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Founded in 1998, the Toronto Friends of the Visual Arts is an independent, membership based, non-profit organization that promotes knowledge of the visual arts to its members through an extensive education program, and provides support and recognition for artistic achievement to artists and art organizations in the Greater Toronto Area.
Our mission is to encourage excellence and creativity by supporting up-and-coming artists and art organizations. Annually, we recognize significant achievements in our arts community with our prizes.
If you wish to make a donation to the Toronto Friends of the Visual Arts you may do so here through TorontoFoundation.ca. A tax receipt will be issued.
TFVA Tribute Night 2019; photo James Donald
In 1998 a small group of energetic, like-minded Toronto residents dedicated to the flourishing arts scene formed TFVA as an independent, non-profit organization.
Learn MoreSandy Bay Residential School Series, Oilstick on paper, 2009, Image courtesy of the McMichael Canadian Collection
We salute our annual award winners who represent wide and diverse communities in the visual arts.
See MorePosted Feb 8th, 2025 • 5 min read
Dear Members, Artist Prize Winners 2025 I am very pleased to announce this year’s Artist Prize winner and two finalists. You [...]
Posted Jan 27th, 2025 • 6 min read
Program Update January 2025 In this Issue Zoom LECTURE SERIES February 18, 25, March 4—10AM REMINDER Onsite Gallery—January 30, 11AM LOOKING AHEAD ROM [...]
Posted Jan 21st, 2025 • 3 min read
Happy New Year! Our prize winners are celebrating and celebrated, with awards and exhibitions in and around Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and internationally. [...]