Hello Everyone,
I have heard from several donors and trustees who have visited the AGO on their own, often on weekends, that their experiences were very positive. They were very complimentary about the service received from front-line staff and PSOs. This is a testament to everyone’s careful planning and ability to welcome our public even in a pandemic. Thank you to the employees who are on-site greeting and assisting visitors. You are doing an amazing job.
I’d also like to acknowledge, again, the contributions that Nan Oldroyd has made since her arrival a couple of years ago. The list is long and she made deep strides in further professionalizing our People Department. I wish her the very best in her new adventure. Nan, please visit us often at the AGO, you are always welcome.
Just before COVID-19 hit us in early March, as part of AGO Talks, we featured writer Desmond Cole as he launched his new book The Skin We’re In, which explored injustices experienced by many Black Canadians. Here is a link to the event including an audio recording. Here is a more recent article that further explores this topic. Please listen and/or read as we all continue to learn together about how to confront racist behavior in our city and Canada.
Finally – I appreciate those who are checking in on one another. Continue to be kind to one another. Consider contacting a colleague you haven’t seen in a while, just to say hi and to ask how they are doing. These gestures are deeply meaningful.
Thank you,
Stephan
· P.S. I am excited about Art Toronto! The Art Toronto Virtual Preview takes place on October 28th. Tickets are $30, which includes incredible programming. More info can be found here