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My internship with… 401 Richmond by Angel Yang

In the spring of 2021, a number of students took part in the Canada Constructed internship opportunities, under the course code FAH481H1 in the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto. Here, fourth-year student Angel Yang reflects on her internship experience with 401 Richmond… Tell us about yourself and your placement! Hi there!Continue reading “My internship with… 401 Richmond by Angel Yang”

My internship with… The SSAC

In the spring of 2021, a number of students took part in the Canada Constructed internship opportunities, under the course code FAH481H1 in the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto. Here, fourth-year student Olwen Alaminos reflects on her internship experience with The Society for the Study of Architecture in Canada… Tell usContinue reading “My internship with… The SSAC”

Internship opportunities for Fall 2021

Interested in architecture and heritage? Then take part in one of our internships! These arts-based internships are open to students at the University of Toronto through the Department of Art History. Offered as a course credit (FAH 481 H1/Y1), these internships provide advanced students with the opportunity to work with local organizations for a semester.Continue reading “Internship opportunities for Fall 2021”

My internship with… 401 Richmond

In the spring of 2021, a number of students took part in the Canada Constructed internship opportunities, under the course code FAH481H1 in the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto. Here, fourth-year student Shahza Saeed reflects on her internship experience with 401 Richmond… (lead photo: 401 Richmond Street West via 401richmond.com/about/) TellContinue reading “My internship with… 401 Richmond”

Canada Constructed-Related Courses: 2021-2022 Academic Year

Interested in courses on the architecture, history, and space of Canada but not sure where to look? Check out our “Courses” section to find some courses suited to your interests from different departments across the University of Toronto!

The Shaping & Structuring of Space: mâmwêyatitân centre

Completed in 2017, the mâmawêyatitân centre points to the importance of listening to and supporting communities with adequate and centralized resources. Read on to learn more about its spaces and layout.

The Shaping & Structuring of Space: Victorial Memorial Museum

The Victoria Memorial Museum now houses the Canadian Museum of Nature, yet its architectural and political history are not well known. Read on to learn more about this designated national historic site of Canada, its architecture, and its recent renovations.

The Shaping & Structuring of Space: Africville

Africville was founded by Black settlers in the 1830s/1840s and became a segregated settlement on the outskirts of Halifax. It held a thriving community and culture, yet never received adequate funding nor services from the City of Halifax. In the 1860s, the City of Halifax bulldozed Africville and forced residents to relocate. Read on to learn more about the history and legacy of the African Canadian village of Africville.

The Shaping & Structuring of Space: Haida Longhouses

Haida Longhouses were characteristic architectural spaces of the Haida Nation. In this post, we focus on the Haida Gwaii archipelago, particularly the totem pole houses of the south. Read on to learn about the Haida Longhouses and the Haida Nation.

The Shaping & Structuring of Space: Canadian Mosques

In this post, we present three Canadian Mosques: the London Muslim Mosque (London, ON), the Taric Islamic Centre (Toronto, ON), and the Al Rashid Mosque (Edmonton, AB). Read on to learn a bit more about the history of Canadian Muslims.