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Tell us about your visitor experience for a chance to win a selection of The Power Plant's publications. Switch On is The Power Plant's online hub for original writing, video and other content related to our programming and to the field of contemporary art more broadly.

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Welcome to The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery, Canada's leading public gallery devoted exclusively to contemporary visual art. The Power Plant is a leading venue at Harbourfront Centre, a cultural gathering place on the waterfront. It is an innovative, not-for-profit cultural organization that enlivens, educates and entertains a diverse public.

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A creditable tax receipt will be issued for all donations in the maximum amount allowable under CRA guidelines. Charitable Registration No. 887821031RR0001. Please specify if you wish for your donation to be anonymous. We welcome donations from our American friends and can issue receipts for IRS purposes through our US Foundation.

Learn Report

Our workshops for kids are led by skilled and dynamic artist-educators, who design activities that emerge from the ideas behind the current exhibition. Switch On is The Power Plant's new online hub for original writing, video and other content related to our programming and to the field of contemporary art more broadly.

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Bring the best of contemporary art home. The gallery regularly collaborates with artists to produce special editioned artwork and merchandise all exclusive to The Power Plant. Over the past thirty years, our ambitious publications program has produced a full selection of award-winning exhibition catalogues and art-centric publications.

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Become a Member TODAY to support The Power Plant and enjoy deeper engagement with contemporary art and culture. The Power Plant offers many ways to be a part of what we do and as a not-for-profit organization, we count on you to make it happen. Benefits of Membership include first access, invitations to exclusive events, reciprocal entry to other institutions and much, much more.

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Harry Bradley

Dec 17, 2021

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This is an interesting gallery. Definitely not the type of stuff you'd see in the AGO, the Power Plant Gallery features modern artists in modern styles. Worth a visit if you're in the area (it was free when I visited).

Timothy-Paul Chevalier

Dec 15, 2021

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Beautiful gallery with views on the harbour and billy bishop airport. However, the staff are cold and unwelcoming and the organization of the art seems erratic.

Mel Lai-Ho-Tong

Nov 12, 2021

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Always such a fun and free thing to visit in the city more than once throughout the year as they rotate through exhibits and artists. We've discovered some incredible artists and love coming back over and over!

Chris P.

Nov 10, 2021

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Great industrial setting inside the building, the art was a bit graphic. Thankfully there was a warning about the content before entering.

Anita Windisman

Jan 11, 2021

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Pandemic update: Expected to open September 25, 2020. In the meantime, this evening we enjoyed dance images projected against the east side of the building.

Angela Brayham

Oct 19, 2020

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Must see for always exceptional contemporary art exhibitions. Current exhibitions by Howie Tsui, Manuel Mathieu, and Nathan Eugene Carson are superb.

Jasmina Vicentijevic

Nov 23, 2019

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There is a fantastic show at the gallery right now, not to be missed, until May 12th. One of the best art shows I’ve seen in Toronto so far.
The space, with cool contemporary lines, lots of light, and large windows, adds to the special experience of being there.

Moyeen Rasheek

Aug 26, 2019

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Went there with friends just to chill, came back with my mind blown. Amazing experience. 10/10 would go again.

Taljana Dewhirst

Aug 05, 2019

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I’ve gone here three years in a row and I love how it’s a different exhibition every year. Plus it’s free, that doesn’t happen quite often. Staff that work there are always friendly and willing to help further your understanding about the art . The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery is clean, free and unique. I highly recommend it and will definitely be returning.

Julian Carvajal

Jul 16, 2019

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This exhibition is super cool. I love going to their exhibits all year around. The Power Plant is a great place to visit

Awa Dembele-Yeno

Jun 24, 2019

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The master class with Mario Pfeifer was thought-provoking. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

Radka Poulov & Aacute

Apr 22, 2019

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I went there with no expectations whatsoever, and was totally amazed by the quality of the exhibitions! A top class contemporary art gallery in Toronto. And free admission! Will definitely come again.

JoAnn Canning

Mar 24, 2019

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A small jewel. Curation is cross cultural with a global reach. Beautiful space.

Anna Obarzanowska

Dec 06, 2018

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Great gallery area, right by the bay. The exhibitions they had on at the time we visited gave us food for thought, they were very moving and interesting. There's also a nice little shop - books, ceramics etc, as you'd expect.

Gogo Cavazos

Jun 11, 2018

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I was here for another Power Ball, this time the Power Ball XX, and it was another great experience and event! I brought 6 friends with me and they are looking forward to next year’s Ball! I am so looking forward as well and seriously thinking of becoming a member as well!

Howard Paul Shore

Jan 30, 2018

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The Power Plant Had A Very Nice Grand Opening Art Work Celebration!
When I went to Harbourfront about one (1) month ago to inquire about "The Power Plant", I learned that they were totally closed until their Grand Opening Art Work Celebration that was coming Up.
I Never been to "The Power Plant" before and I was so excited to eventually experience… it!
Well The Evening Finally Came!
When I had arrived the whole place was Packed With People! Wow! So Many Art Lovers Just Like Myself!
During my visit, the first (1st) piece of art work that I saw was from the artist "Kader Attia" with the theme

Katya Potapov

Aug 10, 2017

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Beautiful, unique exhibitions year-round. Great place to take photos, or to just wander around and lose yourself for a few hours. It's free, but I would recommend making a donation to support the talks and events that they frequently host. There's new exhibitions to be seen once every four months or so, so it's never the same two visits in a row. I've been several times and have never encountered any rude staff as mentioned in other reviews. My only complaint would be that they close too early most days - be sure to check their hours before you plan a visit.

Jodi Wolk Lindsay

Jul 11, 2017

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I signed my kids up for a DIY Make-Your-Own windup toy workshop. It was a free event, in which you had to sign up online prior to the date. The event was well-organized, and a great way for myself, my husband, and children to learn something new while creating together. And, the location was fantastic and easy to get to.