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Kia Ora Picnic Day – Sunday September 8th, 2024

Kia ora all!

We are doing it! Sunday September 8th, our annual Kia Ora Canada Toronto Picnic BBQ. This year we have secured Picnic Area 2 at the spacious Marie Curtis Park!

Haven't been to one yet? We bring the kai (food), you bring the fun. Simple!

There will be cold refreshments & snacks. And our small but well seasoned crew will gladly whip a few chops, burgs and snags on the BBQ for our mates and families while they have a yarn.

Come enjoy a day out at the park, we'd love to see you.

Loads of room on the grounds for cricket bats and rugby balls. We might even dig into the cupboards to get a lolly scramble going for the young ones. There's a splash pad and playground for the kids. Even a beach. (For the sake of a fun, and safe environment, we encourage guardians to supervise children in these areas).

We've also stood witness to a few talented bakers in the past. Of course anyone is welcome to show up with afghan cookies or a slab of ginger crunch too! (*Hint hint....*) Just prepare yourself for lavish accolades and sweet praise from homesick sweet-toothed kiwis.

RSVP!

  • Coming!? Let us know as soon as poss, so we can plan food etc. You know the deal! It really helps! Please hit that link to Eventbrite.
  • Though it’s free of charge, you also have the option to leave a koha if your heart so desires! Societies like ours could not achieve any of this, without the continued love and generosity of our people.

What do I bring?

  • You, your loved ones, your friends.
  • Picnic blanket, lawn chairs, swimsuit and towel if you're swimming, any kids games or adult ones too!
  • Special dietary requirements? We'll have veggie burgers, but if the kai we have available still doesn't accommodate you, no worries. Bring your protein of choice and we will take care of ya! Concerns or clarification? Please email us, we'll sort it out.
  • Post on any of our social media platforms that you're going, so we can look out for each other. Events are always cross posted.

How do I get there? 

  • Marie Curtis Park is located on the shore of Lake Ontario, just west of the Long Branch GO station. Lakeshore Blvd and Brown's Line being the closest main intersection.
  • GO Train: Get on to the Lakeshore West Line and hop off at Long Branch GO Station. From there walk a short distance west on Lakeshore Blvd to 42nd Street.
    Head south to the lake, park located on the right. Look for the familiar flags!
  • TTC directions: Subway to Islington Station, take Bus route 110A or 110B Islington South all the way to the very end stop - Long Branch Loop (Stop ID: 5511)
    From there walk a short distance west on Lakeshore Blvd to 42nd Street.
    Head south to the lake, park located on the right. Look for the familiar flags!
  • Driving directions: From the QEW, Gardiner or 427. Take Brown's Line south all the way to Lakeshore Blvd, turn right. After a short distance west, turn left on 42nd Street.
    Head south to the lake, park located on the right. Look for the familiar flags! You will find parking inside the Marie Curtis Park premises.

When:  Sunday, September 8th, 2024 - 11am Onwards

Where: Marie Curtis Park
2 Forty Second St, Etobicoke, ON M8W 3P2
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RSVP: Please hit that link to Eventbrite.

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Posted By admin Posted on August 14, 2024
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Māori Culture opens the CNE

Tū Māia are a Māori kapa haka group from Christchurch New Zealand. Members from their group have performed in Korea, Japan, China, India, Malaysia, Singapore and across North America. Tū Māia are a group of 18 members, which are comprised of several family members. They perform traditional and modern Māori music and dance, including the awe-inspiring haka, traditional poi and harmonic group singing. Tū Māia are making their return to the CNE stage after a 15-year hiatus.

Get your Māori culture fix at the Canadian National Exhibition this year!
Details below.

When:  August 16th to August 20th at 2pm and 5pm then August 21st to 24th at 12:30pm and 3:30pm.

Where: International Stage, Princes Blvd, Toronto.
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More information: Visit the Canadian National Exhibition website

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Posted By admin Posted on August 1, 2024
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New Zealand High Commission to Canada

Her Excellency Cecile Hillyer pictured with Mary Simon, an inspirational leader and first Indigenous person to hold the office of Governor General of Canada, at the International Women’s Day Luncheon hosted by the Canadian Club of Ottawa and the Women Heads of Diplomatic Mission in Ottawa (WHDMO).

A quick acknowledgement of New Zealand's current High Commission to Canada, Cecile Hillyer.

Naū mai ki Kanata! Welcome to Canada!

She showed much interest in the our group's presence in Canada, with encouraging words of support as we met in the din of the Royal York Hotel. We wish her every success in her new post in Ottawa, and genuinely hope she is able to enjoy this special land, from sea to sea, as much as we do.

You can follow our diplomatic missions on most social media platforms such as instagram, X or facebook.

 

 

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Posted By admin Posted on July 1, 2024
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Special Kia Ora Toronto Spec Savers Promo

Specsavers delighted to offer Kia Ora Canada – Toronto members an additional 25% OFF complete glasses from our $149 range or above when quoting this VIP code 800743 at Specsavers in Ontario. This special offer is valid up to 3 months from Dec 10th, 2022.

See the details below, or click here to download.

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Posted By admin Posted on December 24, 2022
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Our Facebook group Kia Ora Canada – Toronto continues to have a lively participation and discussion on all things New Zealand.

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Posted By admin Posted on April 19, 2021
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ANZAC Day 2021

As a result of #COVID19 restrictions, there will be no public Anzac Day services in Ottawa this year. Together with the Australian High Commission in Canada, The New Zealand High Commission – Ottawa will still honour our fallen & stand together with a broadcast of tributes across social media.

For more information see The New Zealand High Commission – Ottawa  and the Australian High Commission in Canada


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Posted By admin Posted on April 19, 2021
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Traveling between New-Zealand and Canada

We have compiled some information on travelling between Canada and New Zealand based on first hand experiences. You may find this helpful if you are planning on travelling between the two countries.

You can download the below information as a .pdf for referenceDownload

Traveling between New Zealand and Canada
(info drafted as of early Jan 2021)

When contemplating any travel between New Zealand and Canada you will want to be certain that you are right up to date with all the requirements and rule changes that will be applicable on your travel date. The following is designed to provide you with some insight, guidance and advice on staying informed.

Rules are changing and flights are being canceled frequently around the world – do not be complacent and think Canada/US to NZ will not be hit.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: The responsibility is yours and yours alone to ensure you do not have stale or inaccurate information. After all, it will be you that will be off to the airport to travel, not someone else, and you who won’t want to be one of many unprepared, or surprised and sorely disappointed travelers, that get turned back before their journey even gets underway.

Don’t just take someone’s word for it, or ours, be vigilant and check, re-check and check again… and then check it all over again!!!

Links and acronym definitions will be provided to assist you in interpreting this write up of a journey to the South or North.

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Posted By admin Posted on January 24, 2021
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New Zealand Trade and Enterprise in Canada

Rip Takhar, is a Business Development Manager with New Zealand Trade and Enterprise Canada and based here in Toronto. 

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is a government agency charged with helping NZ businesses to grow internationally. They use their extensive knowledge and global networks to help exporters of all sizes make better decisions and connect to the right partners and investors. They also connect international businesses and investors with high-value growth opportunities in NZ.

Rip has provided a some information on the work NZTE does.

Download NZTECanadaDownload

Kia Ora and Seasons Greetings after what has been a tough year for us all in Canada and right across the world. No doubt we are all wondering when we will be able to see our extended families and travel again. I trust that you were all able to take a small break over Christmas and the New Year period.
My name is Rip Takhar and it is my pleasure to introduce myself to the Kia Ora Canada members and readership. It’s also a great opportunity to share information about New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), and its role in supporting NZ Companies in Canada.

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Posted By admin Posted on January 24, 2021

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