Artists in Flux: Community, Space, Gentrification

A free forum about the state of the neighborhood, the role of artists in communities, and impacts of the affordability crisis on creatives.

By Parkdale Residents Association

Date and time

Saturday, November 23 · 2 - 5pm EST

Location

Epiphany and St. Mark, Parkdale

201 Cowan Avenue Toronto, ON M6K 2N7 Canada

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

Event lasts 3 hours

This forum will explore the critical role of artists in evolving neighbourhoods, focusing on the challenges of housing affordability, gentrification, and the creation of sustainable spaces for creatives. The event will bring together artists, policymakers, community leaders, and advocates to engage in thoughtful dialogue around these pressing issues.

Speakers include:

ZANETTE SINGH - CUE Art Rrojects

OLIVER PAUK - AKIN Collective

SASHA PIERCE - 1313 Tenants Association

ANGELA MOLINA - Triangle Lofts Tenants Association

ERELLA GANON - Community + Cultural Spaces Trust

MIKE LABBÉ - Home Opportunities

PAT TOBIN - City of Toronto, Economic Development & Culture Division

GRACE GALVEZ – Co-ordinator, Co-operative Housing Federation Toronto

Tapestry Community Capital and MORE

All are welcome to this FREE event. Light refreshments will be served. We kindly suggest a donation of $10 if you are able.

Co-hosted by Parkdale Residents Association and The Epiphany and St. Mark Anglican Church.

Organized by

Parkdale Residents Association