Canadian Olympic silver medalist Toller Cranston has long been a loyal fan of the City of Winnipeg. Having earned his first National Figure Skating title there in 1971, been presented with the City of Winnipeg’s Honourary Citizenship scroll in 1976 and welcomed with open arms numerous times for appearances, book signings and autograph sessions, it was without hesitation that Toller agreed to a three‐day art exhibition in the place he refers to as Canada’s most progressive and supportive city when it comes to the arts.

The art exhibition, entitled ‘Up Close and Personal with Toller Cranston’ features some of Toller’s most well‐known art pieces, including a stunning collection of never‐before‐seen original sculptures by the famously flamboyant Canadian.

From earning an Olympic medal in the 1976 Winter Games, becoming a six‐time Canadian champion and being honoured with the title of Canada’s Athlete of the Year, to his appointment into the Order of Canada and distinction as an internationally‐revered painter, illustrator, author, designer, choreographer, commentator and star of  numerous award‐winning television specials and films, it is Toller Cranston’s lifetime of achievements that make him as extraordinary an artist as he is a Canadian.

Artist in attendance.