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Liberty Village Toastmasters is one of Toronto’s premier public-speaking groups.

This Wed: International Speech & Evaluation Contest

Posted on January 30, 2016 by libertyvillagetm

Speeches! Evaluations! We’ll be put to the test in our International Speech & Evaluation Contest, hosted by past president Karoline. Featuring an all-star panel of guest judges, plus a very special target speaker… – Wed Feb 3 @ 6pm – … Continue reading →

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Make up your mind! — Jan 27 Meeting Recap

Posted on January 28, 2016 by libertyvillagetm

How do you conquer indecisiveness? First-time Toastmaster Wes made up his mind about making quicker decisions, from what to wear in the morning to finally joining Toastmasters. Cristina used the “rubber band technique” to go with black shoes over brown, … Continue reading →

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A Helping Hand — Jan 20 Meeting Recap

Posted on January 21, 2016 by libertyvillagetm

Have you helped someone recently? As our Toastmaster, John shared how helping a family of refugees get started in their new life in Canada actually helped him grow and gain perspective. Then, our new VP Education Be helped us understand … Continue reading →

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Chill out! — Jan 13 Meeting Recap

Posted on January 14, 2016 by libertyvillagetm

Stop! Now take a deep, deep breath… …and you’re relaxed. That was just one of many “chill out” techniques our Toastmaster Andrew taught us during his relaxing start to the meeting. Wes followed with a thoughtful journey to his past, … Continue reading →

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Beginnings — Jan 6 Meeting Recap

Posted on January 7, 2016 by libertyvillagetm

Need some inspiration for 2016? Our special “combined” meeting with UHN Toastmasters provided plenty. Toastmaster Be encouraged us to make a new best friend this year — yourself! — and to take yourself along for the ride. Cristina shared her … Continue reading →

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