NATIONAL: Worldwide experiential marketing agency George P. Johnson has promoted Fiona Bruder to president of its North and South American operations. Bruder, who has been with the company for more than 20 years, will oversee all integrated production, digital engagement, strategy, creative and more.
On June 6, the 2021 Kidney Walk will go virtual across Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia and the territories. In order to demonstrate support for the Kidney Foundation’s patient programs, services and kidney research, participants are encouraged to walk 2 to 5 kilometers or a distance of their choosing through their neighborhoods.
HALIFAX: The fifth annual Halifax Black Film Festival will take place virtually from Feb. 23-28. Seventy-five films from Nova Scotia, Canada and the world will be screened, kicking off with Beautie Masvaure Alt’s Shaina, a film about violence against women in Zimbabwe. There will also be free community panel discussions with local and national Black voices in film and television.
TORONTO: The nonprofit organization Impact Youth & Cultural Center is hosting "And We Rise," a series of free, virtual events for Black History Month. Topics include fashion, finances, career choices, hair care and more; there's also a youth business showcase featuring young entrepreneurs, and attendees can "shop" their services in Zoom breakout rooms. The first event kicked off Feb. 5 with the Toronto All Stars Steel Orchestra.
VANCOUVER: The Vancouver Mural Festival will host a new event, VMF Winter Arts, from Feb. 12-28. Over 20 pieces of art will be set up throughout the city; visitors can download a custom app and interact with the work through augmented reality technology.
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