Twenty twenty-one was another year of learning and adapting to the world around us. The pandemic has challenged us in many ways, but we have surprised ourselves in all that we have been able to accomplish – our team has been incredible. Although it was (another) difficult year, we were able to work with some wonderful companies and produce some unforgettable events.
I had an opportunity recently to drive through downtown Toronto. It’s been 17 months since I have spent a substantial amount of time in the city which I live. It struck me that the landscape is entirely different from when I left it in March 2020. Buildings that once existed are gone and brand-new buildings have been built in their place. Parks have sprung up, streets have been closed and redirected, walking and biking paths have been opened. Most notably, the CaféTO program has changed the landscape of some of the major arteries and the city feels more like a European walking city than it does the old City of Toronto.
September 22 was the Day of Visibility for the Live Event Community. One hour after sundown, technicians, suppliers and venues across Canada were asked to light the night red in an effort to raise awareness for the event industry that is still in the dark because of COVID-19. It was an incredible display of unity and we are proud to have participated.
To our customers, past, present and future: Our thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time. We hope you and your family are healthy and safe. We still remain open for business although we aren't able to offer all of our services at this time.
Six months ago, Bespoke Audio Visual introduced Not Myself Today, a program developed to help companies build mentally healthy workplaces.
Bespoke Audio Visual is the newest member of the Rental & Staging Network (RSN), a North American network of top tier live event production companies. Members meet stringent criteria for quality AV equipment and technical know-how and are committed to excellence through shared knowledge, solutions and best practices.
It is with great pleasure that we announce that Shannon Inniss has joined Bespoke Audio Visual as General Manager. Shannon will bring a further focus for refinement and expansion of the already great Bespoke Audio Visual team.
On Saturday, November 17, 2018, a very special VIPlane will depart Toronto’s Pearson International Airport (YYZ) for Victoria, BC (YYJ). What better way to spend your pre-conference time than connecting with your fellow planners and suppliers on a plane bound for the annual PCMA Canadian Innovation Conference?