OCTOBER THURSDAY
5
7:00PM – 10:00PM
George Brown College Waterfront Campus
TORONTO•ON
Welcome to Food Court Social 2023 – our 10th Anniversary celebration! We are excited to bring our guests together for another unforgettable night. The George Brown College Foundation’s Board extends its gratitude to all of this year’s Food Court Social new and returning sponsors as well as attendees.
Together, over the past ten years, we’ve raised more than $3.4 million to support students in George Brown College’s Augmented Education Program. And again, this year we are pleased to direct 100% of the net proceeds from this event to the Augmented Education Program and its amazing students!
Thank you for supporting Food Court Social! Enjoy the evening!
- Damon Murchison & Ray Williams
OF DIRECTORS
Gary Teelucksingh
Chair of the George Brown College Foundation Board of Directors
Chief Executive Officer, CAPCO Canada
Leen Yong Li
Director, Chair of George Brown College Finance and Investment Committees
Chief Executive Officer
Wealthsimple Foundation
Chris Campbell Director
Vice President, Toronto Carpenters’ Union Local 27
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Representative, Carpenters’ District Council of Ontario (CDCO)
Dr. Cindy Gouveia
Director
President, George Brown College Foundation
Dr. Gervan Fearon
Director
President, George Brown College
Richard Gill Director
Vice President, Corporate Development and Investor Relations, EQ Bank
Erin Griffiths
Senior Vice-President, Client Solutions, Scotiabank
Michelle S. Henry Director
Partner, Borden Ladner Gervais, LLP
Leslie McLean, RN, MScN Director Health Care Consultant
Damon Murchison Director President and CEO IG Wealth Management
Marissa Soumalias
Director & Member of the Finance and Investment Committees
Chief Executive Officer, Mission Inc.
Ray Williams Director
Managing Director and Vice Chairman
Financial Markets, National Bank Financial
The Augmented Education Program is offered free of charge to students and is partially funded by the government. As such, funds must be raised each year to ensure that this innovative, beneficial and necessary program is able to meet its operations costs and continue to expand! The Augmented Education Program provides job-focused education, training and certification in the fields of construction and culinary arts (Construction Craft Worker Foundations Program and Culinary Skills - Preparatory Training Program - respectively). The program also supports graduates in finding and retaining job placements in their respective industries.
543 students have graduated from the Augmented Education Programs since 2004.
Annual program cost: $800,000
Cost per student:
Culinary: $15,000
Construction: $12,000
My story is a little different than others. I have ALWAYS had a passion for the Culinary Arts and applied to the George Brown Culinary Program 43 years ago. At that time, life took me in a different direction and a 40 year career in the Corporate Sector working my way up through various Sales and Marketing roles. I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease during this period and not being able to safely eat in restaurants, I continued my culinary passion at home. During Covid, I spent time soul searching and knew it was time for a new direction. I wanted to fulfill my first love. I picked up my phone and searched George Brown Culinary Programs and the application to this program popped up. I had never heard of the program before but as I read through the application it was asking for information regarding mental health and addictions I was amazed. I immediately knew this program was for me.
I have been witness to MAGIC in this program. Every class I attend I see miracles with how my skills and confidence consistently improve but also every other student.
My biggest take away from my learning in this program is how I wish all other mental health and addiction programs were at the same high calibre. This program is MILES above any and all other support service programs I have accessed during my recovery. Life changing and life supporting.
Originally from Colombo, Sri Lanka, Nuha Hameed moved to Toronto, Canada in 2009 with her three children. She faced the challenges common to many newcomers in Canada, struggling to find her place in the job market and adapting to a new culture and language. However, her journey took a turn when she discovered the Culinary Skills (Preparatory Training) Program at George Brown College in 2011.
Nuha excelled in her culinary studies and was recognized for her talent. She began her career as an Assistant Cook at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, where her passion for cooking continued to grow. Since graduating in August 2011, she has held various roles in the foodservice industry, including Assistant Chef at the Gardiner Retirement Residence, Prep Cook at Station Creek Golf Club, and Food Program and Training Development Supervisor at Fred Victor. Today, Nuha wears many hats. She serves as a Private Chef for the Dominican Friary and St. Bonaventure’s Franciscan Friary, preparing nutritious meals for Catholic friars. She has also returned to George Brown College as a part-time Culinary Coach, assisting students and faculty in culinary labs.
In November 2022, Nuha began teaching specialized cooking classes at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) as part of their Therapeutic Kitchen program, in partnership with George Brown College’s Augmented Education Programs. In addition to her teaching and coaching, Nuha manages her thriving catering business, specializing in Sri Lankan cuisine, offering catering services, cakes, and culinary classes in the Greater Toronto Area. Her ultimate aspiration is to become a celebrity chef in Toronto, and with her unwavering dedication and hard work, she’s well on her way to turning this dream into reality.
We’d like to thank our Culinary Sponsor, Maple Leaf Foods.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR LONG-STANDING SUPPORT OF THE FOOD COURT SOCIAL AND GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE’S AUGMENTED EDUCATION PROGRAM.
We’d like to thank our Waterfront Sponsor, TBM.
WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF THE FOOD COURT SOCIAL AND GEORGE BROWN’S AUGMENTED EDUCATION PROGRAM.
Augmented Education Program
George Brown College
Twist Catering
George
This year’s auction features one-of-a-kind experiences and must have items.
We encourage you to bid early and bid often!
Featuring a foldable lightweight magnesium frame, powerful 400W motor, durable dual-suspension, highcapacity frame integrated battery, and five levels of pedal assist including 100% powered with a thumb throttle, Honeywell Dasher foldable electric bikes deliver superior performance that fits your needs and your storage space.
Enjoy a complimentary 7 night Premium All Inclusive Stay for Two People in a Hilltop Villa with a pool. Blackout dates do apply, and availability is subject to the hotel’s discretion. Blackout dates will be listed on the certificate. Incidentals and resort service fees are not included.
Feather and Flower Pillbox crafted by alum, David Dunkley. The Rose technique was taught to David by the Royal Milliner to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Pillbox blocking and feather embellishments were learned in George Brown College’s Millinery Program. This fascinator is custom designed for FCS.
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