Reconstructions of Home

Reconstructions of Home is a multi-sited progression of installations and soundscapes under the Gardiner Expressway through which community artists examine the tensions and violence of displacements, while honouring and celebrating the experiences of joy and community of those who have survived homelessness under bridges in Toronto.

Artist Ryan Weaver creates a soundscape of stories and recollections from homeless community members as the backbone to understanding the hidden histories of Toronto’s homeless culture and frames the ongoing conflict between the city and displacements of these communities. Collected stories will create audio files later to be mixed and synthesized into a cohesive soundscape for several sites under the Gardiner. Presented in partnership with The Bentway.