Miss Teen Canada Blog Network – Update

Reminder to all bloggers, please look for the newsletters (2) we have sent out to each email address. Lots of good information in them including introduction to video challenges. Also please make sure the SHARE buttons work in your sidebar profiles. Those little button are invaluable for building Facebook / Twitter / YouTube and Tumblr etc readership. Also if someone could please upload some video to the http://www.missteencanadablognetwork.com/video page so I know it works – that’d be great.

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Posted On:May 18, 2012 Categories:Events, Toronto

The Miss Teen Legacy lives on.

 
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Healthy Strawberry Banana Cherrie Pops

On an extremely hot day in the summer I love to create my own popsicles. After testing out several recipes this one definitely came out on top and with no artificial sweeteners or preservatives this recipe earns the right to be called delicious and nutritious ! And not only is this recipe fun, but its also as easy as 1,2,3 !

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Strawberries
  • 2 Ripe Bananas
  • 1 cup Maraschino Cherries
  • 1 Tablespoon Honey
  • 1 cup Skim Milk

Directions

  1. Slice your bananas and strawberries into small pieces
  2. Add all of your ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth
  3. Poor the mixture into a popsicle mold and put into the freezer until hard, this usually takes approximated 4 hours

Enjoy !

xoxo Lilly Malloy (Miss Teen Toronto-World 2011)

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Posted On:August 16, 2011 Categories:Uncategorized

Lenzr Photo Contests !

Check out the new contests on Lenzr for a chance to win some great prizes. Lenzr is known for their fun contests because they are challenging and creative. Give them a glance; maybe they will spark your photography side.

Fireplaces and Furnaces:

The first contest is called Fireplaces and Furnaces. The idea is to take pictures of you getting all cozy in front of a fireplace. Show Lenzr how you plan to keep warm this winter and how prepared for the season you are. The picture must be taken indoors and it has to be in front of a fireplace or furnace. The winner will receive a Sony laptop courtesy of an Ontario furnace installer. The summer season is the best time to get great deals on furnace replacement or installation. This is awesome if your heading back to school, a new laptop would be really beneficial to any one!

Toronto Tourist Attractions:

Another photo contest on Lenzr is Toronto Tourist Attractions. Think of your favorite Toronto spot, take an image of it and send it to Lenzr. Canada’s largest city has so much to offer, so show it off. The winning photo should look like the kind of image you would see in a travel magazine. The winner of this contest will receive an inflatable boat courtesy of a Toronto bed and breakfast. Relax in the heart of the city and let your troubles float away.

Haircuts and Hair Styles:

The next photo contest is all about hair. Snap a picture of your favorite Haircuts and Hairstyles, and send it to Lenzr for a chance to win a professional blow dryer and flat iron. The prize is courtesy of a Yorkville Salon. Your hair has to be the focus of the picture. Do you love big curls, high lights or up do’s? Well show it off on Lenzr by submitting your photo to the contest.

Objects in Motion:

This is the hardest photo contest of them all. To get the winning shot, you will need to be patient and creative. The Objects in Motion photo contest wants participant to submit images of an object (or person or animal) in motion; be sure your photograph illustrates which direction the movement is heading. The winner of this contest will receive a Sony laptop courtesy of an air freight company known for their quality and great service. They are is constantly keeping objects in motion over land, sea and sky.

 

Be sure to enter your photographs before August 25th. Judges will deliberate and choose the photograph from the top ten. The winner will be announced on September 1st. Good luck to all who enter !!

xoxo Lilly Malloy (Miss Teen Toronto-World 2011)

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Posted On:August 13, 2011 Categories:Events, Uncategorized

Assignment #3- Life with Lil

 

Life With Lil

I would call my show Life Lil. It would be a talk show and the point of my show would be to help people see the positives in their life or to help them find the positives in their life. I would want to create a show about trying to be the best person on the inside that you can be. We all find ourselves rushing through life and I think we lose ourselves sometimes. We forget who we are, what we wanted to do with our lives and where we want to be as people on this earth. I would use my show to reconnect with the person we have lost on the inside. I would get a variety of Charities and non-profit organizations to come on the show. I would also get good will ambassadors and people who the charities have helped. Get the message out that we can all play a part and make a difference. I would also get ordinary people on the show and get them to open up and talk about their lives and how they got back on track to inspire those who may be in a facing a rut in their lives at the moment. Along with this the show will also touch base with things such as fashion, makeup and issues facing women.

 

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Karaoke and Talent Night in Support of March of Dimes

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Posted On:June 30, 2011 Categories:Uncategorized

Virgin Atlantic and it's partnership with Free the Children

Free the Children with Change for Children in the Air!

Free the Children corporate sponsors play a crucial role in helping the organization reach its targets. One partner I picked to look at is Virgin Atlantic with their program “Change in the Air” & “Change for Children“. Virgin Atlantic is committed to continuously improving social justice issues around the world in combination with environmental issues. Virgin Atlantic has been on the forefront of many environmental projects especially in aviation to try and incorporate a clean approach to flight, both socially and environmentally. They believe in helping those communities and countries in which they fly to. They show this passion through their statement “supporting sustainable development to the communities in which we fly”.

“Change is in the air!”

The crew that visited the Sikirar community in Tanzania

Virgin Atlantic and its cabin crew recently travelled to Sikirar community in Maasia Mara Tanzania. They teamed up with Free the Children to see what the sustainable development programs being put in place really mean for the people they touch. Free the Children is currently working with elders of the Sikirar community in creating sustainable developments in clean water accesses and access to education.

The sixty member crew who climbed the mountain. The money fundraised went to a Kenyan Village.

“Ain’t no mountain high enough!”

Virgin Atlantic also did another fundraiser for Free the Children with the help of sixty employees from every part of Virgin Atlantic. They decided to raise money by climbing Mount Kenya. They achieved their goal by fundraising £40,000 ($63,100 CAD) for the cause and making it to the top of the mountain. This allowed Free the Children to build 3 classrooms and fully equip them, build a soccer fields and equipment for the students and a community garden for the community.

“Spare some change?”

In 2003 the Virgin Atlantic foundation was set up a charitable trust with a onboard appeal called “Change for Children“. The premise behind this is that onboard the fleet of aircraft operated by Virgin Atlantic there will be collections of any amount of change the passengers may willing to donate. This organization is quiet simply amazing. The organization donates on average £45,000 ($71,000 CAD) to environmental and social issues facing children around the world. Recently the foundation has announced that for the next three years, 2010-2012, the foundation will donate all money raised by their onboard “Change for Children” appeal to Free the Children. In 2010, “Change for Children” Raised £600,611.87 ($947,720.08 CAD).

Biofuel lifts dreams and expectations for the future!

Sir Richard Branson holding a sample of the Biofuel used on the test flight from London to Amsterdam on the Boeing 747-400 test flight. The flight was held on the 24th of February 2008.

Many of you will wonder why I chose Virgin Atlantic; well it was quiet by chance. A few years ago I was watching the news and saw that Sir Richard Branson, owner of Virgin Group, flew one of his planes with an engine running 20% bio fuel mix. I thought it was very interesting and quiet exciting. It was exciting to think that something so massive could be propelled off environmentally friendly and sustainable fuel. So when I opened the sponsor page and saw Virgin Atlantic on the list I was quickly drawn to it. The reason I chose it though is because of their social responsibility. Many of us do not donate we do not have the time to help. We can get busy just trying to keep up with our own life problems. But we do travel and we do other things that we don’t realize actually do play a role in helping our planet

The Boeing 747-400 plane used for the test flight

and those who live on it. When we travel for example and choose an Airline that donates and fundraises for charities, like Virgin Atlantic, we are actually indirectly supporting not only social justice issues but environmental issues. It is important to know where our money goes when we spend on consumer items, and by choosing sponsors like Virgin Atlantic, we will know where that money is going and that we too have helped make a difference.

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MTCW 2011 Assignment #1- Visiting Toronto, Ontario !

Lilly Malloy- Miss Teen Toronto-World 2011

Hi Everyone ! My name is Lilly  Malloy, and yes, I am a Torontonian, and proud of it ! I am Miss Teen Toronto-World 2011.  I was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario and today I’ll be giving you some awesome suggestions of must see places in my home town! When it comes to things to do in Toronto, the list can go on forever, but here are some of my favourite things that I recommend. Read on to find out about my personal favorite attractions, shopping destinations , food and events !

So…Where Exactly is Toronto?

Toronto, Ontario, Canada lies on the shore of Lake Ontario, the easternmost of the Great Lakes

Did You Know? Fun Facts About Toronto!

  • One quarter of Canada’s population lives within a 160km radius of Toronto
  • Toronto is Canada’s number 1 tourist destination
  • Toronto is Canada’s biggest city
  • Yonge Street is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest street in the world, stretching 1,896 km from the lakeshore in Toronto, north to Rainy River, Ontario, near the Minnesota border
  • Many of today’s famous movie stars hail from Toronto and the GTA including Jim Carrey, Mike Myers and Eugene Levy.
  • About 25% of films produced in Hollywood are actually filmed in Toronto, making it North America’s 3rd largest TV and movie production venue.
  • The one and only real castle in North America is in Toronto
  • Toronto is known as one of the most multicultural cities in the world, 49.9% of the population is actually born outside of  Canada

What is My Favourite Thing About My City?

Multiculturalism. 49.9% of Toronto’s population was born outside of Canada and I love this. Because of this I am a very well rounded individual and have been exposed to so many difference cultures. If it weren’t for me living in Toronto, these experiences would of never been possible. I love the fact that I can go to Pacific Mall or China Town and see so many Asian cultures, Gerrard Street for an Indian Bazaar and of course Little Italy. In Toronto, no matter what part of the world you come from, I can say with confidence that you will always feel at home

Attractions

The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)

Standing in front of the remarkable Royal Ontario Museum

For history buffs like myself, the Royal Ontario Museum is a Must See. There is over 6 million items in the ROM’s

collection.They range from natural history to world cultures. On your visit to the ROM admission ranges from $16.00-$24.00 depending on age. Special Exhibitions are extra. You can spend the day checking out fossils, artifacts, totem poles and even Dinosaur Bones (Which is my personal favourite). Even the beautiful architecture of the outside of the ROM is unmistakable, there is no way this building would ever be mistaken for another.


 

 

Casa Loma

 

The beautiful Casa Loma

Sitting in front of Casa Loma

Casa Loma is the former home of Sir Henry Mill Pellatt, it was constructed over a three year period from 1911-1914.  Now a Museum and extremely popular tourist attraction. It has also been a popular destination for movies and TV shoots such as the X-Men, Chicago, The Pacifier and many more.  Casa Loma is also complete with an amazing view of the city and a beautiful artistic garden. Admission ranges from $10.00-$22.00 which includes the multimedia tour guide and a viewing of the Pellatt documentary.

The Toronto Zoo

 

Standing by the globe at the Toronto Zoo

Welcome to the Toronto Zoo !

Who doesn’t love animals? I know I do ! The Toronto Zoo is open year round located in Toronto and set in the Rouge Valley. The Zoo has over 5000 animals, over 6 miles of walking trails and is known as one of the biggest Zoos in the world. The Zoo is divided into seven zoogeographic regions: Indo-Malaya, Africa, the Americas, Australasia, Eurasia, Canadian Domain and the Tundra Trek. Animals are displayed indoors in tropical pavilions and outdoors in naturalistic environments, with viewing at many levels. There are 4 rides: zoomobile, conservation carousel, CAMEL RIDES !! and ponies. Visit the incredible 10-acre Tundra Trek featuring an amazing 5-acre Polar bear habitat complete with an underwater viewing area, the Gorilla Rainforest which is home to  a Western Lowland Gorilla troop and the newest addition of the zoo is Nassir, the Great Barrier Reef. Admission Ranges from $13.00-$23.00.

Art Gallery of Ontario

Art Gallery of Ontario

Love art? Love History? Then you will LOVE the Art Gallery of Ontario. The AGO holds more than 80,000 works in its collection, which spans from 100 A.D. to the present. The AGO offers a Canadian Collection, European Art and Contemporary Art. More than 40,000 photographs and a wide spectrum of major exhibits. Obviously it has earned the title as one of Canada’s most distinguished art museums. Admission ranges from $11.00-$25.00 dependent on age and whether you choose to go to the special exhibit or not.

Hockey Hall of Fame

 

Standing in front of the Hockey Hall of Fame

Toronto is Canada’s biggest city, and hockey is Canada’s biggest sport. To me this goes hand in hand and of course is going to be on my list of places to see when visiting Toronto! The Hockey Hall of Fame is Perfect for all of the major hockey fans out there. Admission ranges from $10.00-$15.00

 

 

 

The CN Tower

The CN Tower

The CN Tower was officially opened on October 1st 1976, my Dad was actually at the opening ! The High Speed Elevator takes only 58 seconds to reach a height of 346 m and the Look out offers a breath taking view of Toronto and then there’s the Sky Pod which takes you even higher ! On a really nice day its not uncommon for you to be able to see all of Toronto and even Rochester, New york. Edge walk at the CN Tower is the newest attraction, I get nervous just thinking about it. Basically, they strap you to the side of the CN Tower and you get to walk around the OUTSIDE perimeter of the main pod of the tower, What an adrenaline rush. The Glass Floor is the most popular attraction at the CN Tower, I’m not even afraid of heights and I have trouble with this attraction. Admission ranges from $14.99-$34.99

The Harbourfront Centre

Harbourfront is my favorite place in the city to just sit down and relax. On a nice day you can sit on the beach chairs, under an umbrella, watch the boats go by and the airplanes land at the Toronto Island Airport all right in front of you. I love to come here after a long day at school or work and just relax with the sun in my face. There is also boat rentals, canoe rides, and tons of public programmes.

Harbourfront, My favourite relaxation point in Toronto

Food

THE BIG SLICE

Located at Yonge and Gerrard Street, THE BIG SLICE is my favourite pizzeria in Toronto.  It not only offers inexpensive choices but also the biggest pizza slices I have ever seen. Literally.

Shopping

The Toronto Eaton Centre offers over 230 retailers, restaurants and services. Known as Canada’s premier shopping destination. The entire mall offers an urban vibrancy. If going to to Eaton Centre with a friend be sure to bring a phone in case you get lost, it’s really big ! there’s two subway stations in the mall, one on both sides!

Standing in front of the Toronto Eaton Centre outside of Dundas subway station

Special Events

Toronto is the absolute best place for special events. Some of these events include Caribana, The Pride Parade, Summerlicious, ScotiaBank Nuit Blanche and The Calvalcade of Lights.

The Toronto City Pass

If your planning on visiting Toronto, make sure to check out the Toronto City Pass which offers you a 45% discount when bought in order to see the CN Tower, Casa Loma, Science Centre, Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) and the Toronto Zoo.

 

 

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Posted On:June 19, 2011 Categories:Events, Miss Teen, Toronto, Uncategorized

Lilly Malloy, 2011 Miss Teen Toronto – World

Hey Everyone ! I’m Lilly Malloy from Toronto, Ontario and I am Miss Teen Toronto World 2011, I was crowned in November of 2010 out of 50 girls

Standing with my Mom, Evita Malloy and Dad, Darcy Malloy at the Miss Teen Ontario-World 2011 Competition

I’m so excited to be representing my home in the national competition! The pageant will be held July 9th-17th in Toronto and I’m really looking forward for all the finalists to come to my home town so we can all finally meet ! I’m positive they are all beautiful girls on the inside and out.

The official charity of Miss Teen Canada-World is Free The Children, I’ll be fundraising for this cause throughout my journey !

My individual  platform is Disability Awareness. This is because my sister has Cerebral Palsy which is a condition, sometimes thought of as a group of disorders that can involve brain and nervous system functions such as movement, learning, hearing, seeing, and thinking (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001734/). In my sisters case, she lacks the ability to walk and talk confining her to a wheel chair. Growing up was always difficult especially going out in public with my sister because of the way I witnessed people staring with judgmental faces and often times I would over hear nasty jokes and comments. It hurt to see some one I love being treated that way and the fact that at the time I had no power to make a difference in peoples mindset always upset me when I was a kid. My ultimate goal is getting people to see past the disability and for them to look at the person for whats inside and to see that they are not so different after all. Although Disability Awareness is my main platform, I still love to volunteer in any way I can within my community, in the past I’ve volunteered at my local Farmers Market and elementary school.

Master of Ceremonies Brad S. , Lilly Malloy (Myself) and Kevin M. at the 2009 Pope John Paul II Fall Fashion Show

I also helped organize my high schools 2009 Fall Fashion Show by choreographing the routines and also being one of the Masters of Ceremonies. The profits went to charity and the excess clothes were donated as well.

Me at the Filipino Independence day at Nathan Philips Square

 

 

I’ve been involved in dance for a little over a year now, and I have to say I do love it ! I do Tahitian and Hula Dance and I have a wonderful teacher who has taught me all the different techniques. I’ve performed at different events such as the Filipino Independence Day at Nathan Philips Square which is held yearly. I’m really excited to be performing my talent at the national competition as I’m sure that most people aren’t familiar with Tahitian dance. I think it will be really exciting to show everyone something new.

Thank you to Shasha Bread Co, a baker of healthy snacks for sponsoring the Miss Teen Canada Pageant. A special thanks to the Internet marketing firm PageOne for helping us all with our personal blogs.

I can’t wait to start blogging about my Journey towards the Miss Teen Canada-World pageant ! and all of the life changing experiences that are soon to come !

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Posted On:April 21, 2011 Categories:Events, Miss Teen, My Hobbies, Toronto