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Interview: In Conversation with Jessica Mace

Read our exciting interview with Jessica Mace, Ph.D, Postdoctoral Fellow and Instructor in the Department of Art History! We talked about her experience working with for Canada Constructed initiative, her new approach to teaching university courses, and her favourite spots to see amazing architecture in Toronto. Scroll down to read more! Tell us a bit…

New Article: “Community Partners in the Classroom”

Our very own, Jessica Mace, has posted another article on PLATFORM titled “Community Partners in the Classroom”! In this article, she explores how experiential learning (EL) outside of a typical lecture room teaches students transferable skills that will benefit them in their future endeavours. Partnering with the Ontario Heritage Trust (OHT), Mace’s students in FAH473…

Interview: In Conversation with Christy Anderson

To continue the Canada Constructed interview series, we spoke with Christy Anderson, Ph.D, Professor in the Department of Art History and Daniels Faculty of Architecture. We asked her about the global influence of Canadian architecture, how building practices connect architecture to a particular place, and the new and exciting projects she’s working on. Scroll down…

My internship with… Open Art Histories by Megan Chen

In the spring of 2023, a number of students took part in the Canada Constructed internship program, for course credit (FAH481H1) in the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto. Here, third-year student Megan Chen reflects on her internship experience with Open Art Histories… Tell us about yourself and your internship! Hello! My name’s Megan, and I’m entering…

My internship with… The National Trust for Canada by Cindy Staffieri

In the spring of 2023, a number of students took part in the Canada Constructed internship program, for course credit (FAH481H1) in the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto. Here, third-year student Cindy Staffieri reflects on her internship experience with The National Trust for Canada… Tell us a bit about yourself and your internship placement! My name…

Fall 2023 internship listings are live!

Our Fall 2023 internship listings are now live! We have amazing opportunities for University of Toronto students with: See the Fall Internships page for full details! Applications are due August 28. These internships are for course credit at the University of Toronto — only University of Toronto students are eligible to apply. This project has been…

My internship with… 401 Richmond by Kelly Zhang

In the spring of 2023, a number of students took part in the Canada Constructed internship program, for course credit (FAH481H1) in the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto. Here, fourth-year student Kelly Zhang reflects on her internship experience with 401 Richmond/Urbanspace… Tell us a bit about yourself! My name is Kelly, and I’m a…

Fall internship listings coming soon!

Our fall internship listings for University of Toronto students are coming soon! If you’re looking to gain some work experience AND earn course credit, this just may be the opportunity for you! Keep an eye on this space as well as on our social media for the upcoming announcements.

Mohawk Chapel Virtual Exhibition now live!

The Mohawk Chapel His Majesty’s Royal Chapel of the Mohawk in Brantford, Ontario: A Virtual Exhibition is now live! This virtual exhibition examines the architectural history of His Majesty’s Royal Chapel of the Mohawk (Brantford/Six Nations), built 1785. Explore the architectural history of the oldest standing Protestant Church in Ontario and a key site in…

Internship info session: March 30, 3:30pm

Interested in an internship? Want to learn more? Join our Internship Information Session on Thursday, March 30 at 3:30pm! Learn more about the opportunities for this spring, the course (FAH 481), new bursary options, & how to apply. Only open to University of Toronto students. The event will be held both in person and online:…

Spring internship listings are live!

Our spring internship listings are now live! We have amazing opportunities lined up with: The application window closes on April 7, 2023. University of Toronto students of all disciplines are encouraged to apply! See our Internships page for full details.

New article: “Transforming architectural history through experiential learning”

In a newly published article on PLATFORM, “Transforming Architectural History Through Experiential Learning,” Canada Constructed’s Dr Jessica Mace reflects on the need to rethink coursework in architectural history education to keep in step with the changing discipline. Using a case study from the Department of Art History at the University of Toronto, she demonstrates how…

Event announcement! “Many mansions: The architectural and historical contexts of the Mohawk Chapel”

You’re invited! Join us on Friday, November 18 at 4:00pm for the public lecture by Professor Peter Coffman (Carleton University) titled “Many mansions: The architectural and historical contexts of the Mohawk Chapel.” This is a free, public lecture celebrating His Majesty’s Royal Chapel of the Mohawk (Brantford/Six Nations of the Grand River). Built in 1785, it is…

Extended call for fall internships

We still have a few arts-based internship spots available for fall 2022! Apply by September 5, 2022 to earn course credit this fall working with: ACO NextGen Canadian Coalition for Cultural Heritage in Ukraine Open Art Histories TOBuilt Click on the links above for details on each of these opportunities or download the full application package below.…

Fall 2022 Internships

Fall 2022 internship listings are now live! We are pleased to offer a number of internship placements for the Fall 2022 term for students interested in art, architectural history, heritage, and more. Arts-based internships are open to students at the University of Toronto through the Department of Art History. Offered as a course credit (FAH…

Extended call for spring-summer internships

We still have a few arts-based internship spots available for spring-summer 2022! Apply by April 25, 2022 to earn course credit this summer working with: 401 Richmond (Urbanspace) National Trust for Canada Open Art Histories Click on the links above for details on each of these opportunities or download the full application package below. (Graduate…

Event announcement! Graduate Programs in Architectural History and Heritage

Join us on Thursday, March 31 at 4:00pm (EDT) for the online event “Graduate Programs in Architectural History and Heritage,” as part of our Canada Constructed Conversations series. Are you curious about further education in architectural history or heritage? Where can you begin your search? Join a discussion with four representatives from diploma, MA, and PhD programs in architectural…

Spring-Summer 2022 Internships

We are pleased to offer a number of internship placements for the Summer 2022 term for students interested in architecture, architectural history, heritage, and more. Check out the opportunities below with: 401 Richmond (Urbanspace) ACO NextGen Canadian Architect Magazine Open Art Histories The Society for the Study of Architecture in Canada TO Built Toronto Society of…

My internship with…. the Toronto Society of Architects by Pardis Safdari

In the fall 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 Pardis Safdari reflects on her internship experience with the Toronto Society of Architects… Tell us a bit about yourself and your internship…

My internship with… the ACO NextGen by Eny Ross

In the fall 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, third-year student Eny Ross reflects on her internship experience with the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario NextGen program… Tell us about yourself! Hello! I’m Eny…

Architectural History: Careers & Opportunities

Did you miss the event “Architectural History: Careers & Opportunities” on February 10? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! The full recording is available below or on our YouTube page. Part of the Canada Constructed Conversations Series, this panel focused on opportunities and careers in architectural history with discussants Alexis Cohen (ERA Architects), Joël Léon…

Event Announcement! Architectural History: Careers & Opportunities

Join us on Thursday, February 10 at 4:00pm (EST) for the online event “Architectural History: Opportunities and Careers,” as part of our Canada Constructed Conversations series. What can you do with your studies in architectural history? Where can you begin your career search? Join a discussion with four early career specialists working in architecture and history: Alexis Cohen (ERA…

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