Women's Art Association of Canada

Women's Art Association of Canada Founded in 1887 to advance arts in education, appreciation and support women artists + craftswomen in Canada. $6 - $400

Located in Toronto's Yorkville area, WAAC offers annual scholarships, houses two galleries, a stunning library, and a lush garden.

🎨 Calling All Young Artists!🎨The Women’s Art Association of Canada is excited to announce Next Generation 2026, an exhib...
06/04/2026

🎨 Calling All Young Artists!🎨

The Women’s Art Association of Canada is excited to announce Next Generation 2026, an exhibition celebrating the creativity and imagination of artists aged 17 and under.

This year’s theme, Be Kind to the World, invites young artists to explore kindness, community, nature, friendship, and the positive impact we can have on the world around us.

✨ Open to all young artists ages 17 and under
✨ All mediums welcome
✨ Submit up to 3 artworks
✨ Every artist will have at least one artwork featured in the exhibition

Made possible through the generous support of the Victor Tung Foundation.

Visit the link in our bio for full details and submission information.

Join us for Doors Open this Saturday May 23 and Sunday May 24 at the WAAC! With musical performances, artist demonstrati...
05/21/2026

Join us for Doors Open this Saturday May 23 and Sunday May 24 at the WAAC! With musical performances, artist demonstrations, book sales and activities for all ages!

05/21/2026

Join us for Doors Open Toronto on May 23 & 24 at Women’s Art Association of Canada (WAAC) in our historic home at 23 Prince Arthur Ave., and explore our two galleries, extensive library, artist studios, and our lush gardens. The house will be filled with family-friendly activities.

From sculptures and painting to richly layered mixed media works, step into the Artist Studios - which is only open during DOORS OPEN - and get a glimpse of inspiration and meet the artists behind the art. 🎨

 .sculptor   .srinivas___

As part of the CONTACT Photography Festival, the Women’s Art Association of Canada invites you to a special screening of...
05/07/2026

As part of the CONTACT Photography Festival, the Women’s Art Association of Canada invites you to a special screening of Photos by Kirk, followed by a discussion with director Jamie Day Fleck.
This documentary tells the story of Kourken Hovsepian (professionally known as Kirk), an Armenian Genocide survivor who immigrated to the United States in 1920 and became a community photographer in the Bronx. From the 1920s to the 1970s, Kirk documented weddings, bar mitzvahs, confirmations, and countless celebrations, creating an intimate record of New York City’s diverse communities.

After the screening, stay for a Q&A with director Jamie Day Fleck to learn more about Kirk’s remarkable story and the legacy of his photographs.

Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Doors Open: 1 PM
Screening: 1:30 – 2 PM
Q&A: 2 – 2:30 PM

Location:
Dignam Gallery
Women’s Art Association of Canada
23 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto

MOMents is making the news ✨Today, WAAC member Paulina Constancia was featured on CBC’s q with Tom Power, where she spok...
04/30/2026

MOMents is making the news ✨

Today, WAAC member Paulina Constancia was featured on CBC’s q with Tom Power, where she spoke about her journey and what led to the creation of this deeply personal body of work.

MOMents is a reflective collection that honours the quiet, powerful, and often unseen labour of care—offered by mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, mentors, and nurturing figures whose presence leaves a lasting imprint on our lives.

Come experience the work in person and see it for yourself. Join the artist at her opening reception this Saturday, May 2, from 1–4 PM.

You can also take part in her Mother’s Day feature workshop, Stitched MOMents, on May 5 (link to register in bio).

Come join the studio family at WAAC!Available Studio for RentLocated on the 3rd floor (walk-up), this bright 225 sq ft s...
04/23/2026

Come join the studio family at WAAC!
Available Studio for Rent

Located on the 3rd floor (walk-up), this bright 225 sq ft studio is full of natural light and character. Ideal for an individual artist or can be shared between two members.

$900/month inclusive (membership not included)

Benefits include:
Annual studio shows in the Dignam Gallery
Dedicated studio access (including outside gallery hours)
Part of a vibrant studio community

Located in Toronto’s historic Yorkville neighbourhood, the Women’s Art Association of Canada is housed in a 19th-century building with a formal garden. The main entrance opens into the Dignam Gallery, which hosts exhibitions, receptions, talks, and special events, as well as private rentals and community programming.

Studio renters must provide proof of insurance prior to move-in.

Interested?

Email [email protected] or call 416-922-2060 (Tue–Fri, 11 AM–5 PM) to book a tour.

Address

23 Prince Arthur Avenue
Toronto, ON
M5R1B2

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+14169222060

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