Toronto, October 29–November 2, 2025 — The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA), Canada’s longest-running literary celebration, returns this fall with a bold new look and location. Now set at Victoria University at the University of Toronto, the 2025 edition will deliver five days of storytelling, discussion, and discovery — bringing together writers, thinkers, and readers from around the world.
A New Chapter for Canada’s Premier Literary Festival
This year, TIFA welcomes more than 100 events, including readings, masterclasses, and thought-provoking conversations featuring authors from Japan, Korea, New Zealand, France, Germany, Portugal, Ireland, the U.S., Brazil, and beyond. The festival’s move to Victoria University introduces new spaces and formats designed to create intimate, engaging literary experiences for audiences.
Highlights of TIFA 2025
October 28 – PEN Canada / Graeme Gibson Talk 2025: Notes on the New America, featuring Rachel Maddow and Rebecca Solnit discussing the shifting U.S. political landscape.
October 29 – Award-winning novelist Kiran Desai explores themes of love, loss, and rediscovery in Love Lost & Found.
November 1 – Historian Serhii Plokhy leads a conversation on Understanding the Nuclear Age and its global implications.
November 2 – Fight for Freedom, Search for Truth features Nathan Harris and Patrick Tarr discussing the power of fiction to confront oppression and inspire change.
A Festival for Every Reader
From deep-dive literary talks to community-focused events, TIFA 2025 continues to champion inclusivity and creativity in literature. With both ticketed and free sessions, the festival invites everyone — from devoted book lovers to casual readers — to engage, reflect, and celebrate the written word in all its forms.
How to Attend
Most events take place at Victoria University at U of T. Passes and tickets are required for most sessions.
