Medium: Spraypaints and Outdoor latex Paint
Organization: Street Art Toronto
Location: Deborah Laneway, Toronto

At the center of this mural, a woman inspired by the pineapple fruit symbolizes
warmth, welcoming energy, and community. Her orange hue reflects the glow of ripe
tropical fruit and the presence of her background in the current neighborhood which
she’s painted in. She stands as the human connection to land and nourishment of
the body and spirit. Surrounding her are elements that speak to both Canadian and
Afro-Caribbean cultural roots: Canadian animals such as the moose and beaver
represent the local land which her ancestors immigrated to, while tropical fruits like
mangoes and coconuts highlight where they came from, and passed down
traditions of food, family, and sharing. The hummingbird — a key request from the
homeowner — ties these worlds together as a symbol of resilience and migration.
The bold colours reflect Toronto’s diverse and vivid community, while the use of
greenery and flowers emphasize nature’s role in sustaining life.