VISUAL ARTS
7: PROFESSIONAL NATIVE INDIAN ARTISTS INC. will give guests the chance to engage with one of Canada’s most important early artist alliances between Norval Morrisseau, Daphne Odjig, Jackson Beardy, Eddy Cobiness, Alex Janvier, Carl Ray and Joseph Sanchez. Also officially known as the Group of Seven, they are a ground-breaking cultural and political entity. McMichael Canadian Art Collection (10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg, 905-893-1121). Until Sept. 7. COLOUR OF THE RIVER RUNNING THROUGH US This outdoor art exhibit by Thom Sokoloski was inspired by the rivers that carried many First Nations people, Samuel de Champlain and others through the centuries. McMichael Canadian Art Collection (10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg, 905-893-1121). Until Aug. 16. EMINENT DOMAIN Bik Van Der Pol’s exhibition references the power a state has over its land. This exhibition is composed of Liesbeth Bik and Jos Van Der Pol, who have worked together for around 25 years. Their exhibits usually involve site-specific installations. For this gallery they will explore how human activity in a globalized space can effect ecological systems using installations and sound. Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery (231 Queens Quay W., 416-973-4949). Until Sept. 7. HOME GROUND In cooperation with the Barjeel Art Foundation, this exhibition features photography, installations, paintings, sculptures and more, created by 12 Arab contemporary artists. The theme will look at how the politics in the Middle East and North Africa intersect with the artists’ lives through the struggles for identity, borders and being an artist. Aga Khan Museum (77 Wynford Dr., 416-6464677). Until Jan. 3. INTERLOVE: AN EXHIBITION OF DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY Several new works by award-winning Colin Boyd Shafer are displayed in this exhibition exploring how people with different beliefs come together in love and respect. Mackenzie House (82 Bond St., 416-392-6915). Until Aug. 15. INTERNATIONS/INTERSECTIONS Explore the many different modes of transportation that have taken First Nations people across the country. Historic Fort York (250 Fort York Blvd., 416-392-6907). Until Aug. 10. JOURNEY INTO FANTASY celebrates the first year of the Inuit art digitalization project with this interactive exhibit featuring the work of Inuk artist Pudlo Pudlat. McMichael Canadian Art Collection (10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg, 905-893-1121). Until Sept. 27. MINE Artist collective Tercerunquinto’s project explores and challenges commonly understood concepts of property as it relates to Canada’s mining industry and how that relates to Indigenous populations. Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery (231 Queens Quay W., 416973-4949). Until Sept. 6. THE MOUTH HOLDS THE TONGUE Canadian artists Nadia Belerique, Lili Huston-Herterich and Laurie Kang present their unique methodologies in exploring the playfulness and performativity found in photographs and objects. Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery (231 Queens Quay W., 416-973-4949). Until Sept. 6. NORTH SUR PHOTO EXCHANGE PROJECT Joined through the internet, artists and youth in Canada and Argentina have spent six months collaborating in this photography exhibit that blurs cultures, ages and other boundaries. Gallery 44 (401 Richmond St. W., 416-979-3941). Until Saturday. THE PHOTOGRAPHS OF FRANK (FRANZ) JOHNSTON This is the premier site for the CONTACT Photography Festival. This will be the first major display of Johnston’s photographic images. McMichael Canadian Art Collection (10365 Islington Ave., Kleinburg, 905-893-1121). Until Aug. 16. PICTURING THE AMERICAS takes guests on a visual journey of the iconic landscapes of the Americas. Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416-979-6648). Until Sept. 20. REQUIEM OF WATER Award-winning photographer Meaghan Ogilvie’s biggest project to date features a mix of video and photography that highlights our special relationship with water. Brookfield Place (181 Bay St., 416-777-6480). Until Aug. 14. SPORTSMANSHIP UNDER SURVEILLANCE As government surveillance increases, artists whose work challenges the establishment may feel a chilling effect knowing that it could stifle their expression. Sur Gallery at Pier 27 (39 Queens Quay E., 416-654-7787). Until Aug. 8. STEPHEN ANDREWS POV Come see the largest solo exhibition by one of Toronto’s leading contemporary artists working in photography. Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas St. W., 416-9796648). Until Aug. 30. WATER’S EDGE Celebrated Pan American photographers explore the important relationship we have with our natural water supplies in this exhibition. GO & TTC Union Station (65 Front St. W., 416-392-2489). Until Aug. 15. YOUNG WORLD FACES OF PAN AM This world-premiere photography exhibit highlights the diversity of the 41 participating Pan American countries and territories. Commerce Court West (199 Bay St. and Bay St.) Until Aug. 10.