BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//McMichael Canadian Art Collection - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20260712T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260712T133000 DTSTAMP:20260702T130101Z CREATED:20260629T190223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T130101Z UID:37230008151-1783850400-1783863000@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Living with Art — McMichael Accessible Program for Adults Living with Exceptionalities DESCRIPTION:The 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 \nColour Exploration\nInspired by the McMichael’s collection\, special exhibitions\, and the beauty of its surrounding landscape\, join us for a day of colour exploration. \nThe program includes a guided visit to the galleries and the vibrant Minokamik Garden\, hands-on colour mixing\, and the creation of a large acrylic painting inspired by Canadian art and the local environment. \nParticipants are encouraged to bring their favourite artworks previously created for a gallery discussion in the studio. \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 Colour Exploration\n \n \n \n JULY 12\, 2026 | 10 AM — 1:30 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 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-4/ CATEGORIES:Accessible Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/LWA-SS-Cover-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T123000 DTSTAMP:20260709T151015Z CREATED:20260708T183112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T151015Z UID:37230008209-1784370600-1784377800@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Matinée francophone  : L’histoire des Hurons-Wendats avec Dominic Ste-Marie DESCRIPTION:Matinée francophone: \nThe History of the Huron-Wendat with Dominic Ste-Marie \n \n Matinée Francophone\n \n \n \n \nDiscover the history of the Wendat people in southern Ontario and learn about their present-day community in Wendake\, Québec. Join Dominic Ste-Marie for an engaging presentation exploring the rich history\, living culture\, and enduring legacy of the Wendat Nation through storytelling and conversation. \nFollowing the presentation\, participants are invited to enjoy coffee and fresh croissants while continuing the discussion in a relaxed and welcoming setting. \nAbout the Speaker\nDominic Ste-Marie is a proud member of the Wendat Nation and the Yanariskwa (Wolf) Clan. \nAn accomplished storyteller\, interpretive guide\, lecturer\, and voice narrator\, Dominic is passionate about sharing Wendat culture through traditional stories\, legends\, and mythology. Based in Wendake\, Québec\, he combines his knowledge of history\, politics\, and economics with the art of storytelling to help audiences discover the richness of Wendat cultural heritage and identity. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date\n Saturday\, July 18\n \n \n \n Time\n 10:30 am — 12:30 pm\n \n \n \n Location\n Founders' Lounge\n \n \n \n \n \nFree with admission. Registration required. \n\n\n \n \n \n Book Tickets URL:https://mcmichael.com/event/matinee-francophone-lhistoire-des-hurons-wendats-avec-dominic-ste-marie/ CATEGORIES:Adult Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/From-Water-to-Water-wall.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T150000 DTSTAMP:20260723T131752Z CREATED:20260717T150709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T131752Z UID:37230008216-1784642400-1784646000@mcmichael.com SUMMARY:Tour — Early Days DESCRIPTION:Early Days \n \n Spotlight Tour\n \n \n \n \nEarly Days is a landmark exhibition bringing together historical and contemporary works by Indigenous artists from across Canada. Guided by a McMichael Docent\, this tour moves through art that bridges past and present\, connects land and community\, and honours the living relationship between tradition and transformation — a testament to the enduring strength and creative vitality of Indigenous cultures. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n When\n 2 — 3 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-early-days/ CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcmichael.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Morrisseau.1981.87.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR