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CMG Freelance President Don Genova and PWAC President Doreen Pendgracs cordially invite all members of both associations in the Greater Toronto Area to join them at a ‘cross-pollination’ mixer on Wednesday, October 30th.

Where: Pogue Mahone Pub and Kitchen, 777 Bay St., Toronto (use the College Street entrance for the pub, just a short walk west of Yonge Street)

When: 6-9 pm, Wednesday. October 30th

Why: Meet the leaders of your respective organizations and mingle with friends and new friends. Compare notes on today’s issues facing freelancers and offer your own rants and raves...and pick up some cool swag.

Who...is paying? CMG Freelance will pick up your first beverage and supply some tasty snacks as well.

How: Please email Don to let him know you’re coming at freelance@cmg.ca.

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