Toronto has launched a new online map to help locals and visitors alike find the street art that dots the city.
The map shows a sampling of murals created through the city’s StreetARToronto initiative, which aims to reduce graffiti vandalism.
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The digital map was developed by a partnership between the initiative and Civic Hall Toronto.
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It identifies the artist and arts organization responsible for the painting, and also describes the stories and themes behind each piece.
The city is also launching a new online funding application portal meant to make it faster and easier for local artists to apply for funding from the arts initiative.
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