Multiple Perspectives on the Ward: A Conversation with Andrew Hunter, Anique Jordan, Arlene Chan, Paul Bishop, Daniel Panneton and Marisa Strom

Join us for a conversation that that explores diverse perspectives on the Ward, Toronto’s historic immigrant neighbourhood.

From growing up in Chinatown as a third-generation Chinese Canadian to understanding the Ward through the lens of Lawren Harris to recognizing how representations of the Ward often differed from reality, this discussion will highlight reoccurring and intertwined themes of gentrification, city building, and social justice in Toronto.

This event is free however space is limited, registration is required. This event is part of Myseum of Toronto’s Myseum Intersections festival, for more information and a full list of festival exhibits and events please visit www.myseumoftoronto.com/intersections.

Doors open at 6:00PM, panel discussion begins at 6:30PM.

Panelists: Arlene Chan, author and third-generation Chinese Canadian raised in Toronto’s Chinatown Andrew Hunter, Fredrik S. Eaton Curator, Canadian Art, Art Gallery of Ontario Anique Jordan, Artist Paul Bishop, Daniel Panneton & Marisa Strom, Curators of “The Ward: Representations and Realities, 1890-1950” at Campbell House Museum

Moderator: Britt Welter-Nolan, Director of Public Programs, Myseum of Toronto

Please note: due to the historic nature of the building, there is limited physical accessibility. A ramp leading to the backdoor provides access to the main floor, however there is no elevator or ramp to the upper or lower levels. Washrooms are located on the lower level and are not wheelchair accessible.

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