Annual labour arts festival presenting projects that further our struggles for better working and living conditions. May 1-31. Explore our 2026 program:
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Welcome to the 2026 Mayworks Festival of Working People and the Arts! This year’s artists engage with our world as it is, bringing us into the lives of workers, both local and international. Poster by artist Ibrahim Abusitta. All events are free. Join us: mayworks.ca/2026-festival/
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What is the significance of the month of May as the namesake of our festival? To address this question, we must dive deeper into a few critical junctures. Head to our website to read more: mayworks.ca/why-may-mayworks…
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Created by Roann Enriquez with Anakbayan Toronto, Carabao depicts the trials and tribulations of a Filipino family across borders, from Manila and Cabuyao City to Toronto and Thunder Bay.
Join us FriMay 8 and Sat May 9 at Tarragon Theatre!
RSVP: eventbrite.ca/e/198623344269…
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Join us on Saturday May 2 for the Opening Reception of 'Every Worker Should Have Equal Labour Rights' mayworks.ca/project/every-wo…
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Join us for May Day and the Mayworks 2026 Festival Launch on May 1!
The night will include live music and a panel discussion inviting labour activists and organizers to address the issue of global supply chains and the power we have to disrupt them. RSVP: mayworks.ca/project/2026-may…
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Upcoming opportunities for artists with Mayworks! Head to our website for more info about the call for submissions: mayworks.ca/get-involved
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We are now accepting submissions for the second edition of the Condé Beveridge Labour Arts Residency, in memory of Carol Condé. Head to our website for more info and apply by April 19: mayworks.ca/conde-beveridge-…
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Mayworks Festival is hiring! We are seeking a Program Coordinator-Festival and a Program Coordinator-Communications.
Visit mayworks.ca/get-involved/ to learn more and apply (posted under 'announcements')
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TONIGHT!
Join us on Wednesday October 29, 7PM for the launch of "The Art of Solidarity: Labour Arts & Heritage in Canada" with Stephanie Ross, Rob Kristofferson, and other book contributors 📖
📍 Workers Action Centre (WAC), 720 Spadina Ave. Suite 223
No registration required!
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Join us on Wednesday October 29, 7PM for the launch of "The Art of Solidarity: Labour Arts & Heritage in Canada" with Stephanie Ross, Rob Kristofferson, and other book contributors 📖
📍 Workers Action Centre (WAC), 720 Spadina Ave. Suite 223
No registration required!
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🎉 Congrats to the recipients of the 2025 Mayworks Labour Arts Awards:
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The Traditional Labour Arts Award goes to Emmy Tran, for her bold artwork of solidarity, equity, human rights and worker dignity, nominated by Dev Banfield.
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The Min Sook Lee Award for Outstanding Contribution to Labour Arts goes to Maureen Hynes, for her contributions as a writer, educator, & tour guide. The award also goes to Mike Constable, for his work as a political cartoonist, puppeteer, radical publisher & cultural provocateur.
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The Labour Organization Award goes to OPSEU/SEFPO Indigenous Circle with Laura O’Brien, for their Reconciliation Story illustration—reflecting key milestones on the union’s 35-year journey toward reconciliation, nominated by Krista Maracle
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The Labour Creative Maverick Award goes to Martha Davis, for her 3D dioramas challenging issues of climate, housing and food insecurity, nominated by Tina Faibish.
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The Activist Award for Excellence in Contribution to Labour Arts goes to Charlie Angus, for his activism in support of workers with the group Grievous Angels, his numerous books and his current substack “The Resistance”, nominated by Gini Dickie.
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The Artist Award for Excellence in Contribution to the Labour Movement goes to Rob Kristofferson and Stephanie Ross for their book Art and Solidarity, nominated by Between the Lines
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Celebrate Mayworks 40th Anniversary Labour Arts Awards Gala!
Nov 22, 6–9:30pm | Steelworkers Hall, Toronto
Hosted by Itah Sadu, with live music, dinner, a silent auction and more.
Tickets: $40–$70 | Table: $500
shorturl.at/pdZ6O
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