TD Bank Group Champions Arts in the Parks 

Toronto Arts Foundation and TD Bank Group are working together to break down financial, geographic, language and access barriers to the arts by offering Torontonians a culturally diverse range of free, family-friendly arts experiences in parks across Toronto through Arts in the Parks.

Sponsor Story: Greenwin 

Greenwin has made accessing event information easier as Arts in the Parks’ Digital Sponsor.

Sponsor Story: RBC Foundation 

RBC's partnership with Toronto Arts Foundation provides newcomer artists with micro-awards, mentorships and entrepreneurial workshops.

Spotlight: Richard Paquet 

Richard Paquet is a proud donor, arts supporter, Board Member, and the Individual Committee Chair for the Toronto Arts Foundation. We asked Richard to share with us some of the reasons why he believes the arts are vital to both Toronto and to the larger global community.

Spotlight: Laurence & Judy Siegel 

Laurence and Judy Siegel recently bestowed a financial gift to the Toronto Arts Foundation, to celebrate the honourees of the Emerging Artist Award.

Nominations open! 

Deadline: October 15, 2019

The RBC Arts Access Award is designed to support newcomer artists in Toronto. The funds range from $500 to $1500 to support costs associated with arts projects such as artist fees, art supplies, equipment rental, space rental and food costs for a workshop or event. This award also supports professional development, training and mentorship requests for newcomer artists looking to improve their skills in working with community.