Early Rubens is officially here – and will soon be coming to caféAGO! On Tuesday, October 29, caféAGO will launch a new menu featuring “The Rubens Sandwich”. Enjoy a combination of pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing on rye bread with a side salad for $15 ($12 with your 20% off discount). The new […]

Longtime AGO volunteer and VCAM representative Michelle Abrams bids farewell to a beloved organization: After 67 years of operation, the VCAM Board of Directors unanimously voted yes on a motion to dissolve VCAM this past July, due to lack of sustainability. Raising costs, declining funding, and the changing volunteer environment, led to this difficult decision.  […]

This monthly drop-in hosted by AGO librarians and archivists gives visitors a first-hand glimpse of highlights from the AGO Library & Archives collection. When: Saturday, November 2, 1-4 pm (drop in)Where: Marvin Gelber Print & Drawing Study Centre For this installment, Librarian Larry Pfaff looks back over his forty-four year tenure at the AGO and selects […]

This year, the Volunteer Executive evolved into the Volunteer Council. We’re excited to introduce our new members: The Volunteer Council (VC) represents and advocates for every voice in the volunteer community, honouring the volunteer legacy while evolving into the future. We are committed to open communication, transparency, and inclusive decision-making. The VC will support, recognize, […]

Hello Everyone, The renovated Museum of Modern Art opened earlier this week and I was pleased to attend one of the opening events. The installation is much more inclusive and diverse and there were many works on view by artists I hadn’t heard of but look forward to learning more about. The main lobby displays […]

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, October 24 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, […]

 Mary Rochon, one of our gallery guides, is looking to start a book club for AGO volunteers who are bereaved. Whether you have lost a spouse, child or loved one, coming together to discuss grief with others can help. The Book she’d like to begin with is C.S. Lewis’ book on grieving, “A Grief Observed.” […]

Join us in celebrating the opening of Early Rubens, the once-in-a-lifetime exhibition of Peter Paul Rubens’s masterpieces! Featuring over 30 large-scale paintings – including several that have never left Europe before – and more than 20 works on paper. Employees and volunteers will each receive two complimentary AGO Admission passes, which can be exchanged for […]

In recent weeks the AGO has seen an increase in insects and rodent activity in the building. Facility Services and Conservation are currently reviewing all of our pest control measures, including how waste is stored and moves throughout the building. We need everyone’s help to keep pests out of the Gallery. Here are some easy ways to help […]

Thank you to all of our volunteers (who joined us this week to support busy Rubens member previews), as well as everyone who will joining us over the Thanksgiving Weekend. The Gallery is open on Monday October 14, from 10:30am – 4:00pm. This season, we’re extra-thankful for all of YOU! Happy Thanksgiving.