beginning to End” is set in sun-burnished Rio de Jainero, Brazil, where two boys, Francisco and his younger half-brother (same mother, different fathers) Thomás, are being raised in upper class comfort by their doting mother.
The brothers both swim competitively and Thomas always idolises his older brother Francisco and vows to be faster than him one day. That day comes around when the brothers are men and Thomas gets invited to Russia to train for the Olympic Games.
As the brothers age and the parents begin to pass away we are left to examine the undeniably unhealthy and co-dependent relationship they share and how they deal with long-term geographical separation for the first time.
Space is limited to first 20 guys
RSVP $10 by clicking HERE
- Cook-And-Date: Singles Event in Yorkville Feb 16
Cook-and-Date this Thursday, Feb 16 from 7pm to 10pm with local celebrity Chef Vaughn Stafford Gray at Rosemill Kitchen, 1 Yorkville Avenue. Meet new gay singles in a fun and original setting!
Evening will consist of full meal preparation followed by a sit-down meal and socializing. Open bar throughout the event.
Space is limited so RSVP by calling 1-888-702-2633 or info@cookanddate.com
$95+HST This event is fully coordinated by CookAndDate.com
- TGS Film Club presents: "A Single Man" Sat Feb 11 6:30pm
Set in Los Angeles in 1962, A Single Man is the story of a British college professor, George (Colin Firth) who is struggling to find meaning in his life after the death of his long-time partner, Jim. We follow George through a single day, where a series of encounters, ultimately leads him to decide if there is a meaning to life after Jim. George is consoled by his closest friend, Charley (Julianne Moore), a 48-year-old beauty, and is stalked by one of his students, Kenny (Nicholas Hoult).
When? Sat, Feb 11 at 6:30pm, please arrive a few minutes earlier. Where? The Spoke Club, 600 King Street West, 4F
RSVP $10 by clicking HERE.
Only 20 seats available. Stay after the film to enjoy social time at the bar.
- Complimentary Cocktails on Fri Jan 20
Abode Public Residence, one of the most luxurious new venues in downtown Toronto, and OpenHouseToronto.com Real Estate By Referral Only invite all TGS members for a complimentary cocktail, nibbles and social mingling. Come on Friday, Jan 20 from 7pm-9pm and meet new gay professional friends. French music from Edith Piaf to Serge de Gainsburg, and from Yelle to Alizee will set the mood.
First drink is on the house from 7:00-7:30pm only. RSVPs are strictly required by sending an email to: hello@torontogaysingles.com
- TGS Film Club presents: "BROTHERHOOD" Sat Jan 14 5:30pm
To continue our year-long TGS Film Club, we have the most unusual “Brotherhood”, a story of two gay racists in love. Former Danish servicemen Lars and Jimmy are thrown together while training in a neo-Nazi group. Moving from hostility through grudging admiration to friendship and finally passion, events take a darker turn when their illicit relationship is uncovered. RSVP HERE
This film pushes boundaries and deals with touchy current themes. Read the NY Times review, or Watch the trailer in the video section of this website.
A private screening will take place at the elegant screening room located in the Spoke Club, 600 King Street West, 4F. starting at 5:30pm sharp. Social mixer will follow the screening at one of the club’s cash bars.
$10 -Only 20 Seats. First-come, first-served. RSVP HERE
- TGS Film Club presents: "Loose Cannons" Thu Dec 15 7:30pm
To start our year-long TGS Film Club, we have chosen “Loose Cannons”, an outrageous Italian family comedy lifts the lid on a multi-generational household coming to terms with a rapidly modernising world, and the broadening social acceptance that comes with it. RSVP HERE
No other nationality respects their food and family gatherings with the fervour and zest of the Italians, but when it comes to the Cantone family, some things are better left well away from the dinner table and in the closet! Watch trailer in the section below:
Private screening at The Spoke Club, 600 King St W 4Floor start 7:30pm sharp. Social mixer at cash bar after the screening.
$10 -Only 20 seats RSVP HERE
- Monthly professional & social networking drinks
Because of the enthusiastic crowd we had in October, we are holding one last 2nd Wednesday event on November 9 before going on winter hiatus. So please join us for another evening of good conversation and networking in the Frank Bar at the Art Gallery of Ontario. The Gallery is open later on Wednesday until 8.30pm, so if you like killing two birds with one stone, take in some art before taking a drink.
- Casual Speed Dating & Drinks at The Spoke Club on Thur Nov 3rd 7pm-8:30pm
RSVP here
Meet other quality singles at our popular Casual Speed Dating Event at the beautiful and private members-only lounge at the Spoke Club, 600 King St. W (at Portland St) RSVP here
This is a lightly-structured event that will help you break the ice and have a great time meeting others like you.RSVP here
- Wed Oct 12 Social Networking Drinks at Park Hyatt in Yorkville
TorontoGaySingles.com is happy to invite you to “2nd Wednesday” again this month. Although this is not a strictly singles-only event, some of our favourite singles are going to be in attendance. Great crowd, great networking and great venue! This event is FREE but there is a cash bar. There is no dress code but the athmosphere of the bar is very upscale so wear whatever will make you feel comfortable.
Remember to check us out on facebook under TorontoGaySingles.com !
- Wed Sep 14: Gay Professionals Mixer
Your favorite parties are the ones that happen for no reason at all. (Or at least those are some of your favorites.) So mark your calendar for next Wednesday, September 14: TorontoGaySingles.com is partnering with 2ndWednesday which is hosting a summer blowout with loads of professional gay men plus bites and sips, at one of the best newer venues downtown. There’ll also be hot servers, just because. This event is FREE to attend if you are a member of TorontoGaySingles.com, courtesy of 2ndWednesday!
Singles-Beware: 2ndWednesday is not a singles-only group, but some of our favourite men are members!
Wed Sept 14 6:30pm onwards at ORIGIN Bar - 107 King Street East. Cash Bar.
- Sat Aug 27 8pm-11pm Harbourfront Rooftop Poolside Mixer
Toronto Harbourfront can be a minefield.
Tourists. Suburban Families. Poker-face workaholics on their way to their condos.
But we think we’ve found a compelling reason for you to give it another chance. And no, you don’t need to wear your Canada-Day socks…
Introducing our first Annual Harbourftont Rooftop Poolside Mixer, a den of lakefront cocktails and rooftop views, this Saturday Augusut 27 starting at 8pm, just in time for a bit of almost post-summer summering. Reserve HERE
If you’re looking to meet new gay single friends, for a bit of a casual and relaxed night out enjoying the last nights of Summer, you’ll want to take the elevator up to the top-floor pool deck on the rooftop of the Radisson Admiral Hotel on Queens Quay. There you’ll find a well-stocked bar, chill lounge music and comfortable turquoise-and-white cushions offering views of the lake, and just perhaps, the man of your dreams.
After all…the lake is a tireless wingman.$10 only in advance $15 at door + Cash Bar-Poolside menu
Reserve online NOW http://harbourftontrooftoppoolsidemixer.eventbrite.com/ - Sat Aug 6 1pm-2:30pm: FREE Walking Tour of Downtown Toronto
This short but sweet tour will take you around the few blocks surrounding Toronto City Hall. Starting at Old City Hall, the tour will take you past the Eaton Centre, Nathan Philips Square, and many more landmarks, before finishing back where you started. It is a great introduction to Toronto, and perfect for people new to the city, or for residents who want to learn more about the things they see every day downtown.
On this 1.5 hour easy-walking tour you’ll take a glimpse back at what Toronto used to be like, and how the events over the past 175 years have shaped our city. Our unique style of combining history with pure entertainment, stories and jokes has made us one of the most popular walking tour companies in Canada!
Highlights:
Old City Hall
City Hall and science fiction
Interesting art
Nathan Philips Square
A look inside City Hall
The second oldest church in Toronto (impressive, we know)
The Eaton Centre and Timothy Eaton’s story
The Hudson Bay Company and the fur trade
Where to meet:
In front of Bannock, a restaurant at the corner of Queen St West and Bay St. There used to be a Timothy’s Coffee in that location. It’s across the street from Old City Hall (the big brown building) with the clock tower!
Cost:
FREE! There is no charge for the tour itself, but our guides work very for hard for tips. Because you choose what you pay, you are guaranteed you’ll have a GREAT tour! - Thu Aug 4: Casual Speed Dating & Drinks
Thursday, Aug 4 7pm- 8:30pm RSVP here
Meet other quality singles at our popular Casual Speed Dating Event at the beautiful and private mezzanine at the new Trattoria Mercatto, Trinity Square, North End of Eaton Centre. RSVP here
This is a lightly-structured event that will help you break the ice and have a great time meeting others like you.
$39 Cover charge includes wine or cocktail of your choice. RSVP here - Friday JUL 15 8pm: "SHELTER" -FILM CLUB AT PRIVATE SCREENING ROOM
$10 Only 18 seats available. For full details and to RSVP please click HERE
It’s funny how whenever a movie comes along with gay central characters, eager audiences and press alike tend to nickname the project “the gay cowboy movie” or “the gay slasher movie” or, in the case of Shelter, “the gay surfer movie. ” Truth is, Shelter is as much about surfing as Brokeback Mountain was about animal husbandry.
Shelter stands head-and-shoulders above most other films in its genre (gay romantic dramas, not “gay surfer movies”) thanks to its solid cast, its intimate, kitchen-sink feel, and its reluctance to play to the clichés that generally plague “coming out” movies.
Shelter’s avoidance of the standbys of coming-out movies makes an otherwise familiar story feel fresh. There are no gay bars, no drugs, no drag queens, no circuit anthems, no gay-bashings, no AIDS scares, and no screaming parents to speak of. Sure, some of these elements will likely enter any gay man’s life at some point or another, but Shelter’s focus on Zach’s first love and how it fits into his working-class surroundings lends a wonderful authenticity.
$10 Only 18 seats available. For full details and to RSVP please click HERE
- Sunday JULY 10: Nautical Sunday on Toronto Harbourfront
JULY 10, 5PM-9PM. We don’t want to alarm you, but boating season is here. Which means that those lucky enough to own a boat are spending their evenings and weekends criss-crossing the harbourfront with no regard for order, propriety or anything Rob Ford says.
And, as luck would have it, we are offering to take 12 of you single men on an unforgettable tour of Toronto Island Waters departing from Queens Quai from 5PM to 9PM on Sunday, July 10. An optional BBQ will await you upon your return to the mainland. Click Here to Reserve Your Spot!
Getting a taste of cottage life while meeting new singles just got a whole lot easier. And if by the end of the breezy evening you feel like you want to relax on dock and enjoy the sunset over the Toronto skyline…while getting to know a new friend drink in hand, well…that’s also a possibility.
$59 includes two-hours around Lake Ontario on an Avanti boat driven by a most friendly ex-U.S. Marine (it’s true!), socializing with new friendly singles and a few vodka cocktails while on board. An optional social BBQ starts back on Pier 4 at 7PM on for an extra $10 per person including delicious hamburgers, grilled vegetables, dessert, drinks, etc… TorontoGaySingles presents:
SPEED DATING AT A SEXY SPOT DOWNTOWN
SATURDAY, JUNE 18 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The prospect of immediately walking up to a guy after making eye contact at a bar can be intimidating to most. The removal of this first barrier is what makes this event attractive, and to the efficiency-minded, productive.
The process is simple—- You will meet 20 guys, or more.
- You will spend 3 minutes chatting to each person before moving on to your next date.
- If you’d like to hook up with someone again, mark his name down on your dating card.
- If you both indicate that you’re interested, we’ll provide you with each other’s contact details within 24 hours. How easy is that?
- CLICK HERE TO BOOK!
Remember, this is about having fun, so don’t get too stressed about how much time you have or what you’re going to say next! You will be provided with a list of 10 questions that you can choose to ask your dates, which will help you get a better idea of how compatible you are.
The cost to attend an event is only $39, working out at less than $2 per date. What’s more, at each event you’re treated to a complimentary drink!
-
Posts
- Apr 22, 12What gay man hasn't spent a sleepless night laying by a "platonic" buddy, hoping he'll roll over and plant a big Hollywood screen kiss on his lips? "Billy" captures all of that romantic torture, without ever falling into pathos or losing its sprightly spirit.
Watch the preview in the YouTube section of our website.
$10 Click here to RSVP
Limit to 16 guys
Film is followed by optional social time at the private club's bar - Apr 08, 12
You can’t get much further off the beaten track than this extraordinary Peruvian drama. And it’s a tribute to the film-makers that nothing about it feels all that strange. The setting is almost abstract: a fishing village with a clear sea, rocky shore, humble shacks, sun-bleached boats and little else. Miguel appears to be a pillar of this community; popular, pious and soon to be a father. But he’s conducting a secret affair with Santiago, the local outsider artist. Just when this is looking like a routine, if distinctive, study of a sexual identity in a conservative community, though, a tragedy occurs (it’s better as a surprise) and the story takes on a curious supernatural aspect. Brokeback Mountain meets Ghost gets you halfway there, but this is a measured, delicate film, set in a vividly evoked landscape. The conclusion might be too lachrymose and melodramatic for most tastes, but if you only see one gay Peruvian fisherman ghost story this year … See the preview in the YouTube section of our website. - Mar 28, 12
Heading into Spring, we’re not about to stand in your way…
Just go out there, do your thing and make sure when you come back that all winter flings, casual acrobatic acquaintances, and unknown Steves in your contact list have been released back into the wild.
It’s time for a fresh start…
Join other gay professionals for a lively Speed Dating evening on Tuesday, March 27 from 7pm-9:30pm at a very chic loft. Limit 20 guys.
Click here to RSVP $39 includes one drink
SOLD OUT - Mar 13, 12
Bay Street Types.
Really, you have nothing against them.
These guys are out there doing good. Bringing foreign capital to the city. Making Canadian banks look good around the world. Buying houses, condos and italian suits that most of us can’t afford…And lately, hanging out at glamorous places like $TOCK Restaurant & Lounge on the 31st floor of the new Trump Hotel Toronto.
But let’s keep the evening light, gentlemen, and have a friendly social mixer at the lounge. Meet new friends, catch up with old ones, and enjoy the elegant atmosphere of the bar, where their expert barmen and crew will put the finest drinks and appetizers at your disposal. Beers from $9 and up. RSVP HERE
Sunday, March 11 from 7:30pm
RSVP HERE $10 +Cash Bar
Limited Space.
p.s. MUST pay online prior to event. Regrettably, no last-minute drop-ins. - Feb 18, 12This 2009 film from Brazil tackles a controversial subject with compassion. “From Beginning to End” is set in sun-burnished Rio de Jainero, Brazil, where two boys, Francisco and his younger half-brother (same mother, different fathers) Thomás, are being raised in upper class comfort by their doting mother.
The brothers both swim competitively and Thomas always idolises his older brother Francisco and vows to be faster than him one day. That day comes around when the brothers are men and Thomas gets invited to Russia to train for the Olympic Games.
As the brothers age and the parents begin to pass away we are left to examine the undeniably unhealthy and co-dependent relationship they share and how they deal with long-term geographical separation for the first time.
Space is limited to first 20 guys
RSVP $10 by clicking HERE
- Feb 18, 12Cook-and-Date this Thursday, Feb 16 from 7pm to 10pm with local celebrity Chef Vaughn Stafford Gray at Rosemill Kitchen, 1 Yorkville Avenue. Meet new gay singles in a fun and original setting!
Evening will consist of full meal preparation followed by a sit-down meal and socializing. Open bar throughout the event.
Space is limited so RSVP by calling 1-888-702-2633 or info@cookanddate.com
$95+HST This event is fully coordinated by CookAndDate.com
- Feb 08, 12Set in Los Angeles in 1962, A Single Man is the story of a British college professor, George (Colin Firth) who is struggling to find meaning in his life after the death of his long-time partner, Jim. We follow George through a single day, where a series of encounters, ultimately leads him to decide if there is a meaning to life after Jim. George is consoled by his closest friend, Charley (Julianne Moore), a 48-year-old beauty, and is stalked by one of his students, Kenny (Nicholas Hoult).
When? Sat, Feb 11 at 6:30pm, please arrive a few minutes earlier. Where? The Spoke Club, 600 King Street West, 4FRSVP $10 by clicking HERE. Only 20 seats available. Stay after the film to enjoy social time at the bar. - Jan 24, 12
Abode Public Residence, one of the most luxurious new venues in downtown Toronto, and OpenHouseToronto.com Real Estate By Referral Only invite all TGS members for a complimentary cocktail, nibbles and social mingling. Come on Friday, Jan 20 from 7pm-9pm and meet new gay professional friends. French music from Edith Piaf to Serge de Gainsburg, and from Yelle to Alizee will set the mood.
First drink is on the house from 7:00-7:30pm only. RSVPs are strictly required by sending an email to: hello@torontogaysingles.com
- Jan 07, 12
To continue our year-long TGS Film Club, we have the most unusual “Brotherhood”, a story of two gay racists in love. Former Danish servicemen Lars and Jimmy are thrown together while training in a neo-Nazi group. Moving from hostility through grudging admiration to friendship and finally passion, events take a darker turn when their illicit relationship is uncovered. RSVP HERE
This film pushes boundaries and deals with touchy current themes. Read the NY Times review, or Watch the trailer in the video section of this website.
A private screening will take place at the elegant screening room located in the Spoke Club, 600 King Street West, 4F. starting at 5:30pm sharp. Social mixer will follow the screening at one of the club’s cash bars.
$10 -Only 20 Seats. First-come, first-served. RSVP HERE
- Dec 30, 11
To start our year-long TGS Film Club, we have chosen “Loose Cannons”, an outrageous Italian family comedy lifts the lid on a multi-generational household coming to terms with a rapidly modernising world, and the broadening social acceptance that comes with it. RSVP HERE
No other nationality respects their food and family gatherings with the fervour and zest of the Italians, but when it comes to the Cantone family, some things are better left well away from the dinner table and in the closet! Watch trailer in the section below:
Private screening at The Spoke Club, 600 King St W 4Floor start 7:30pm sharp. Social mixer at cash bar after the screening.
$10 -Only 20 seats RSVP HERE
- Dec 01, 11Because of the enthusiastic crowd we had in October, we are holding one last 2nd Wednesday event on November 9 before going on winter hiatus. So please join us for another evening of good conversation and networking in the Frank Bar at the Art Gallery of Ontario. The Gallery is open later on Wednesday until 8.30pm, so if you like killing two birds with one stone, take in some art before taking a drink. RSVP: hello@torontogaysingles.com
- Oct 26, 11
TorontoGaySingles.com is happy to invite you to “2nd Wednesday” again this month. Although this is not a strictly singles-only event, some of our favourite singles are going to be in attendance. Great crowd, great networking and great venue! This event is FREE but there is a cash bar. There is no dress code but the athmosphere of the bar is very upscale so wear whatever will make you feel comfortable.
Remember to check us out on facebook under TorontoGaySingles.com ! - Sep 02, 11Toronto Harbourfront can be a minefield.
Tourists. Suburban Families. Poker-face workaholics on their way to their condos.
But we think we’ve found a compelling reason for you to give it another chance. And no, you don’t need to wear your Canada-Day socks…
Introducing our first Annual Harbourftont Rooftop Poolside Mixer, a den of lakefront cocktails and rooftop views, this Saturday August 27 starting at 8pm, just in time for a bit of almost post-summer summering.
If you’re looking to meet new gay single friends, for a bit of a casual and relaxed night out enjoying the last nights of Summer, you’ll want to take the elevator up to the top-floor pool deck on the rooftop of the Radisson Admiral Hotel on Queens Quay. There you’ll find a well-stocked bar, chill lounge music and comfortable turquoise-and-white cushions offering views of the lake, and just perhaps, the man of your dreams.
After all…the lake is a tireless wingman.
$10 only in advance $15 at door + Cash Bar-Poolside menu - Aug 10, 11This short but sweet tour will take you around the few blocks surrounding Toronto City Hall. Starting at Old City Hall, the tour will take you past the Eaton Centre, Nathan Philips Square, and many more landmarks, before finishing back where you started. It is a great introduction to Toronto, and perfect for people new to the city, or for residents who want to learn more about the things they see every day downtown.
On this 1.5 hour easy-walking tour you’ll take a glimpse back at what Toronto used to be like, and how the events over the past 175 years have shaped our city. Our unique style of combining history with pure entertainment, stories and jokes has made us one of the most popular walking tour companies in Canada!
Highlights:
Old City Hall
City Hall and science fiction
Interesting art
Nathan Philips Square
A look inside City Hall
The second oldest church in Toronto (impressive, we know)
The Eaton Centre and Timothy Eaton’s story
The Hudson Bay Company and the fur trade
Where to meet:
In front of Bannock, a restaurant at the corner of Queen St West and Bay St. There used to be a Timothy’s Coffee in that location. It’s across the street from Old City Hall (the big brown building) with the clock tower!
Cost:
FREE! There is no charge for the tour itself, but our guides work very for hard for tips. Because you choose what you pay, you are guaranteed you’ll have a GREAT tour! - Aug 05, 11
Thursday, Aug 4 7pm- 8:30pm RSVP here
Meet other quality singles at our popular Casual Speed Dating Event at the beautiful and private mezzanine at the new Trattoria Mercatto, Trinity Square, North End of Eaton Centre. RSVP here
This is a lightly-structured event that will help you break the ice and have a great time meeting others like you. - Jul 25, 11It’s funny how whenever a movie comes along with gay central characters, eager audiences and press alike tend to nickname the project “the gay cowboy movie” or “the gay slasher movie” or, in the case of Shelter, “the gay surfer movie. ” Truth is, Shelter is as much about surfing as Brokeback Mountain was about animal husbandry.
Shelter stands head-and-shoulders above most other films in its genre (gay romantic dramas, not “gay surfer movies”) thanks to its solid cast, its intimate, kitchen-sink feel, and its reluctance to play to the clichés that generally plague “coming out” movies.
Shelter’s avoidance of the standbys of coming-out movies makes an otherwise familiar story feel fresh. There are no gay bars, no drugs, no drag queens, no circuit anthems, no gay-bashings, no AIDS scares, and no screaming parents to speak of. Sure, some of these elements will likely enter any gay man’s life at some point or another, but Shelter’s focus on Zach’s first love and how it fits into his working-class surroundings lends a wonderful authenticity. - Jul 04, 11Sunday, July 10
We don't want to alarm you, but boating season is here. Which means that those lucky enough to own a boat are spending their evenings and weekends criss-crossing the harbourfront with no regard for order, propriety or anything Rob Ford says.
And, as luck would have it, we are offering to take 12 of you single men on an unforgettable tour of Toronto Island Waters departing from Queens Quai from 5PM to 7PM on Sunday, July 10. An optional BBQ will await you upon your return to the mainland, finishing at 9PM. Click Here to Reserve Your Spot!
Getting a taste of cottage life while meeting new singles just got a whole lot easier. And if by the end of the breezy evening you feel like you want to relax on dock and enjoy the sunset over the Toronto skyline...while getting to know a new friend drink in hand, well...that's also a possibility.
$59 includes two-hours around Lake Ontario on an Avanti boat driven by a most friendly ex-U.S. Marine (it's true!), socializing with new friendly singles and a few vodka cocktails while on board. Optional BBQ starting at 7PM on Pier 4 extra $10.
Click Here to Reserve Your Spot! - Jun 10, 11June 18, 6PM
The prospect of immediately walking up to a guy after making eye contact at a bar can be intimidating to most. The removal of this first barrier is what makes this event attractive, and to the efficiency-minded, productive.The process is simple—- You will meet 20 guys, or more.
- You will spend 3 minutes chatting to each person before moving on to your next date.
- If you'd like to hook up with someone again, mark his name down on your dating card.
- If you both indicate that you're interested, we'll provide you with each other's contact details within 24 hours. How easy is that? CLICK HERE TO BOOK!
Remember, this is about having fun, so don't get too stressed about how much time you have or what you're going to say next! You will be provided with a list of 10 questions that you can choose to ask your dates, which will help you get a better idea of how compatible you are.
The cost to attend an event is only $39, working out at less than $2 per date. What's more, at each event you're treated to a complimentary drink of your choice!
Location:
The Spectacular Private Mezzanine at the New Trattoria Mercatto
Trinity Square, Toronto Eaton Centre Click HERE for directions and parking infoBook today before the remaining 11 spots are gone! - May 31, 11Good news! We've struck a deal with a tiny but well-connected and enthusiastic events firm in New York to start planning for our New York chapter this Fall! If you happen to be in the Big Apple on Saturday, June 11, join an eclectic group of singles for cocktails at the Library Bar of the Hudson Hotel, 356 West 58th. St.
- May 31, 11Have you ever dated a man who acted like a giant toddler?
-We bet you have!
Author Rebecca Eckler will be reading from her recent book to a small group on Tuesday, May 31 at 7PM (downtown location). The first two members who send an email to: hello@torontogaysingles.com with the subject: "boyfriend" will be placed on the guest list.
Now, we haven't read Ms. Eckler's book (is it satire, or serious? chick-lit humour or outdated and stereotypically-ill cheap advice?), so here are two reviews to help you decide:
http://www.walrusmagazine.com/blogs/?p=9172
http://www.shamelessmag.com/blog/2011/02/why-i-cant-ignore-how-to-raise-a-boyfriend/ - Jun 20, 11
Start your evening with a cocktail in hand and the comedy of Margaret Cho in the cozy screening room at the Private Members-only Spoke Club at 600 King Street West 4F. Shortly after, as you watch your delicious dinner make the short trip from the kitchen to your private dinning room setting, you’ll inevitably be left with one persistent thought:...Poor, poor number 13.
6:30PM -Cocktails & Comedy Screening
7:30PM -Chef's Special 3-course dinner at private dinning room in conversation with 11 other singles
$99 includes 3-course dinner and cocktail or drink of your choice.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK!
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
CLICK TO BOOK!
- May 30, 11
- May 29, 11Join a select group of singles from Canada, Europe and South America for seven nights at Sea on board one of the newest and most refined ships in the world, Celebrity Eclipse.
A few sleek cabins have been put on hold for the Februrary 11-18 Eastern Caribbean Cruise sailing out of Miami. The price you pay will depend on how soon you book, and the type of cabin you prefer. Cabins start from around US$100 per day per person!Details:
Please visit the following link to see all details about this trip:
Click here for all details
This is NOT a gays-only cruise. It is a regular cruise for those who would not feel comfortable on an all-gay environment 24/7. Here, old and new friends will spend a wondeful week of luxury, sun and relaxation strictly at their own leisure.
Each participant will book individually, and will have the option of joining the group for some of the best meals of their lives, as well as hosted activities during the sailing. You will be able to organize the rest of your time as you prefer. At no time will you feel obligated to join the group for any of the suggested activities.
Air travel and pre or post accomodation in Miami is arranged individually. Our involvement is exclusively to get a preferential group rate for the cruise and to host group activities that you may or may not decide to enjoy during the sailing. An optional pre-cruise dinner in Miami will take place at the spectacular Delano Hotel in South Beach. We are not travel agents, but would be happy to recommend that you contact for flight and hotel reservations our trusted agent: Mike.Gaito@flightcentre.ca
Does this sound pretty good to you? The more you wait, the more the price will go up!
Email us now: hello@torontogaysingles.com
-
Request Membership
Request Membership- It's Free
Whether you are meeting new friends, promoting your business, or looking for a like-minded partner...You have come to the right place!
TGS is a trusted community for successful gay men of all professions and backgrounds. Members gather regularly for social, networking, cultural, travel and sports events at Toronto's best venues.
CLICK ON THE "CONTACT" LINK AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS WEBSITE TO REQUEST AN INVITATION TO JOIN. IF YOU ARE USING A MOBILE DEVICE, CLICK HERE
-
Posts
- Dinner with Editor of The Economist
Elegant Dinner and Talk with the Editor of the Economist
Author, A Future Perfect: The Challenge and Promise of Globalization
The Windsor Arms Hotel
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
As one of the world’s foremost authorities on globalization, and as editor of the world’s most acclaimed journal on current affairs, John Micklethwait will use his unique position to provide a global perspective on today’s most interesting issues. Tickets are $500. Join and be seated for dinner with other TGS members by contacting Kathrine at 647-799-0324 x 103
-
Favorites
-
About / FAQ
About / FAQ
Frustrated you are not meeting suitable men?
Single gay men now email, chat, tweet, IM, text, video chat and even grind. We relate through our computers and phones. This makes it easier than ever to stay in touch with those we already know, but NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE to meet someone new.
TorontoGaySingles.com helps you connect with other quality gay professionals IN PERSON away from the internet and the traditional gay scene. SCROLL DOWN...
The hosts are a small group of men in our 30s who enjoy promoting networking, new friendships and relationships among our members.
Through our professional and social lives, we have noticed that some gay men find it difficult to meet new people, and that many guys who first move to our big city just don't know where to start!
What qualifies us to do this? Well, friends have been asking for dating advice and introductions for a very long time! Also, we know Toronto quite well, and realize there are thousands of missed connections every day among decent, interesting guys like you.
That's why we decided to make it our goal to help you realize your wishes for a richer social life away from the risky, uncertain and time-consuming world of internet dating and personals.
If you are motivated to meet others like you, and expand your social network while having fun along the way, we invite you to join this community!
Some of the things that inspire us are:
- New ‘wealth’. Traditionally, wealth has been based on money, family name, education, etc. But this definition of wealth is exclusionary, and even destructive. We believe that as we move into a conceptual age, the value should be based on community contribution, innovation, and social benefit.
- Origins of Good Ideas. Ronald S. Burt of University of Chicago explains that “people who live in the intersection of social worlds are at higher risk of having good ideas.” In other words, the more people you know outside from your everyday routine, the better chance you have of thinking and behaving differently. We invite our members to participate in as many events as possible, so more opportunities like these will arise.
- The Straddle. Technology should exist as a means to facilitate and/or enhance real-world interactions, and should not be treated as an end in itself. We believe in networking that is genuinely social.
- Better Filters. Communication is now more efficient than at any other point in human history, but forces us to tolerate irrelevant interactions. It is our intention that quality will trump quantity at our activities. The movement towards an increasingly temporary and fragmented world must be balanced by smart filters. And we believe these filters should be ‘human’ in nature.
- Littlewood’s Law. According to Cambridge University professor J.E. Littlewood, mathematically, individuals can expect a miracle (an exceptional event of special significance) to happen to them at the rate of about one per month. We would like to guarantee those odds for our membership.
FAQ:
What kind of service is this?
TorontoGaySingles.com is a private trusted community aimed at gay professionals of all backgrounds that provides a year-round calendar of high-quality events and experiences devoted to keeping you in good company.
We hand select our members for their good standing in the community-at-large, positive recommendations, pleasant attitude and cross-disciplinary networks.
We then design and produce experiences so they can share with each other in a comfortable setting. Because when two or more amazing people get together, their potential impact grows and the world changes shape.
This club is for guys who want to make their lives, ideas, and networks richer by meeting other remarkable people. It’s about connecting to people that make us better — to inspire more action, better ideas, and new ways of seeing the world. It´s about facilitating authentic interactions and long-term relationships of many kinds.
The impact you have in your life is shaped by the people you meet. We simply seek to accelerate that process in a powerful, meaningful way.
As a member you receive regular newsletters about once a week with details of upcoming events and experiences. With each event you attend, your network grows — not for short-term gain, but for long-term value.
Membership is granted through a very short online application. If you stumbled upon this website by chance, we invite you to go ahead and CLICK HERE TO GET INVITED!
MEMBERSHIP IS CURRENTLY FREE
We charge a participation fee to hold your spot at most of our activities, and some are be free to join. This participation fee ranges between $20 and $200, depending on the activity at hand, and it serves to cover the costs associated with the activity, and to guarantee that you will show up as promised.
We all have different preferences when it comes to food and drink. At restaruants and bars, you will be able to pay your own tab additonally to the previously paid participation fee. You only pay for what you consume. Simple.
We realize that trying to please everyone is a recipe for failure. For your reference, this organization will never choose the lowest common denominator in anything we set out to offer. If paying the lowest available cost is an important concern for you, then you will probably not be meeting other like-minded guys at our activities.
Everything you will find here is real, social and personal. No fancy websites, no searching, no profiles. Just pure LIVE connections and new relationships of many kinds.
House Rules:
1. Always RSVP in advance
2. Value every connection you make
3. Have fun!
How do I get invited?
1. To be invited, please CLICK HERE TO GET INVITED!
2. Your primary email address will be included in our communications list (your email address is safe with us!)
3. You will now receive one weekly email with invitations to quality events and experiences.
You will be able to securely RSVP using PayPal, debit, a credit card or bank transfer. If you don't use any of these methods, it's very easy to sign up at www.paypal.ca
Note: We do not accomodate last-minute drop-ins at our events.
What kind of men does this group attract? How many have signed up?
What makes this community unique and successful is the quality of its members. We look for men who lead their lives with three qualities: respect, trust and tolerance.
If you want to meet someone with these qualities, chances are you will find him at our events.
Number of members as of June 21st, 2011: 702
What if someone is repeatedly rude or offensive?
If more than one person complains about a member's poor attitude, rudeness or socially unacceptable behaviour, that person will simply be deleted from our mailing list without notice or explanation.
We understand this is a delicate issue, so we ask that members always show up with their best attitude.
Why are the Hosts doing this?
We have day jobs of our own and do not rely on the proceeds of this club, but we still want to do a great job! We use some of our time and talents to make this possible because we also enjoy meeting new and interesting people.
Out of town guests?
If you are visting Toronto and would like to attend one of our events, please get in touch at hello@TorontoGaySingles.com
Are you open to bartering with members?
Sure! If you have something that makes our lives easier, better, or can improve this service, why not!
I have a suggestion!
If you have any ideas on how to contribute to this service, please get in touch at hello@torontogaysingles.com
What are your Privacy and Cancellations Policies?
This service will never share your personal information with anyone, regardless of circumstance, without your prior consent.
Cancellations Policy:
The registration fee is forfeited if attendance is cancelled or you are a no-show. If notice is provided more than 72 hours in advance, registrants are welcome to use the forfeited fee as a credit for a future event of similar price. Alternatively, registrants can transfer their registration to a trusted friend. No refunds are offered.
As a courtesy to the hosts, written notice of your intent not to attend is appreciated. That notice can be made by e-mail: hello@torontogaysingles.com
The fine print:
© 2011 TorontoGaySingles.com ALL RIGHTS RESERVED contact: hello@TorontoGaySingles.com
TorontoGaySingles.com is a service that promotes networking, cultural, sports, culinary and other types of events. Individuals utilizing this service take full responsibility for their actions and understand that the owners of the site take no responsibility for any consequences of using this service.USER AGREEMENT
PARTIES
This document forms a legally binding agreement between you, a person who
decides to join TorontGaySingles.com, and TorontoGaySingles.com. The term
"club" hereinafter will be used to refer to TorontoGaySingles.com.
The term "event" or "events" will refer hereinafter to your voluntary
participation in any TorontoGaySingles.com activities.COPYRIGHT
This web site, and any other items or content on the web site are the sole
property of TorontoGaySingles.com and may not be duplicated for any purpose(s).
You may not post, distribute, or reproduce in any way any material or other
proprietary information of TorontoGaySingles.com without obtaining the prior
written consent of TorontoGaySingles.com. Any evidence as such will result in
a breach of copyright law, resulting in a monetary fine and penalty as deemed
suitable by the Ontario provincial court of law.TERMS
The agreement shall begin when you partake in any of the services of
TorontoGaySingles.com Using the service constitutes acceptance of these
Terms of Use. If you do not agree to the Terms of Use, you will not be able
to register as a member of this club.The term of membership with TorontoGaySingles.com
is one year from the date the application form is completed and submitted.
Membership and event fees are non-refundable. TorontoGaySingles.com Terms of Use
are subject to change at any time. Your continued use of this service constitutes
your acceptance of the new Terms of Use. Notice will be given by updates to our
web site, e-mail or other means.
PROFILES
We at TorontoGaySingles.com cannot guarantee the authenticity of any member's profile.
It is the member's responsibility to check the accuracy of any information given
by you when applying for membership, or when presenting oneself to club members.
It is the duty of TorontoGaySingles.com members to report any member who is falsifying
personal information.Toronto Business Casual may conduct random verification of profile
information provided in your application form. Any false information knowingly provided
will result in dismissal from club membership without refund.EVENTS
TorontoGaySingles.com is not responsible for any personal injury or property damage
inflicted by TorontoGaySingles.com members or their guests at our events.TorontoGaySingles.com
is not responsible for any personal lost or stolen articles or items during your attendance
at club events. There is no guarantee of the number, quality or pricing of events provided
during your term of membership. It is understood that there is no guarantee you will meet people,
or have fun at our club events. Members are expected to arrive to all events on time.
Please note TorontoGaySingles.com will not refund or compensate guests for events, if late
arrival occurs.TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP
TorontoGaySingles.com reserves the right to suspend or terminate your membership at any
time without notice or explanation, on the ground that you breach the rules outlined herein
at our discretion. Termination of your membership is included but not limited to falsifying
personal information on your application form, breach of club rules by you, solicitation
or harassment of other club members, inappropriate sexual and or criminal behavior at club
events, and drinking to the point of intoxication. We are not obliged to give a reason for
your termination.
PAYMENTS & REFUNDS
Both individual event fees and yearly membership dues are nonrefundable. You may sell your
space to another club member if you are unable to attend the event once your payment is made.
All of our events are pre-paid. In order to secure your spot at a TBC event, please pay for
events by the stipulated payment deadline. Payments received after the payment deadlines
will not be accepted.
ALCOHOL
TorontoGaySingles.com events may be held at various licensed establishments. Members
are expected to drink responsibly at all times. You agree not to operate a motorized vehicle
under the influence of alcohol.
WARRANTY
TorontoGaySingles.com provides this service "as-is" without warranty of any kind for a
particular purpose. These terms extent to any third parties. Due to the nature of internet
service, the club does not offer any guarantee of uninterrupted service.
LIMITATIONS ON LIABILITY
In no event will TorontoGaySingles.com be liable to you or any third person for any
indirect, consequential, exemplary, incidental, special or punitive damages, including
lost profits or funds arising from use of TorontoGaySingles.com services, even if
TorontoGaySingles.com has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
PRIVACY
TorontoGaySingles.com will not sell any personal information to a third party without
your written permission. Any data you submit to the club will be protected to the best
of our ability. Due to the nature of internet technology however, the club cannot guarantee
against potential security breaches.
ETIQUETTE
TorontoGaySingles.com members and guests will be respectful to other club members and
guests. You will not solicit or harass others when in attendance. You will not cause
damage to the interior or exterior of a chosen venue, and if any damages are incurred
you are solely responsible to the costs of such damages. If you are found to pose a
safety threat to any club attendee TorontoGaySingles.com reserves the right to remove
you immediately from the club event without explanation. You agree not to engage in any
illegal substance or display abusive or aggressive behavior to others when attending
events. You understand that any reports of such will result in your ejection from the
club event and from club membership immediately. As a courtesy to club organizers,
please arrive to club events in a timely fashion.
MEMBERSHIP
Membership is open to all men in the Greater Toronto Area, regardless of orientation.
You agree that you, as a member or non-member participating in TorontoGaySingles.com club
activities are in your 20s, 30s, 40s or 50s.PHOTOGRAPH DISCLAIMER
MEMBER DISPUTES
Photographs may be taken at club events and posted on our website. You will always be
made aware of your photograph being taken. You are aware that no compensation will be
made for the use of your photo for such purposes. Your photograph will not be used for
any printed media advertisements without prior approval from you. If you see a photograph
of yourself which you object to, please contact TorontoGaySingles.com and the
photo will be removed from our website.
You are solely responsible for your interactions with other TorontoGaySingles.com members.
TorontoGaySingles.com reserves the right, but has no obligation to monitor disputes between
you and other TorontoGaySingles.com members.
-
STAY TUNED FOR...
STAY TUNED FOR...
- BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENINGS
Promote your business and client recommendations. Cost $20 + Cash bar
GAY DINER EN BLANC
-An Elegant Summer Picnic
www.facebook.com/GayDinerEnBlanc
A French tradition now popular around the world. The most surreal event during PRIDE. $69 for you and a guest, includes live music, opera singers and dancing under the stars. Members-only.
-
Partner with us!
Partner with us!
- Co-Hosting OpportunitiesWe welcome hospitality, branding and sampling opportunities that will provide a quality experience for of our members.
Get in touch at: hello@torontogaysingles.com
FIND US ON FACEBOOK:
under: TorontoGaySingles.com
-
Testimonials
Testimonials
- "Great Event!" -G.B., Consultant
"I was nervous to show up at first, but I'm glad I did.." -R.G., Banker
"Thanks so much for putting the effort to organize today's gathering. It's a great idea!" -J.M., Public Servant
"I am out a lot already, but I met a few nice guys tonight" -K.L., H.R. Manager
"Nice group of guys" -G.K., Office Administrator
"I wanted to come to a relaxed gathering to meet some new guys who are relaxed like me" -D.S, Personal Coach
"The host was very hospitable and introduced me around" -R. A., -Student
"I will be here next time!" -S.A., -Nurse
COMMUNITY
"We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give."
-Sir Winston Churchill
Each event that you sign up and pay for contributes to funding other activities that all members can enjoy free of charge.
This is why we can call ourselves a community.
If you would like to donate above and beyond towards a specific free group activity of your liking, please get in touch at:
hello@torontogaysingles.com
-
Find us also on:
Find us also on:
- Facebook and Twitter
TGS is a trusted community for successful men of all professions and backgrounds. We gather regularly for social, networking, cultural and sports events. Membership is by invitation-only. We invite you to get in touch through the Contact link below.
www.TorontoGaySingles.com
