BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//McMichael Canadian Art Collection - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:McMichael Canadian Art Collection X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mcmichael.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for McMichael Canadian Art Collection REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T130000 DTSTAMP:20260612T214635 CREATED:20260218T170924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T185600Z UID:37230006553-1777802400-1777813200@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Living with Art — McMichael Accessible Program for Adults Living with Exceptionalities DESCRIPTION:APR 19 — JUNE 28\, 2026 \n \n \n \nThe Living with Art program is a studio-based series of three-hour-long classes developed for young adults (aged 18 and older) living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or other exceptionalities. The program provides an opportunity for the participants to view and create art while socializing in a safe and inclusive environment. The program is offered on scheduled dates for individuals. Organized groups are welcome to book a session for up to 15 partcipants. \n\n\n \n \n READ MORE \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Individual \nRegistration \n \n \n \nJoin us at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection in an exploration of art\, nature and artmaking activities which are interactive\, accessible\, and designed to promote enjoyable learning and social skills. These three-hour long workshops will offer young adults (ages 18 and over) living with special needs opportunities to actively explore the connections between art\, nature\, and the world around us. Each unique workshop will have its own theme combining in-gallery art-viewing\, outdoor discovery and studio artmaking. Participants can engage independently or with guardian/caregiver support. All workshops are free of charge\, pre-registration is required through the McMichael. Each workshop will have a link below when the registration is open. \n\n\n \n \n READ MORE \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshop\nThemes \n \n \n \n \n \nLens on Landscape\nDuring this workshop we will visit spaces inside the gallery that were part of the McMichaels’ home and explore some landscape paintings. The group will continue outdoors to enjoy a brief walk\, look at and – if weather permits – photograph or sketch the landscapes on the McMichael grounds. Inside the studio\, we will have a short break before creating our own watercolour landscape paintings! \nClay Works\nIn this workshop we will explore sculpture including different ways sculptures are made and the materials artist use to make 3D works for art. We will discover many types of 3D art together. We will start with a walk Outdoors to take a closer look at some of the sculptures located on the gallery/McMichael grounds. Then\, inside the gallery we will continue our exploration of other sculptures. In the Studio\, we will have a short break and then we will make our own 3D art using clay. \nPaint with Texture\nIn this workshop we will examine how artists express ideas using thick (impasto) paints. Inside the gallery we will begin with a visit to the theatre as a “Behind the Scenes’ look at this room which was a part of the McMichael’s home. We will also handle an artist’s paint box and their tools to examine how some artists expressed their ideas of nature. We will look at some paintings in the gallery spaces and then head outdoors to take a leisurely walk. In the studio\, we will have a short break\, then make art. We will make our own nature-inspired painting using thick paint and a palette knife. \nPrints-Prints-Prints\nIn this workshop we explore the Inuit stone cut printmaking method and explore a variety of printmaking techniques. We begin in the Pine Cottage where we can handle objects from the Arctic and learn about printmaking through photos and hands-on activities. Then we head outdoors for a short walk to enjoy the natural setting of the McMichael. Our walk will include (if weather permits) a close-up look at the Inukshuk located on the grounds. Inside the gallery we will explore artwork to see how the natural environment can be a source of inspiration for artmaking. Back in the studio we will create our own individual prints using various tools and materials designed for creative expression. \nThe Shape of Things\nThis workshop will take a closer look at the McMichael’s collection indoors and outdoors. We will begin with a gallery visit which includes interactive art-viewing activities exploring a variety of artistic styles. We will discover how artists use 2D shapes in their artwork to express ideas. We will then take a discovery walk on the McMichael grounds to explore nature and outdoor artwork. Back in the studio participants will use paper and a variety of design tools\, drawing and colouring materials\, to creatively express their ideas in making their own ‘shape’ inspired artwork. \nScratch Painting\nIn this interactive\, hands-on workshop we explore how many artists use colour and dramatic lines in their paintings. We will begin with a walk to the Tom Thomson Shack and a ‘Behind the Scenes’ visit inside. We will learn about the shack and how it had once been Tom Thomson’s home and studio. We then go into the gallery to view and explore a variety of artworks with a focus on line and colour. In the studio we will make our own ‘scratch’ paintings using acrylic paint\, oil pastel and an assortment of inscribing tools. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nParticipation Guidelines\n\nFor young adults\, ages 18 and over\, living with special needs.\nPre-registration is required.\nMaximum number of participants per workshop – 10 (plus caregivers).\nParticipants must be able to engage independently in activities\, or with parent/guardian/caregiver support.\n\nPlease note: This is not a transfer of care program. Parents/guardians/caregivers are responsible for their adult son/daughter for the duration of the workshop. This includes: \n\nSigning in and signing out of the workshop with their son/daughter.\nAccompanying and assisting him/her to engage in activities if\, and as may be\, required.\nAlternatively\, if their son/daughter can participate independently in activities\, parents/guardians/caregivers must always remain available to McMichael staff.\n\nParents/guardians/caregivers: \n\nRemain in program spaces\, elsewhere in the gallery\, or on the McMichael grounds for the duration of the workshop.\nProvide a cell number upon signing in for on-site contact by staff.\nSign in and sign out their son/daughter.\n\n*Please dress accordingly for the weather as portions of these workshops will take place outdoors. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lens on Landscape\n \n \n \n APR 19\, 2026 | 10 AM — 1 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Clay Works\n \n \n \n APR 26\, 2026 | 10 AM — 1 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Paint with Texture\n \n \n \n MAY 3\, 2026 | 10 AM — 1 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Prints-Prints-Prints\n \n \n \n MAY 24\, 2026 | 10 AM — 1 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n The Shape of Things\n \n \n \n JUNE 7\, 2026 | 10 AM — 1 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Scratch Painting\n \n \n \n JUNE 28\, 2026 | 10 AM — 1 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Organized \nGroups \n \n \n \nOffered to organized and private groups\, Living with Art is a series of interactive programs supporting experiential learning and skill development through guided art and nature explorations\, hands-on workshops and enjoyable social activities. Each three-hour session features a distinctive theme and includes in-gallery art-viewing\, outdoor discovery\, and studio artmaking. Designed for young adults (18+) living with exceptionalities\, Living with Art incorporates accessible tools\, materials\, and technologies\, focusing on creative expression in a welcoming environment. Each session is facilitated by an art instructor\, two assistants\, and up to two volunteers from the McMichael team. \nGroup Facilitator Requirements\nParticipants are given the choice of enjoying these experiences independently or with support\, however\, the program is not a transfer of care program. Facilitators are responsible for the participant for the duration of the event. \n\nRemain on the McMichael’s grounds or property during the event\, even if the participant is independent.\nProvide contact information to McMichael staff if leaving the event space during the duration of the program.\n\nGroup Booking Information\n\nLiving With Art is a series of six sessions. Bi-weekly OR bi-monthly scheduling options are available.\nWhile the program is offered as a series\, upon discussion each session may be booked individually.\nThe Living With Art program is available for group bookings of up to 15 participants plus facilitators.\nThe program is designed to integrate in-gallery/outdoor experiences with studio activities onsite at the McMichael. Living With Art can also be booked as an in-classroom/offsite experience based solely on studio activities by request.\n\n*Please dress accordingly for the weather as portions of these workshops will take place outdoors. \n\n\n \n \n READ MORE \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Inquiry Form \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n Load More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Funding Provided By\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In Partnership With\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Media Partner URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/living-with-art-mcmichael-accessible-program-for-adults-living-with-exceptionalities-3/2026-05-03/ CATEGORIES:Accessible Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/LWA-SS-Cover-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T133000 DTSTAMP:20260612T214635 CREATED:20260402T155428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T131444Z UID:37230007912-1777811400-1777815000@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Tour — Old Growth DESCRIPTION:Old Growth: Masterworks by the\nGroup of Seven and their Contemporaries \n \n Spotlight Tour\n \n \n \n \nOld Growth: Masterworks by the Group of Seven and their Contemporaries invites visitors to experience the McMichael’s most iconic and enduring treasures\, artworks that have shaped the way generations have seen and felt the Canadian landscape. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n When\n Fridays\, Sundays\, 12:30 pm\n \n \n \n Cost\n Free with gallery admission\n \n \n \n Location\n Meet in the Grand Hall\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Tickets URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/tour-old-growth-1230-pm/2026-05-03/ CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1972.10_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T153000 DTSTAMP:20260612T214635 CREATED:20260306T175632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T151417Z UID:37230006782-1777815000-1777822200@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Connect\, Create\, Collaborate — McMichael Family Accessible Program DESCRIPTION:MAY 3 — JUNE 28\, 2026 \n \n \n Registration open \n \n \nOffered in partnership with Autism Ontario\, Connect\, Create\, Collaborate is a series of family-oriented\, accessible artmaking workshops developed for young artists living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their siblings. \nEach two-hour workshop\, led by experienced McMichael Educators\, combines explorations of the natural world with studio art activities. The program will provide an opportunity for the participants to create art at their own pace while enjoying social interaction in a safe and inclusive environment. \nThis program is intended for children aged 7 and up living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their siblings. The participants\, members of Autism Ontario\, will be able to join the program with their siblings and one supervising adult caregiver(one adult and up to three children/family). \n\n\n \n \n READ MORE \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \nRegistration through Autism Ontario. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshop\nThemes \n \n \n \n \n \nColour Studio\nEnjoy a leisurely outdoor hike to experience the seasonal colours and reenergize your observation skills\, before heading into the studio to artistically experiment with the magical world of colours and textures to create your very own multimedia composition. \nNature Studio\nJoin our Look and Listen walk to discover the beauty of natural shapes and sounds\, explore your personal connection to nature and then—at your own pace—creatively express it in the studio by engaging in artmaking activities. \nPrintmaking Studio\nDiscover the magic of physical and visual textures in an outdoor Texture Hunt and then artistically\, use the found natural texture and other provided objects to experiment with printmaking techniques. And don’t forget about natural inks! Did you know that they could also be found in nature? \nSculpture Studio\nLet’s create 3-dimensional art together using a variety of materials. Use clay\, or other tactile materials to build something that has shape and form inspired by the colours in nature and activities of that time of year. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nParticipation Guidelines\n\nFor children and youth (ages 7 and older) living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their siblings (max three children per family).\nPre-registration is required through Autism Ontario.\nMaximum number of participants per workshop – 20 children (plus parents/caregivers/guardians).\nParents/caregivers/guardians must remain present throughout the workshop.\nParking and Gallery Admission are included.\nEach caregiver/family will receive a Family Pass to enjoy the McMichael at their leisure on another day of their choice.\n\nPlease note: \nThis is not a transfer of care program. Parents/guardians/caregivers are responsible for their children for the duration of the workshop. \nThis includes: \n\nSigning in and out of the workshop with their child.\nAccompanying and assisting them to engage in activities if required.\n\n*Please dress accordingly for the weather as portions of these workshops may take place outdoors. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colour Studio\n \n \n \n MAY 3\, 2026 | 1:30 PM — 3:30 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Nature Studio\n \n \n \n MAY 24\, 2026 | 1:30 PM — 3:30 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Printmaking Studio\n \n \n \n JUNE 7\, 2026 | 1:30 PM — 3:30 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n Sculpture Studio\n \n \n \n JUNE 28\, 2026 | 1:30 PM — 3:30 PM\n \n \n \n Location\n Pine Cottage\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n Visual Schedule\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n Load More\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n In Partnership With\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Media Partner URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/connect-create-collaborate-mcmichael-family-accessible-program-2/2026-05-03/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Accessible_MG_0328_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T214635 CREATED:20260304T152549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T212200Z UID:37230006781-1777816800-1777820400@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Artist Talk: Aaron Jones DESCRIPTION:Artist Talk: \nAaron Jones \n \n \n \n \n \nJoin us for a special afternoon celebrating the installation of a new work by Toronto-based artist Aaron Jones. \nDrawing on found imagery\, video\, and lens-based media\, Jones creates layered collages that construct characters and imagined spaces shaped by memory\, identity\, and lived experience. His practice reflects on the nuances of his upbringing and present-day life\, using image-making as a means of reflection and finding peace. \n \nJones will be in conversation with McMichael curator John Geoghegan\, sharing insight into his creative process\, artistic influences\, and the ideas informing this new commission. \nPresented in partnership with CONTACT Photography Festival. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n When\n \n \n \n \n MAY 3\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n 2 — 3 pm\n \n \n \n \n Speakers\n \n \n \n \n Aaron Jones\n \n \n \n \n John Geoghegan\n \n \n \n \n \nFree with admission. \n\n\n \n \n \n Buy Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n ABOUT THE ARTIST\n AARON JONES\n \n \n \nAaron Jones (b. 1993\, Toronto\, Canada) creates objects and images to explore the inherent possibilities in world-building and abstraction. Employing found images\, video and lens-based media\, he works with different forms of collage to build characters and spaces that reflect upon the nuances of his own upbringing and current life\, as a way of finding peace. Recent exhibitions include As We Rise: Photography from the Black Atlantic\, works from the Wedge Art Collection at The Polygon\, Vancouver (2023)\, We Are Story: The Canada Now Photography Acquisition at the Art Gallery of Ontario (2023)\, Timecode Butterfly for Nuit Blanche\, Toronto (2022)\, GTA21\, a triennial survey presented by MOCA\, Toronto (2021)\, Three Thirty at Doris McCarthy Gallery (2020) and Ragga NYC at Mercer Union (2018). His solo exhibition Open Fist\, Closed Palm at Zalucky Contemporary was awarded The Gattuso Prize for “Best Featured Exhibition” during the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival (2020). He graduated with a BFA in Photography from OCADU in 2018. His work is included in the collections of The Art Gallery of Ontario\, The Robert McLaughlin Gallery\, Ryerson Image Centre\, Wedge Curatorial Projects\, Royal Bank of Canada and numerous private collections. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/artist-talk-aaron-jones/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/01-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260612T214635 CREATED:20260415T181249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T132106Z UID:37230007957-1777816800-1777820400@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Tour — Fresh Air DESCRIPTION:Fresh Air \n \n Spotlight Tour\n \n \n \n \nFollow along with a McMichael Docent and discover recent acquisitions in dialogue with iconic works from the McMichael’s permanent collection—dynamic pairings that offer fresh perspectives on Canadian art and reflect the evolving breadth of voices shaping the country’s cultural landscape. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n When\n Fridays\, Sundays\, 2 pm\n \n \n \n Cost\n Free with gallery admission\n \n \n \n Location\n Meet in the Grand Hall\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Tickets URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/tour-fresh-air/2026-05-03/ CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Foragers-BenReeves-Foragers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T214635 CREATED:20260204T161348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T135349Z UID:37230006528-1777816800-1777825800@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Sunday Sip & Create (PM) DESCRIPTION:Relax and unwind with a sociable Sunday afternoon of artmaking at the McMichael\, sustained by warm coffee or tea served in heritage china\, sweet treats and sparkling beverages. This informal artmaking class is designed for artists of all skill levels and is led by experienced instructors who specialize in different mediums and subject areas. Includes art materials\, tea and coffee and treats\, as well as admission to the gallery on the same day! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Last Sunday of the Month*\n \n \n \n Afternoon Session\n 2 — 4:30 pm\n \n \n \n \n Program Cost\n \n \n \n McMichael Members\n $40\n \n \n \n General Public\n $50\n \n \n \n \n \nTicket sales are non-refundable. *Dates may differ. \n\n\n \n \n \n REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n \n \n \n McMichael Canadian Art Collection\n \n \n \n Room\n Meeting House\n \n \n \n Capacity\n 15\n \n \n \n \n10365 Islington Ave\,\nKleinburg\, ON L0J 1C0 \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Watercolour Painting\, Water & Sun Effects\n \n \n \n Dates\n MAR 8\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n MAR 29\, 2026\n \n \n \n Time\n 2 — 4:30 pm\n \n \n \n Location\n Meeting House\n \n \n \n Capacity\n 15\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00 PM – Mar 8\, 2026\n \n \n 2:00 PM – Mar 29\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Monoprint & Collage\, Patterns in Nature\n \n \n \n Dates\n APR 12\, 2026\n \n \n \n Time\n 2 — 4:30 pm\n \n \n \n Location\n Meeting House\n \n \n \n Capacity\n 15\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00 PM – Apr 12\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Acrylic Painting\, Spring Colours\n \n \n \n Dates\n MAY 3\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n MAY 24\, 2026\n \n \n \n Time\n 2 — 4:30 pm\n \n \n \n Location\n Meeting House\n \n \n \n Capacity\n 15\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00 PM – May 3\, 2026\n \n \n 2:00 PM – May 24\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Watercolour Painting\, En Plein Air\n \n \n \n Dates\n JUNE 7\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n JUNE 28\, 2026\n \n \n \n Time\n 2 — 4:30 pm\n \n \n \n Location\n Meeting House\n \n \n \n Capacity\n 15\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00 PM – Jun 7\, 2026\n \n \n 2:00 PM – Jun 28\, 2026 URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/sunday-sip-create-pm-2/2026-05-03/ CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art Classes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/SipCreate_IMG_9303_WEB-e1728999797409.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR