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From humble popsicle sticks to wooden monuments Introducing you to the recipient of our cherished 2023 Murray and Marvelle Koffler Founder’s Award is the best way to start a beautiful new season and a fresh cycle of activities here at […]

Until We Meet Again <3 As promised, we are sharing a highlight video and pictures of the Fair beautifully captured by Shane Fester.  Cherishing these rich moments and encounters will inspire and motivate us until we meet again next year.  We will continue

Our Hearts are Full <3 What an epic and bustling weekend it was. We are still buzzing from it, and our hearts are full.  The response from the artists, community, audiences, partners, supporters and media is overwhelmingly joyful. We couldn’t have asked

Newsworthy: Final day of TOAF62 The energy in the air here at Nathan Phillips Square is palpable. There is so much to see, to do and to take in. This wrap-up in fair share of eye candy from our favourite newsletter by CBC Arts affirms.

The Award Recipients are… Day 7 of TOAF62 It is with utmost joy that we announce the recipients of the TOAF62 Awards Program.  Thank you to our esteemed judges, who lent their expertise and time to carefully select this year’s award recipients.

Heartfelt Welcome – Day 6 of TOAF62 A heartfelt welcome to all of you artists, volunteers, partners, and patrons of TOAF at Nathan Phillips Square. TOAF62 is a grand celebration of local and national artists for bringing bursts of creativity,

Dance with us – Day 5 of TOAF62 Tomorrow is the big day and we are enthusiastically looking forward to hosting you at Nathan Phillips Square. Here are some more details about your weekend. This art-filled weekend wouldn’t be complete without a

Play, Make, Engage – Day 4 of TOAF62 Be ready to play, make things and engage in fantastic interactives this weekend!  Myseum of Toronto will test your love for Toronto by bringing their unique interactive installation, 36 Questions That Lead to

The Earth and the Ether – Day 3 of TOAF62 We get a thrill in following artists as they explore new dimensions and possibilities. Artists featured in this year’s programming at the Fair will transport us to imaginative universes.  In Art Nest,

Beyond the walls – Day 2 of TOAF Let’s celebrate the awesome graffiti artists and muralists who fill our urban landscape with so much jazzy, vibrant energy! Everywhere you look, artists have turned our city into an art gallery with

The Online Art Fair is Open – Day 1 of TOAF Today, you can start collecting works from the participating artists of TOAF62. The Online Art Fair is now Open!  As you know by now, 60+ artists are joining us Exclusively Online. Connect

The Eye of the Beholder It’s fascinating to witness how artists behold the complex beauty of life. In this special editorial, five artists express a personal connection to the subject of their artworks through their respective materials and methods. The

Beer Garden by Henderson Brewing Co.  Friday & Saturday, July 7 – 8, 12:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday July 9, 12:00 – 5:00 PM Enjoy a TOAF exclusive craft beer by our friends at Henderson Brewing Co. As with almost every

Your New Encounters An impressive roster of artists and organizations are participating in this year’s Art Encounters program – TOAF’s dedicated access and outreach program. We are delighted to introduce you to Art Encounters artists and curated showcases of Tangled Art + Disability and Canadian Cultural

It’s All Connected Artists are specialized observers. They seek out experiences and transform their perspectives into visual media. In this special editorial, five artists shed light on the relationships between people, one another, and nature. What comes to mind when