From Cultural Institutions to Grassroots Arts and Everything in Between

Toronto is recognized as a global destination for arts and culture. Thanks to the city’s Indigenous heritage, the legacy of immigrants from a myriad of different cultures, and contemporary Canadian creativity, the cultural hubs of Toronto are vital parts of the ecosystem that supports its creative economy. On this tour, participants will see how culture is produced, expressed, and consumed within the city’s landscape. From purpose-built cultural institutions to temporary/pop-up cultural venues, artists’ workspaces, and street art, the tour will provide a fresh perspective on the role and importance of both organizational and grassroots structures in the cultural life of urban environments in Toronto.