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On the walls of the McMichael this spring, you’ll find three exhibitions that engage deeply with Canada’s ever-changing landscape—from the dazzling oil sketches of Algonquin Park after the logging industry departed by Tom Thomson to Sandra Meigs’ electrifying paintings of Ontario’s forests to a group show of artists who are tackling the climate crisis head on. As stewards of a remarkably biodiverse section of the Humber River Valley, we too have to engage with the effects of climate change. We take our environmental commitments seriously and are dedicated to conserving this landscape and minimizing our impact on it for future generations.
We believe in the McMichael as an incredibly dynamic place where people can come together, to see Canada—and themselves as Canadians—reflected in the mirror of art.
With every inspiring encounter I have with an educator, artist, parent or visitor to our museum, I am reminded of the impact that our creative learning and public programs make in our community. We are dedicated to finding new ways to serve our local, national and international community through the transformative power of art. I look forward to continuing to update you on our shared progress.
Thank you for your support,
Ian A.C. Dejardin, Executive Director
McMichael Canadian Art Collection
We are privileged to once again be part of what has become one of the great treasures of Canadian art. The McMichael has always provided a welcoming environment and now it has brought together the vision and the intellect and the wonderful people who can ensure that it will continue to celebrate the great and diverse artists who tell the stories of all Canadians.
Martin and Joan Goldfarb
Co-Chairs, Moonlight Gala 2023
Photograph by: Onnig Cavoukian (Cavouk)
It is once again our great honour to co-chair the McMichael Moonlight Gala. The McMichael Canadian Art Collection holds a special place in both of our hearts. Here we seek respite from our busy lives, are refreshed by the natural surroundings, and are inspired by the art—in both the permanent collection and every special exhibition we see. This evening is a celebration of all that the McMichael is, and we are delighted that you have joined us. Our sincere thanks to Hatch for their outstanding support as Presenting Sponsor, to our Honorary Co-Chairs, Joan and Martin Goldfarb, and to our Honorary Patron, Hon. Steven Del Duca, Mayor of the City of Vaughan. Profound gratitude goes to the 2023 Moonlight Gala Committee, the McMichael Board of Trustees and the McMichael Canadian Art Foundation Board of Directors, McMichael staff and volunteers, and most of all to the McMichael’s community of sponsors, donors and members. Thank you for your ongoing support as we look forward to a bright year ahead and a strong future at the McMichael.
Debra Fenwick and Laura Mirabella
Co-Chairs, Moonlight Gala 2023
Debra Fenwick, Co-Chair
Laura Mirabella, Co-Chair
Elvira Caria
Nella Contardi
Robert Dunigan
Joyce Frustaglio
Phillip Gevik
Corban Hu
Matthew Liberatore
Jacoline Loewen
Sonia Moniz
Fiona O’Brien
Glenn Sakaki
Mandy Siu
Mike Soragnese
Shirley Zerfas
Andy Pringle, Chair
Norma Kraay, Vice-Chair
George Dark
Rosanna DeFrancesca
Drew Fagan
Debra Fenwick
Maral Hasserjian
Tim Johnson
Rand Lomas
Karen McCleave
Michelle Meneley
Leslie Whicher
Gillian Whitebread
Sabrina Zuniga
EX OFFICIO MEMBER
Ian A.C. Dejardin, Executive Director
GUEST, DIRECTOR-IN-TRAINING
Zamina Walji
GUEST, VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE
Alicia Morano, Volunteer Committee President
Andrew W. Dunn, Chair
Mark Bursey, Vice Chair
Chris Bredt, Treasurer
Laura Barclay
Andrea Boyd
Robert Dunigan
Bonnie Rosenberg
Paul Manias
Michèle D. McCarthy
Nathalie Mercure
Laura Mirabella
Fiona O’Brien
Patrick Pelliccione
Melanie Russell
Carl Spiess