John Irving reads at IFOA 2009. Photo by Tom Bilenkey/readings.org In 1974, the federal government bequeathed Harbourfront Centre to Toronto, envisioning a dynamic mixed-use space with parks, condominiums, and an arts centre. Authors at Harbourfront Centre (AUTHORS) was part of the original programming, debuting its open stage reading series in June of that year. Today, [...]

Photo by Irene Duma. Canada lost one of its most beloved artists and personalities when author, screenwriter, musician, and teacher Paul Quarrington passed away in his Toronto home this morning. Quarrington, 56, was diagnosed with stage four cancer in May but continued to work on a wide range of projects, including laying down tracks for [...]