50 Years, 50 Stories

Save the Date
Opening Saturday, July 9th

Equinox Gallery is marking its 50th anniversary in 2022. In celebrating this momentous achievement the gallery is pleased to feature 50 Years, 50 Stories, a group exhibition that tells the story of significant moments, personal histories, and new beginnings. Spanning decades and cultures, this exhibition will consider the diverse development of art-making in Canada. Please join us as we reflect on the past 50 years while looking forward to the next 50. 

Over the past 50 years, Equinox Gallery has garnered a reputation as one of the best-established galleries in Canada, putting together over 400 exhibitions, including solo exhibitions for represented artists, as well as group shows that highlight parts of the community or moments of Canadian art history.

Equinox Gallery was founded in 1972 by Elizabeth Nichol whose love of art and desire to enrich the fabric of the city led her to establish a private gallery. The first exhibition, Clarities Portfolio by Vasarely opened in March 1972 at the 1139a Robson Street location. While Equinox 's roster and location have changed and expanded over the years, the defining commitment to representing and exhibition Canadian artist remains at its core. The gallery's long-term relationships with artist and collectors remains at the core of the Equinox ethos. It is through these 20, 30, 40+ year relationships that we are ale to deeply understand and contribute to the significant role that art plays in people's lives.