In the News: “Elbows Up” and Defending Canadian Culture Why we’re blowing a generational moment for Canadian culture We’re checking the origins of our groceries, but where’s the love for the sector that truly defines who we are? Barry Hertz, The Globe & MailOpinionOriginally published: October 17, 2025 “…Threatened with tariffs and annexation, Canadians have been urged, in the Prime Minister’s words, to accept ‘a new age, an age of economic nationalism and mercantilism.’ We need to protect our aerospace, lumber, energy, automotive and agricultural interests. We need to travel domestically and inspect the origins of our orange juice. But, despite early promises, Carney – and so many other leaders – have failed to genuinely support the one sector that makes Canada, well, Canadian: culture.” READ THE STORY
In the News: TOgether Through Art initiative highlights cultural events in Toronto Toronto Arts Council and Foundation are proud to be in the spotlight following the recent launch of TOgether Through Art, a city-wide initiative created in collaboration with the Office of Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow. Designed to highlight the power of the arts in building community, TOgether Through Art celebrates how local arts organizations bring people together, foster cultural understanding, and strengthen the social fabric of Toronto. This initiative has already been featured on CTV News and in Toronto Today and Now Toronto, drawing attention to a growing network of arts organizations putting on events throughout the city. Read/watch the coverage: CTV News Toronto Today Now Toronto TOgether Through Art features an ongoing listing of public arts events that promote connection, creativity, and inclusion. All Toronto-based arts and culture organizations offering programming that brings people together are encouraged to join. To see what’s on, check out our listing here. If you’re an arts organization and would like to learn more about the initiative and how to get involved, click here.