Toronto 
Events Description
Presented By: City of Toronto, Humber Polytechnic, Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design.
How to Survive a Bear Attack, by Claire Cameron, finalist for the 2025 Governor General’s Literary Award in Non-Fiction, investigates a rare bear attack in Algonquin Park while reflecting on her own battle with genetic cancer. Blending nature writing, true crime and memoir, Cameron explores fear, resilience and survival.
By the Lake Book Club hosts six Tuesday-night events from February to December with top Canadian authors and Humber Polytechnics alumni. Each in-person event features readings, discussions, Q&A, book signings and ASL interpretation, while virtual sessions include live subtitles and audio access.
Who is it for?
All ages
HOW MUCH
Tickets : $10.00 – $21.00
Reservations / Advance Tickets: Required
Virtual Tickets: $10
In Person Tickets: $21
How to get tickets?
Phone: 416-338-7255
Email: assembly@toronto.ca
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Tuesday September 15, 2026 at 7 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Venue & Address
Assembly Hall, 1 Colonel Samuel Smith Park Dr, Etobicoke ON M8V 4B6
Wheelchair accessible
Street Parking
Paid Parking
Accessible by Public Transport
