Hi Everyone,  February marks the 2022 Lunar New Year and a month-long of amplifying the histories, present-day Black experiences, significant contributions, achievements and aspirations of people of the African diaspora.  On that note, to support colleagues in connecting with several activities taking place this month for both the Lunar New Year and Black history the […]

Hello Everyone, This week has been very COLD so I hope you are bundled up! I also hope you find ways to enjoy the snow while it’s here. We re-open next Tuesday and in addition to Fragments, Wong and Houle, our public will experience the changes underway in the European galleries on the main floor. […]

Good news is on the way! After a prolonged, full closure, the Gallery is looking forward to opening (at 50% capacity) on Tuesday February 1. Like visitors, volunteers can book tickets to see Fragments of Epic Memory (closing February 21) and more! Visiting Guidelines: A gentle reminder that Walk-up tickets are not available. All tickets must […]

Wednesday February 2, at 7pm via Zoom Register HERE. This series is offered in Mandarin. Free and open to all, including English speakers. This is a free event.  Begin your evening with a 45 minute art-making session and learn about the many shades and ways of blue – free and open to all! Inspired by […]

Robert Houle: Red is Beautiful opened just before the holidays (December 3), but due to lockdown, many of you might not have yet seen it. Here, we’re linking some wonderful resources to help you get up to speed on this magnificent show. Curated by Wanda Nanibush, on now until April 18. Click to view and […]

Inner Space Youth Advisory co-curates a new generation of artist led studio tours from across Canada. Inner Space, a new monthly web series co-curated by the Inner Space Youth Advisory invites artists from across Canada to give personal tours of their studios. Giving a platform to youth curators and artists from their communities, Inner Space […]

Dear Colleagues, I am writing to share with you the wonderful news that our dear colleague Adelina Vlas has accepted the position of Head of Exhibitions and Publications at The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery at Harbourfront Centre in Toronto. It is an exciting opportunity and truly reflects her curatorial and professional excellence. We will miss […]

Hello Everyone, We are ending the week on a high note. It is very positive news that we will be re-opening on Tuesday, February 1st. This means that we will have three incredible exhibitions on view for our public: Fragments of Epic Memory; Robert Houle: Red Is Beautiful; and Matthew Wong: Blue View. New banners […]

Dear Everyone, I’m sure you have seen the news, but I am delighted to share that the Ontario government announced that as of January 31st, in the absence of concerning trends in public health and health care indicators, Ontario will follow a phased approach to public health measures with 21 days between each step. This […]

Dear Colleagues, As you know, the AGO’s 10-year vision is to lead global conversations from Toronto through extraordinary collections, exhibitions and programs and by reflecting the people who live here. There are four key elements to the vision, with three elements already in process: Collection – we will strengthen our Collection through donations and increased […]