AccessNow, City of Toronto, and TD Bring Back AccessFest June 6, Headlined by X Ambassadors

Maayan Ziv, Founder and CEO of AccessNow (right), and Mayor Olivia Chow, City of Toronto (left), at AccessFest 2025. Business Wire

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A Free Toronto Festival Where Accessibility, Inclusion, and Culture Come to Life

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TORONTO — AccessNow, Canada’s go-to resource for accessibility information, today announces the return of AccessFest, a free, outdoor festival where accessibility, inclusion, and public space come together. Organized with support from the City of Toronto and Lead Sponsor TD, AccessFest brings Canadians together for a full day of performances and programming designed for everyone.

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“AccessFest is about showing what’s possible when accessibility is built in from the start,” said Maayan Ziv, Founder and CEO of AccessNow. “We want Toronto to experience a space that celebrates disability culture, advocates for meaningful inclusion, and sparks a shared sense of belonging.”

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Returning to David Pecaut Square in Toronto on Saturday, June 6, AccessFest offers programming that invites attendees to do more than observe. Every element is designed to encourage interaction, exploration, and connection.

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The Main Stage will be headlined by X Ambassadors, alongside Canadian artists Haviah Mighty, renforshort, and DJ Crip Time. Additional performances include aerialist Erin Ball and an interactive workshop by Julian Ortiz, ASL interpreter for the Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show.

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Hosted by Courtney Gilmour, Juno-nominated comedian and media personality, the festival comes to life through a range of participatory experiences:

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Powered by a growing coalition of government, community partners, and sponsors, AccessFest 2026 builds on last year’s foundation with expanded support. Returning partners include CBC, Motion, National accessArts Centre, The Daniels Corporation, and Sunshine Therapy Dogs. New partners include CIRA, Google, MLSE, Pet Valu, PwC, Toyota Mobility Foundation, Uber, YMCA and TD.

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“AccessFest is a powerful example of what Toronto does best, bringing people together in ways that reflect our values of accessibility and creativity,” said Mayor Olivia Chow. “By highlighting the talent, leadership, and lived experience of people with disabilities, this event moves us closer to a city where everyone can fully participate in public life. I am proud to support this free festival and invite everyone to join us on June 6 at David Pecaut Square to experience it.”

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“At TD, we believe that access is a shared responsibility. It takes collaboration, curiosity, and a commitment to keep learning and improving,” said Maja Neable, Global Chief Marketing, TD Bank Group. “That’s why we are proud to sponsor AccessFest and support its work to help remove barriers, clear pathways, and advance disability inclusion.”

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Event Details

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Date:

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June 6, 2026

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Location:

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David Pecaut Square, Toronto (215 King St. W, Toronto, ON)

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Admission:

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Free and open to all

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9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EDT

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About AccessNow

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AccessNow is a go-to resource for accessibility information. Through the AccessNow app and a growing suite of tools, events, and experiences, AccessNow helps people discover, share, and engage with the accessibility of places and spaces around them. Our work spans technology, public programming, and community-driven data to identify barriers and drive change. We partner with cities, businesses, and organizations to build more inclusive environments and shift culture through education and action. Powered by lived experience, AccessNow is redefining what accessibility looks like across industries, communities, and everyday life.

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About the City of Toronto

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Toronto is home to more than three million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, innovation and climate action and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. For more information visit www.toronto.ca or follow us on X at x.com/cityoftoronto, on Instagram at www.instagram.com/cityofto or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cityofto.

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About TD Bank Group

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The Toronto-Dominion Bank and its subsidiaries are collectively known as TD Bank Group (“TD” or the “Bank”). TD is the sixth largest bank in North America by assets and serves 28.1 million clients in four key businesses operating in a number of locations in financial centres around the globe: Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking, including TD Canada Trust and TD Auto Finance Canada; U.S. Banking, including TD Auto Finance U.S., and TD Wealth (U.S.); Wealth Management and Insurance, including TD Wealth (Canada), TD Direct Investing, and TD Insurance; and Wholesale Banking, including TD Securities and TD Cowen. TD also ranks among North America’s leading digital banks, with more than 13 million active mobile users in Canada and the U.S. TD had $2.1 trillion in assets on January 31, 2026. The Toronto-Dominion Bank trades under the symbol “TD” on the Toronto Stock Exchange and New York Stock Exchange.

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