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About Michelle Ormsby
Michelle is a Toronto-based social justice advocate. With a background in Broadcast Journalism, Michelle is a freelance artist, writer and metaphysical healer. As a self-described wanderer, she enjoys sharing unique Arts, Black Culture and Civic experiences with Torontonians and can be reached via her socials: IG @CtrlxJoy or LinkedIn (Michelle Ormsby).
Arts

An Abstract Journey with Gérard Paraghamian

October 15, 2024 Michelle Ormsby

Known for his prolific talent, Armenian French artist Gérard Paraghamian, has become a name synonymous with boundless talent for his […]

Greenwood Stakes epitomizes Timeless, Traditional Opulence
Community & Culture

Greenwood Stakes epitomizes Timeless, Traditional Opulence

September 19, 2024 Michelle Ormsby

Greenwood Stakes has returned to Woodbine Racetrack epitomizing itself as one of the most sought-after events of the season. The […]

Events

Luminato Illuminates Toronto

July 12, 2024 Michelle Ormsby

Summers in Toronto are uniquely filled with immersive art, food and cultural experiences. Luminato in the Square kicks off this […]

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Scarborough Duo’s Kiosk Triages Hospital Wait Times

April 25, 2024 Michelle Ormsby

The state of the health care system has arguably declined in Canada, particularly Ontario, in recent years. The pandemic highlighted […]

The RBC Black Diamond Ball Illuminates Toronto
Community & Culture

The RBC Black Diamond Ball Illuminates Toronto

April 11, 2024 Michelle Ormsby

This year’s RBC Black Diamond Ball brought opulence and elegance to Toronto while celebrating the remarkable talent of Black Canadians. […]

BLAXPO: Build Your Legacy
Community & Culture

BLAXPO: Build Your Legacy

November 19, 2023 Michelle Ormsby

Four Brown Girls (FBG) are back with the second instalment of BLAXPO – a series of lifestyle events connecting BIPOC […]

The Legacy Awards Personify Black Excellence
Community & Culture

The Legacy Awards Personify Black Excellence

October 13, 2023 Michelle Ormsby

The second annual Legacy Awards brought Black Canadian personalities out in droves celebrating each other’s remarkable contributions in film, music […]

Norman Jewison Cinema: Unveiling at the Hazelton Hotel
Film

Norman Jewison Cinema: Unveiling at the Hazelton Hotel

September 30, 2023 Michelle Ormsby

With the summer transitioning to autumn, Toronto transforms into a celebrity cornucopia during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). TIFF […]

Raising Voices Canada
Community & Culture

Rising Voices Canada: Talent is Universal. Opportunity is Not.

September 22, 2023 Michelle Ormsby

Eurocentric representation currently dominates the film and television industry in North America. Despite talent being universal, opportunities for BIPOC filmmakers […]

POV
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Charitable Choices: Biju Pappachan of POV

September 19, 2023 Michelle Ormsby

POV is an organization that partners with talented, untapped youth to champion diversity and inclusion in the content production industries […]

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