Toronto-based Heffel Fine Art Auction House will host its Spring Auction on May 22, 2025, featuring a two-part sale: the Postwar and Contemporary Art sale at 5 p.m. EST, followed by the Canadian, Impressionist, and Modern Art sale at 7 p.m. EST. The auction highlights Canadian art from the past century, including works by Group of Seven members like Lawren Harris and Tom Thomson, as well as Refus Global artist Jean-Paul Riopelle. Notable lots include Harris's *Northern Lake* (1926) estimated at $2–3 million CAD, Riopelle's *Sans titre* (1952) with estimate upon request, and Thomson's *Autumn, Algonquin Park* (1914) estimated at $1–1.2 million CAD.
This sale matters because it underscores the growing global recognition and market value of Canadian art, particularly works by historically significant artists like the Group of Seven and Jean-Paul Riopelle. By offering pieces from private collectors and historic institutions such as the University Club of Toronto, the auction provides a rare opportunity for collectors to acquire masterpieces that have shaped Canada's national narrative. The event also reflects the strength and depth of the Canadian art market, with high estimates signaling sustained demand for canonical Canadian works.