• 21 Oct 2009 /  Uncategorized

    The Meta Foundation presents its annual Harvest Moon Gala to celebrate achievements and raise funds for children, youth and adult services

    Toronto, October 19, 2009 – This year an exciting and rich marketplace offering exclusive products will complement the traditional live auction to raise funds during the 2009 Harvest Moon Gala. Guests also have a chance to win the Grand Prize Draw – a two-year lease of a 2010 Ford automobile.

    This year’s Gala will feature a special memorial presentation to honour the many achievements and tireless dedication of Mimma Regina, late founding Executive Director of the Meta Centre.

    “Mimma was the driving force for the Foundation and the developmental services community,” says Lu Galasso, Meta Foundation Board of Directors President . “Her determination to help people with special needs achieve a better life will continue guiding our efforts. We count on the community to help the Meta Foundation raise the much-needed funds that will ensure the continuity and growth of the support services she worked so hard to nurture. ”

    When:             Sunday November 1, 2009

    Where:           The Terrace Banquet Hall

    1680 Creditstone Road, Vaughan

    Tickets:         $150 each / $1,500 table

    Program:

    4 pm-10 pm –          marketplace

    4 pm-5:30 pm –       cocktails and antipasto bar

    5:30 pm –                 tribute to Mimma Regina

    performance by Meta Centre participants; performance by 2009 Juno Award winner, Humble

    6:30 pm – live auction and dinner. Funds raised during the 2009 Harvest Moon Gala will go towards supporting and expanding the services provided by the Meta Centre at the Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Toronto and Scarborough locations.

    The event is being hosted by the ZZEN Group of Companies.

    About Meta Centre

    The Meta Centre was founded in 1986 and has since grown to provide services including four day programs and l 16 residences located in Toronto, Scarborough, Richmond Hill and Vaughan.

    The Meta Centre helps more than 500 children, youths and adults with special needs by providing services tailored to meet individual needs and choices. We also provide services to individuals who have autism and/or multiple disabilities. We strive to achieve an environment that respects individuality and maximizes decision-making.

    The Meta Centre believes all individuals have the right to live, work and enjoy recreational activities in their community.

    Media Contact:

    Ruth Sandland 416-736-0199 ext 329

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  • 21 Oct 2009 /  Uncategorized

    The following was an article published in Newsblaze.com on September 24,2009 in regards to the progress of the New Marriott branded residence project:

    BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis (EWORLDWIRE) Sep 24, 2009

    Royal St. Kitts Beach Resort Ltd. (”the Developer”) commemorated today the next step in the development of the Marriott Residences, St. Kitts, a whole ownership/residential project for which Century 21 Island Realty has been named as the exclusive sales agent, with the demolition of an unfinished building/structure on the property. The event marks the progress towards a new 30-acre, multi-phase project that will be integrated with the existing St. Kitts Marriott Resort.

    Royal St. Kitts Beach Resort Ltd., which is currently the single largest private investor in the tourism industry in St. Kitts, through its affiliate, secured the licensing for the Marriott Residences, St. Kitts, from Marriott International earlier this year. The branding acknowledges the confidence that Royal St. Kitts Beach Resort Ltd. and Century 21 Island Realty have in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, and in its people. Each phase of the proposed development will comprise a stand-alone building of approximately 100,000 square-feet, offering a variety of floor plans – from studio units of 700 square-feet to a four-bedroom penthouse of 3,500 square-feet.

    “We are pleased to mark the next step in the progress of the development of the Marriott Residences, St. Kitts with the demolition of an unfinished structure on the property,” stated Mr. Lu Galasso, who spoke on behalf of Vic De Zen and his partners. “This proposed project is a natural extension to the existing St. Kitts Marriott Resort and the Royal Beach Casino. The St. Kitts traveler will have access to a full scope of Marriott-branded products in one complex, ranging from a short stay of several nights at the hotel, to timeshare, to whole ownership.”

    The Developer is also pleased to announce that a member of the world’s largest real estate sales company, Century 21 Island Realty, is on board to handle the sales and marketing of The Residences. Mr. Nigel Rawlins, country manager, Century 21 Island Realty, stated, “Many dream of owning a home in the Caribbean, and the Marriott Residences St. Kitts is the ideal choice. St. Kitts offers great value in square-foot pricing, spellbinding beaches, rich rainforest, exciting nightlife, peace, tranquility and a relaxed pace. We also have great weather, direct flights from all major markets worldwide, duty-free shopping, available Economic Citizenship with the purchase of a residence, attractive tax advantages and most importantly a rich history and stable democratic government. It also helps that the country has been rated one of the top ten locations in the world to own a second home.”

    Mr. Daunesh Alcott, head broker, Century 21 Island Realty, stated, “The Marriott Residences St.Kitts is the most exciting whole ownership project in the northeast Caribbean and a fantastic opportunity. We are offering competitively priced one, two, three or four (Penthouse) bedroom condominiums with golf course or ocean views. Residence owners may enjoy the convenience of the St. Kitts Marriott Resort, which is rich in amenities including a variety of restaurant experiences and themed lounges, three pools, full-service spa and fitness center, tennis courts, concierge services, in-residence dining, retail area, and a casino. Add access to Royal St Kitts Golf Course on-site and a beautiful beach, and owners will have the perfect resort residence to call ‘home’.”

    For more information on the Marriott Residences St. Kitts, visit MrStKitts.com “> or call Century 21 Island Realty (869) 466-8000.

    ABOUT ROYAL ST. KITTS BEACH RESORT LTD

    Royal St. Kitts Beach Resort Ltd. is developer and owner of the St. Kitts Marriott Resort & Royal Beach Casino. The resort and casino offer an unparalleled island vacation experience including luxury guest rooms trimmed with West Indian accents and cutting-edge comforts. That same Caribbean flavor sets the tone in the resort’s eight restaurants and three lounges.

    For those who enjoy games of chance, the resort offers the 35,000 square-foot Royal Beach Casino, one of the largest and most luxurious in the Caribbean. The Emerald Mist Spa includes men’s and women’s saunas, hot and cold tubs, and relaxation lounges. The resort also boasts a championship course at the Royal St Kitts Golf Club.

    Whether guests are hitting the links or splitting aces, easing their mind and spirit or pleasing their palate, they seem to find just what they need from an inspiring St. Kitts vacation at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort & Royal Beach Casino.

    CENTURY 21 ISLAND REALTY

    Century 21 Island Realty provides real estate services for St. Martin, St.Maarten, St. Kitts, Nevis, Saba, Statia, and Anguilla. Whether a first-time buyer or experienced real estate investor, Century 21 Island Realty has the information everyone needs on home buying, home selling, financing, and owning real estate in the islands in the Dutch West Indies, French West Indies, British West Indies, and the Netherlands Antilles. For more information, visit Century21IslandRealty.com “>.

    ABOUT CENTURY 21

    Century 21 Real Estate LLC “> is the franchisor of the world’s largest residential real estate sales organization, providing comprehensive training, management, administrative and marketing support for the CENTURY 21 System. The System is comprised of more than 9,000 independently owned and operated franchised broker offices in 64 countries and territories worldwide. Century 21 Real Estate LLC is a subsidiary of Reality Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services.

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