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OCAD U marks 150th anniversary with 150 fully funded scholarships

The 150 FUTURES initiative launches with two $1 million leadership gifts, one from Nancy McCain and Bill Morneau, and one from John and Jan MacIntyre.

October 20, 2026

GOG award winners and shortlist includes many OCAD U alums, faculty members

The Galeries Ontario Galleries recently announced the Personnel Award winners, including alum January Paige who won the Changemaker BIPOC Award.

November 11, 2026

OCAD U and SickKids unite art and science to explore children’s health

Debut joint exhibition pairs scientific images with artworks, offering new perspectives on the research shaping the future of health care.

November 9, 2026

Foresight initiative supports artists and creatives in building thriving careers

An open call has been issued for artists and creatives to participate in workshops where they will explore foresight tools to help them shape their future.

November 6, 2026

From AI to wearable tech to inclusive design: seed grants support OCAD U researchers

Six OCAD U researchers have received SSHRC Explore Research Seed Grants to support their projects.

November 3, 2026

Expanding global partnerships with Philippine arts and academic institutions

A recent visit by leaders from Philippine academic and arts institutions highlighted the role of transnational relationships in connecting creative communities and fostering cultural diplomacy.

October 29, 2026

Events and exhibitions happening at OCAD U

Person standing in a forest with a bright red piece of fabric trailing behind them

Skennen'kó:wa ken? Do you carry great peace?

September 5, 2026 12 a.m. - November 15, 2026 11:59 p.m.

Off Campus

Canada Pavilion at the Lee KangHa Art Museum as part of the Gwangju Biennale September 5 to November 15, 2026

Exhibition

Making It poster: Max Dean and Micah Lexier

MAKING IT! series: Max Dean X Micah Lexier

November 17, 2026 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Main Building & Rosalie Sharp Centre for Design (MCA)

MAKING IT! is an interview series hosted by OCAD U students and alumni that explores the realities of the professional art world and what it takes to build a sustainable career as a working artist.

Event

Unseen Worlds - Revealing the science of healthier futures

November 16, 2026 12 a.m. - November 27, 2026 11:59 p.m.

The Great Hall

Art and science weave together in a new exhibition presented by SickKids Research Institute and OCAD University.

Exhibition

OCAD U Gallery Crawl 2026

November 28, 2026 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

The Great Hall

Join us on free guided tours of five galleries across campus.

Exhibition

Speculative Worlds

November 17, 2026 12 a.m. - November 29, 2026 11:59 p.m.

Ada Slaight Student Gallery

Collaborative and group artworks from students in Life Studies Courses: 2001 Worlding and World-Making and Life 3001 Speculative Bodies.

Exhibition

PRiNT: A Celebration of Canadian Printmaking

November 18, 2026 12 a.m. - December 4, 2026 11:59 p.m.

Off Campus

Bringing together print-based artists from across Canada, PRiNT will showcase the excitement, enthusiasm, and collaboration that lives in this artistic medium.

Exhibition