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Futurists gather in Toronto for unique conference

OCAD U is partnering with the Association of Professional Futurists to co-host the conference, “The Futures of Creativity and Compassion,” in August.

June 23, 2025

Onsite Gallery debuts new retrospective and photographic mural

Opening reception celebrates first major retrospective of award-winning artist Rosalie Favell’s photography.

June 19, 2025

Celebrating the contributions of Caroline Langill, Vice-President, Academic and Provost

Colleagues gathered to celebrate Dr. Caroline Langill’s leadership and contributions as she concludes her term as Vice-President, Academic and Provost.

June 19, 2025

Convocation celebrates Class of 2024-25

1,086 graduands crossed the stage on June 13 at Roy Thomson Hall.

June 17, 2025

Jaime Watt renewed as OCAD U Chancellor

Watt’s reappointment for a second four-year term was approved unanimously by the University’s Board of Governors.

June 17, 2025

An extraordinary evening in support of OCAD U students

OCAD U’s inaugural gala brought together more than 250 guests for an inspiring evening of art, celebration and generosity, raising $385,000 to support student bursaries.

June 10, 2025

Events and exhibitions happening at OCAD U

Accessible Digital Experience Design & Korean Visual Culture VR Expo 2025

Cross-Sensory Interaction Design & Korean Visual Culture VR Expo 2025

June 27, 2025 2 p.m. - June 29, 2025 5 p.m.

The Great Hall

Opening Reception: June 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Exhibition dates: June 28-29, 2:00 - 5:00pm
Venue: The Great Hall, MCA 270 - 100 McCaul St.

Exhibition

Curatorial Tour with Ryan Rice Part I

July 23, 2025 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Onsite Gallery (RHD)

Join us for an exciting curatorial tour of Rosalie Favell | Belonging (1982 - 2024) and Facing the Camera: TSÍ TKARÒN:TO

Talk

Artists performs walking around a self-made labyrinth with a mental sculpture draped around his shoulders.

Ignite Gallery Presents: 4th Annual Installation Award Exhibition

May 7, 2025 12 a.m. - August 12, 2025 11:59 p.m.

Ignite Gallery

Opening Reception: May 7, 6:00 PM
Performance: May 7, 7:00 PM
Location: Ignite Gallery, 100 McCaul Street, second floor

Exhibition

Yes, And…

April 14, 2025 12 a.m. - September 27, 2025 11:59 p.m.

113Research Project Gallery

Exhibition at 113 Research

Exhibition

Artwork by Rosalie Favell: Left: Rosalie Favell, Terri, Facing the Cameria, NIGIG Residency Toronto, 2016, photograph, dimensions variable. Image courtesy of the artist. Right: Rosalie Favell, Tom, Facing the Cameria, NIGIG Residency Toronto, 2016, photograph, dimensions variable. Image courtesy of the artist.

Rosalie Favell: Facing the Camera: TSÍ TKARÒN:TO

May 1, 2025 12 a.m. - November 30, 2025 11:59 p.m.

Onsite Gallery (RHD)

Facing the Camera: TSÍ TKARÒN:TO is presented in conjunction with Onsite Gallery’s touring exhibition Rosalie Favell | Belonging (1982–2024) and is a 2025 Core Program with the CONTACT Photography Festival.

Exhibition

Artwork by Rosalie Favell: Rosalie Favell, My first day of assimulation, 1996 (remastered 2024) from the series From An Early Age. Image courtesy of the artist.

Rosalie Favell | Belonging (1982-2024)

June 18, 2025 12 a.m. - December 6, 2025 11:59 p.m.

Onsite Gallery (RHD)

Belonging is the first retrospective of renowned Red River Metis artist Rosalie Favell, showcasing a powerful curated selection of her lens-based works from 1982 to 2024.

Exhibition