Posts by HollyProcktor

AGOinsider: A Closer Look at Tim Whiten’s Metamorphosis

  In this week’s AGOinsider, we take a closer look at the work of Tim Whiten,on view now in the J.S. McLean Centre for Indigenous & Canadian Art. Plus – see Impressionism in 3D, see photos from AGO Massive XV, and more – all in the April 23 edition of AGOinsider. Subscribe to our e-newsletter and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at stories in and around the AGO […]

Weekly Message From Our Director and CEO, Stephan Jost

Hello everyone, A long-serving volunteer guide recently told me how excited she is about the Arte Povera works on view in the Signy Eaton Gallery. Be sure to check them out. The final of the Look:Forward installations, it features contemporary sculpture by Luciano Fabro and Jannis Kounellis. A big team worked on this and it […]

Easter Hours

A reminder that the AGO will be operating on holiday hours during the upcoming Easter long weekend, as follows: Good Friday, April 19: Galleries open 10:30 am to 4 pm Administrative offices closed (statutory holiday)  Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21: Galleries open regular weekend hours, 10:30 am to 5:30 pm  Easter Monday, April 22: Galleries […]

Costco Membership

Thinking of getting a Costco membership? Stop by and speak with a representative to get more information about the offer for AGO employees and volunteers. Thursday, Apr. 25 11 am to 2 pm Near the Chalmers elevator by the Library (Concourse Level) A representative will be available with goodies to sample; information about Costco products, […]

Scented Products in the Workplace

Did you know, exposure to perfumes and other scented products can trigger serious health reactions in individuals with asthma, allergies, migraines, or chemical sensitivities? Fast Facts: Chemicals in your scented product can make some people sick, sometimes lasting for many days after exposure. Symptoms may include headaches, sore throat, runny nose, sinus congestion, wheezing and dizziness. If you […]

Weekly Message From Our Director and CEO, Stephan Jost

Hello everyone,   This week is National Volunteer Week across Canada. A very BIG thank you to all of our volunteers for your enthusiasm, care and commitment to making the AGO a special place for our visitors. Thank you also to our Volunteer Coordinators and our other employees who provided educational talks, activities and baked […]

Weekly Message From Our Director and CEO, Stephan Jost

Friday, April 5, 2019 Hello Everyone,   Yayoi Kusama’s Let’s Survive Forever infinity room looks amazing. LASS and others did a great job with a complicated installation. Last night, we celebrated the supporters who helped bring the work to our museum. It was a fun event with a “polka dot” theme and guests enjoyed it […]

Weekly Message from Our Director and CEO, Stephan Jost

Hello Everyone, At the managers’ meeting on Tuesday, Rocco provided a summary of our year-end fiscal position and the 2019/20 budget. We had a very solid year thanks to everyone’s collaborative efforts, and next year’s budget is ready to be presented to the Finance Committee of the board next week.   I have enjoyed touring […]

Coming Soon: National Volunteer Week Programming (April 7 – 13)

National Volunteer Week is a national, week-long celebration (April 7 – 14) where registered charities, not-for-profit organizations and volunteer centres pause to thank and recognize their volunteers.We couldn’t do all that we do, without you! So we’ve lined up a week of talks and tours, complimentary coffee, tea & treats, JUST FOR YOU cafeAGOis keeping the […]