"Diversity is our strength," says Minister of Diversity and Inclusion and Youth, Bardish Chagger, as she sends a clear message to Canadians about inclusivity and discrimination during COVID-19 and youth concerns regarding financial aid and future job opportunities.
A Tribute To Essential Workers In Italy And Beyond Fighting Against COVID-19
(Toronto, ON) May 1, 2020 –TLN Television, the Canadian home of Serie A Italian League soccer, will broadcast this LIVE SPECIAL organized by the AC Milan soccer organization and Roc Nation as a fundraising event and tribute to essential workers fighting the Coronavirus on the frontline in Italy and beyond. The event aims to raise funds to provide critical equipment to medical workers in Milan and around the world.
Confirmed performers and talent appearances include: DJ Khaled and Diletta Leotta (co-hosts), Alicia Keys, Jonas Brothers, Kelly Rowland, Robin Thicke, Ghali, Lola Ponce, Gavin Rossdale & Chris Traynor (Bush), Rival Sons, Novak Djokovic / Zlatan Ibrahimovic and AC Milan players (Romagnoli, PaquetĂ , Chalanoglu, Biglia, Bennacer).
The event promises additional surprise special appearances by big names in the worlds of sport, fashion and entertainment.
For more information, contact:
Bruna Aloe, Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
416.744.5745 │ [email protected]
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About TLN Media Group
Originally established over 35 years ago as a single ethnic TV channel, TLN Media Group (TMG) has grown into Canada’s most influential multicultural media company, connecting cultures on television, online and in communities through storytelling and shared experiences. Reaching millions of Canadians across the country, TMG is a leader in expressing and advocating Canadian multiculturalism. As a content creator, TMG produces and commissions unique and culturally significant TV and digital programs distributed both in Canada and worldwide through its TMG Worldwide Media Distribution business unit. As a broadcaster since 1984, TMG’s flagship channel TLN TV has evolved into an English-language, multiculturally rich TV channel. TMG operates Canada’s most widely distributed foreign language TV channels led by Spanish language leader Univision Canada and top Italian language services Mediaset Italia Canada and TGCOM24 news network. TMG also launched and runs Canada’s first and only Heritage language channels for kids, Telebimbi and Teleniños. The family of Spanish language channels distributed by TMG also includes a group of four specialized foreign services, Cinelatino, Wapa TV, Television Dominicana and CentroAmerica TV. In addition, TMG operates EuroWorld Sport TV, a channel dedicated to sports fandom. TMG is also active in producing and promoting experiential cultural events and festivals. | www.tlnmediagroup.com
As a chef in Quebec, Michele Forgione knows first-hand how the food and hospitality industry has been hurt by the current social distancing measures. He advocates supporting local restaurants/farmers and introduces his new show Mangia Quebec, premiering on TLN TV soon!
TLN chef Craig Harding is back on TLN TV with a new series, Opening Sicily, premiering soon. But he’s also firing up his favourite dishes with Craig’s Covid Kitchen, inspiring people to start cooking and reflecting on the restaurant biz and its future after COVID-19.
With a new TLN TV series – Opening Sicily – premiering soon and working throughout COVID19's effects on his restaurant Giulietta, TLN chef Rob Rossi is adapting to the ever-changing restaurant dynamic and has some sage advice for food service workers and restaurateurs.
We all know the service industry has been impacted by COVID-19. What Laura Pedone of Monte Carlo Inns explains are how hotels are still working to serve the public, despite the challenges of the current climate, one day at a time.
Help and support – two of the most important words in the current COVID19 landscape. It’s the main message behind our interview with Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, Ahmed Hussen. He imparts the federal government’s measures for getting Canadians the help they need as quickly and robustly as possible, with special emphasis on vulnerable communities across Canada.
Kick off this “caliente” 4-hour TV event with back-to-back blockbuster films, Bandidas and Fools Rush In, starring Salma Hayek and Penélope Cruz. The virtual house party hosted by TLN personality, Camila Gonzalez, will feature themed segments throughout the broadcast and an interactive social party on Instagram.
Viewers are invited to a dual-screen watch-party where they can share their favourite moments of the broadcast, Cinco de Mayo recipes and participate in Q&As and social polls. When you’re stuck at home self-isolating, we bring the party to you! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with TLN TV.
Go to tln.ca for the complete TLN Cinco de Mayo details.
For more information, contact:
Bruna Aloe, Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
416.744.5745 │ [email protected]
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About TLN Media Group
Originally established over 35 years ago as a single ethnic TV channel, TLN Media Group (TMG) has grown into Canada’s most influential multicultural media company, connecting cultures on television, online and in communities through storytelling and shared experiences. Reaching millions of Canadians across the country, TMG is a leader in expressing and advocating Canadian multiculturalism. As a content creator, TMG produces and commissions unique and culturally significant TV and digital programs distributed both in Canada and worldwide through its TMG Worldwide Media Distribution business unit. As a broadcaster since 1984, TMG’s flagship channel TLN TV has evolved into an English-language, multiculturally rich TV channel. TMG operates Canada’s most widely distributed foreign language TV channels led by Spanish language leader Univision Canada and top Italian language services Mediaset Italia Canada and TGCOM24 news network. TMG also launched and runs Canada’s first and only Heritage language channels for kids, Telebimbi and Teleniños. The family of Spanish language channels distributed by TMG also includes a group of four specialized foreign services, Cinelatino, Wapa TV, Television Dominicana and CentroAmerica TV. In addition, TMG operates EuroWorld Sport TV, a channel dedicated to sports fandom. TMG is also active in producing and promoting experiential cultural events and festivals. | www.tlnmediagroup.com
About TLN Television
TLN is Canada’s multiculturally rich English-friendly TV Channel. Uniting cultures through shared experiences, colourful personalities take us on adventures abroad & at home in the kitchen. Add big movies, music specials & live international soccer & that’s our recipe for bringing more colour into the lives of Canadians. TLN TV is a TLN Media Group TV channel available from coast to coast. | www.tln.ca
