About

This fall, TIFA returns to Victoria University at the University of Toronto and welcomes acclaimed writers, passionate readers and book lovers from around the globe for Canada’s largest and longest-running literary festival. With a new 5 day format over and 100 events ranging from conversations, masterclasses, talks, and readings, the festival will take place at new venues in partnership with Victoria University at the University of Toronto.

Each year, TIFA brings people together to share stories, exchange ideas, and celebrate a love of literature. In 2025, this mission is more urgent than ever. TIFA has the unique ability to place Canadian and international writers together on a global stage, celebrating their stories and perspectives with audiences in Toronto, Canada and beyond. This year, the Festival welcomes authors from Japan, Taiwan, Korea, New Zealand, France, Germany, Portugal, Ireland, USA, Brazil and more, with many writers having roots and stories that span the globe. 

Box Office

The on-site TIFA Box Office will be located in the Victoria University Lobby. The Box Office will be open at 1:30 PM on weekdays and one hour before the first event on weekends.

After purchasing your pass online, you’ll receive a QR code. Present it at the Box Office in person to get your festival badge, which grants access to all standard events. 

Masterclasses use QR code entry at the door. 

Click here for passes.

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