TOAF Celebrates 65 Years With Don’t Look Back Exhibition
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair (TOAF) is marking its 65th anniversary with a new off-site exhibition titled Don’t Look Back, presented at Koffler301 in Toronto’s west end.
The exhibition runs from June 25 to July 19, 2026, and is curated by David Liss. It forms part of TOAF’s anniversary programming, which also includes the Fair’s return to Nathan Phillips Square from July 10 to 12.
A Contemporary Focus for a Milestone Year
Rather than presenting a historical overview, Don’t Look Back focuses on current artistic practice. The exhibition highlights how artists respond to the present moment and how creative work continues to evolve within changing cultural conditions.
The title references the 1967 documentary Don’t Look Back, a work often associated with artistic transition and shifting perspectives. That idea informs the exhibition’s approach: looking at how the present shapes the future of artistic expression.
Artists Working Across Disciplines and Practices
The exhibition brings together artists from the GTA and other regions, presenting a range of approaches across visual art, performance, and interdisciplinary practice.
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Featured participants include:
- Yaw Tony
- Melcolm Beaulieu
- Ross Bonfonti
- Philip Cote
- Neltje Green
- Jenn Goodwin and Sarah Doucet
- Svava Thordis Juliusson
- Kaeja Dance
- Anu Kalra
- Joel Luckombo
- Heidi Strauss
- V Vallières
- Matthew Walton
- Jes Young
- And others
Together, the works reflect TOAF’s ongoing expansion beyond traditional exhibition formats into broader contemporary practice.
Media Preview Access
A media preview will take place on Thursday, June 25, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
During this time, media will be able to tour the exhibition and access interviews with participating artists and curators.
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Available interview subjects include:
- Curator David Liss
- TOAF Executive and Creative Director Anahita Azrahimi
- Featured artists from the exhibition
B-roll and photography are permitted throughout the space, including walkthroughs, installation details, and behind-the-scenes interactions.
Camera Call Details
Date: Thursday, June 25
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Koffler301, 180 Shaw St, Toronto, ON
TOAF at 65 Years
Toronto Outdoor Art Fair is Canada’s long-running juried outdoor art fair, presenting contemporary artists in public space each year.
For its 65th anniversary, TOAF expands its programming with both off-site exhibitions and its flagship outdoor fair at Nathan Phillips Square, bringing together hundreds of artists and thousands of visitors across Toronto.
Media Contact: Matthew Hanick -matthew@dmpublic.com
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