BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//McMichael Canadian Art Collection - ECPv6.17.3.1//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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD 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:20260628T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T140000 DTSTAMP:20260616T155622Z CREATED:20260513T143339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T155622Z UID:37230008050-1782651600-1782655200@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Artist Talk: Zachari Logan\, Green DESCRIPTION:Zachari Logan\, Green \n \n Artist Talk & Poetry Reading\n \n \n \n \nJoin us for a special afternoon with artist and poet Zachari Logan\, celebrating his newly published book\, Green. \nGreen is an evocative collection of ekphrastic and diaristic poetry paired with luminous\, green-toned sketches\, created during Logan’s global travels. From iconic artworks and timeless architecture to wild flora and fauna\, Logan’s beautifully rendered artwork and thoughtful poetry invite us to pay attention to the wonder in our world. \nThis special program will feature a conversation with McMichael Deputy Chief Curator Jennifer Withrow\, followed by a reading by Logan. \nAfter the talk\, guests are welcome to join Logan and McMichael gardener Kim Magee for a plant walk through the gallery grounds. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Artist \n \n \n \n \n \nZachari Logan is a queer Canadian settler poet and artist whose artwork has been exhibited throughout North America\, Europe and Asia. Logan’s work can be found in collections worldwide\, including the National Gallery of Canada\, Art Gallery of Ontario\, Remai Modern\, Peabody Essex Museum\, McMichael Canadian Art Collection and Nerman MOCA among many others. In 2014 Logan received the Lieutenant Governor’s Emerging Artist Award\, in 2015 he received the Alumni of Influence Award from the University of Saskatchewan and in 2016 Logan was long-listed for the Sobey Art Award. In 2010\, his chapbook\, A Eulogy for the Buoyant\, was published by JackPine Press and in 2021\, A Natural History of Unnatural Things\, was published by Radiant Press. Logan’s artwork and writing has been featured in many publications throughout the world. He lives in Regina\, Saskatchewan. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n When\n \n \n \n \n JUNE 28\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n 1 — 2 PM\n \n \n \n \n Speakers\n \n \n \n \n Zachari Logan\n \n \n \n \n Jennifer Withrow\n \n \n \n \n \nFree with admission \n\n\n \n \n \n Book Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Green Zachari Logan\n \n \n\n Purchase Book URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/artists-talk-zachari-logan-green/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Sketchbook_Pages1_Green.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T163000 DTSTAMP:20260617T191713Z CREATED:20260616T153849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T191713Z UID:37230008149-1782640800-1782664200@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Green\, Gallery\, Garden: A McMichael Day Trip Co‑hosted by Opaloma DESCRIPTION:Green\, Gallery\, Garden: \nA McMichael Day Trip \nCo-hosted by Opaloma \n \n \n \n \n \nEscape the city for a day of art\, poetry\, plants\, and conversation. Join Odessa Paloma Parker of Opaloma for an intimate bus trip to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection\, where art and landscape come together in one of Canada’s most beautiful gallery settings. \nThe day begins with a curator-led tour of Fresh Air: New Acquisitions in Context\, followed by a 3-course prix fixe picnic lunch on the McMichael grounds. In the afternoon\, artist Zachari Logan will discuss his new book of ekphrastic poems and drawings\, Green—“poems that pulse with vegetal sensitivity\, moving between alleyways and art history\, between inner monologue and ecological longing”—and share selected readings before leading a plant walk through the grounds alongside McMichael gardener Kim Magee. \nIn 2017\, Logan was artist-in-residence in the iconic Tom Thomson Shack\, creating work from discarded plants found on the grounds. Watch him reflect on that experience in the short film by David Hartman below. \nTickets include round-trip bus transportation from St. George Station\, all programming\, gallery admission\, and lunch. \nThis event takes place rain or shine; participants are encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Itinerary \n \n \n \n \n \n\n10 AM: Bus departure from St. George TTC Station\n11 AM — 12 PM: Private tour of Fresh Air: New Acquisitions in Context with curator John Geoghegan\n12 PM: Three-course prix fixe picnic lunch on the McMichael grounds (see menu – menu selections are made at time of purchase)\n1 — 2 PM: Artist talk and poetry reading with Zachari Logan\, featuring his new book\, Green (available for purchase)\n2 — 3 PM: Outdoor plant walk and conversation with Zachari Logan and McMichael garden educator Kim Magee\n3:15 PM: Return departure to St. George TTC Station\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date\n JUNE 28\, 2026 \n \n \n \n Time\n 10 AM — 4:30 PM\n \n \n \n Price\n $60/person (includes bus\, admission & lunch)\n \n \n \n \n \nAdmission required \n\n\n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n Prix Fixe Menu\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Green Zachari Logan\n \n \n\n Purchase Book\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Zachari Logan\n \n \n \nZachari Logan is a queer Canadian settler poet and artist whose artwork has been exhibited throughout North America\, Europe and Asia. Logan’s work can be found in collections worldwide\, including the National Gallery of Canada\, Art Gallery of Ontario\, Remai Modern\, Peabody Essex Museum\, McMichael Canadian Art Collection and Nerman MOCA among many others. In 2014 Logan received the Lieutenant Governor’s Emerging Artist Award\, in 2015 he received the Alumni of Influence Award from the University of Saskatchewan and in 2016 Logan was long-listed for the Sobey Art Award. In 2010\, his chapbook\, A Eulogy for the Buoyant\, was published by JackPine Press and in 2021\, A Natural History of Unnatural Things\, was published by Radiant Press. Logan’s artwork and writing has been featured in many publications throughout the world. He lives in Regina\, Saskatchewan. \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 \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n About\nOpaloma \n \n \nOpaloma is the creative platform of Odessa Paloma Parker — Toronto-based writer\, stylist\, editor\, and tastemaker whose work spans Globe Style Magazine\, The Globe and Mail’s subscription lifestyle publication\, and OMG Blog\, where she writes on art and fashion. \nA celebration of creative expression in all its forms\, Opaloma brings together a community of art appreciators\, culture lovers\, and curious minds — and its newsletter\, launched in 2022\, has become an essential read for those who want to stay close to what’s new and notable in galleries\, cultural institutions\, dining\, and retail\, locally and internationally. \n\n\n \n \n READ MORE URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/green-gallery-garden-a-mcmichael-day-trip-co-hosted-by-opaloma/ CATEGORIES:Talks,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/green.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260524T150000 DTSTAMP:20260422T164328Z CREATED:20260420T135333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T164328Z UID:37230007910-1779631200-1779634800@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Artists in Conversation: Contemporary Landscape in Canadian Art DESCRIPTION:Artists in Conversation: \nContemporary Landscape in Canadian Art \n \n \n \n \n \nJoin curator John Geoghegan in conversation with artists Alexa Kumiko Hatanaka\, Michelle Sound\, and Sky Glabush for a panel discussion on landscape in contemporary Canadian art. \nDrawing from their distinct practices\, the artists will reflect on how landscape shapes their work today\, addressing themes of environment\, identity\, materiality\, and lived experience. \nPresented in connection with Fresh Air: New Acquisitions in Context\, this panel explores how contemporary artists are reimagining relationships to land and place. \nWe gratefully acknowledge the support of the Gail and Stephen A. Jarislowsky Institute for Studies in Canadian Art. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n When\n \n \n \n \n MAY 24\, 2026\n \n \n \n \n 2 — 3 PM\n \n \n \n \n Speakers\n \n \n \n \n John Geoghegan\n \n \n \n \n Alexa Kumiko Hatanaka\n \n \n \n \n Michelle Sound\n \n \n \n \n Sky Glabush\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n John Geoghegan\n \n \n \nJohn Geoghegan is a Curator at the McMichael Canadian Art Collection. Prior to joining the McMichael in 2022\, he worked as Senior Editor of the Inuit Art Quarterly. He has published on various topics of historical and contemporary Canadian art including: Gathie Falk\, William Kurelek\, Elisapee Ishulutaq\, Mary Wrinch\, and Kent Monkman. John holds an MA in Art History with a Curatorial Practice Diploma from York University. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Alexa Kumiko Hatanaka\n \n \n \nAlexa Kumiko Hatanaka (b. 1988\, Toronto) is a Japanese-Canadian\, queer artist whose lived experience informs a materially rich and interdisciplinary practice. Working primarily with paper\, she combines printmaking\, ink drawing\, natural dyeing\, and sewing to create sculptures\, installations\, and wearable works. \nEngaging with historical paper processes that both depend on and reflect environmental conditions\, her work addresses climate change\, mental health\, and survival. Recurring motifs—landscape\, fish\, and water—speak to personal and collective experiences of resilience\, connection\, and joy. \nHatanaka’s practice includes over a decade of community-engaged projects in the Arctic\, as well as collaborative performances rooted in kamiko\, garments made from washi paper. She has exhibited internationally and her work is held in major collections including the British Museum\, National Gallery Singapore\, and the National Gallery of Canada. She is participating in the 61st International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Michelle Sound\n \n \n \nMichelle Sound is a Cree and Métis artist and mother\, and a member of Wapsewsipi Swan River First Nation in Treaty 8 Territory. She is a multidisciplinary artist working across photography\, textiles\, painting\, and Indigenous material practices. \nHer work explores identity through personal narratives rooted in family\, place\, and history\, with a focus on maternal labour\, cultural knowledge\, and inheritance. Blending traditional and contemporary materials\, Sound creates works that reflect both lived experience and intergenerational connection. \nShe holds a BFA from Simon Fraser University and an MA from Emily Carr University of Art + Design. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally and is held in collections including the National Gallery of Canada and the McMichael. \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sky Glabush\n \n \n \nSky Glabush (b. 1970\, Alert Bay\, BC) explores painting as a means of observation and self-discovery. His works—spanning painting and works on paper—invite viewers into a dialogue between interior experience and the external world. \nThrough a focus on light\, colour\, composition\, and texture\, Glabush’s work foregrounds the material language of painting itself\, creating an experience that mirrors the act of looking. \nHe received his BFA from the University of Saskatchewan and his MA from the University of Alberta. His work has been the subject of recent solo exhibitions in Los Angeles\, New York\, and London\, and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Canada and other major institutions. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/artists-in-conversation-contemporary-landscape-in-canadian-art/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/FreshAir-Install_IMG_7830_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T212200Z 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:20260328T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260328T123000 DTSTAMP:20260305T140510Z CREATED:20260204T150048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T140510Z UID:37230006524-1774693800-1774701000@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Matinée Francophone — Old Growth: Masterworks by the Group of Seven and their Contemporaries DESCRIPTION:Old Growth:\nMasterworks by the Group of Seven\nand their Contemporaries \n \n Matinée Francophone \n \n \n \n \nJourney with us through the forests of Algoma\, across the peaks of the Rockies and into the vast Arctic tundra on a guided French language tour of Old Growth: Masterworks by the Group of Seven and their Contemporaries. This landmark exhibition brings together some of the McMichael’s most iconic and enduring works by canonical artists including Tom Thomson\, Lawren Harris\, Emily Carr\, A.Y. Jackson\, and J.E.H. MacDonald. \nThe tour will be followed by coffee and light snacks. \nFrançais \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date\n MAR 28\, 2026\n \n \n \n Time\n 10:30 am — 12:30 pm\n \n \n \n Location\n Founder’s Lounge \n \n \n \n \n \nFree with admission. Registration required. \n\n\n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsors\n \n \n Rand and Lynda \nLomas \n \n \n \n \n Generously Supported By\n \n \n Marla David\, Roses and \nRainbows Foundation Patricia \nFischer Nancy \nLang Greg \nLatremoille Carl and Jennifer \nSpiess The Launch Pad Windsurf \n& Foil Academy \n \n \n \n \n Media Partner URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/matinee-francophone-old-growth-masterworks-by-the-group-of-seven-and-their-contemporaries/ CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1972.10_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260322T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260322T150000 DTSTAMP:20260220T162041Z CREATED:20260205T201950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T162041Z UID:37230006544-1774188000-1774191600@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Curatorial Talk — Old Growth: Masterworks by the Group of Seven and their Contemporaries DESCRIPTION:Old Growth: Masterworks \nby the Group of Seven \nand their Contemporaries \n \n Speaker: John Geoghegan\n \n \n \n \nCelebrate the opening of Old Growth: Masterworks by the Group of Seven and their Contemporaries with a special curatorial talk that offers fresh insight into some of the McMichael’s most iconic works. \nBringing together masterworks by Tom Thomson\, Lawren Harris\, Emily Carr\, A.Y. Jackson\, and J.E.H. MacDonald\, Old Growth is organized geographically\, taking visitors on a powerful journey from the forests of Algoma to the peaks of the Rockies and the vastness of the Arctic tundra. \nIn this illustrated lecture\, McMichael Curator John Geoghegan explores the artists\, stories\, and relationships behind these defining paintings—revealing new ways of seeing works that have shaped generations’ understanding of the Canadian landscape. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Curatorial Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date\n MAR 22\, 2026\n \n \n \n Time\n 2 — 3 pm\n \n \n \n Speaker\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 Presenting Sponsors\n \n \n Rand and Lynda \nLomas \n \n \n \n \n Generously Supported By\n \n \n Marla David\, Roses and \nRainbows Foundation Patricia \nFischer Nancy \nLang Greg \nLatremoille Carl and Jennifer \nSpiess The Launch Pad Windsurf \n& Foil Academy \n \n \n \n \n Media Partner URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/curatorial-talk-old-growth/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/1978.17_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T123000 DTSTAMP:20260220T183815Z CREATED:20260120T162708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T183815Z UID:37230004925-1772274600-1772281800@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Matinée Francophone — Stan Douglas: Tales of Empire DESCRIPTION:Stan Douglas: Tales of Empire \n \n Matinée Francophone\n \n \n \n \nJoin us for a guided French-language tour of Stan Douglas: Tales of Empire\, led by McMichael Educator Anna Haidara. This compelling photographic exhibition looks back on Douglas’s distinguished career\, exploring enduring themes of race\, power\, and colonization. \nThe tour will be followed by coffee and light snacks. \nFrançais \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Speaker\n \n \n \n Anna Haidara\n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n \n \n \n Founder’s Lounge\n \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n \n \n Free with admission\n \n \n \n \n Registration required\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Distinguished Patron\n \n \n Claudia Beck \n \n \n \n \n Generously Supported By\n \n \n Robin and Malcolm Anthony Debra and Barry Campbell Carol Gray Elske and Jim Kofman Kololian Family Liza Mauer and Andrew Sheiner Julia and Gilles Ouellette Eleanor and Francis Shen Lesley Stowe and Geoffrey Scott Jack Weinbaum Family Foundation Susan Wortzman and Glenn Smith \n \n \n \n \n Media Partner URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/matinee-francophone-stan-douglas-tales-of-empire/ CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2004_35-79_QuintaR_WEB-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251213T123000 DTSTAMP:20251117T170938Z CREATED:20250820T132506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T170938Z UID:37230004101-1765621800-1765629000@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Matinée francophone : Rita Leistner DESCRIPTION:Matinée francophone \n \n Rita Leistner: The Tree Planters\n \n \n \n \nÀ travers des portraits pittoresque grand format\, notre nouvelle exposition contemporaine Tree Planters témoigne du travail acharné et héroïque des planteurs d’arbres professionnels en Colombie-Britannique. \nJoignez la photographe Rita Leistner pour une visite guidée en français de son exposition\, et explorez les thèmes de l’endurance humaine\, de la protection de l’environnement et de l’évolution de la relation du Canada avec ses forêts. Savourez ensuite un léger déjeuner de croissants et café au Salon des fondateurs. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Details\n \n \n \n Samedi le 13 décembre 2025\n 10h30 à 12h30\n \n \n \n Lieu\n Salon des fondateurs\n \n \n \n Prix\n Gratuit avec admission\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHETEZ DES BILLETS\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto & Video Release \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease be advised that staff from the McMichael may be capturing photos and video footage during our special events. These images may be used\, repurposed\, and published across various platforms\, including news articles\, social media channels\, and our website. Additionally\, these images may be shared with our event partners/sponsors. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/matinee-francophone-rita-leistner/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Tree-Planters—Enchanted-Forest-9.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T150000 DTSTAMP:20251202T130907Z CREATED:20251017T154418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T130907Z UID:37230004110-1765029600-1765033200@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:In Conversation: Stan Douglas and André Alexis DESCRIPTION:In Conversation: Stan Douglas and André Alexis \n \n \n \n \n \nJoin us for a special talk celebrating the opening of Stan Douglas: Tales of Empire. \nInternationally acclaimed artist Stan Douglas will be joined by award-winning Canadian author André Alexis for a conversation exploring the themes and ideas that shape Douglas’s practice. Tales of Empire brings together five major photographic series that examine the global legacies of colonization—an enduring focus in Douglas’s work. \nThe exhibition offers a powerful reflection on history\, memory\, and the lasting imprint of empire on both landscapes and lives. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers\n \n \n \n Stan Douglas\n \n \n \n \n André Alexis\n \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n \n \n Free with admission\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n About\nStan Douglas \n \n \n \nStan Douglas is a visual artist from Vancouver whose practice spans photography\, film\, video\, installation\, and theatre. Since the 1980s\, he has explored the intersections of history\, collective memory\, and colonial legacies through technically ambitious and conceptually layered projects. His work often restages pivotal cultural and political moments\, blurring the boundaries between documentary and fiction. \nDouglas has exhibited widely\, including five appearances at the Venice Biennale—representing Canada in 2022—and solo exhibitions at major institutions such as the Centre Pompidou\, MoMA\, and the National Gallery of Canada. His work is held in leading museum collections across North America and Europe. \nDouglas lives and works in Vancouver. \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 About\nAndré Alexis \n \n \n \nAndré Alexis is a fiction writer who grew up in Ottawa. His novels Fifteen Dogs and Days by Moonlight won the Rogers Writers’ Trust Fiction Prize in 2015 and 2019. He has also received the Scotiabank Giller Prize\, CBC’s Canada Reads\, and the Windham-Campbell Literature Prize. His eighth novel\, The Ring\, is the fifth book in his “quincunx” series exploring philosophical themes. Born in Trinidad\, Alexis lives in Toronto. \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 \n Distinguished Patron\n \n \n Claudia Beck \n \n \n \n \n Generously Supported By\n \n \n Robin and Malcolm Anthony Debra and Barry Campbell Carol Gray Elske and Jim Kofman Kololian Family Liza Mauer and Andrew Sheiner Julia and Gilles Ouellette Eleanor and Francis Shen Lesley Stowe and Geoffrey Scott Jack Weinbaum Family Foundation Susan Wortzman and Glenn Smith \n \n \n \n \n Media Partner URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/artists-talk-stan-douglas-tales-of-empire/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2006_W07_Barkerville01R_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T123000 DTSTAMP:20251118T152740Z CREATED:20251118T152511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T152740Z UID:37230004555-1763202600-1763209800@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Matinée francophone : Premiers Jours DESCRIPTION:Matinée francophone \n \n Premiers Jours\n \n \n \n \nPrésentant plus de 100 œuvres de la collection permanente du McMichael couvrant plus de deux siècles\, Premiers Jours surligne la continuité culturelle\, la résilience et l’innovation des pratiques artistiques autochtones à travers des générations. \nJoignez coordonnatrice de programmation francophone\, Emma Ducharme\, pour une visite guidée en français de cette exposition remarquable\, enfin de retour au McMichael après une tournée internationale critiquement acclamée. Savourez ensuite un léger déjeuner de croissants et café au Salon des fondateurs. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Details\n \n \n \n Samedi le 15 novembre 2025\n 10h30 à 12h30\n \n \n \n Lieu\n Salon des fondateurs\n \n \n \n Prix\n Gratuit avec admission\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ACHETEZ DES BILLETS\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto & Video Release \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease be advised that staff from the McMichael may be capturing photos and video footage during our special events. These images may be used\, repurposed\, and published across various platforms\, including news articles\, social media channels\, and our website. Additionally\, these images may be shared with our event partners/sponsors. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/matinee-francophone-premiers-jours/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/EarlyDays_IMG_2104_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTSTAMP:20251024T130203Z CREATED:20250916T132621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T130203Z UID:37230004107-1761868800-1761955199@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:2025 Halloween Tour DESCRIPTION:Join us – if you dare!Friday\, October 31\, 2025\n Halloween-Themed Public Tours | 12:30 pm | 2 pmAs you delve into the hidden stories behind artworks in all corners of the gallery\, you might feel the chill of the past brush against you… Then\, head outdoors to hear tell of the life and unresolved death of Tom Thomson\, and take a tiptoe trek around the Artists’ Cemetery. \nKeep your eyes peeled – you never know what spectral sights you might encounter on this eerie Halloween journey! \nGET TICKETSFree with general admission. \nWhen you’re done\, treat yourself to a spooktacular lunch at CABIN or pack a wicked picnic to enjoy amidst the eerie grounds! URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/2025-halloween-tour/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/TomThomsonShack_Halloween-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024 DTSTAMP:20251015T152313Z CREATED:20250620T143025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T152313Z UID:37230004087-1761177600-1761263999@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:2025 Art Toronto DESCRIPTION:First Look and Opening NightOctober 23\, 2025 | 4 pmPresented by and benefitting the McMichaelThe McMichael Canadian Art Collection welcomes you to Opening Night of Art Toronto on Thursday\, October 23. Enjoy complimentary drinks and canapés\, VIP Lounge access\, and priority admission to the fair all weekend. \nFirst Look Opening NightThe McMichael invites you to be the first to connect with the exhibiting galleries and get first pick of artwork available at Art Toronto with exclusive early access at 4 PM for Opening Night. \nOctober 23 | 4 – 6 pmIncludes complimentary drinks and canapés \nOpening NightThe McMichael invites you to celebrate the launch of Art Toronto with a vibrant evening of art\, music\, drinks\, and canapés. Meet gallerists\, artists\, collectors\, high-profile curators and art consultants. \nOctober 23 | 6 – 10 pmIncludes complimentary drinks and canapés \nBuy TicketsAll First Look and Opening Night tickets include the Collector’s 3-Day Pass (Friday-Sunday) and a charitable tax receipt\, as applicable. All proceeds support McMichael Canadian Art Collection. \nHost CommitteeAmeet Bhojwani\nAngelica Demetriou\nHeather Edwards\nZoe Foster \nNicole Jolly\nAlex Lambert\nLily Li\nKulin Matchhar \nMichelle Meneley\nPam Meredith\nDeanne Moser\nMia Nielsen \nSuzanne Palko\nNancy Rowat\nGlenn Smith\nSteven Wilson \nOpening Night Presenting SponsorOpening Night SponsorsOpening Night Media PartnerPrincipal Sponsor URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/2025-art-toronto/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Art-Toronto-Opening-Night-2024-522-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T150000 DTSTAMP:20260120T160033Z CREATED:20250903T172952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T160033Z UID:37230004105-1759068000-1759071600@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Curatorial Talk: Early Days DESCRIPTION:Curatorial Talk:Early Days: Indigenous Art at the McMichael \n\nSunday\, September 28\, 2025\n2-3 pm\n\nModeratorBonnie Devine \nSpeakersBarry Ace \nShelley Niro \nPaul Seesequasis \nPerformanceMaria Hupfield \nPriceFree with gallery admission. \nRegister for TalkJoin us for a curatorial conversation marking the opening of Early Days: Indigenous Art at the McMichael. Moderator Bonnie Devine will lead a discussion with artists and curators offering insights into the exhibition’s themes and its significance within the broader story of Indigenous art in Canada. \nThe program will also feature a special live performance by artist Maria Hupfield. \nSponsorsPresenting SponsorArt Acquisition SponsorExhibition Sponsors & SupportersBredt/Cameron Indigenous Art Curatorial Fund \nRand and Lynda Lomas \nTerry West and Mark Defend \nGenerously Supported BySalah Bachir and Jacob Yerex \nChristine and Andrew W. Dunn \nPatti Bunston Gunn and Steve Gunn  \nNancy McCain and Bill Morneau \nMarnie Schreiber \nConnie Wansbrough \nWith Financial Support FromMedia Partner\nPhoto & Video ReleasePlease be advised that staff from the McMichael may be capturing photos and video footage during our special events. These images may be used\, repurposed\, and published across various platforms\, including news articles\, social media channels\, and our website. Additionally\, these images may be shared with our event partners/sponsors. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/curatorial-talk-early-days/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1981.87.2_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250913T123000 DTSTAMP:20250722T180321Z CREATED:20250717T130251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T180321Z UID:37230004093-1757759400-1757766600@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Matinée Francophone: Iris Häussler DESCRIPTION:Matinée Francophone:Iris HäusslerDateSeptember 13\, 2025 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm \nLocationFounder’s Lounge \nPriceFree with gallery admission \nBook TicketsDive into the complex and imaginative installation of contemporary conceptual artist\, Iris Haussler. Learn about her storytelling practice and explore the rich narrative works she has created during her time as artist in residence at the McMichael. \nJoin French Programming Coordinator Emma Ducharme on a guided tour en français of Haussler’s profoundly captivating installation\, followed by a light petit-dejeuner and casual conversation in the Founders’ Lounge. \nPhoto & Video ReleasePlease be advised that staff from the McMichael may be capturing photos and video footage during our special events. These images may be used\, repurposed\, and published across various platforms\, including news articles\, social media channels\, and our website. Additionally\, these images may be shared with our event partners/sponsors. \n\nMatinée Francophone :Iris HäusslerDate13 Septembre | 10h30 à 12h30 \nLocationFounder’s Lounge \nPrixGratuit avec entrée \nAchetez des billetsPlongez dans l’installation complexe et imaginative de l’artiste conceptuel contemporaine\, Iris Haussler. Découvrez sa pratique encrée dans le récit\, et explorez les riches œuvres narratives qu’elle a créées pendant son temps en résidence au McMichael. \nJoignez coordonnatrice de programmation francophone\, Emma Ducharme\, pour une visite guidée en français de l’installation profondément captivante de Haussler\, suivie d’un léger petit-déjeuner et conversation décontractée dans le salon des fondateurs. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/matinee-francophone-iris-haussler/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IH_IMG_0798_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250912T210000 DTSTAMP:20250929T132117Z CREATED:20250825T141403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T132117Z UID:37230004102-1757707200-1757710800@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra - Painted in Sound: Venice and Beyond DESCRIPTION:Tafelmusik Baroque OrchestraPainted in Sound: Venice and BeyondFor centuries\, Venice has inspired artists with its beauty and vibrant culture. \nFor composers like Vanhal and Mysliveček\, the city offered a gateway into Italian musical life at the turn of the 19th century. It was also during this period that the double bass emerged as a true solo and chamber instrument\, thanks in no small part to the virtuosity of Venetian-born Domenico Dragonetti. \nThis program explores the expressive possibilities of an unusual trio: violin\, cello\, and double bass. Through the elegant voices of Mysliveček in Venice\, and Albrechtsberger and Michael Haydn in Vienna\, we hear the bass in a bold new role—no longer just foundational\, but lyrical\, agile\, and expressive. \nThe result is a rich sound world where classical style meets daring invention\, redefining the boundaries of chamber music. \nDate & TimeFriday\, September 12\, 20258 pmCost$50 General Public\n$40 Gallery & Tafelmusik Members \nRegistration required. Includes gallery admission. \nPerformersCristina Zacharias\, violin\nMargaret Gay\, cello\nJussif Barakat Martínez\, double bass \nPre-Concert Dinner \nat CABIN CABIN Opens: 5 pm\nLast Seating: 7 pm \nDinner MenuReserve TableLocationMcMichael Canadian Art Collection\n10365 Islington Ave\,\nKleinburg\, ON L0J 1C0 \nBuy TicketsFriday\, September 12\, 20256:30 pmMorrice in VenicePublic TourDiscover the charm of Venice through the eyes of  James Wilson Morrice. This exhibition showcases his luminous\, intimate portrayals of the city’s canals and piazzas\, capturing its timeless beauty with poetic brushwork and quiet elegance. \nFree with concert registration. \nPhoto & Video ReleasePlease be advised that staff from the McMichael may be capturing photos and video footage during our special events. These images may be used\, repurposed\, and published across various platforms\, including news articles\, social media channels\, and our website. Additionally\, these images may be shared with our event partners/sponsors. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/tafelmusik-baroque-orchestra-painted-in-sound-venice-and-beyond/ LOCATION:McMichael\, 10365 Islington Ave.\, Kleinburg\, Ontario\, L0J 1C0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/Tafelmusik-photobyDahliaKatz-3283-min-scaled-e1728331675918.jpg GEO:43.8431978;-79.616772 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=McMichael 10365 Islington Ave. Kleinburg Ontario L0J 1C0 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10365 Islington Ave.:geo:-79.616772,43.8431978 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250907T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250907T163000 DTSTAMP:20250929T131947Z CREATED:20250625T155837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T131947Z UID:37230004089-1757253600-1757262600@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Artist’s Talk: Rita Leistner DESCRIPTION:Artist’s Talk:Rita Leistner\nSunday\, September 7\, 2025 \n\n\n\nFilm Screening #1:\n11:30 am – 1 pm\n\n\nArtist’s Talk:\n2 – 3 pm\n\n\nFilm Screening #2:\n3 – 4:30 pm\n\n\n\nSpeakersRita Leistner \nJohn Geoghegan \nPriceFree with gallery admission. \nRegister for TalkJoin acclaimed Canadian photographer and filmmaker Rita Leistner in conversation with McMichael Associate Curator John Geoghegan as they discuss her powerful photographic series The Tree Planters. Leistner will share stories from her time living off-grid with reforestation crews in remote camps\, where she embedded herself for months at a time.\nThe conversation will explore themes of human endurance\, environmental stewardship\, and Canada’s evolving relationship with its forests. \nThe afternoon also includes screenings of Leistner’s award-winning documentary Forest for the Trees: The Tree Planters\, which blends still photography and moving image to capture the physical and emotional realities of life in Canada’s replanting camps. Both intimate and epic\, the film offers a compelling portrait of resilience and community. \nChoose to see the film either before the talk at 11:30 am or after at 3 pm. Both screenings will be held in the McMichael Theatre\, with seating available on a first come\, first served basis. \nPhoto & Video ReleasePlease be advised that staff from the McMichael may be capturing photos and video footage during our special events. These images may be used\, repurposed\, and published across various platforms\, including news articles\, social media channels\, and our website. Additionally\, these images may be shared with our event partners/sponsors. \n\nSponsorsLead SupportersGarth Hadley\nand Paola Sartori \nRoz and Andy\nHeintzman \nMartin and Raja\nLeistner \nKara McIntosh\nand Jeff Taylor \nMichelle and\nDavid Newton \nGenerously Supported ByPatricia and\nTom Muir \nCircle of SupportersBruce Croxon \nPaula Danckert \nEda Holmes\nand Tim Southam \nJennifer Lansue and\nTaylor Zeller-Newman \nCatherine Lash\nand Stephen Bulger \nLisa Logan and\nAndrew Frontini \nJamie and Ingrid\nMacintosh \nSarah Martin\nand Xavier Debane \nFranco and June\nNtazinda \nNancy Petrick\nand Dave Bradley \nRosalind Pieczonka\nand Simon Landy \nBridgette Roos \nMedia Partner URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/artists-talk-rita-leistner/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Tree-Planter_Russell-Robertson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250817T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250817T150000 DTSTAMP:20250818T131922Z CREATED:20250723T152942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T131922Z UID:37230004097-1755439200-1755442800@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Fatal Light Awareness Program: Bird Safety in the City DESCRIPTION:Talk with Michael MesureFatal Light Awareness Program: Bird Safety in the CitySunday\, August 17\, 2025 | 2 pmSpeakersMichael Mesure \nPriceFree with gallery admission. \nFree with AdmissionJoin Michael Mesure\, cofounder of FLAP Canada\, for an eye-opening talk on the widespread issue of bird collisions with buildings—and the simple\, effective actions we can take to reduce them. Hosted by artist Iris Häussler. \nFLAP was initiated in Toronto in 1991 as a response to the alarming number of bird collisions with buildings\, particularly during migration seasons. Discover the extend of this problem in our complex urban environment and learn about the simple ways that can make our neighborhoods more friendly and safe to migrating birds. \nMichael Mesure\, Executive Director and cofounder of Fatal Light Awareness Program (FLAP) Canada\, regularly delivers presentations on the topic of bird-building collisions\, bringing attention to the reflective light issue that impacts over 1 billion birds across North America every year. \nMichael focuses on solutions to help mitigate the challenges of bird migrations in built environments. He tirelessly advocates for bird protection at various levels of government\, as well as consults with industry professionals and NGOs across the globe on developing bird-friendly building standards. His time is spent partnership-building and enabling collaborations to promote bird conservation and contributing content to ornithological-focused papers. \nPhoto & Video ReleasePlease be advised that staff from the McMichael may be capturing photos and video footage during our special events. These images may be used\, repurposed\, and published across various platforms\, including news articles\, social media channels\, and our website. Additionally\, these images may be shared with our event partners/sponsors. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/fatal-light-awareness-program-bird-safety-in-the-city/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/birds-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T150000 DTSTAMP:20250717T125440Z CREATED:20250603T174328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T125440Z UID:37230004083-1751810400-1751814000@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Artist’s Talk: Iris Häussler DESCRIPTION:Artist’s Talk:Iris HäusslerSunday\, July 6\, 2025 | 2 pmSpeakersIris Häussler \nSarah Milroy \nPriceFree with gallery admission. \nRegister for TalkJoin Chief Curator Sarah Milroy for a compelling conversation with acclaimed Toronto-based conceptual artist Iris Häussler. This special talk will explore Häussler’s current residency at the McMichael and her latest work\, Divided Heavens. \nSarah and Häussler will discuss the artist’s distinctive narrative-driven practice\, the evolution of her installation process\, and the layered themes within Divided Heavens. Together\, they will reflect on how the work engages with the textures\, rhythms\, and spirit of the natural landscape surrounding the gallery. \nPhoto & Video ReleasePlease be advised that staff from the McMichael may be capturing photos and video footage during our special events. These images may be used\, repurposed\, and published across various platforms\, including news articles\, social media channels\, and our website. Additionally\, these images may be shared with our event partners/sponsors. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/artists-talk-iris-haussler/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IH-Installs_IMG_0717_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250707 DTSTAMP:20250717T125429Z CREATED:20250623T125518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T125429Z UID:37230004088-1751760000-1751846399@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Group of Seven Day DESCRIPTION:Group of Seven DaySunday\, July 6\, 2025Celebrate Ontario’s First-Ever Group of Seven Day at the McMichael! \nJoin us for a day of art and nature in the galleries and on the grounds as we celebrate the legacy of the Group of Seven. Visit or revisit beloved works by the Group on view in the galleries\, take part in a family-friendly en plein air art-making workshop inspired by their indelible style\, and enjoy guided outdoor art tours surrounded by the landscapes that inspired a movement. \nTo take advantage of the weekend\, we are celebrating Group of Seven day one day early on July 6. \nGet Tickets12:30 pm2:00 pmLocation:\nMeet in the Grand HallGroup of Seven ToursDiscover the landscapes that inspired the Group of Seven on a guided tour through the McMichael’s renowned collection of their iconic works. Learn how these groundbreaking artists helped define a uniquely Canadian vision of art and nature. \n11:30 am1:30 pm3:30 pmLocation:\nOutside the Thomson ShackEn Plein Air Drop-In Art WorkshopsGet creative with hands-on\, family-friendly art activities inspired by the techniques and subjects of the Group of Seven. \nGet Tickets URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/group-of-seven-day/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/group-of-seven-day.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250702 DTSTAMP:20260602T183841Z CREATED:20250608T211616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T183841Z UID:37230004085-1751328000-1751414399@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:2025 Canada Day DESCRIPTION:Canada DayTuesday\, July 1Celebrate Canada Day at the McMichael! Enjoy free admission and a full day of family-friendly art and music programming. \nFree Admission11 am to 4 pmLocation: Founder’s LoungeAll AgesA Message to CanadaDrop-in Card Illustration WorkshopCelebrate the culture\, diversity and natural beauty of Canada in your own words. In this hands-on workshop\, visitors of all ages are invited to design a personalized “Message to Canada” card. Inspired by your favourite landscape or a meaningful memory\, your card can express what Canada means to you—and what you’d like others to discover about the place we call home. \n11:30 am1:00 pm2:30 pmLocation: Starting in the Grand HallAll AgesOutdoor TourJoin a guided tour of the McMichael’s grounds and discover the rich biodiversity of the Humber River Valley. Highlights include the Sculpture Garden\, Minokamik Garden\, and Artists Cemetery. The tour ends inside the historic Tom Thomson Shack\, where you’ll explore a new installation by artist-in-residence Iris Häussler. \n12:30 to 1:30 pm2:30 to 3:30 pmAll AgesPerformance:The Two City Pickers Live at The McMichaelGet ready for toe-tapping fun with The Two City Pickers—a Canada Day exclusive! This powerhouse bluegrass ensemble brings together acclaimed musicians from The Slocan Ramblers\, The Fretless\, and The Unseen Strangers. With roots in both Toronto and Nashville\, their sound blends Bluegrass and Appalachian Old-Time traditions into a high-energy\, unforgettable musical experience. With accolades ranging from Juno Awards to Grand Ole Opry appearances\, this is a performance you won’t want to miss! \nFeaturing: Frank Evans (Banjo\, Vocals)\, Adam Shier (Guitar\, Vocals)\, Ben Plotnick (Fiddle)\, and Charles James (Bass). \nFree AdmissionFête du CanadaMardi\, 1 juilletVenez célébrer la fête du Canada au McMichael ! Profitez de l’entrée gratuite et d’une journée remplie d’activités artistiques et musicales familiales bilingues. \nAdmission gratuite11 h à 16 hLieu : Maison des fondateursTous âgesUn Message à Canada :Atelier de création en libre accèsMettez à profit votre créativité pour célébrer la diversité culturelle et la beauté naturelle du Canada. Les participants de tous âges à cet atelier pratique sont invités à créer une carte « Message à Canada »\, inspirée par leur paysage préféré ou par un souvenir important\, afin d’exprimer leurs sentiments à propos de leur pays et ce qu’ils aimeraient faire connaître aux autres à son sujet. \n11 h 3013 h14 h 30Lieu : Rendez-vous dans le Hall principalTous âgesVisite guidée en plein airParticipez à une visite guidée du fascinant domaine du McMichael et découvrez la riche biodiversité de la vallée de la rivière Humber. Parmi les points saillants de la visite figurent le jardin de sculptures\, le jardin Minokamik et le cimetière des artistes. La visite se termine dans la célèbre cabane de Tom Thomson\, où vous pourrez admirer une installation réalisée par l’artiste en résidence Iris Häussler. \n12 h 30 à 13 h 3014 h 30 à 15 h 30Tous âgesSpectacle :Le groupe The Two City Pickers en direct au McMichaelPréparez-vous à taper joyeusement du pied avec le groupe The Two City Pickers\, en exclusivité pour la fête du Canada ! Cet électrisant ensemble de musique bluegrass réunit des musiciens réputés des groupes The Slocan Ramblers\, The Fretless et The Unseen Strangers. La musique de The Two City Pickers\, dont les racines se trouvent à Toronto et Nashville\, mélange le style bluegrass et les sons traditionnels des Appalaches\, créant une expérience musicale inoubliable. Récipiendaires de prix Juno\, les membres du groupe sont déjà montés sur la scène du célèbre Grand Ole Opry à Nashville. Ils vous offriront un spectacle que vous ne voudrez manquer pour rien au monde ! \nEn vedette : Frank Evans (banjo\, voix)\, Adam Shier (guitare\, voix)\, Ben Plotnick (violon) et Charles James (contrebasse) \nAdmission gratuite URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/2025-canada-day/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/thumbnail_canada-flag.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250629T150000 DTSTAMP:20250630T131635Z CREATED:20250402T145331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T131635Z UID:37230004076-1751205600-1751209200@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Morrice in Venice\, Curatorial Talk DESCRIPTION:Curatorial Talk:Morrice in VeniceSunday\, June 29\, 2025 | 2 pm James Wilson Morrice (1865–1924)\, Rialto Bridge\, Venice\, c.1897\, oil on panel\, 18.1 x 25 cm\, Montreal Museum of Fine Arts\, Photo: Jean-François Brière James Wilson Morrice (1865-1924) was the first Canadian artist to regularly visit Venice\, and the first and only Canadian to have his work displayed at the prestigious Venice Biennale until some fifty years later. From his first trip in 1894 to his final visit by 1909\, Morrice looked at this historic city with contemporary eyes\, making the monumental intimate through glimpses of buildings and canals\, streets and bridges — all seen through a distinctive modernist lens. Guest curator Sandra Paikowsky tours us through the highlights of Morrice’s own Venice. \nSpeakersSandra Paikowsky \nSarah Milroy \nPriceFree with gallery admission. \nRegistration required. \nRegister for TalkSold Out!SponsorsLead SupporterHunter Thompson \nPresenting SponsorSupporting SponsorPortia Leggat and Brian Levitt \nGenerously Supported ByCarol Gray URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/morrice-in-venice-curatorial-talk/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Morrice-in-Venice-108_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250628T233000 DTSTAMP:20250630T131625Z CREATED:20250402T142411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T131625Z UID:37230004075-1751106600-1751153400@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Morrice in Venice\, Matinee francophone DESCRIPTION:Matinée francophone:Morrice in VeniceSaturday\, June 28\, 2025 | 10:30 amSpeaker: Emma DucharmeDiscover Venice through the paintings of James Wilson Morrice\, a celebrated Quebecois artist who inspired the entire generation of Canadian modernist painters. The program is offered as an exhibition tour followed by coffee and croissants. \nFree with Gallery admission. Registration required. \nRegister NowMatinée francophone:Morrice in VeniceSamedi\, 28 juin 2025 | 10 h 30Conférencière: Emma DucharmeDécouvrez Venise à travers les peintures de James Wilson Morrice\, un artiste québécois renommé qui a inspiré toute une génération de peintres modernistes canadiens. Le programme comprend une visite guidée de l’exposition suivie par café chaud et petites pâtisseries. \nGratuit avec l’admission. Inscription requise. \nInscrivez-vous maintenantLa Collection McMichael d’art canadien s’ouvre vers la francophonieEntrevue CHOQ FM 105.1 avec Anna StaniszAnna Stanisz est directrice de l’éducation créative et de la programmation pour la Collection McMichael d’art canadien. De nouvelles expositions sont annoncées pour la rentrée\, dont Pizandawatc – Celui qui écoute et Maria Chapdelaine. \nLe musée\, public\, est situé un peu à l’extérieur de la ville\, dans la région de Vaughan. Néanmoins l’offre de visites\, de rencontres et de programmes éducatifs en français ne tarit pas. L’équipe est même à la recherche d’une personne pour prendre la responsabilité de la coordination francophone. \nSponsorsLead SupporterHunter Thompson \nPresenting SponsorSupporting SponsorPortia Leggat and Brian Levitt \nGenerously Supported ByCarol Gray URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/morrice-in-venice-matinee-francophone/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Morrice-in-Venice-Corner-of-the-Doges-Palace_WEB-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250627T210000 DTSTAMP:20250818T131724Z CREATED:20250401T182043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T131724Z UID:37230004074-1751054400-1751058000@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Julie Nesrallah Celebrates Italy at the McMichael DESCRIPTION:Performance:Julie Nesrallah Celebrates Italy at the McMichaelFriday\, June 27\, 2025 | 8 pmPriceMembers: $40\nGeneral Public: $50 \nRegister for EventIncludes gallery admission. \nPre-Concert Dinner at CABINCABIN Opens: 5 pm\nLast Seating: 7 pm \nDinner MenuReserve TableJoin acclaimed Canadian mezzo-soprano Julie Nesrallah for an enchanting evening of Italian music and song\, set against the backdrop of Morrice in Venice. This special concert will transport you through the melodies and landscapes that inspired James Wilson Morrice’s evocative paintings of that enchanted city. \nPresented in celebration of Italian Heritage Month in Ontario\, this performance pays tribute to Italy’s rich artistic and cultural legacy. \nPLUS! Arrive early for a special gallery tour of Morrice in Venice at 6:30 pm\, included with admission. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/julie-nesrallah-celebrates-italy-at-the-mcmichael/ CATEGORIES:Performances,Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Valentines2025_IMG_0323_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250606 DTSTAMP:20250818T131636Z CREATED:20240903T230734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T131636Z UID:37230004021-1749081600-1749167999@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Tafelmusik Chamber Series 2024/25 DESCRIPTION:Chamber Series 2024/25Cost General Public: $50\nMcMichael Members: $40\nTafelmusik Members: $40 \nLocationMcMichael Canadian Art Collection\n10365 Islington Ave\,\nKleinburg\, ON L0J 1C0 \nPre-Concert Dinner \nat CABINCABIN Opens: 5 pm\nLast Seating: 7 pm \nDinner MenuReserve TableRegistration required. Includes gallery admission. \nFriday\, January 24\, 20258 pmTafelmusik Baroque Orchestra:In Stile ModernoThe turn of the 17th century saw sweeping changes in music\, including the rise of virtuoso instrumentalists and music written in the “modern style.” This performance\, featuring music by Castello\, Bertali\, Leonarda\, and others\, explores the concept of “modern” in music. \nBuy TicketsPerformersJohanna Novom & Christopher Verrette\, violins\nKeiran Campbell\, cello\nDominic Teresi\, dulcian\nJonathan Stuchbery\, lute/guitar\nCharlotte Nediger\, harpsichord \nSunday\, March 23\, 20252 pmTafelmusik Baroque Orchestra:Solo: A Violinist’s JourneySei Solo—these words J.S. Bach wrote on the title page of his revolutionary works for solo violinists. The words can be interpreted as “six solos” or “I am alone”—a clever double-entendre: a challenge to the performer. This program features the remarkable G-Minor Sonata that opens Bach’s collection\, as well as works for solo violin by his compatriots Westhoff and Telemann. The performance is balanced by Missy Mazzoli’s Dissolve\, O my heart\, a 21st-century response to Bach. \nBuy TicketsPerformerCristina Zacharias\, violin \nThursday\, June 5\, 20258 pmTafelmusik Baroque Orchestra:Mozart’s Kindred SpiritsAn intimate performance featuring the work of Mozart and his contemporaries Johann Vanhal and Josef Mysliviček (also known as Il Boemo—The Bohemian). \nBuy TicketsPerformersJulia Wedman & Geneviève Gilardeau\, violins\nBrandon Chui & Patrick G. Jordan\, violas\nMichael Unterman\, cello URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/tafelmusik-chamber-series-2024-25/ LOCATION:McMichael\, 10365 Islington Ave.\, Kleinburg\, Ontario\, L0J 1C0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/Tafelmusik-photobyDahliaKatz-3283-min-scaled-e1728331675918.jpg GEO:43.8431978;-79.616772 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=McMichael 10365 Islington Ave. Kleinburg Ontario L0J 1C0 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=10365 Islington Ave.:geo:-79.616772,43.8431978 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T150000 DTSTAMP:20250526T132719Z CREATED:20250211T145512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T132719Z UID:37230004066-1748181600-1748185200@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Artist’s Talk: Sandra Brewster DESCRIPTION:Artist’s Talk:Sandra BrewsterSunday\, May 25\, 2025 | 2 pmSpeakersSandra Brewster \nJohn Geoghegan \nPriceFree with gallery admission. \nRegister for TalkJoin McMichael Associate Curator\, Collections and Research John Geoghegan for a talk with Toronto-based visual artist Sandra Brewster as they explore FISH\, her newly installed on-site installation at the McMichael. \nTogether\, Geoghegan and Brewster will delve into the artist’s distinctive photo-based practice\, the installation process\, and the themes embedded in her work. Their conversation will unpack FISH as an artistic intervention in the McMichael’s galleries\, touching on migration\, transformation\, identity\, and belonging. \nGenerously Supported byThe Gordon and Lorraine Gibson Family Foundation \nLiza and Frederick Murrell URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/artists-talk-sandra-brewster/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SandraBrewster1_WEB_crop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250504 DTSTAMP:20250506T130131Z CREATED:20250402T140017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T130131Z UID:37230000012-1746230400-1746316799@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Canadian Art Hop DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 3\, 2025Canadian Art HopFrom coast to coast\, the annual Canadian Art Hop shines a spotlight on the richness and diversity of the Canadian art landscape—featuring commercial galleries\, artist-run centres\, and public institutions across the country. \nAs part of this national celebration\, the McMichael is pleased to offer two special guided tours of our current exhibitions. \nFree with gallery admission. Registration required. \nCanadian Art Hop Special Exhibition Tours12:30 pmWorlds on Paper: Drawings from KinngaitDreaming Forward: Contemporary Drawings from KinngaitThis tour explores the once-in-a-generation exhibition of more than 200 works that foreground the cultural continuities of life in Kinngait in the face of dramatic societal change over more than five decades. This exhibition reveals overlooked bodies of work by some of the country’s most beloved artists including Kenojuak Ashevak\, Pitseolak Ashoona\, Kananginak Pootoogook\, and Pudlo Pudlat and introduces audiences to hitherto unknown artists whose work was suppressed by the aims of the print program that prioritized the tastes of settler markets in the South. \nRegister Now2 pmDerek Sullivan: Field NotesJohn Scott: FirestormExperience two compelling exhibitions by Toronto-based artists whose practices speak powerfully to their time and place. This guided tour examines the high-contrast\, politically charged imagery of John Scott: Firestorm and the intricate\, conceptually layered pencil drawings of Derek Sullivan: Field Notes. Together\, these exhibitions offer dynamic insights into the role of drawing in contemporary Canadian art. \nRegister Now URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/canadian-art-hop/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/2-Banner_square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T150000 DTSTAMP:20250428T125123Z CREATED:20241220T192131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T125123Z UID:37230004056-1745676000-1745679600@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Curatorial Talk: Women of the St. Lawrence DESCRIPTION:Curatorial Talk:Women of the St. LawrenceSaturday\, April 26\, 2025 | 2 pmSpeakerAnne-Marie Bouchard \nPriceFree with gallery admission. Registration required. \nRegister for TalkJoin Anne-Marie Bouchard\, guest curator of the McMichael’s touring exhibition River of Dreams: Impressionism on the St. Lawrence\, for a fascinating curatorial talk about the women artists who were active in Quebec from the beginning of the 20th century including Helen McNicoll\, Henrietta Mabel May\, Edith Watson\, Regina Seiden\, Kathleen Moir Morris\, Ethel Seath and others. Bouchard will explore the pivotal role these artists played in shaping the artistic movements of their time as life and culture in Quebec was rapidly changing. \nSpeaker’s BioAnne-Marie Bouchard holds a doctorate in art history from the University of Montreal (2009)\, where she taught art history from 2006 to 2014. A specialist in visual culture and artistic practices from 1850 to 1950\, she served as the curator of modern art at the MNBAQ from 2014 to 2024\, where she curated acclaimed exhibitions including Helen McNicoll: An Impressionist Journey\, 350 Years of Artistic Practices in Quebec\, and 1950: Quebec by American Photojournalist Lida Moser. Currently\, she lectures in museology at Université Laval and is completing a bachelor’s degree in psychology. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/curatorial-talk-women-of-the-st-lawrence/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Knitting_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T123000 DTSTAMP:20250428T125114Z CREATED:20241213T194354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T125114Z UID:37230004053-1745663400-1745670600@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Matinée francophone with Anne-Marie Bouchard DESCRIPTION:Matinée francophone with Anne-Marie BouchardSaturday\, April 26\, 2025 | 10:30 am to 12:30 pmJoin us for a special matinée francophone with Anne-Marie Bouchard\, former curator at the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ) and the curator of River of Dreams: Impressionism on the St. Lawrence. This intimate gathering offers a special opportunity to learn about her favorite artists in the exhibition. Enjoy croissants and coffee while engaging in a relaxed\, informal conversation in French. \nSpeaker BioAnne-Marie Bouchard holds a doctorate in art history from the University of Montreal (2009)\, where she taught art history from 2006 to 2014. A specialist in visual culture and artistic practices from 1850 to 1950\, she served as the curator of modern art at the MNBAQ from 2014 to 2024\, where she curated acclaimed exhibitions including Helen McNicoll: An Impressionist Journey\, 350 Years of Artistic Practices in Quebec\, and 1950: Quebec by American Photojournalist Lida Moser. Currently\, she lectures in museology at Université Laval and is completing a bachelor’s degree in psychology. \nFree with Gallery admission. Registration required. \nRegister for EventMatinée francophone en compagnie d’Anne-Marie BouchardSamedi\, le 26 avril 2025 | 10h30 à 12h30Participez à une Matinée francophone spéciale en compagnie d’Anne-Marie Bouchard\, ancienne conservatrice au Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ) et commissaire de l’exposition Le Fleuve des rêves : l’impressionnisme et le Saint-Laurent. Cette activité intimiste vous donnera l’occasion de découvrir les artistes préférés de Mme Bouchard présentés dans l’exposition. Vous pourrez converser en français avec elle\, dans une atmosphère décontractée\, tout en dégustant croissants et café. \nNotice biographiqueAnne-Marie Bouchard est titulaire d’un doctorat en histoire de l’art de l’Université de Montréal (2009); elle y a d’ailleurs enseigné cette matière entre 2006 et 2014. Spécialiste de la culture visuelle et des pratiques artistiques entre 1850 et 1950\, elle a été conservatrice de l’art moderne au MNBAQ de 2014 à 2024; elle y a organisé des expositions très courues\, dont Helen McNicoll. Un Voyage impressionniste\, 350 ans de pratiques artistiques au Québec et 1950 : Le Québec de la photojournaliste américaine Lida Moser. Mme Bouchard donne actuellement des conférences en muséologie à l’Université Laval et termine un baccalauréat en psychologie. \nActivité gratuite à l’achat d’un billet d’entrée. Inscription requise. \nInscrivez-vous maintenantLa Collection McMichael d’art canadien s’ouvre vers la francophonieEntrevue CHOQ FM 105.1 avec Anna StaniszAnna Stanisz est directrice de l’éducation créative et de la programmation pour la Collection McMichael d’art canadien. De nouvelles expositions sont annoncées pour la rentrée\, dont Pizandawatc – Celui qui écoute et Maria Chapdelaine. \nLe musée\, public\, est situé un peu à l’extérieur de la ville\, dans la région de Vaughan. Néanmoins l’offre de visites\, de rencontres et de programmes éducatifs en français ne tarit pas. L’équipe est même à la recherche d’une personne pour prendre la responsabilité de la coordination francophone. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/matinee-francophone-with-anne-marie-bouchard/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Wayside-Cross-Autumn_WEB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250405 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250406 DTSTAMP:20260331T184042Z CREATED:20250101T060102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T184042Z UID:37230003727-1743811200-1743897599@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:McMichael Slow Art Day DESCRIPTION:McMichael Slow Art DayOn April 5th the McMichael will observe Slow Art Day\, a day that encourages people to “discover for themselves the joy of looking at and loving art.” \nOn Slow Art Day the galleries will be as quiet as possible with lots of extra seating. There will be no public tours on Slow Art Day. All are welcome. Click here for suggestions on how to get started. \nGallery AdmissionSelf-Guided Art ActivityLook & SketchLocation:Founders LoungeTime:10:30 am in French\,\n11:30 am\, 12:30 pm in EnglishWondering where to start? Join a 15-minute introduction to Slow Art Day grounded in a self-guided sketching activity that will allow participants to deeply engage with an artwork of their choosing. Sketching materials and stools will be provided. \nRegistration Required. Free with gallery admission. \nRegister for Art ActivityRecipe for a Successful Slow Art DaySuggestions for How to Get Started\n\nChoose the work that attracts you in the gallery spaces.\n\n\n\nStand or sit on a gallery stool in front of the work.\n\n\n\nClose your eyes\, slow your breath\, and relax for around 20-30 seconds.\n\n\n\nWhen you open your eyes again\, allow your attention to drift to the part of the work that pulls you in.\n\n\n\nAllow your eyes and mind to stay there for a moment without trying to find meaning.\n\n\n\nNow contemplate what brought your attention to this area: the subject matter? Colour and light? Texture?\n\n\n\nSlowly breathe the image in…\n\n\n\nEnjoy it…\n\n\n\nWhen ready move your eyes naturally to another point of attraction.\n\n\n\nRepeat this activity again and again\, looking for visual transitions such as colours\, lines\, textures\, and movements.\n\n\n\nSlowly build your own personal understanding of the artwork. It can mean more than one thing\, nor nothing at all.\n\n\n\nWhen you are comfortable and satisfied with your observations: Read the label!\n\nProud Participant of Slow Art DayJournée de l’Art LentLe 5 avril\, le McMichael célébrera la Journée de l’Art Lent\, une journée qui invite chacun à « découvrir par soi-même le plaisir de contempler et d’aimer l’art ». \nÀ cette occasion\, les galeries offriront un environnement propice à une contemplation paisible\, avec des espaces de repos supplémentaires. Aucune visite guidée publique n’aura lieu ce jour-là. Tous sont les bienvenus. Cliquez ici pour découvrir quelques conseils pour bien commencer. \nAdmissionRegarder & EsquisserLieu  :Salon des FondateursHoraire  :10h30 en français\n11h30 et 12h30 en anglaisVous ne savez pas par où commencer ? Participez à une introduction de 15 minutes à la Journée de l’Art Lent\, combinant une activité de croquis autonome qui vous permettra d’explorer en profondeur une œuvre de votre choix. \nInscription requise. Activité gratuite avec l’entrée à la Galerie. \nS’inscrireRecette pour l’observation de l’art lent\n\nChoisissez une œuvre dans la galerie qui vous attire\n\n\n\nObserver l’œuvre (soit debout ou assis)\n\n\n\nFermer vos yeux\, calmer votre respiration\, et détendezvous pendant environ 20-30 secondes.\n\n\n\nLorsque vous rouvrez les yeux\, laissez votre attention voyager vers une partie du travail qui vous attire.\n\n\n\nPermettez à vos yeux et à votre esprit d’y rester un instant sans essayer de trouver un sens.\n\n\n\nRéfléchissez maintenant à ce qui a attiré votre attention sur ce domaine : le sujet ? Couleur et lumière? Texture?\n\n\n\nAbsorbez l’entement l’image…\n\n\n\nContemplez-le …\n\n\n\nLorsque vous êtes prêt\, déplacez naturellement vos yeux vers un autre point d’attraction.\n\n\n\nRépétez cette activité autant de fois que vous le souhaitez\, en recherchant des transitions visuelles telles que des couleurs\, des lignes\, des textures et des mouvements. …\n\n\n\nConstruisez lentement votre propre compréhension personnelle de l’œuvre d’art. Cela peut signifier plus d’une chose\, ou rien du tout.\n\n\n\nLorsque vous êtes satisfait de vos observations\, et seulement si vous le souhaitez\, lisez l’étiquette. URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/slow-art-day/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/Sketching_IMG_4882_WEB-e1741356191221.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250322T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250322T120000 DTSTAMP:20250818T131524Z CREATED:20250305T151321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T131524Z UID:37230004070-1742637600-1742644800@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Matinée francophone: Worlds on Paper: Drawings from Kinngait DESCRIPTION:Matinée francophoneWorlds on Paper: Drawings from KinngaitSaturday\, March 22\, 2025 | 10 am to 12 pmExperience Worlds on Paper: Drawings from Kinngait in a special French-language tour led by Emma Ducharme\, French Program and Community Engagement Coordinator. Start your morning with a light petit déjeuner\, then explore the exhibition’s rich narratives and artistic expressions through an engaging conversation en français. \nSpeakerEmma Ducharme \nPriceFree with Gallery admission. Registration required. \nRegister NowMatinée francophoneMondes sur papier : Dessins de KinngaitSamedi 22 mars 2025\, de 10h à 12hFaites la découverte de Mondes sur papier : Dessins de Kinngait avec une visite guidée spéciale en français animée par Emma Ducharme\, Coordonnatrice de l’engagement communautaire et de programmation francophone. Débutez votre matinée avec un petit déjeuner léger\, puis explorez par la suite les riches récits et expressions artistiques de l’exposition à travers une conversation captivante en français. Gratuit avec l’entrée. \nInscrivez-vous maintenantLa Collection McMichael d’art canadien s’ouvre vers la francophonieEntrevue CHOQ FM 105.1 avec Anna StaniszAnna Stanisz est directrice de l’éducation créative et de la programmation pour la Collection McMichael d’art canadien. De nouvelles expositions sont annoncées pour la rentrée\, dont Pizandawatc – Celui qui écoute et Maria Chapdelaine. \nLe musée\, public\, est situé un peu à l’extérieur de la ville\, dans la région de Vaughan. Néanmoins l’offre de visites\, de rencontres et de programmes éducatifs en français ne tarit pas. L’équipe est même à la recherche d’une personne pour prendre la responsabilité de la coordination francophone. \nPresenting SponsorsRand and Lynda Lomas \nTerry West and Mark Defend \nLead Publication SponsorsBredt/Cameron Indigenous Art Curatorial Fund \nPeter Goring \nGoring Family Foundation \nExhibition PartnersGenerously Supported byErla Boyer and Patti Socha\nGallery Indigena/Inukshuk\, Vancouver \nErla Boyer and Doug Socha\nGallery Indigena\, Stratford \nJoan Bush and Farsad Kiani \nChantelle Cseh \nGloria and Seymour Epstein \nKeith Evans \nFirst Arts \nSandra Forbes \nGallery Gevik \nElizabeth Grace and Susan Vella \nDr. Sherrill Grace O.C. and in memory\nof the late Dr. John Grace O.C. \nErik Haites \nInuit Gallery of Vancouver \nJulie Jai and David Trick \nAlice and Ted Kernaghan \nHesty Leibtag and Terry Verk \nMaureen Littlejohn \nMadrona Gallery \nKathryn Minard \nAlexandria Pike \nSarah Powell \nJennifer Prieto \nPoonam Puri and Elian Terner \nRobert Kardosh Gallery \nFranziska Ruf \nMelanie Shishler \nJoyce and Fred Sparling \nAllan Stitt and Lisa Lewis \nSusan Wortzman and Glenn Smith \nMedia Partner URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/matinee-francophone-worlds-on-paper-drawings-from-kinngait/ CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/MCAC-Kinngait-Drawings-Prospectus-8.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR