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November 12, 2025
The Corleck to bring Irish culture to Toronto’s Waterfront
The Canada Ireland Foundation (CIF) has signed a lease with the City of Toronto to transform a derelict heritage building on Toronto’s waterfront into a vibrant new venue for arts, cultural and heritage programming. Ontario recently announced $2.2 million-investment to support the launch of The Corleck.
Construction is underway, and it is expected to open to the public in spring 2026.
The facility, which also received support from the federal government, the City of Toronto, private donors and the Government of Ireland, will feature a main stage and performance space, as well as a café, gallery and museum, meeting and event space and rooftop terrace. CIF will be able to deliver new cultural experiences that celebrate and share Irish culture and Toronto’s immigration history.
“This investment allows us to welcome artists, audiences and visitors from across Ontario and beyond to The Corleck, a space where stories are shared, partnerships are formed and the spirit of cultural exchange thrives,” said William Peat, executive director of the CIF.
The Corleck Building, formerly known as The Administrative Building for the Canada Malting Company, stands beside the silos that overlook Ireland Park and Billy Bishop Airport. With this central location, the venue will help transform a growing section of Toronto’s waterfront and complement nearby attractions, including Ontario Place, the Ontario Science Centre, Harbourfront Centre and Exhibition Place.
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Original Article at: Remi Network
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