Learn more about the 2026 artists in residence

The Ontario Heritage Trust is committed to respecting how artists choose to identify themselves and recognizes these as deeply personal decisions. These artist bios are written by the artists in their own words.

2026 artists in residence

Photo: Ieva Grigelionyte

Juliane Foronda (she/her) — Toronto, Ontario

Emily Diana Ruth (she/her) — Toronto, Ontario

Eshan Rafi (they/them) — Toronto, Ontario

Photo: Nika Thompson

Ehiko Odeh (she/her) — Toronto, Ontario

Elena Johnson (she/her/elle) — Vancouver, British Columbia