The Yonge + St. Clair BIA exists to represent its thriving and storied business community. It’s our job to promote, grow and give voice to our inspiring membership.  In our work, we seek to draw upon the feedback of our constituent business owners, employees, residents, and visitors to help foster community in Yonge + St. Clair and continue to transform the area into a beautiful, livable and economically vibrant neighbourhood. 

This year we plan to review and update the BIA’s strategic plan to continue supporting local business and property owners. We want to hear from you.

In 2019, we created a Strategic Plan to accomplish several key goals with the ultimate purpose of establishing a framework to aid us as we strive to make Yonge + St. Clair a community of growth and success.

These goals were to: 

+ Review the context within which the Yonge + St. Clair BIA was working at the time
+ Identify key insights provided to us by the constituents of Yonge + St. Clair
+ Define the core vision and values of the Yonge + St. Clair BIA
+ Establish broad strategic objectives for our BIA to strive towards

You can review the 2019-2022 Strategic Plan here. 

This year we seek to update the Strategic Plan to better suit both present and future constituents of Yonge + St. Clair. While our key goals remain the same, our updated Strategic Plan will identify and adapt to the shifting contexts, community needs and available resources in Yonge + St. Clair. These considerations will be considered as we develop a formalized economic development process to expand upon our work and make Yonge + St. Clair a community that works for everyone. 

The questions at the core of the development of our updated Strategic Plan are:

+ How do we envision the Yonge + St. Clair of the future?
+ How has Yonge + St. Clair changed since we last outlined our vision?
+ What strategies have proved successful in our work?
+ Where are our resources best spent in improving our community? 

We want this plan to work for you

As we set forth to create this updated Strategic Plan, we are seeking your input on how to best approach these questions and create a plan that incorporates your feedback on our vision for the future of Yonge + St. Clair. In order to accommodate the varying needs and availability of our community, we have created a variety of options to enable your participation in this process. 

+ Respond to the Updated Strategic Plan Survey for all Yonge + St. Clair member businesses and property owners to have your say: Click here to complete the survey
+ Attending our Virtual Kickoff Meeting at 9AM on Monday, October 30th, 2023. RSVP by emailing [email protected]
+ Attending one of our in-person BIA drop-in sessions at the 55 St. Clair Avenue West Lobby:

+ Reserving a 1-on-1 chat with our Staff. Please email Louroz Mercader [email protected] or Tim Lam [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!

CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Art Installations for DesignTO Festival 2024
January 19 – 28, 2024

DEADLINE: Sunday, September 24, 2023 – 11:59 PM EST

Overview

The Yonge + St. Clair BIA  is seeking proposals for medium to large scale office lobby art installations as part of the 2024 DesignTO Festival – the largest cultural celebration of design in Canada with over 100 exhibitions and events forming Toronto’s design week. The Yonge + St. Clair BIA welcomes visual artists, sculptors, designers, architects, and others to submit proposals of all mediums.

Duration

10 days • January 19 – 28, 2024

Exhibit Areas

• 2 St. Clair W, Lobby – 1 piece (Location image)
• 12 St. Clair E Concourse – 1 piece (Location image)
• 40 St. Clair W, Lobby – 1 piece (Location image)
• 95 St. Clair W, Lobby – 1 piece (Location image)
• Or additional, similar lobbies (Location Image)

Power supply, or additional operational and infrastructure assistance may be provided on-site at the discretion of the review panel. These sites are deemed accessible in terms of accessibility features.

Budget

Artists will receive a $3000-$5000 budget per installation piece (includes artist fee and the cost of supplies/materials) to support the production of their piece. If you are submitting existing pieces, the budget is still valid. In your proposal, please provide a breakdown of your budget. 

NOTE: Applicants can submit proposals for multiple exhibit areas, however, it is not guaranteed that the panel will select all works together. The panel may only select 1 of your submitted pieces.

Criteria

+ Submit your proposal pieces specifically for the various above installation addresses.
+ Large scale pieces are strongly encouraged

+ Pieces must fill aim to fill all spaces appropriately

+ Artists retain ownership of their work after the exhibition period

+ Artist must handle all associated costs for installation and de-installation. 

+ Please indicate in your proposal whether site modifications, site engineering, or lifts are anticipated for your installation including but not limited to: any hanging equipment requiring ceiling or wall space, drilling, scaffolding, and/or other site infrastructure. 

+ Please indicate whether you will have availability to meet on-site at Yonge and St. Clair between October 7 to December 1, 2023.

+ If you or a member of your team will be working at heights you must provide a copy of a valid license or certification.

Eligibility

Preference for sculptural and/or interactive medium to large-scale pieces. Preference also given to artists who are available in Toronto or the Greater Toronto Area to plan and collaborate locally at select sites ahead of the installation dates.

Site Tours

Applicants are encouraged to independently visit the installation exhibit locations during publicly accessible hours. Office lobbies are open to the public Monday – Friday 9AM – 5PM, and 12 St. Clair E: 10AM – 8PM.

Please submit any inquiries regarding site details to [email protected] 

Project Timeline

• September 25, 2023 at 9:00 AM EST – Proposals due
• October 2, 2023 – Artists selected and contracts awarded
• October 6, 2023 – Artist submission sent to DesignTO for program inclusion
• October 7, 2023 – December 1, 2023 – Artist and site team planning and coordination meetings 
• October 20, 2023 – Artist statement and description sent to DesignTO for publication
• January 15-18, 2024 – Installation period
• January 28, 2024 – Last day of exhibit and removal 

Proposal Package Requirements

1. Cover Letter: including your name, telephone number, email, project title, and 100-word artist bio.
2. Proposal and Budget: renderings/sketches of the proposed pieces. If the pieces are already produced, dimensions and high-resolution photos of the works are required.
3. Current Resume: include prior relevant education, work experience, exhibition history, and awards.

Submit and email your proposal to [email protected] with Subject Line: “DesignTO 2024 – Art Proposal” by Sunday September 24, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST. 

Thursday, August 24th – Sunday, August 27th

4 back-to-back evenings of FREE themed outdoor games, activities and contests from 4:30PM onwards, all followed by an outdoor movie screening at 8:00pm.

HOW TO ATTEND: All games, activities and contests will be accessible to all on a walk-in basis. However, due to limited seating space, RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL MOVIE SCREENINGS. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before 8pm in order to find a seat and avoid disrupting the movie for other attendees.

LOCATION: 1505 Yonge Street. Access via Wally Crouter Walkway on the East side of Yonge Street, next to Shoppers Drug Mart. Click here to view the location through Google Maps.

SCHEDULE

THURSDAY, AUGUST 24TH

Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986): A popular high school student, admired by his peers, decides to take a day off from school, and goes to extreme lengths to it pull off…

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

FRIDAY, AUGUST 25TH

Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl (2003): Blacksmith Will Turner teams up with eccentric pirate “Captain” Jack Sparrow to save his love, the governor’s daughter, from Jack’s former pirate allies.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

SATUDAY, AUGUST 26TH

The Wizard of Oz (1939): One of the most watched films of all time, follow young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto as they’re swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz, and embark on a quest with three new friends.

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

SUNDAY, AUGUST 27TH

The Lion King (1994): a young lion prince flees his kingdom only to learn the true meaning of responsibility and bravery

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

EATS

We encourage you to help support local businesses by visiting one of these Yonge + St. Clair restaurants for dinner before the screening at 8pm. Bonus points for trying somewhere you haven’t been yet!

Click on each link to see info about location, menus and hours. 

Ambiyan

Barnsteiners Restaurant

Boccone Deli & Pizza Bar 

Buca Cucina

Brownes Bistro

Capocaccia Trattoria

Daeco Sushi

Gatherings Resto Bar

Holy Chuck Burgers

Kofuku Sushi

Mary Be Kitchen

Maison Tribe

Megumi Mazesoba

Playa Cabana Taqueria

Shenanigans Pub + Patio

Twisted Indian Wraps

Ultra Restaurant & Supper Club

Union Social Eatery

Zelden’s Deli and Desserts

FAQ: 

What should I do if I can no longer attend the screening I reserved?

• Due to the demand and popularity of this event series, if for any reason you can’t attend your reserved day, we encourage you to cancel your reservation so another guest can attend. Alternatively, you may wish to transfer your reservation to a friend. To do this, click Your Profile Name > My Tickets > Scroll down to your ticket > Click More Info > Choose to Cancel Order or Transfer Ticket. 

Can I bring food and drinks? 

• Yes. You are welcome to bring food, snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, although there will be popcorn and cotton candy available at the event. As well, we encourage you to bring a full reusable water bottle so as to minimize plastic waste. 

Can I bring alcohol?

• No. LIVE at Yonge + St. Clair is not licensed to allow for the consumption of alcohol on the premises.

Will there be washrooms on site?

• Yes. Washrooms will be available on site.

What else will you be doing to make this event accessible? 

• The Yonge + St. Clair BIA has endeavoured to consider accessibility needs at every stage of the planning process and anticipates an event that is accessible to all. Volunteers will be available to assist individuals in need of support. If you have specific questions or concerns related to accessibility please do not hesitate to contact [email protected]. 

What will happen if it rains?

• If we experience significant rain during the event, then the movie screening will be cancelled. If the movie is cancelled on Thursday, Friday or Saturday then we will endeavour to secure space for attendees to attend one of the next movie screenings. If we are forced to cancel Sunday’s movie screening then we will unfortunately not be able to provide an alternative screening for attendees. 

Will the event be pet-friendly

• Yes. The event is pet-friendly, however, dogs must be kept on leash at all times. 

Is smoking permitted?

• No. Smoking and vaping are not permitted on the premises. 

Will there be seating provided for the movie screenings?

• Yes. However, if you would prefer to bring blankets or your own seating, you are more than welcome to.

How should I travel to the event?

By Subway:

• Line 1 – Yonge-University with a stop at St. Clair Station. Exit at North East corner of Yonge St & St. Clair Ave and walk North on Yonge St. 

By Streetcar:

• The 512 streetcar runs along St. Clair Avenue with stops at Avenue Road, Deer Park Road, and St. Clair Station. Exit at North East corner of Yonge St & St. Clair Ave and walk North on Yonge St. 

By Bus:

• The 88 – South Leaside bus arrives at St. Clair Station from the Wicksteed Avenue and Thorncliffe Park Drive area. Exit at North East corner of Yonge St & St. Clair Ave and walk North on Yonge St. 

By Bike:

• City of Toronto cycling routes include Rosehill and Avoca, and Heath St W and Lonsmount.

By Car:

• The area can be accessed via Yonge Street or St. Clair Avenue, with access via Mt. Pleasant Road in the east, Rosedale Valley Road in the South via the Don Valley Parkway, and via the Chaplin Crescent connection and the Allen Road Expressway.

Where can I park? 

• 21 Pleasant Blvd –  $3.00 / half hour
• 30 Alvin Ave – $3.50 / half hour
• 20 Delisle Ave – $3.00 / half hour
• 30 St. Clair W – $2.00 / half hour 

If you have any other questions or concerns about the event, please reach out to [email protected].

See you soon!

Explore the Colourway

Step into the rainbow. Colourway is only open until July 7, 2023. This all-original pedestrian walkway is constructed from 5000+ upcycled pool noodles and celebrates a month of joy, community and connection.

This colourful public landmark is one of Toronto’s most unique summer photo spots. FREE for all to visit. Find it at 1479 Yonge St., directly in front of the Loblaws (click to see Google Maps location).

Designed and built by Gensler and programmed by the Yonge + St. Clair BIA, this installation is created from 5000+ upcycled pool noodles diverted from reaching landfills.

Colourway will celebrate Pride Month with festivities in collaboration with Pride Toronto. We are proud to support our LGBTQ+ community with the vision of a more accepting, loving world inclusive of everyone.

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Free Programming in June at Colourway

+ Launch event | June 1, 3PM -5PM
+ Free weekly live music + programming | Every Thursday 12 Noon – 1PM and 430PM – 530PM
+ $1000 in prizes, Social Media Contests | June 1 – July 7
+ $400 in prizes, Golden Ticket Hunt | Every Saturday in June
+ Pride Week activations | Last Week of June
+ Bold, colourful photo op | Visit any time June 1 – July 7
+ Free to all to visit!

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📸 Share Your Photos of Colourway to Win!

There are two fun ways to win with Colourway this season between June 1 – July 7, 2023!
Join the Social Media Contest and/or Golden Ticket Hunt.

Photo cred: Instagram, @angel_limst

Social Media Contest | 2 x $500 Prizes 📲

1) Snap an original photo, selfie or group with the Colourway located at 1479 Yonge St. between June 1 – July 7 2023.
2) Share your photo on Instagram with hashtag #thecolourway, follow @yongestclair and tag @yongestclair.
3) On July 7, 2023 the post with the most likes will be eligible to win a $500 credit to 2 (two) Yonge + St. Clair businesses / services of the winner’s choice.
4) On July 7, 2023 a second winner of the $500 credit to 2 (two) Yonge + St. Clair businesses will also be determined by random draw among all eligible entries.

Golden Ticket Hunt | 4 x $100 Prizes 🎟️ | Saturdays Only

1) Every Saturday throughout June 2023, the first 50 visitors to the Colourway will be eligible for a chance to win a golden ticket prize worth $100 in local store credit to a business or local service of their choice.
2) Snap an original photo, selfie or group pic with the Colourway located at 1479 Yonge St.
3) Share your photo on Instagram with hashtag #thecolourway, follow @yongestclair and tag @yongestclair. 
4) Complete this questionnaire: Complete the Online Questionnaire
5) Show your completed questionnaire in-store at the listed storefronts below to pick up 1 (one) mystery envelope. Make sure you are the visiting correct store on the correct date.
6) Limit 1 envelope per entrant each Saturday. There is only 1 (one) golden ticket per Saturday to be won among all participating storefronts. The winner will be announced publicly each week. Envelopes are available only while quantities last. No prior notice will be given publicly if no envelopes remain. See in-store for availability.

Additional Contest Details: Only 1 post per user account will be accepted as an entry to the above contests. Yonge + St. Clair BIA reserves the right to determine a winner to preserve the integrity, spirit and eligibility of contest submissions. By submitting a photo you agree to the repurposing of your photos for public marketing materials to promote the event and neighbourhood. Entrants under the age of 18 must submit written permission from their parents or legal guardian in the event they are declared a winner.

Golden Ticket Hunt | Storefront Envelope Locations

Saturday June 3, 2023 | 2 LOCATIONS: Salon Scavo (1470 Yonge St) and Paw Mart (1402 Yonge St.)
Saturday June 10, 2023 | 1 LOCATION: Megumi Mazesoba (46 St. Clair East)
Saturday June 17, 2023 | 1 LOCATION: The Health Shoppe (1378 Yonge St.)
Saturday June 24, 2023 | Coming Soon!

Live Shows | Thursday Schedule | Located at Colourway 📍1479 Yonge St.

Every Thursday throughout June 2023, between 12 Noon – 1PM and 430PM – 530PM enjoy free live perfomances at the Colourway.

Schedule of Performances

Yonge St.Thursday June 1, 2023 | Launch Event, 3PM – 5PM

Thursday June 8, 2023 | 12PM – 1PM | POSTPONED due to Air Quality Index
Thursday June 8, 2023 | 430PM – 530PM | POSTPONED due to Air Quality Index

Thursday June 15, 2023 | 12PM – 1PM| POSTPONED due to rain forecast
Thursday June 15, 2023 | 430PM – 530PM | POSTPONED due to rain forecast

Thursday June 22, 2023 | 12PM – 1PM | Dylan Hennessy, Vocals + Song Looper
Thursday June 22, 2023 | 430PM – 530PM | Mauve, Singer + Song Writer 

Thursday June 29, 2023 | 12PM – 1PM | Coming Soon!
Thursday June 29, 2023 | 430PM – 530PM | Singing Out, LGBTQ Choir

Thursday July 6, 2023 | 12PM – 1PM | Coming Soon!
Thursday July 6, 2023 | 430PM – 530PM | Inkloosiv Voices, Gospel RnB Choir

Stay Connected to the Neighbourhood

Follow us on social media to stay up to date with what’s going on at Yonge + St. Clair and get the inside scoop. You can follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Special Thanks

Gensler | Design and Build

Choice REIT | Site Partner

Slate Asset Management | Site Partner

Colliers | Resource + Staff Support

Are you looking to explore a role for a summer job position in the world of marketing and events?

This position is a part of the Canada Summer Jobs Program with funding provided by Service Canada. Candidates must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment (June 1, 2023). Candidates must also be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred for the duration of employment; and have a valid SIN. 

Yonge + St. Clair Business Improvement Area 

Marketing and Events Assistant 

Application Deadline: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 5:00 pm EST 

Salary: $18/hour 

Terms: Part-Time, 24 hours/week 

3-month contract: June 1 – August 31, 2023 

About 

The Yonge + St. Clair BIA was formed in 2018 and is currently Toronto’s newest BIA. The organization exists to drive community initiatives, plan streetscape and economic development improvements, and execute local programs and events for the over 450 businesses and over 14,000 employees in the district. 

Opportunity 

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing and Events Assistant will be responsible for the successful execution of marketing initiatives, together with the planning, organization, and implementation of event programming. 

Working closely with the Director of Operations, you’ll also provide key support for events and cultural programming including the planning of art installations, summer activations, tactical events, partnerships, and more.You will support the execution of the digital marketing strategy through social media channels, blog posts, web updates, and newsletters. 

Responsibilities 

• Supporting the management of our social media profiles (Instagram, Twitter and Facebook)
• Updating the BIA website, business directory and blog articles (yongestclair.ca) ● Maintaining and updating the membership database 
• Distributing email newsletters using Mailchimp
• Assisting with the design of print and digital collateral
• Interfacing with the local business community for ongoing marketing efforts ● Supporting the summer line up of special events, activations and promotions ● Managing and owning special projects as assigned 
• Attending and presenting at monthly meetings of the Marketing + Events Committee

Required Skills and Qualifications 

• Post-secondary degree or working towards a degree in marketing, digital media, public relations, event planning or or other relevant training 
• Strong computer skills; proficient in G-Suite apps by Google Cloud, Microsoft, Mailchimp, and social media, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Experience with creating TikToks is an asset. 
• Superior communication; written, oral and interpersonal skills with the ability to work and communicate effectively with various stakeholders at a professional level. ● Organized self-starter, creative, with a results-oriented mindset. 
• Willing to work on a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as required for the completion of key project coordination goals. 

Apply 

Submit a cover letter and resume with the subject line “Marketing + Events Assistant + (Your Full Name)” to [email protected] no later than 5:00 pm EST on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.

The Yonge + St. Clair BIA is on the search for a new BIA Coordinator.

Are you interested in marketing and events, city building and contributing to the unique urban landscape of Toronto? Then please review the below posting and send in your application today!

Yonge + St. Clair Business Improvement Area
Coordinator

Application Deadline: Friday, May 26, 2023 at 5:00 pm EST

Salary: $22-$24/hour commensurate with experience

Term: Part-time, 24 hours/week, 1-year contract

We are looking for a passionate, creative Coordinator who can join our team in a startup-style
environment to help our emerging Business Improvement Area (BIA) thrive! You will become an
integral part of our organization to help us in our efforts to communicate with our members and
with the public, and to organize creative events and activations for the community. This is a
great opportunity for someone who’s passionate about marketing and looking to begin their
career.

About

The Yonge + St. Clair BIA was formed in 2018 and is currently Toronto’s newest BIA. The
organization exists to drive community initiatives, plan streetscape and economic development
improvements, and execute local programs and events for the over 450 businesses and over
14,000 employees in the district.

Opportunity
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Coordinator will support the successful execution of
marketing initiatives, together with the planning, organization, and implementation of event
programming.

Working with the Director of Operations, you’ll work closely together on organizing events and
cultural programming including the planning of new murals, art installations, holiday activations,
event partnerships, and more. Digital marketing through social media channels, blog posts, web
updates, and newsletter creation will be an important focus, and your ability to generate content
and effectively schedule this media will be critical.

You’ll also be exposed to internal and external stakeholders, including presentations to the
Board of Directors and associated Committees, working with local stakeholder groups, liaising
with arts and cultural organizations, supporting sponsorship generation, and securing and
maintaining press relationships.

You’ll have flexibility with your hours but will be required to achieve a minimum standard of work
each week together with the operation of ongoing marketing and events activities. In addition,
some events may require evening or weekend hours which will be communicated well in
advance and planned accordingly.

Responsibilities
● Producing a content calendar for all digital social media channels (Instagram, Facebook,
Twitter)
● Developing content for regular blog articles on our website (yongestclair.ca)
● Generating and monitoring results for paid advertising campaigns through social
channels and traditional media outlets
● Utilizing Mailchimp for the creation of both member and public-facing newsletters on a
regular basis
● Interfacing with the local business community for ongoing marketing efforts
● Maintaining and updating the membership database and directory on our website
● Designing for print and digital collateral
● Creating presentations to the Board and outside stakeholders
● Attending and taking minutes at all Board and Committee meetings
● Managing and owning special projects as assigned
● Working alongside consultants on marketing and events activities
● Supporting the development of schedules, retaining consultants, maintaining budgets,
and executing on ongoing BIA-led events and partnerships
Required Skills and Qualifications
● Post-secondary degree in communications, marketing, digital media, event planning or
or other relevant training
● Familiarity with digital communication and design software including CRM (Mailchimp),
social media scheduling, Adobe Suite, Canva and WordPress
● Proficiency in Google Workspace
● Ability to work with budgets, source vendors and suppliers, and lead event teams
● Strong communication and personal skills.
● You know how to effectively build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
● Extremely organized with a results-oriented mindset

Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume with the subject line “Coordinator + (Your Full Name)” to
[email protected] no later than 5:00 pm EST on Friday, May 26, 2023.

The 3rd Annual Deer Park scavenger hunt is back! Starting May 5 2023 until Friday, May 26, 2023

The Deer Park Challenge is a self-led, 3-week scavenger hunt taking place across the Yonge + St. Clair neighbourhood.

Complete challenges on your mobile device, which include 5 new challenges every week, to earn points and be entered for a chance to win $100 in weekly prizes, and for your chance to win the final grand prize draw of a $300 Yonge + St. Clair gift card, plus the official Deer Park Challenge Trophy.

The Deer Park Challenge includes riddles, neighbourhood exploration, creativity challenges, and proof-of-purchase challenges.

How to Play

STEP ONE

This contest is hosted on Goosechase, an online platform that lets organizations and schools engage, activate, and educate their communities through interactive scavenger hunt experiences.

Download the free Goosechase scavenger hunt app either in the official Apple App Store here (iPhone users), or in the Google Play Store here to play directly from your mobile. Once you’ve opened the Goosechase app, search for “The Deer Park Challenge 2023” or enter the Game Code: BDL5ED  to join the game.

STEP TWO

Complete the 5 current weekly challenges before the following Friday 5:00 PM EST. Eligible entries will be submitted in-app as photo, video, text, or GPS upload. Only original submissions will be accepted and scored as eligible entries.

Each week, a new set of 5 challenges will be automatically released on Friday at 5:01 PM EST.

STEP THREE

At the end of each week on Friday at 5PM, the player with the highest score will win a $100 Yonge + St. Clair gift card to a local establishment of their choice. There may be multiple players tied for the highest score, only 1 (one) winner will be determined by a random draw.

Weekly winners will be announced May 12, May 19 and May 26th, 2023.

In addition to the weekly winner, one (1) grand prize winner of the $300 grand prize + Deer Park Challenge Trophy will be determined at the end of the event Friday, May 26, 2023 by random draw.

*Any points earned above the maximum intended point total (as determined by the sum of all earnable points associated with available challenges) will not count towards the high score total.

You can also follow our social media accounts on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter to see if you’ve won the prize draws. Or email [email protected] if you have any questions or concerns.

We look forward to seeing your entries and wish you all the best in completing the third annual Deer Park Challenge!

To stay in the loop about events at Yonge + St. Clair, sign up for the public e-newsletter by messaging [email protected]

DesignTO is best known for the DesignTO Festival, Canada’s leading and largest annual design festival that celebrates design as a multidisciplinary form of creative thinking and making, with 100+ exhibitions and events forming Toronto’s design week from January 20 – 29, 2023.

The Yonge + St. Clair BIA is a proud sponsor of the Festival, and will play host to multiple installations, featuring art takeovers of local commercial lobbies and a guided tour across the neighbourhood.

The Festival happens online and in-person at venues across the City of Toronto. All events and exhibitions happening at Yonge and St. Clair are free, and can be visited at your convenience throughout the event period between 9AM – 6PM.

PARTICIPATING ARTISTS AND LOCATIONS

1. Alin Asli: Northern Radiance

Jan 20 – 29, 2023
12 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto

2. D.A.R. Proyectos – Weaving the Light

Jan 21 – 29, 2023
2 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto

3. Gensler – Illuminiscent

Jan 20 – 29, 2023
30 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto

4. Guillermo Juarez – Void

Jan 21 – 28, 2023
95 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto

5. Lauren Pirie – Divining (A Long Story V)

Jan 20 – 29, 2023
40 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto

ROM AFTER DARK X DESIGNTO INSTAGRAM GIVEAWAY CONTEST!

To celebrate the launch of this extravagant event that brings art and design together across the city of Toronto with over 100 exhibitions, we are giving away (2) two tickets (valued at $60) to ROM After Dark, an after-hours celebration of Canadian craft, design, and ingenuity that features curated music, visual arts, performances, and distinctive food and drink on Friday, January 20, 2023 7:30pm EST at the ROM! ⁠ ⁠

HOW TO ENTER:⁠

1. Head to our Instagram and like this post⁠
2. Follow @YongeStClair and @DesignTOFestival⁠
3. In the comment section, tag a friend you would like to bring to ROM After Dark
4. Unlimited entries

CONTEST RULES:⁣⁠ Contest starts from Saturday, Jan 14 and ends on Wednesday Jan 18, 2023 at 11:59PM EST. The winner will be announced on our IG story and notified via DM from this account the next day. This giveaway is not affiliated or sponsored by Instagram. By entering, entrants must be a GTA resident and 18+ years of age, release Instagram of responsibility, and agree to Instagram’s terms of use.⁠ ⁠

***The winner will be contacted through this account only. We will never ask for banking, credit card information, etc.***⁠ ⁠

DESIGNTO TOURS: STOP. LOOK. THINK.

2:00pm – 3:00pm | Jan 28, 2023
12 St. Clair Avenue East (Concourse level), Toronto