Stories

For Summer 2023, The Bentway invited the city to explore the overlooked nature of the Expressway through a constellation of free installations, performances, conversations and events.

Return to Annual Report 2023/24 Supporters Our work wouldn’t be possible without the growing family of city-builders who support The Bentway year-round. Staff We are a group of city-builders, civic animators, dreamers, and do-ers who work to unlock new opportunities for the Gardiner. Board Our senior volunteers guide the organization’s growth, sustainability, governance, fundraising, and […]

Return to Annual Report 2023/24 “This year, the organization navigated a challenging financial environment with resilience and determination – while building a clear path towards future expansion. I honestly couldn’t be happier to be part of such an amazing group — it’s the people here that truly make TheBentway shine!” – Tessa Chan, Controller (The […]

Return to Annual Report 2023/24 For winter 2023-24, we were pleased to welcome back neighbours and fun-seekers to The Bentway for ice skating, a new signature art installation, the return of Polar Bear Skate, free workshops, and more.  Winter @ The Bentway “It was my first winter at The Bentway! Managing ice skating was a […]

Return to Annual Report 2023/24 There was a lot to celebrate last year, including at some marquee events for Bentway friends, our neighbours, and our supporters. Here’s a look back at some of our favourite days and nights.  Beyond Concrete Opening Party Summer Block Party “What a treat to kick off the summer season in […]

Return to Annual Report 2023/24 “I’m immensely proud of our efforts across 2023 to put the organization’s sustainability learnings into action. We’ve been building on these successes through sector-wide convenings and publications about public art and sustainability, and in the commissioning of our future exhibitions.”  – Anna Gallagher-Ross, Senior Manager of Programming (The Bentway) Our […]

Return to Annual Report 2023/24 Fueled by recent successes like the completion of the Under Gardiner Public Realm Plan (UGPRP), The Bentway is leading an exciting next chapter for the Expressway. Here’s a recap of progress in 2023-24. Our Board Chair on how our work is flexing Toronto’s imagination “2023 was a year of true […]

Dave (Co-Executive Director) meets up with Deborah Wilson (VP, Communications and Public Affairs @ PortsToronto) and Nadia Dzula (Manager, Corporate and Community Programs @ Nieuport Aviation) to discuss our continued collaboration in the west waterfront neighbourhood. Though most often experienced as a linear public space moving east-west, our growing work is also prioritizing north-south connectivity […]

Dave (Co-Executive Director) and Manulife’s Joanna Marcovici celebrate the incredible start of a fruitful multi-year partnership  Through their Impact Agenda, Manulife is committed to empowering sustained health and well-being that supports the journey towards a better life, as well as accelerating a sustainable future for our planet. Like us, they recognize the link between our […]

In order to address the specific environmental challenges in public art, and in particular the presentation of temporary and durational works, The Bentway, with support from the Canada Council for the Arts, seeded the Public Art and Sustainability Initiative.  This collaborative partnership between a national network of fellow public art curators, organizations and public space […]

In delivering our Summer 2023 exhibition Beyond Concrete, we challenged ourselves to think and act carefully about sustainability. This pledge encouraged us to look at our work in new ways and resulted in some amazing achievements.   Responsible Sourcing:  Circular Material Life Cycle:  CO2 Emission Avoidance:  Sustainability Audit: Supporting emerging research practice:

“Toronto needs more Bentway!” – Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik Ilana (Co-Executive Director) and Deputy Mayor Malik reflect on the past year of working together. As City Councillor for Ward 10 (Spadina – Fort York) since 2023, Deputy Mayor Ausma Malik is a longtime fan and a deeply passionate champion of The Bentway’s work.  Bentway Co-Executive Director, […]

“2023 was a year of true momentum for us; The Bentway has hit its stride.” – Daniel Shearer, Board Chair   Jessie, our Manager of Fundraising & Partnerships, recently sat down with Daniel to talk about what makes The Bentway so special to him.  JF: Can you start by telling us why you got involved with The […]