Patrons
Join Toronto’s ultimate book club!
Toronto International Festival of Authors Patrons have made TIFA a thriving year-round community of curious readers who believe in the power of words and stories. With support from Patrons, TIFA holds Canada’s largest celebration of all things literary, a new crime and mystery writing festival, and exciting international author events throughout the year.
TIFA Patrons – $1,000+
- The “Weekend Pass”: full access to festival events for the 2 days of your choice at the 43rd Toronto International Festival of Authors OR MOTIVE: Crime & Mystery Festival, June 2023
- 25% discount on all other tickets for the annual Festival
- Invitation to the 2022 Festival Launch Welcome Party
- Invitation to exclusive Patron events and receptions
- Unlimited access to digital content throughout the year
- Recognition in the Festival Guide and on the Festival website
- ‘Roland Recommends’ newsletter from the Festival Director
- Discounts and ticket offers with Festival partners
TIFA Patrons Plus – $2,500+
- The “Weekend Pass”: full access to festival events for the 2 days of your choice at the 43rd Toronto International Festival of Authors AND MOTIVE: Crime & Mystery Festival, June 2023
- Annual limited-edition print book featuring specially commissioned writing
TIFA Champions – $5,000+
- Special recognition on an event series or programme that matches your interests on the Festival website and onstage
- Opportunity to host a special private reception for your guests with the Festival Director and authors attending
- All-Access pass for the entire Festival
- Personal ticket concierge service
Global Authors Club – $10,000+
- Unlimited extra invitations for your guests for Patron events and receptions
- Exclusive and intimate Global Authors Club dinners with outstanding authors
- Alexander McCall Smith on September 12, 2022
- Ian Rankin on November 7, 2022
- Reserved seating and priority access for all events
- Annual international trip to world leading literary festivals hosted by Festival Director Roland Gulliver
Important Dates
- Alexander McCall Smith event – September 12, 2022
- 43rd Annual Toronto International Festival of Authors – September 22-October 2, 2022
- The Moth at Koerner Hall – October 1, 2022
- Theater of War – October 26-30, 2022
- Ian Rankin event – November 7, 2022
- 2nd Annual MOTIVE: Crime & Mystery Festival – June 2023
- Edinburgh International Book Festival Global Authors Club exclusive trip hosted by Festival Director Roland Gulliver – August 2023
Thank you to the Founding Members of the Global Authors Club
Marilyn and Charles Baillie
Gail and Mark Appel
Beth Nowers and Jack Curtin
The Bennett Family Foundation
For more information or to join, please contact giving@festivalofauthors.ca
