This short minute clip shows different views of the city and teaser events. Lots more to come as the OneCityMedia social team will keep you up to date with latest releases.

Video link: http://t.co/DyohlOgn
 

Song By: Netsky – “Everyday”

Its no secret by now, the iPhone 5 is coming to a big box store near you. Within a weeks time, many people will be pre-ordering or standing in line just to purchase the new generation of smartphone. With an 8 megapixel iSight camera, powerful A6 chip processor, and many cool features like Siri and Panorama photo snapping, there’s no telling where this technology will lead in the future. Apple has also redesigned new earbuds for an enhanced audio experience, which are now called Ear Pods. “ They tested over a hundred prototype designs on hundreds of people. All with the goal of creating earbuds that rest comfortably inside — and stay inside — a variety of ear types, while also producing quality sound. “ 

To learn more about the new iPhone 5 and its features, please visit http://www.apple.com/iphone/features/

Computers running the Microsoft Windows 8 operating system can be found in retail stores no later than October of this year. Though a specific date was not released, Microsoft Corp. announced the time frame for the product’s mass-market release.

Since the beginning of the Microsoft operating system, typically a new product every 3 years or so is expected. However, Microsoft indicates that Windows 8 is a widely anticipated overhaul since their late Windows 95. The new Windows 8 will appear as mosaic tiles across the user’s screen. They’ve designed the new application to run on touch-based tables and smart phones as well as personal computers.

Competition looms at the other end of the spectrum with Apple’s hot selling and innovative iPad and touch products. Microsoft plans to revive its tablet strategy as they are also up against a variety of competition including Google and Amazon.com. As Microsoft upgrades their touch-based software, they’ve also announced the acquisition of Perceptive Pixel Inc. The deal gives access to technology used in large multi-touch displays for TV broadcasters, as well as government, defence, engineering and educational markets.

First ALT Hotel outside of Quebec opens at Toronto Pearson International Airport
ALT Hotel Toronto Pearson offers basic luxuries, fresh food on the go and ALTEXPO!

Montreal, QC, July 10, 2012 – The first ALT Hotel to be built outside of Quebec is now open and welcoming guests at Canada’s leading airport, the Toronto Pearson International Airport. The modern 13-floor, 153-room hotel occupies a prime location adjacent to the airport terminals at the end of the LINK train line that runs every five minutes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

“Our brand of hospitality has been welcomed in markets across Canada and we are thrilled to now be offering an ALTernative hotel experience to the millions of travellers who transit through Toronto Pearson International Airport every year,” said Christiane Germain, co-president and CEO of Groupe Germain Hospitalité.

“We are very excited to be working with Groupe Germain Hospitalité,” said Pamela Griffith-Jones, Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer for the GTAA. “The ALT Hotel concept is an ideal fit for our business and leisure guests who are looking for simple, yet stylish accommodations close to the airport at an affordable price.”

ALT Hotels are an innovative no-frills-chic hotel concept combining modern design and eco-friendly features at the same affordable rate, every day, all year round.

“In our view, being ALTernative means knowing what counts for our guests. Complimentary WIFI, ultra comfortable bedding and mattresses, healthy food on the go and cutting edge meeting spaces are just some of the basic luxuries that can be found at ALT Hotel Toronto Pearson,” continued Christiane Germain.

At ALT Hotel Toronto Pearson, guests can choose to relax in their room, work out in the gym or play a game of pool in the lounge while waiting for a flight or in between meetings. They can also have a hot or cold meal made from a variety of fresh grab-and-go foods at ALTcetera, or contribute to the interactive mural in the hotel lobby.

ALTEXPO: A collective work of art

ALT Hotels held a photo contest via Instagram in order to create a collective work of art designed specifically for the ALT Hotel Toronto Pearson. More than 80 000 images, inspired by a daily color theme, were submitted by participants from all over the world over a two-week period. The final installation featuring thousands of Instagram pictures also includes LCD screens that display the contest photos as well as new photos submitted by hotel guests in real time.

“After hospitality, design makes up the greater part of our DNA. We wanted to have something unique for the lobby, an original work of art that was a testament to creativity and modern design. It was completely natural for us to collaborate with the community via social media,” said Marie Pier Germain, Director of Special Projects at Groupe Germain Hospitalité. “We were amazed by the overwhelming response and the quality of the photographs we received. We are looking forward to seeing the mural evolve as our guests share new images of their ALTernative experience while at the hotel.”

From ALT to ALT: a national expansion

Built near major highways, airports or in urban centres, ALT Hotels can be found in Québec City, in Montréal’s Quartier Dix30 and now at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. Groupe Germain Hospitalité plans to operate ten ALT Hotels across Canada by the end of 2016 and is currently building three new properties at Halifax’s Stanfield International Airport, in Montreal’s District Griffin and in Winnipeg’s Sports Hospitality and Entertainment District (SHED).

A green hotel

ALT Hotels boast a series of energy-saving features: geothermal heating and cooling; heat recovery from indoor air that is vented outside and from the water used in commercial washers; energy-efficient lighting throughout and motion detection sensors in stairwells to reduce lighting by 50% when not in use; direct digital control system for ventilation, heating and cooling; as well as a white roof to minimize the creation of heat islands.

About Groupe Germain Hospitalité

Ranked as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies, Groupe Germain Hospitalité is a family-run business from Quebec City that owns and operates three no-frills-chic ALT Hotels and five Le Germain Boutique-hotels across the country. Groupe Germain Hospitalité is renowned for the impeccable warmth, hospitality and style it brings to its properties. Every year, the 500 member team welcomes guests for 210.000 overnight stays, bringing the total number of stays to nearly 2M since the opening of the first property in 1988. For more information, visit www.groupegermain.com

We’d like to thank everyone who participated in the Stitchtagram Throw Pillow Giveaway Contest. A confirmation email will be sent to all winners with instructions on how to customize your throw pillow and have it sent out to you right away!

Congratulations to our 10 winners!

Sophie Orgish
Sarah Brin
Kim Mancina
Renee Richardson
Brittany Gordon
Emily Platt
Maria Cheung
Abra Lyons-Warren
Roxanne McKenzie
George Marji

One City Magazine – “Downtown Mississauga has never been so vibrant!

Whether it’s fine dining on a weekday evening, brunch on a Sunday, or Sports and Activities on the weekend. We want to expose your services!

One City Media will be launching its very first print issue of One City Magazine in the fall season of 2012. We are calling on all Mississauga Business Owners, Franchise Owners, General Managers, Managers, and/or Marketing & Creative teams for their full cooperation and support in bringing this city to life!

One City Magazine delivers a full colour, vibrant experience to our viewers who expect a modern, more flavorful approach to magazine reading. Placing your ad with us is a great opportunity for Mississauga residents, residents throughout the GTA, and for tourists visiting the city, to learn more about your establishment and ultimately what downtown Mississauga really has to offer.

Here are the available sizes for advertising:           

All selections will be made on a first come, first served basis. We will do our very best to accommodate all.

Option 1) Full Page

Option 2) ½

Option 3) ¼ Page

Option 4) Banner promotion

We are a strong, diverse, and multicultural city with so much to offer. If you’d like your business advertised free of charge in the upcoming fall issue of One City Magazine, please contact our Advertising Department to reserve a spot creative@onecitymagazine.com

This video by Cityzen Development Group displays the creation of an architectural statement in Mississauga. The building in the heart of the city which attracted Architects worldwide, is now the center of attention in the busiest intersection in the downtown core.

Atmosphere is a digital showcased review of high traffic venues within the city. Providing sights, sounds, and an in-depth look and feel of the establishment.

Get a real taste of all the flavours in downtown Mississauga and let us show you what this city has to offer with Atmosphere by One City Media – Coming soon

Creamy Green Pea and Nasturtium Guacamole

I love lightening up guacamole with peas and greens, if you don’t have nasturtium on hand, most fresh greens will blend seamlessly with avocado. I purposefully add a substantial amount of acid in this recipe to keep the appetizing green colour, there is nothing worse than finding an oxidized brown film over guacamole when you go to dig in a chip. This is a mayo free guacamole, so go ahead and have a long casual munching session, you don’t have to worry about any egg products going bad in the hot summer sun.

Ingredients:

1 ½ Tbs white wine vinegar
1 Tbs minced onion or shallot
1 clove micro grated garlic
12 Fresh nasturtium leaves
¼ cup Fresh green peas blanched
2 Tbs Fresh cilantro leaves
A squeeze of fresh lime juice
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method: Mince the onion(or shallot) and let it soak in the vinegar for about 20mins, this will mellow out the fresh oniony bite. In the mean time get some salted water boiling and blanch the green peas, immediately cool the peas in an ice water bath, when cooled, drain them. Blend everything in a blender or food processor until smooth. Serve alongside some chive blossom salsa and fresh tortillas, you’ll be the life of the garden party!

For more great healthy recipes by Elise Weatherby http://blog.mylittlecityfoodgarden.com/

Buying clothes these days does not necessarily mean you must purchase the biggest name brand on the rack. Many shoppers online, or in-store, around the world, have taken custom to local clothing brands. Toronto-based clothing company, United Front Clothing has captured the eye of the urban clothing market and have presented a cool and fresh lineup of Tee’s for Men and Women.

The exciting collection contains v-neck and regular tee’s which are suitable for anyone looking for that urban clothing look. One particular iconic piece, the “Key to the City” tee, has created quite a buzz in the Canadian Hip Hop world and has been worn by popular Canadian Rap Artists, to support the launch of United Front’s new fresh look.

Visit United Front Clothing website