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Current Exhibitions

Yolkless Press & Discovering Choices: Analogue Counterpart: A Riso Workshop

May 25 - August 28, 2022

Current Exhibitions

Teresa Tam: Seasons End Liquidation Shop

June 13 - October 16, 2022

Project Space

Current Exhibitions

Chloë Lum & Yannick Desranleau: The Garden of a Former House Turned Museum

July 23 - December 18, 2022

Current Exhibitions

Gailan Ngan: From The Studio Floor

July 23 - December 18, 2022

Current Exhibitions

Robin Arseneault: Falling Off The Log

July 23 - December 18, 2022

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Featured Exhibition

Yolkless Press & Discovering Choices: Analogue Counterpart: A Riso Workshop

May 25 - August 28, 2022

In the Bridge Space. Analogue Counterpart: A Riso Workshop features prints and zines created by Dani, Destiny, Erika, Hanah, Hannah, Kris, Sid, Sy, Troy, Zach and Zachary in a two-part, hands-on workshop led by Yolkless Press.

Featured Program

On Holding: In-Person Neighbourhood Walk and Clay Sculpture Workshop

August 13, 2022

In conjunction with Gailan Ngan’s current exhibition, From The Studio Floor, Esker Foundation presents: on holding, a workshop that acts as a reminder that materials are always held, because they will always land somewhere. Led by artist Lauren Chipeur, participants will use

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Opening of Summer/Fall Exhibitions: Robin Arseneault, Chloë Lum & Yannick Desranleau, Gailan Ngan & Teresa Tam
July 22, 2022
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Join us for the launch of our Summer/Fall 2022 exhibitions. All welcome! Friday 22 July, 7-9pm. Robin Arseneault: Falling Off The Log July 23 – December 18, 2022 Robin Arseneault’s work fights with itself. It is performative, provocative, and luxurious
In-Person Event: Artist-Led Exhibition Tour
July 23, 2022
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Join us for a tour with Esker Foundation’s current exhibiting artists. Exhibiting artists Robin Arseneault, Chloë Lum and Yannick Desranleau, and Gailan Ngan, will lead us on a tour through the gallery as they discuss work in their respective exhibitions:
In-Person Exhibition Tour with Robin Arseneault & Naomi Potter
August 18, 2022
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Artist Robin Arseneault and Curator Naomi Potter will give a tour of Arseneault’s exhibition, Falling Off The Log. Robin Arseneault’s work is performative, provocative, and luxurious one minute, and silly, self-deprecating, and raw the next. Central to her exhibition are
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Embracing our Imperfect Bodies: Adaptive Chair Yoga with Sharon Cavanagh
September 24, 2022
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Yoga and movement specialist Sharon Cavanagh will lead participants in a chair yoga experience inspired by, and surrounded by, sculptures and drawings featured in Robin Arseneault’s exhibition, Falling Off The Log. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome to
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In-Person Exhibition Tour with Robin Arseneault & Naomi Potter
October 13, 2022
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Artist Robin Arseneault and Curator Naomi Potter will give a tour of Arseneault’s exhibition, Falling Off The Log. Robin Arseneault’s work is performative, provocative, and luxurious one minute, and silly, self-deprecating, and raw the next. Central to her exhibition are
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Molly JF Caldwell | Collaborative Weaving – on display in the 4th floor galleries
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Download here the “How to Weave” instructions. This large-scale weaving is on view, located in Esker’s 4th floor galleries. Participants joined Project Space artist Molly JF Caldwell for an earth-friendly interactive workshop where they learnt how to transform old clothing,
EYE Youth Project | Creative Mindfulness Drawing
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Love drawing or doodling? Use it as a tool to calm your mind and body through mindfulness. Watch the video below: WHAT IS MINDFULNESS? Mindfulness is the ability to be connected to the present moment, and what you’re doing in >> read…

Mini Makers at Home | Pajaki Chandeliers
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Pajaki is a traditional Polish folk craft made from paper and rye straw. These mobile hangings date back to the 18th century when they were made by women in the countryside to decorate their homes, and scare away bad luck. >> read more
Mini Makers at Home | Nature Bracelets
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It’s a beautiful time of year to get outside and appreciate the magic of the natural world. For this activity, all you will need is some duck tape, some curiosity, and a sense of adventure! “Let’s use our breath, to >> read…