The 2026 Jack Matthews Fellowship featuring Edward Burtynsky
Event Details
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Tuesday, November 3, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
City: Lakefield
Lakefield College School
Room: Hepburn Hall
Cost: Free
Speaker: Edward Burtynsky
A presentation by world-renowned Canadian photographer Edward Burtynsky who creates stunning photos that explore large-scale social, political, and economic issues, including water, oil, and the upheaval caused by rapid industrialization and climate change. This lecture is supported by the Trent University Jack & Jane Matthews Endowed Fund.
Date: Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Hepburn Hall, Lakefield College School, 4391 County Road 29, Lakefield Ontario K0L 2H0
The lecture is free, but please book tickets.
Jack Matthews Fellowship
The Jack Matthews Fellowship is named in honour of the founding director of the Trent International Program. Matthews was also founder of Pearson United World College and the Canadian Canoe Museum, and previously served as headmaster of Lakefield College School. Each year, a Fellow is chosen who embodies the value of those institutions and the legendary spirit of Canadian global citizenship.
Community Speaker Series
At Trent University, we believe in the power of lifelong learning and professional development for our alumni, staff, faculty, students, and community members. Each year, Trent offers public lectures featuring visiting distinguished visiting scholars and experts, sharing ideas and knowledge on subjects such as the Environment, Business and Public Policy, Philosophy, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Thanks to generous philanthropic support, these talks are free and open to both the Trent community and the public.
Contact Info
For more information, please email communityspeakerseries@trentu.ca.