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This past Friday, August 3rd, we took over the top floor of the Roots store (Eaton Centre location) for another installment of our “Show Your Roots” Pop-Up Shop. We released limited edition t-shirts in celebration of Jamaica and Trinidad’s 50th Anniversary of Independence. The t-shirts were originally supposed to be available in 3 Roots store locations (Yorkdale Mall, Bloor St, and Eaton Centre), but after the first 15 minutes, we were all SOLD OUT!

If you didn’t get a t-shirt, but still want one… tweet @RootsCanada #ShowYourRoots

Trinidad’s very own Kes (Kes The Band) was on site in support of our “Show Your Roots” campaign.

Toronto Raptors player Amir Johnson stopped by to showcase his new 1 LOVE T.O. USA Flag/Heart shirt.

Check out more photos here: FACEBOOK GALLERY

Photos by Taha.

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1 LOVE T.O. & ROOTS Canada are excited to announce the newest release in our “Show Your Roots” Collection.

We are extremely proud of this project, as it’s in honour of 50 years of Independence (1962-2012) for both Jamaica & Trinidad.

The shirts come at a great time, while the city is buzzing with excitement for this year’s Toronto Caribbean Carnival.

On Friday, August 3rd (just in time for Caribana), we’ll be hosting a pop-up shop, from 4-9pm, at the Roots store inside the Eaton Centre (220 Yonge St). Our US ambassador and Toronto Raptors very own Amir Johnson will also be there!

For more info: FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE

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We’ve just added another flag to our Carnival collection. The Philippines Heart/Flag T-Shirt is now available for order!

We are inviting everyone to join our 1 LOVE T.O. float on Saturday, August 4th, as we hit the parade route for this year’s 2012 Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival! Whether you’ve played before or this will be your first time, let’s all hit the parade 1 LOVE T.O. style!

Since this is our first year in the parade, we won’t have full costumes, however you’ll still get the authentic carnival experience by going down the road with music from DJ POWER along side our very own host T-RexXx. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to “Show Your Roots” by personalizing the heart of our classic 1 LOVE T.O. T-Shirt with the flag of your choice.

All Flag Options Include: Canada, USA, Jamaica, Trinidad, Guyana, Barbados, Grenada & Philippines.

REGISTRATION IS OVER.

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Amir Johnson (from the Toronto Raptors), will be joining us as the official US ambassador for our float in this year’s Toronto Caribbean Carnival!!!

CONTEST
Enter for your chance to ‘jump up’ with Amir Johnson & 1 LOVE T.O. on Saturday, August 4th, in this year’s Toronto Caribbean Carnival. We’ll be selecting 5 lucky winners, every day this week, from Monday to Friday.

HOW TO ENTER
1. Follow @IamAmirJohnson & @1LOVETO
2. Tweet #1LOVETOwin

*You must be 18+ years to enter.

Contest closes Friday, July 20, 2012.

Photo by Jalani Morgan

Due to popular demand, we’re excited to announce that we’re releasing the United States Flag/Heart T-Shirt!

During the Caribbean Carnival weekend, Toronto plays host to thousands of visitors from around the world. With so many people from the US attending, we’re looking forward to welcoming our neighbours from south of the border.

You’re now able to order your very own 1 LOVE T.O. US Heart/Flag T-Shirt as part of the Carnival flag collection.

Other Flag Options include: Canada, Jamaica, Trinidad, Guyana, Barbados, Grenada & Philippines.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OVER.

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The companion work to “Fresh Eyes” is “Births, Deaths, Arrivals” featured in the Obits section of the Toronto Star. This work showcases not only the need for newcomers within Canada’s shifting demographics, but also seeks to balance out the spectacle of “Fresh Eyes” with individual stories and intimate portraiture. The Arrivals section will start on July 10th, in the Greater Toronto Notices section of the Toronto Star and run on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays during the month of July.

This project is part of the first commission of the Toronto 2015 Arts & Culture Advisory Council.

For more info: arrivals.ca

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On July 10, as part of the 3-year countdown to the Pan Am Games, City Hall was taken over by “Fresh Eyes”, a photography project by the arrivals.ca team, which was commissioned by the Toronto 2015 Arts & Culture Advisory Council. The transparent images can be seen over a 100 meter stretch of windows facing Nathan Phillips Square. The purpose of the project (aside from artistic value) is to allow our city officials to see through the eyes of a new Canadian citizen, while highlighting the value that new and diverse perspectives bring to the decision making process.

To see more photos, CLICK HERE.

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We are excited to announce that on Saturday, August 4th, 1 LOVE T.O. in partnership with Roots Canada, will be participating in the 2012 Scotiabank Toronto Caribbean Carnival!

This year we’ll be contributing to one of North America’s largest cultural celebrations and we need your help to make it unforgettable. Whether you’ve played before or this will be your first time, let’s all hit the parade 1 LOVE T.O. style.

Since this is our first year in the parade, we won’t have full costumes, however you’ll still get the authentic carnival experience by going down the road with music from DJ POWER along side our very own host T-RexXx. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to “Show Your Roots” by personalizing the heart of our classic 1 LOVE T.O. T-Shirt with the flag of your choice.

Choose from the following 8 options: Canada, USA, Jamaica, Trinidad, Guyana, Barbados, Grenada, Philippines. If you would like to suggest an additional flag, email us at info@1loveto.com. Please keep in mind we need a minimum of 24 orders.

REGISTRATION IS OVER.

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Photo by Ruth Choi

Check out the 2011 re-cap video for Toronto’s MANIFESTO Festival of Community & Culture, celebrateing 5 years.

For more info: themanifesto.ca

Previously: Manifesto -”Each One, Teach One”

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Here’s a quick look at Toronto’s Manifesto Festival of Community & Culture, as they talk about their organization and the concept of “Each One, Teach One”.

Check back tomorrow for a complete video recap of last year’s 2011 Manifesto Festival.

For more info: themanifesto.ca

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Toronto! Luminato is back for it’s 5th Year…

To celebrate, K’Naan and Kae Sun will launch the festival with an Opening Night Concert at David Pecaut Square. Running from June 8-17th, you will have plenty of chances to take part in the incredible celebration of artistry. Events fall under categories like theatre, music, literature, visual, magic, food and illuminations and you can bet there is something for everyone at the Festival.

We’ve heard great things about Einstein on the Beach, and the story behind it interests us even further. The visualization of Beethoven’s Sonatas by Jorinde Voigt is likely another “can’t miss” as well. Be sure to check out some of the other events, and some unique experiences that Festival Partners like L’Oreal and Kiehl’s are offering.

You can bet that some of our team will be at the President’s Choice 1000 Tastes of Toronto event, in addition to a few others. Leave a comment or tweet us the events you’re looking forward to, and hopefully we’ll see you there!

For more info: luminato.com

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