Fido Pride 2020: Connect to Accept
Pride is looking very different for us this year, but we’re still finding those small ways to be together while being apart, and also reinforcing the importance of connecting with people who are different from us. As we enter Pride
Pride + Activism: Lessons in Love: Part 1
A digital dialogue hosted by Ashley McKenzie-Barnes with six Queer Black Women on the successes and mishaps of relationships. The candid conversation will uncover the makings of a gay marriage between two Caribbean women, the concerns of being a single
da mic is on.
As the world comes to terms with systemic racism and increasing calls for major change at all levels of society, Harbourfront Centre is proud to present da mic is on, curated and hosted by Trey Anthony @blackgirlinlove and Ashley McKenzie-Barnes @ashleymckenziebarnes. Starting June
Left of Centre, a 2-year artist incubator for emerging Black artists—Call for Applications
Left of Centre is a two-year artist incubation project which combines professional development, creative consulting, critical feedback, and seed funding to support the careers of emerging Black artists living within Toronto or the GTA.We know that Black artists are more likely to be
#Block4BLAC: a social distance fundraiser for social good on West Queen West
Saturday June 13 we’re pulling together the West Queen West community for a social distance fundraiser in support of The Black Legal Action Centre (BLAC). With over 20+ neighbouring businesses and 30+ sponsors participating.All are encouraged to join the block
The Know Your Rights Camp Legal Defense Initiative
In February we debuted a public art installation, courtesy of Colin Kaeperknick’s (@kaepernick7) Know Your Rights Camp (@yourrightscamp) as part of Harbourfront Centre's (@harbourfrontcentre) #Kuumba25 with the intention of raising awareness for the initiative. KYRC serves as a safe space for youth to
ArtTO’s series “What Art World Do You Want To Create?”
Artists, creators, how do you want to use your voice?Sat with @art_toronto a month and half into COVID-19, and while our world is now experiencing a new pain and trauma over this past weeks incidents with George Floyd, Regis, Amy Cooper