John Tory, the former mayor of Toronto, has been appointed as the new chair of the board of directors for the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). In a statement, Tory expressed his enthusiasm for collaborating with TIFF’s board members, leaders, artists, and filmmakers to influence the organization’s future direction.
Tory’s tenure officially commences on October 1, as disclosed in a recent news release. The upcoming festival is scheduled to take place from September 10 to 20. He succeeds Jeffrey Remedios, who held the position since 2021.
In his departure, Remedios commended TIFF and its management, reflecting on his pride in contributing to the film festival’s growth. Additionally, TIFF announced the appointment of three new board members: Deborah Flint, David Furnish, and Daniel Tisch EchevarrÃa. Concurrently, Asha Daniere is stepping down from the board after nine years of service, with TIFF expressing gratitude for her dedication and contributions.
