The
Canadian
Library
Through Art. We Reconcile, Reconnect, & Rebuild.
What is an installation art Micro Gallery?
A Micro Gallery is a temporary art installation, on a smaller scale, where individuals can see books wrapped in Indigenous materials, before being moved to a permanent installation. (to be determined at a later date).
​A Micro Gallery is a means of educating Canadians on the important issues surrounding MMIWG and children and starting important conversations.
Who Can Build a Micro Gallery
Businesses and local establishments are at the core of our project. If the idea of The Canadian Library appeals to you, you can create your own Micro Gallery.
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Any type of establishment can easily install a micro gallery.
Coffee Shop
Business offices
Churches
or any other facility that people in your neighbourhood frequent
How do you go about creating a Micro Gallery?
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Assembling Your Bookshelf
Visit a nearby IKEA and purchase the Billy bookcase.
All of the Micro Galleries are intended to have a uniform appearance so that visitors will not have any trouble identifying them.
Pro-tip: There are numerous locations throughout the city that sell used books as well. For example, Value Village. You can even organize a drive where people can donate books. Ensure the books are in good condition in order for them to be covered properly.
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Your Micro Gallery is Live
Your established Micro Gallery is now ready to be viewed and the start of settlers being educated.
Creating important conversations and an understanding of the inequalities that exist in Canada is the key towards establishing true reconciliation.
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Gathering of all Micro Galleries
TCL’s ultimate goal is to gather all of the Micro Galleries from across Canada and have them displayed in one final resting place.
Creating one massive art installation in one of our major museums or galleries will continue to serve as a living memorial as well as a conversation starter and an educational tool for all, for years to come.
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Want your Micro Gallery to Remain?
We will help you create a new Micro Gallery as a duplicate of your original one, should you wish to have one permanently displayed in your establishment.