Yorkville Murals Faces Funding Collapse | Toronto News

Toronto News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

Yorkville Murals, Toronto’s beloved downtown street art festival, is calling it quits after two years — and it’s not just bad luck. City grants they relied on were denied amid record demand for cultural funding, forcing organizers to cancel what once drew tens of thousands. Co-founders are stunned by the city’s shift in priorities, especially as suburban festivals get more attention. With one final event this weekend, they’re hoping for a miracle — but the bigger question remains: how does Toronto fund its soul? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…