Rachel Kennedy (@SurvivingTO) profile picture

Rachel Kennedy

@SurvivingTO

Arts Administrator, Producer, and Enthusiast. Terrible at Twitter.

 Toronto, Ontario
Joined October 2011
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I’ve proudly stood shoulder to shoulder with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities for decades. From the earliest Pride parades, through the AIDS crisis, winning same-sex marriage, and much more. I continue to stand with you today in the face of hate.⁠
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Chi Nguyen@RunChiNguyenRun29 Aug 2023
Artscape has been vital community and public infrastructure. This news is heart-breaking. We need more community that builds connections not less, we need more artists to have a place to tell Toronto’s marvelous stories. ☹️
The Grind (@TheGrindTO) profile pictureThe Grind@TheGrindTO29 Aug 2023
.@Artscape, the Toronto non-profit arts organization that leases spaces to artists and runs residencies, has announced it can no longer make its debt payments and is entering receivership. Artscape will soon stop managing the spaces, according to an announcement posted Monday.
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Derrick Chua@d_chua29 Aug 2023
Don’t totally know what this means to its many arts, culture and community tenants, but definitely not good news that Artscape is being placed into receivership and will need to wind-down management of its spaces. Ugh. artscape.ca/2023/08/28/busin…
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A crushing blow for Toronto's arts community. Full statement: artscape.ca/2023/08/28/busin…
Judith Pereira (@perej) profile pictureJudith Pereira@perej29 Aug 2023
#Artscape is entering into receivership. @joshokane has the story #Toronto @cityoftoronto @Artscape This is huge news for artists in #Canada's largest city. #artistsontwitter #artistsupport #RealEstate theglobeandmail.com/arts/art…
Toronto’s cash-strapped Artscape to enter receivership, end management of 14 artist facilities

Toronto’s cash-strapped Artscape to enter receivership, end management of 14 artist facilities

Artscape, which provides studio, living and residency spaces for artists in Toronto, says it plans to be placed into receivership and no longer manage its 14 properties

theglobeandmail.com
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Oluseye Ogunlesi wins the Breakthrough Artist Award at #TOArtsAwards ⁦@TOArtsFdn⁩ ⁦@TorontoArts⁩ Proud to be on the board of this amazing arts funder
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We are excited to announce that Naomi Johnson is the 2023 Toronto Arts Foundation Margo Bindhardt and Rita Davies Award recipient! We are all so inspired by you and the warmth you carry. ♥️ Congrats to all the recipients! Nia:wen + Miigwetch @TOArtsFdn #TOArtsAwards
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RT @anabailaoTO: Great to attend the @TorontoArts #TOArtsAwards today—congrats to the award winners and nominees! Arts and culture play a h…
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Drew Rowsome@DrewRowsome16 Nov 2022
Tonight! Jonathan Wilson is a proud queer elder who is pee in your pants hilarious and sexy beyond belief in Gay for Pay drewrowsome.blogspot.com/202… #theaTO #GayForPay @danielkrolik @SurvivingTO #JonathanWilson @crowstheatre #LGBTQ #theatre
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As we ready for our opening night tomorrow, Blake and Clay have found the bravery to share a few words on what their whirlwind success has meant to them.
Intermission (@intermissionmag) profile pictureIntermission@intermissionmag15 Nov 2022
ONLINE NOW: So, You’re a Fringe Hit by Curtis Campbell Now that you’ve arrived, what’s to be done next? Fear not, because Blake and Clay of Toronto Fringe hit Gay For Pay with Blake & Clay have the answers. Read the article here: ow.ly/NwlS50LE7X3 #theaTO #intermission
A greyscale image of Daniel Krolik and Jonathan Wilson, the stars of "Gay For Pay with Blake & Clay." Posed on a black background, Daniel looks directly into the camera, his hands clasped in front of him; behind him, Jonathan sits in a chair facing Daniel, his right arm outstretched. Small yellow cartoon crowns float above their heads, and intricate yellow swirls float beside them, emphasising their positions.

ALT A greyscale image of Daniel Krolik and Jonathan Wilson, the stars of "Gay For Pay with Blake & Clay." Posed on a black background, Daniel looks directly into the camera, his hands clasped in front of him; behind him, Jonathan sits in a chair facing Daniel, his right arm outstretched. Small yellow cartoon crowns float above their heads, and intricate yellow swirls float beside them, emphasising their positions.

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as Gay For Pay gets ready to land at @crowstheatre , Blake & Clay have prepared a few cheat sheet videos that everyone can use to prepare for class.
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Joe Cressy@joe_cressy15 Mar 2022
I'm thrilled to support this initiative along with @JohnTory, @BradMBradford & @cllrainslie, to transform a City-owned building on Queen West to host It's OK* and create a welcoming space for diverse artists and musicians. joecressy.com/diy_live_music…
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Jesse Ryan@jesseryansax1 Mar 2022
Man, I feel incredibly blessed to have Bridges nominated for a JUNO in the Jazz Album of the Year (Solo) Category, alongside my friend and mentor Jon Gordon. Congrats to @willbonness, Andrés Vial and Efa Jemue.
The JUNO Awards (@TheJUNOAwards) profile pictureThe JUNO Awards
@TheJUNOAwards1 Mar 2022
2022 JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR (SOLO) ​​🔵 When Is Ancient? @AndresVialMusic ​​🔵 Aesthetics Efajemue ​​🔵 Bridges @JesseRyanSax ​​🔵 Stranger Than Fiction Jon Gordon ​​🔵 Change of Plans @WillBonness #JUNOS
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VIBE Arts@VIBEArtsTO26 Oct 2021
Are you looking for a fulfilling volunteer opportunity? Are you passionate about making arts accessible to young people? VIBE Arts is looking for new members to join our Board of Directors! Apply at vibearts.ca/joinourboard.
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#ArtsDayTO today! The arts make a huge difference to the livability of this City. Toronto residents understand this. Toronto is a wonderful city, but a very expensive one to create, exhibit and perform in.
TAPA (@TAPA_TO) profile pictureTAPA@TAPA_TO27 Oct 2021
What is #ArtsDayTO? It is a day to ask for greater investment in the arts. @CityofToronto supports festivals and organizations, but thousands of artists have lost their jobs and are leaving this expensive city. #AffordableHousing @TorontoArts @TOArtsFdn @BusinessftArts
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We are overcome with grief at the death of Martha Henry, just 12 days after her final performance in Three Tall Women. “In losing Martha Henry we have lost the dearest friend, the most inspiring mentor and an unforgettable, original talent" - Artistic Director Antoni Cimolino.
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(3/3) Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada will continue to closely monitor the safety of this vaccine, and will take action if any safety concerns are identified. For more information, visit: ow.ly/el6V50FZxSt
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(2/3) After a thorough and independent scientific review of the evidence, Health Canada has determined that the vaccine is safe and effective at preventing #Covid19 in youth aged 12 to 17.
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(1/3) Health Canada has authorized the use of the Moderna #CovidVaccine in youth aged 12 to 17. Until now, this vaccine was only authorized for use in people 18 years of age or older.
A young back girl wearing a mask. Text: COVID-19 vaccine for youth aged 12 to 17

ALT A young back girl wearing a mask. Text: COVID-19 vaccine for youth aged 12 to 17

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Lindsay Broadhead, the Board's SVP of Communications & Public Affairs, joined @CP24 to discuss the importance of introducing a COVID Safe Pass to help better protect businesses. Watch: cp24.com/video?clipId=225566…
Toronto board of trade wants COVID safe pass

Toronto board of trade wants COVID safe pass

Lindsay Broadhead with the Toronto Region Board of Trade discusses vaccine pass and how it will help businesses during another wave.

cp24.com
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Toronto Star
@TorontoStar12 Aug 2021
Mayor John Tory is pushing Premier Doug Ford to put a vaccination verification system in place for businesses, sporting events and more. thestar.com/news/city_hall/2…
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