Festival

Half-Bads in White Regalia by Cody Caetano – By the Lake Book Club

Event Date and Time: 
Tuesday, September 12, 2023 - 7:00pm to 8:45pm

Presented by: City of Toronto, Humber College and Toronto International Festival of Authors

Join Cody Caetano for a conversation about his memoir. Cody Caetano is a Toronto-based writer of Anishinaabe and Portuguese descent who, in his new book presents, a raw account of the trials and tribulations of growing up with absentee parents, but with warmth and love. Caetano’s inimitable voice guides the reader through his memoir with wonder and humanity.

Her First Palestinian by Saeed Teebi – By the Lake Book Club

Event Date and Time: 
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 - 7:00pm to 8:45pm

Presented by: City of Toronto, Humber College and Toronto International Festival of Authors

Join Saeed Teebi for a conversation about his debut book. Teebi’s gripping collection of nine short stories dives into the lives of Palestinian immigrant characters dealing with distinct circumstances, along with their attempts to assimilate and the guilt of leaving family behind. The stories submerge the reader into this unique immigrant experience in Canada, while exploring underlying universalities.

The Underground Railroad: Next Stop, Toronto! by Adrienne Shadd

Event Date and Time: 
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - 7:00pm to 8:45pm

Presented by: City of Toronto, Humber College and Toronto International Festival of Authors

Join Adrienne Shadd for a conversation about her book. Meticulously researched and based on never-before-published information on the African-Canadian community of Toronto, this book recounts the journeys of brave travellers, and the network of clandestine routes and safe houses they traversed on the underground railroad seeking freedom in Toronto, and their captivating life after they arrive.

Jade is a Twisted Green by Tanya Turton – By the Lake Book Club

Event Date and Time: 
Tuesday, February 21, 2023 - 7:00pm to 8:45pm

Presented by: City of Toronto, Humber College and Toronto International Festival of Authors

Join Tanya Turton for a conversation about her new book. Writing from multiple points of view, Turton deftly paints the portrait of Jade, a young woman grappling with the loss of her twin sister and navigating life as a young black queer woman in this comical novel that tackles relationships, race, sexuality, loss and becoming an adult.

Art Vancouver International Art Fair

Event Date and Time: 
Thursday, May 4, 2023 - 6:00pm to Sunday, May 7, 2023 - 5:00pm

Art Vancouver is a multi-day art fair event that provides the perfect west coast setting for those looking to showcase, view or purchase artwork on an international stage. Attracting a diverse market of professional artists, collectors and art lovers, the event includes hundreds of artist booths, panel talks, live art demonstration, art classes, painting competitions and more.

AGH Festival

Event Date and Time: 
Friday, October 14, 2022 - 1:00pm to Sunday, October 23, 2022 - 1:00pm

A 10-day multi-arts Festival showcasing the Art Gallery of Hamilton’s core programs, key community partnerships, and emerging arts from the Southwestern Ontario region.

North Shore Art Crawl

Event Date and Time: 
Friday, October 14, 2022 - 7:00pm to Sunday, October 16, 2022 - 5:00pm

NORTH SHORE ART CRAWL

OCTOBER 14TH – 16TH, 2022

The 2022 North Shore Art Crawl is returning as an in-person weekend event, taking place October 14-16, 2022. Come enjoy this free weekend event and connect with the arts on the North Shore!

Art Downtown - Vancouver

Event Date and Time: 
Wednesday, July 6, 2022 - 11:00am to Friday, September 16, 2022 - 5:00pm

An outdoor summer event where artists showcase their work in two beautiful downtown Vancouver locations. Featuring live music, different artists every week, and live art demonstrations in the summer sun. Join us from July 6 - September 16 on Wednesdays at Lot 19 and Fridays at Jack Poole Plaza.  

The 2022 Elora Festival

Event Date and Time: 
Friday, July 8, 2022 - 12:00pm to Sunday, July 24, 2022 - 4:30pm

We are excited to announce our return to a live summer festival from July 8 - 24, 2022!

For three weekends in July, the village of Elora will resound with live music once again, with performances by The Elora Singers, international guest artists, and celebrated Canadian musicians. 

Our line-up of over 30 concerts is second-to-none and showcases a variety of musical styles, ranging from solo artists to world music and small ensembles to mainstage attractions.