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What's going on at OCAD U

Latest news

OCAD U prof’s new book teaches DIY wearable tech

Associate Professor Kate Hartman’s new book empowers readers to make their own wearable electronics.

February 19, 2025

OCAD U enters partnership with Memorial University

Through the new partnership, art and design education will be more accessible, reaching communities beyond the Greater Toronto Area.

February 14, 2025

Partnership with MARTK’D supports young creatives

OCAD U has joined with MARTK’D on a new initiative, which builds on the theme of celebrating artists like we celebrate athletes.

February 10, 2025

OCAD U mourns passing of The Aga Khan

The University mourns the passing of The Aga Khan.

February 5, 2025

Celebrating Black History Month 2025

OCAD U is featuring exhibitions, initiatives and events during Black History Month

February 3, 2025

Alum Spotlight: Jordin Mimran – Building Brands and Championing Art Through Leadership

OCAD alum Jordin Mimran is a Canadian executive, creative professional and oil painter with a rich background in fashion and design. Mimran, alongside Mimran Group Inc., is a proud supporting sponsor of the inaugural OCAD U Gala taking place in May 2025 and is a member of the gala committee.

January 29, 2025

Events and exhibitions happening at OCAD U

Speculative Bodies

February 14, 2025 12 a.m. - February 24, 2025 11:59 p.m.

Ada Slaight Student Gallery

An Exhibition by students in Life Studies, INTM LIFE Specialization

Exhibition

Springboard

February 12, 2025 12 a.m. - February 26, 2025 11:59 p.m.

Main Building & Rosalie Sharp Centre for Design (MCA)

DRPT 3022 – 502 Independent Studio Strategies
Group Exhibition of Project One

Exhibition

Murray McKay Tribute Exhibition

March 5, 2025 1 p.m. - March 16, 2025 5 p.m.

Murray McKay Tribute Exhibition

Exhibition

$this is a colour print with a portrait orientation \ a black & white dog \ S \ a whippet is centred \ laying on a couch snuggled in blankets & pillows \ in the background there is a bookcase \ a light \ and a cup of tea to the right of the print is a handwritten poem \ which could be understood as the beginnings of an escape into drawing$

New exhibition, constant : uncertainty, opens Jan. 20

January 20, 2025 9 a.m. - April 13, 2025 6 p.m.

113Research Project Gallery

A new exhibition at OCAD University by nancy viva davis halifax reveals the refuge found, from disability loss, grief, indifference and cruelty, in a supportive human\animal relationship.

Event

Inuit Public Art at Onsite Gallery

January 22, 2025 12 a.m. - April 30, 2025 11:59 p.m.

Onsite Gallery (RHD)

In partnership with the Inuit Art Foundation, Onsite Gallery presents Up Front, a series of commissioned digital murals by Inuit artists.

Exhibition

GradEx 110

May 7, 2025 12 a.m. - May 11, 2025 11:59 p.m.

OCAD University’s 110th Annual Graduate Exhibition, Toronto’s largest free art and design exhibition, takes place May 7 to 11, 2025, featuring the work of more than 800 emerging artists and designers.

Event