We are honoured to be recognized for our work on The Royal 100th Anniversary Gala, as a finalist for the categories, Best Entertainment and Best Fundraising or Nonprofit Event for the 2024 Special Events Gala Awards! ✨
We share this achievement with our client The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, performers, vendors, and partners involved in the making this a celebration to remember.
The Royal 100th Anniversary Gala and Opening Ceremony Showcase paid tribute to The Royal’s distinguished history and celebrated its commitment to remain Canada’s leader in showcasing Canadian agriculture, local food, and equine excellence.
Learn more about our work on The Royal 100th Anniversary Gala at https://halainc.com/royal-100th-anniversary-gala/.
The @Special Events Media Magazine Ace & Gala Awards is the premier event awards honouring the finest work in special events worldwide. Each year, hundreds of entries from event designers and producers across the globe are received.
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We had the opportunity to collaborate with the TELUS Friendly Future Foundation to produce the inaugural Charity Golf Classic in Vancouver ⛳
The event brought together corporate partners to raise funds for over 500 charities, helping more than 2 million youth each year across Canada.
The fun pack day included lots of fun contests and activities and the opportunity for golfers to learn more about the incredible work of the Foundation.
TELUS Friendly Future Foundation is a Canadian registered charity that believes all youth, regardless of circumstance, deserve an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In 2022, the foundation provided more than $10.6 million in grants to 548 charitable programs in the country.
Thank you Shanan Spencer-Brown, CFRE, Jodi Baxter and Louisa Niedermann for trusting us with this important initiative.
Special thank you to @Mayfair Lakes Golf & Country Club for hosting the Vancouver event and to their team who were incredible to work with! Also, thank you to Event Imaging who shot and edited this incredible highlight video.
Visit TELUS Friendly Future Foundation to show your support and make the #FutureFriendly, together!
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We had the opportunity to collaborate with the TELUS Friendly Future Foundation to produce the inaugural Charity Golf Classic in Toronto ⛳
The event brought together corporate partners to raise funds for over 500 charities, helping more than 2 million youth each year across Canada.
The fun pack day included lots of fun contests, yummy food and the opportunity for the golfers to learn more about the incredible work of the Foundation through some engaging and interactive activations.
TELUS Friendly Future Foundation is a Canadian registered charity that believes all youth, regardless of circumstance, deserve an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In 2022, the foundation provided more than $10.6 million in grants to 548 charitable programs in the country.
Thank you Shanan Spencer-Brown, Jodi Baxter and Louisa Nideermann for trusting us with this important initiative.
Special thank you to Lionhead Golf Club & Conference Centre for hosting the Toronto event and to their team who were incredible to work with! Also, thank you to Event Imaging Photography who shot and edited this incredible highlight video.
Next up is the Charity Golf Classic in Vancouver on September 14!
Visit this link to show your support and make the #FutureFriendly, together: https://tinyurl.com/32uw93z3
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We are 20 years strong! 🥂🎉
This year, we reflect on the beginning of our humble journey. From virtual and hybrid to live corporate & charitable events, we’ve had the opportunity to work with diverse portfolio of clients to produce exceptional events that tell their stories.
That is 20 years of shared moments, memories, 200+ events and 84 awards & nominations, including 12 international awards. With gratitude, we’re one of the most awarded event firms in North America and we could not have accomplished this milestone without the support of our clients, team & our incredible vendors.
We are proud of the exceptional world-class events we have produced in Canada and abroad and are thankful to have had the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most sought after and uniquely gifted event visionaries around the globe.
Thank you to our wonderful clients for trusting us to tell your stories. We look forward to continuing this journey with you!
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The 2023 Earth Day’s theme is #InvestInOurPlanet!
Today, we join our community and people around the world in supporting the largest environment movement EarthDay.org 🌎
At hala inc., we take pride in our commitment to sustainability event principles and practices. Learn more about how you can engage and participate in this movement: https://bit.ly/3URonAd
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For this edition of Hala’s Hints, we’re sharing an amazing way to transform a space and bring the guest experience to a whole new level – Projection Mapping!
Projection mapping is used to turn objects, often irregularly shaped, into display surfaces for video projection. From walls and ceilings to buildings, textured surfaces, and objects, projection mapping can create an immersive cinematic experience for your guests. ✨
According to business.com, the costs of projection mapping tend to vary, with average cost at $10,000 per minute. Factors depend on the size of the projection space and the quality and features of the media content.
Hala’s biggest recommendation for success is to align yourself and collaborate with a creative multimedia entertainment studio. At hala inc., we have had the pleasure to work with these incredible companies: Moment Factory, Derooted and The Mustard Shop 🙌.
Two once-in-a century occasions we used projection mapping for are The Royal Ontario Museum’s (ROM) Centennial Gala and The Royal 100th Anniversary Gala. Check out what we did for ROM Centennial Ball: https://bit.ly/3Hdq718
Have questions on event planning? #AskHala by commenting on this post or sending us a DM 📥
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Happy New Year! We’re back from an extended holiday, all rejuvenated and excited to collaborate with our clients for 2023 🎉
This year, we’re introducing, “Hala’s Hints” – a new recurring series that will answer your questions about all things event planning. Kicking this feature off is, “How to Make your Events Green”:
Along with creating an engaging and memorable guest experience, it is important to look at ways to “green” your event. With some careful planning, you can make your next event more sustainable, reduce its carbon footprint and become a leader in green event planning.
We are committed to adhering to sustainability event principles & practices, and believe that small steps lead to great change. So, here are five simple things you can do to make your events green:
🌿 Go paperless! Create e-tickets, digital invitations & programs as well as utilize registration/check-in apps.
♻️ Recycle and use biodegradable products
Say no to using plastic!
🍽️ Use seasonal and sustainable food.
📍Choose a green venue.
💡Use LED lighting
Have questions on event planning? #AskHala! Comment here or send us a DM @halainc.
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To say that seeing all the elements of The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair 100th Anniversary Gala come together feels rewarding is an understatement 💯
We are incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to collaborate with our client and produce this milestone event!
Stay with us in the next few days as we share our favourite moments from this year’s The Royal 100th Anniversary Gala and Opening Ceremony Showcase presented by SiriusXM Canada, and The Royal Terrace 🥂
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The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair 100th Anniversary Gala and Opening Ceremony Showcase presented by SiriusXM Canada are on and we couldn’t be more excited to share what we’ve been working on 🙌
The #RAWF100 will kick off with the gala dinner featuring:
🎤 Canadian television personality @Rick Mercer to emcee the event.
🎶 JUNO Award-winning artist @Sammy Jackson who is set to perform during cocktail hour.
🍴 Acclaimed Canadian chef @Chef Michael Bonacini for a unique and unforgettable culinary experience.
Follow us on Instagram @halainc and watch the largest indoor agricultural and equestrian event in the world unfold through our stories!
Find full show line-up for this momentous occasion here: https://bit.ly/3Mo4Kfw
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The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair 100th Anniversary kicks off with the Opening Ceremony Showcase presented by SiriusXM Canada—an evening of heritage and musical performances paying tribute to the vast and vibrant 100-year history of The Royal on Wednesday, November 2. 🎵
Treasured Canadian television personality Rick Mercer will emcee the evening events including The Opening Ceremony Showcase that will deliver an unprecedented array of special performances and collaborations never seen before.
Canadian rock legends Blue Rodeo will perform with a Rodeo feature, The Tenors who have thrilled audiences around the world with their powerful songs, blend of classical music and contemporary pop, outstanding harmonies, and undeniable charm will join the RCMP Musical Ride for a special performance, rising country star SACHA will perform with the St. Andrew's College Pipe and Drums and Randell Adjei, Ontario’s first Poet Laureate will deliver a powerful poem celebrating The Royal’s 100 years just to name a few of the acts.
See full show line-up or buy your tickets: https://bit.ly/3Mo4Kfw
We, at hala inc., can’t wait to share what we have been working on behind the scenes!
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Happy Thanksgiving! On behalf of hala inc., we thank our amazing clients, vendors, and partners for your continued trust and support. We are committed to serving you with excellence for years to come 🥂
2022 RBC Innovators' Ball
Hala Events in collaboration with Ontario Science Centre proudly presents the 2022 #RBCInnovatorsBall!
On Thursday, October 6, the community will come together to connect and engage with science experiments, new artworks and fun sponsor activations including photo op with the Van de graaff machine and presentations by Cylita Guy, Toronto bat scientist and children’s book author, and Julielynn Wong, physician-scientist.
Attendees can bid on an array of exclusive auction items through eAuction until 9:30 p.m. ET of the gala by visiting Ontariosciencecentre.ca/eauction
The RBC Innovators Ball is an annual event that supports Ontario Science Centre’s mission to inspire passion for the human adventure of discovery. The proceeds will help support the on-going innovative and accessible science programs in Ontario Science Centre. Both the eAuction and Innovators Ball are generously supported by title sponsor RBC.
Learn about our work on the 2021 Innovators’ Ball: https://bit.ly/3rlaDQX
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We are one week away from #OneLifeGala, an inaugural fundraiser benefitting the The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation's Magic Castle – play area for children whose parents are undergoing treatment within the hospital.
The event will bring together high-profile honourees on Saturday, September 24 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Four Seasons Hotel Toronto.
Stay tuned: https://onelifegala.com
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Take a trip down memory lane with these 3D projections featured in the 2014 @royalontariomuseum Centennial Ball.
The lighting installation served as a dynamic backdrop on the exterior of the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal façade. The "kaleidoscope" theme reflected ROM's identity as a fascinating place of wonder and discovery.
As the event producer we were thrilled to have the opportunity to work collaboratively with the incredibly talented @MomentFactory.
We can’t wait to create an immersive experience for the @royalfair 100th Anniversary Gala in November!
Learn more:
https://www.royalfair.org/royalshowcase/
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THEY DID IT! 🥳
Our founder, Hala Bissada & her family have been chosen to compete for Season 3 of Family Feud Canada! 🇨🇦
They can’t wait to face-off against other enthusiastic families from across Canada for some serious fun this Fall.
Their motto is #TakeFunSeriously! 😆
Thank you Family Feud Canada! 📢
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Hala Virtual Events
Our 360°virtual experiences give you the power to engage with your audience like never before!
Check out our teaser video featuring New York City’s Times Square and Grand Central Station. In the city that never sleeps, we filled this NYC immersive experience with tons of interactive surprises, including:
🚕 NYC cab driver welcome message from Times Square
🏢 Custom branded billboards
🎷 Busker Entertainment
🍎 NY Times Crossword
🎶 DJ Spinning tunes
🚶🏽♂️ Tours of Central Park, Financial District, Yankee Stadium and the Guggenheim Museum
🍕 NYC Pizza School
🍹 Mixologist demo to make the perfect Manhattan Cocktail
….and so much more!
Explore for yourself. Contact us at [email protected] for access to our demo tour and learn about key platform features. You can also visit https://halainc.com/virtual-events/ to learn more about our services.
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Hala Events Virtual Services Video
Our event visionaries are elevating the event guest experience with remarkable virtual events that give our clients the power to connect with their audience! As we look forward to returning to live events, we anticipate "re-eventing" future events with live, virtual and hybrids experiences.
Recently, we collaborated with our client and partners to create an exclusive 3D New York City immersive experience showcasing various iconic locations. Participants were welcomed by a NYC taxi driver in Times Square; made the perfect Manhattan with a Mixologist; learned the secrets of pizza-making perfection in a virtual cooking class; solved a New York Times crossword; and explored the depths of their minds with a Mentalist!
Imagine your guests blasting to the moon; experiencing a fireside chat beside Niagara Falls; or attending a virtual conference immersed in the history of the pharaohs inside the Pyramids of Giza. We can elevate and create virtual environments using innovative technology such as Augmented and Virtual Reality. The opportunities are limitless!
Visit halainc.com/virtual-events/ to learn more about our services and take a truly immersive 3D virtual tour hosted by our President & CEO Hala at halainc.com/virtualtour/. We also invite you for an intimate and interactive exclusive tour of our 3D NYC immersive experience.
Whether it is a large-scale gala or conference, an interactive product launch, livestream show or a small fireside chat, let our team of experts help you create game-changing virtual events! Contact us today for your private virtual tour!
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As a Ryerson University Alumni, Hala Bissada and her team of event experts were proud to collaborate with Ryerson University's Faculty of Law on their inaugural LegalNext Conference.
Hala Events supported the technical production of this virtual conference in collaboration with Ryerson Law, which delivered critical and thought-provoking perspectives for 1,000+ participants.
A one-day event, LegalNext is where big ideas collided and legal futures are chartered. The conference included academics and industry professionals who explored the vanguard of legal thinking. Speakers included Chief Justice Geoffrey Morawetz; Beth Beattie, Ministry of the Attorney General Civil Law Division; Sonia Katyal, Berkeley Center for Law & Technology; and Shelby Austin, Arteria AI.
Whether it is a large-scale gala or conference, an interactive product launch, livestream show or a small fireside chat, let our team of experts help you create game-changing virtual events!
Visit halainc.com/virtual-events/ to learn more about our services and take a truly immersive virtual tour hosted by our President & CEO Hala at halainc.com/virtualtour/.
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Canadian Special Event Awards
Hala Events was awarded with Best Event Produced for a Community Based Charitable Organization for Moonlight Gala!