Editorial

Sometimes health issues can really weigh on our minds. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 35.6 million people around the globe are living with dementia and this number is expected to double by 2030. To address this growing concern, a thoughtful group of philanthropists, artists, businesses and galleries have put their heads together to create an art project that will get everyone thinking about brain health. The Brain Project, a curated collection of 100 brain sculptures designed by a diverse group of artists, will raise funds for care and research into Alzheimer’s and age-related dementia at Baycrest Health Sciences, a world leader in brain health and aging. Beginning this June, an eclectic collection of brain sculptures will be on display at venues across Toronto. With only two months to go, here are a few of The Brain Project’s recent accomplishments: 100 artists, including… Karim Rashid, one of the most prolific designers of his...