Our exhibition is open for viewing in the atrium of Scott Library (2nd floor) at York University’s Keele Campus. All members of the public are welcome to see it any day of the week between 8am and 11pm until November 10.| Movimento Perpétuo
To commemorate the 15th anniversary of the Portuguese Canadian History Project‘s partnership with the Clara Thomas Archives and Special Collections, York University Libraries, the Movimento Perpétuo: The Portuguese Diaspora in Canada exhibition will be on display in the atrium of Scott Library (2nd floor), located on York University’s Keele Campus, from October 16 until November 10. The … Continue reading "Exhibition at Scott Library, York University, Oct. 16 – Nov. 10"| Movimento Perpétuo
Our exhibition and website is one of the nominees for this year’s Heritage Toronto Public History Awards. It’s a real honour to be among such a great roster of nominees. We encourage everyone to check out the featured projects here. Congratulations to all our fellow nominees and a special shoutout to Aida Jordão and Nuno … Continue reading "Movimento Perpétuo nominated for Heritage Toronto award"| Movimento Perpétuo
The Movimento Perpétuo exhibition is packed away, for now. This is a travelling exhibition. If anyone is interested in hosting it, please contact us here.| Movimento Perpétuo
It was a great honour to welcome and be welcomed by the President of Portugal Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, the Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau, the Mayor of Toronto Olivia Chow, and the many other dignitaries who attended the unveiling of the Movimento Perpétuo exhibition at Metro Hall, on September 15. It was delightful to bring … Continue reading "President Rebelo de Sousa, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and Mayor Olivia Chow unveil Movimento Perpétuo exhibition"| Movimento Perpétuo
Emanuel Pavão Row HousesTape & resin on wood panel2016 First SnowfallSwarovski crystals & beads2023 The influence of my Luso-Canadian upbringing is something that is mostly subconscious but prevalent in my artwork. In the crystallized art piece titled First Snowfall, this influence can be detected in the use of material, the choice of subject matter and a … Continue reading "The Artwork"| Movimento Perpétuo
A exposição Movimento Perpétuo: A Diáspora Portuguesa no Canadá estará patente no Toronto Metro Hall (ver mapa abaixo) entre os dias 11 e 22 de Setembro, de segunda a sexta das 8h00 às 20h00, e de sábado a domingo das 8h00 às 18h00. Durante a semana, entre as 8h00 e as 18h00, todas as portas … Continue reading "Exposição no Toronto Metro Hall, Set. 11-22"| Movimento Perpétuo
We are inviting everyone to visit our exhibition at Toronto Metro Hall’s rotunda and attend a live performance of Weaving by Moonlight, by artists Moon Palmar and Teresa Ascenção, on September 17, starting at 3pm. Entrance is free. All are welcome. Weaving by Moonlight is a Fado (Portuguese Blues) and Punk inspired video and lacework … Continue reading "Open Reception and Art Performance, Sept. 17"| Movimento Perpétuo
The Movimento Perpétuo: The Portuguese Diaspora in Canada exhibition will be on display at Toronto’s Metro Hall rotunda (see map below) from September 11 to 22, Mon-Fri 8am to 8pm, and Sat-Sun 8am to 6pm. On weekdays, 8am to 6pm, all doors to Metro Hall are open. There is direct access from the ST. ANDREW … Continue reading "Exhibition at Toronto Metro Hall, Sep. 11-22"| Movimento Perpétuo
The Movimento Perpétuo: The Portuguese Diaspora in Canada website was launched online on June 1st. This is an initiative of the Embassy of Portugal in Canada, in partnership with the Camões Institute and the Labourers International Union of North America Local 793, to commemorate the 70th anniversaries of Portugal-Canada diplomatic relations (1952-2022) and the beginning … Continue reading "Website launch and reception"| Movimento Perpétuo