The Word On The Street is more than a festival, it’s a community! Get to know our team, working year-round to help you discover great books by Canadian and Indigenous authors.
Co-Executive Director
kent@thewordonthestreet.ca
With 20 years of experience in branding, media production, and cultural programming, Kent Robinson is a creative strategist known for building meaningful experiences that resonate with audiences. As the Founder of Propagation Media, Kent leads a studio dedicated to thoughtful design, compelling storytelling, and innovative audience engagement.
Kent has worked with many of Canada’s leading screen and cultural institutions—including the CMPA, WIFT-T, Business for the Arts, the Toronto Board of Trade, and the Directors Guild of Canada—to develop dynamic events, content, and brand strategies. His background spans film, television, festivals, and the arts, with a passion for helping creators articulate their vision and amplify their reach.
A seasoned producer, Kent co-produced the Toronto Screenwriting Conference, helping shape its eight-season run into a must-attend event for industry professionals. He continues to support creators and organizations with pitch development, visual identity, web platforms, and marketing strategy.
At Propagation Media, Kent directs a full-service creative team specializing in live events, digital experiences, and branded content. Whether developing immersive festivals, building inclusive online platforms, or launching national campaigns, Kent brings creative vision and strategic insight to every project.
Together with partner Kim Robinson, Kent has also been a driving force behind The Word On The Street Toronto for over a decade—helping it grow into Canada’s largest literary festival through accessible design, brand evolution, and innovative programming.
Co-Executive Director
kim@thewordonthestreet.ca
Kim Robinson brings more than two decades of experience in event production, sponsorship strategy, and cultural programming to her role as Co-Executive Director at The Word On The Street Toronto. With a background in the screen-based and nonprofit sectors, she specializes in building partnerships, managing logistics, and ensuring long-term sustainability for ambitious creative projects.
Kim has produced major initiatives with some of Canada’s most respected industry organizations—including the Canadian Media Producers Association, Women in Film & Television Toronto, and the Directors Guild of Canada—where she has led the development of live events, workshops, and conferences that support emerging talent and advance equity in the industry.
Alongside Kent Robinson, Kim co-produced eight successful seasons of the Toronto Screenwriting Conference, bringing together top-tier creators and executives to spark new industry conversations and opportunities. As Partner at Propagation Media, she leads operations, development, and funding strategy—helping clients scale their impact through sponsorship, grants, and strategic collaborations.
Kim is deeply invested in creating inclusive, accessible events and platforms that celebrate Canadian and Indigenous voices. Through her long standing work on The Word On The Street Toronto, she has helped grow the festival’s funding, accessibility, and public engagement—ensuring that literature and storytelling remain essential and accessible parts of our public life.
Mailing Address
The Word On The Street Toronto
192 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, ON M5T 2C2
General Inquiries
toronto@thewordonthestreet.ca
416-504-7241
Amanda Olson, President
Natalee A. Johnson, Vice President
Evan Dickson, Treasurer
Cindy Ma, Secretary
Nancy Cooper
Alex Snider
Deepak Iyer
Paul Nazareth
