The Power Plant, one of Toronto's most established contemporary art galleries, is located in an actual power plant - one that was in operation for most of the 1900s. It's an iconic structure, widely recognized by its smokestack and exterior facade. Situated amidst the tourist landscape that isHarbourfront, The Power Plant is removed from the more concentrated local arts scenes onWest Queen West,Yorkvilleand theDistillery Districtbut each year artists and gallery supporters flock here for the much anticipated fundraiser and art party that isthe Power Ball.

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