Category: News
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UPDATE – OCTOBER 2026
Hello Members , Just a brief update. Yesterday we hosted an ARTS AND CULTURAL ROUNDTABLE with organized by our local MP Karim Bardeesy with a variety of local participants including writers , performers , film producers , illustrators , musicans , art gallery representatives and other cultural workers. It was the first of its kind…
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GRANT WRITING WORKSHOP * Wednesday 18 November 7:00 – 8:30pm *
*With Peter Kingstone From the Toronto Arts Council* An opportunity to find out about writing grant applications to the Toronto arts Council with Peter Kingstone . This is a power point presentation with an opportunity for questions regarding your own applications . The workshop is in person and those attending must pre register at director@g1313.org…
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2026 FALL BULLETIN
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Call for Interns
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Curator Opportunity
Seeking curators with fresh ideas to work with the director of the gallery to put together four exhibitions in 2026 . Fees to be paid to the curator , artist and space paid for the two week exhibit . Candidates for this position should have some experience curating exhibitions , be connected to the art…
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Archivist Opportunity
Gallery 1313 is looking for an archivist to help organize an online platform with an archive of Gallery 1313’s 29 year history This is a part time contract position for persons with a background in work as an archivist . The person should have good communication and organizational skills . A knowledge of different…
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Gwen Tooth in Memoriam
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Gwen Tooth on April 20, 2025. Gwen was a talented artist, teacher, and mentor whose warmth and generosity inspired many. She taught adult art classes, juried local exhibitions, and actively supported the arts community. She earned a BFA from OCAD University (2005), a Fine Arts Certificate…
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A Home for Artists, A Hub for the Community: Gallery 1313’s Future in Parkdale
Decades ago, Gallery 1313 took over an old police station in Parkdale, turning what was once a place of authority into a home for artists, a space to grow, and a place where the Parkdale art community comes together. This artist-run space has always been about creativity, inclusivity, and making art accessible to everyone. Now,…
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John Ferri Featured in the Toronto Star
The work of member artist John Ferri, whose work was in the ‘Lockdown Show’ was featured in a full-page article in the Toronto Star
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Mona Bayati featured in the Toronto Star
Mona Bayati’s work, part of Gallery 1313’s 2020 Holiday Show, was featured in the Toronto Star, read the article here >>
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Alison Kruse featured in the Toronto Star
The work of Alison Kruse, part of Gallery 1313’s ‘Art Parkdale Fair International‘, was featured in the Toronto Star on November 21, 2020. Read it here >>
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‘Coming Home’ Show in the Toronto Star
Our ‘Coming Home’ show came to the attention of the Toronto Star and the work of Mikael Sandblom was chosen to be featured on Aug 29, 2020: See the entire ‘Coming Home’ show here >>
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Pandemic Portraits in the Toronto Star
The work of Holly Edwards was featured in the Toronto Star on June 13, 2020. Read the article here >>
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Covid Portraits Review in The Toronto Star
During the second installment, we a got a write-up in the Toronto Star, June 7th, 2020 issue: See the portrait shows here: Covid-19 Portraits I Covid-19 Portraits II Covid-19 Portraits III
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Portrait Show in Globe and Mail
Our Covid portrait shows have been a big success. Viewers and press have been quick to show their interest in the project. The first installment was featured on CBC radio and in the Globe and Mail. See the portrait shows here: Covid-19 Portraits I Covid-19 Portraits II Covid-19 Portraits III