Critical Conversations
During the 42nd edition of the Toronto International Festival of Authors, hear from authors, activists and experts as they take part in live, candid conversation to reflect on the topics that matter most in this unprecedented time. These enlightening discussions on crises of health, housing, resources and justice examine how local, national and international politics, technology and culture are helping or hurting our collective sustainability. Tune in each day of the Festival to hear new speakers in critical conversation.
These panels are proudly supported by
Harriet Lewis and Eldon Bennett
Andrew and Valerie Pringle
Each event will be available to view for 72 hours after the indicated start time. All times are in ET.


Climate for All: Disability Rights & the Environment
October 21 at 7:30pm

Sustainable Living: Toronto’s Homelessness Crisis
October 22 at 7:30pm

Space Travel: A Sustainable Future Frontier
October 23 at 7:30pm

The Politics of Water: Resource Vs. Rights
October 24 at 7:30pm

Sustainable Agriculture: Putting Thought into Our Food
October 25 at 7:30pm

Finding Truth & Reconciliation in Canada
October 26 at 7:30pm

Sustainable Life: Community Care for an Aging Population
October 27 at 7:30pm

Sustained Breath: Fighting for Clean Air
October 28 at 7:30pm

Sustaining the Self: The Youth Mental Health Pandemic
October 29 at 7:30pm

The New Inequality: Vaccine Ethics
October 30 at 7:30pm

Our Times are Crisis: COVID, Climate & Disaster Solutions
October 31 at 7:30pm