Upcoming Opportunities- July 2024
Below is our list of opportunities available across Canada. Please note that while we do our best to relay information as accurately as possible, external organizations may change their guidelines as necessary. Scroll through all opportunities, or jump to:
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Creative Write - Commercial Production: Corus Entertainment is looking for an experienced and dynamic Creative Writer to join our Ontario Central Creative Services team for a 6-month contract.
Location: London, Ontario
Deadline to apply: July 18, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Not Specified
Contact: Call general reception at 416-479-7000
Social Media Specialist: Develop and implement social media strategies to increase brand awareness and controlled engagement with Beneficiaries of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement and other target audiences.
Location: Nunatsiavut, Canada
Deadline to apply: July 21, 2024
How to apply: Please submit your resume to careers [at] nunatsiavut [dot] com
Compensation: Not specified
Contact: careers [at] nunatsiavut [dot] com
Associate Program Officer - Indigenous Arts: The Ontario Arts Council (OAC) requires an Indigenous arts professional with experience in arts administration, and knowledge and expertise working with and in support of Indigenous arts, artists, collectives and organizations to join the Indigenous arts team in the newly added role of associate program officer.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: July 24, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $59,263 - $89,771
Contact: hr [at] arts [dot] on.ca
Indigenous Outreach and Events Coordinator: Reporting to the Manager, Indigenous Student Centre (ISC), the Indigenous Outreach & Events Coordinator provides outreach to Indigenous OCAD University (OCAD U) students, staff and faculty, and the Indigenous community.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: July 26, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $57,486.45 to $65,772.56 per annum
Contact: Email people [at] ocadu [dot] ca
TD Curator of Collections: Museum London invites applications for the role of TD Curator of Collections who will join our team on a two-year contract and undertake research into our context in Southwestern Ontario and ML’s unique art and material culture collections and develop programs.
Location: London, Ontario
Deadline to apply: July 26, 2024
How to apply: Applications should be submitted in PDF format directly to careers [at] museumlondon [dot] ca with the job title as the subject line.
Compensation: $61,082 to $64,478
Contact: careers [at] museumlondon [dot] ca
Curator of Indigenous Collections: The position of Curator of Indigenous Collections is a newly-created full-time, permanent role in the Curatorial Department of the Bata Shoe Museum. The successful candidate will help shape the museum’s future through creating thoughtful new ways of engaging with the collection, researching and writing curating innovative and thought-provoking new exhibitions, working collaboratively with colleagues, and helping to create and promote inclusive relationships with Indigenous communities.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: July 29, 2024
How to apply: All interested applicants can send their résumé to Melissa Sumnauth by e-mailing msumnauth [at] bipocsearch [dot] com
Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000
Contact: Melissa Sumnauth msumnauth [at] bipocsearch [dot] com
General Audition Notice - Indigenous Theatre, National Arts Centre: NAC Indigenous Theatre’s Artistic Director, Kevin Loring, will be conducting general auditions, as an invitation to meet the local Indigenous performer community and with an eye to casting future productions.
Location: Multiple locations across Canada
Deadline to apply: July 30th & 31st in Montreal, August 1st & 2nd in Toronto
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Not specified
Contact: Email Brit Johnston, Associate Producer, NAC Indigenous Theatre at indigenoustheatre [at] nac-cna [dot] ca
Call for Managers, Designers and Technician: Indigenous Performing Arts NL (IPANL) is hiring the for their Year of the Arts project NSITUNINAL: OUR VOICES, a seven-person show incorporating theatre, dance, drumming and singing that is touring the Arts and Culture Centres located on the island of Ktaqmkuk (now known as Newfoundland) and Labrador in October 2024.
Location: St. John’s, Newfoundland
Deadline to apply: August 9, 2024
How to apply: Please express your interest to admin [at] ipanl [dot] ca
Compensation: Dependent on role
Contact: admin [at] ipanl [dot] ca
Canada Research Chair in Contemporary Indigenous Art (Assistant/Associate Professor): The CRC Chair is intended for exceptional emerging researchers who have knowledge to lead their field of research. The CRC is for a five-year term and is renewable once. This is a tenure track Professorial Stream appointment commencing January 1, 2025. PhD or near completion or MFA with significant professional experience.
Location: York University, Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: September 30, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
Contact: Please contact Patrick Legris, Administrative Assistant, [email protected]
Gallery Educator: The Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG) is looking to add bilingual Gallery Educators to its team. Join a dynamic work environment at one of the most vital visual arts institutions in Ottawa.
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Please send your cover letter and CV to jobs [at] oaggao [dot] ca
Compensation: $21 an hour
Contact: jobs [at] oaggao [dot] ca
Gallery Manager and Curator; Maternity leave coverage: The Gallery Manager/Curator is part of the Senior management team with responsibility to plan, execute and evaluate annual programs of visual art exhibitions within the exhibition spaces of The ACT Arts Centre (ACT Gallery and Passagio Gallery), by presenting a balance of emerging and established visual artists from across the Lower Mainland and community groups.
Location: Maple Ridge, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
How to apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume via email with the subject line “Curator” to humanresources [at] mract [dot] org
Compensation: $60,000 per annum
Contact: humanresources [at] mract [dot] org
Indigenous Librarian: The Canadian Association for the Performing Arts (CAPACOA), the Indigenous Performing Arts Alliance (IPAA) and the National Arts Centre Indigenous Theatre are looking for a part-time Indigenous Librarian to lead documentation efforts focused on Indigenous artists, their works and the performances in which they are featured.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: Until Filled
How to apply: Until Filled
Compensation: $23.81 - 28.77 per hour
Contact: myjob [at] capacoa [dot] ca
Guest Editors for the Inuit Art Quarterly: Are you a circumpolar Indigenous editor, writer, critic or storyteller passionate about arts and culture? Are you interested in sharing stories of the artists and art forms you care deeply about? The Inuit Art Foundation invites you to apply to guest edit an upcoming issue of the Inuit Art Quarterly!
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: This is a nine-month part-time editorial contract. Guest editors will receive an honoraria of $10,000 CAD per issue.
Contact: Email Napatsi Folger at nfolger [at] inuitartfoundation [dot] org
Inuit Art Quarterly Editorial Advisory Committee Members: Are you passionate about circumpolar Indigenous art? Are you interested in sharing stories of the artists and art forms you care deeply about? Do you want to help shape the content of the IAQ? The Inuit Art Foundation invites you to apply to join its new Editorial Advisory!
Editorial Advisory members will have the opportunity to suggest content, recommend policy and identify writers and artists whose work should be included in the IAQ in print and online.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $2,000 annually
Contact: Email Napatsi Folger at nfolger [at] inuitartfoundation [dot] org
Calls for Submissions
Expressions of Interest: The Nunatsiavut Department of Language, Culture and Tourism is creating a Nunatsiavut Kajak historical book and is looking for an individual(s) who is interested in doing illustrations.
Location: Remote / Nunatsiavut
Deadline to apply: July 25, 2024
How to apply: Interested candidates should contact Brenda Jarause at Brenda.jararuse [at] nunatsiavut [dot] com
Compensation: Not specified
Contact: Brenda.jararuse [at] nunatsiavut [dot] com
North Shore Art Crawl Call for Artists: This free, annual 3-day arts festival offers art enthusiasts an insider’s look into the vibrant North Shore arts scene. With opening receptions, art practice demonstrations and open studio tours, from over 300+ participating artists across North Vancouver and West Vancouver, there is plenty to see and do. Grab your friends and family and make a weekend of it here on the North Shore.
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: July 26, 2024
How to apply: Register online
Compensation: Dependent on what you sell. Note there is a registration fee
Contact: Contact online
Lumiere Call for Artists: The Lumiere Festival provides meaningful space and opportunities for emerging and professional artists of all disciplines and backgrounds to create and share their work within the community.
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: July 31, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Not specified
Contact: Email lumierefestivalvan [at] gmail [dot] com
Portrait Competition, Exhibition, and Live Painting Event: The Langley Arts Council is inviting BC-Based Portrait Artists to compete in the 2024 Portrait Artist of the Year Competition!
Location: Aldergrove, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: July 31, 2024
How to apply: Fill out application form and complete registration fee payment
Compensation: Cash and gift card prizes for winners. Artwork can be sold as well
Contact: galleries@ [at] langleyarts [dot] ca
Call for Contributors - Forging: Forging, a digital-first journal by @forgeprojectny for critically imagining Native futures, invites you to contribute to its next issue theme: Governance.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: August 1, 2024
How to apply: Please submit ideas, abstracts, and any questions to frances [at] forgeproject [dot] com
Compensation: $1 per word
Contact: frances [at] forgeproject [dot] com
2025 Capture Photography Festival: The Richmond Public Art Program and Richmond Art Gallery invite artists and artist collectives/groups to submit lens-based proposals for temporary public art installations at one of two locations on the Canada Line: Aberdeen Station and Brighouse Terminus Station, as part of Capture Photography Festival 2025.
Location: Richmond, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: August 5, 2024
How to apply: Email submissions to publicart [at] richmond [dot] ca
Compensation: $1,500 artist fee
Contact: Email publicart [at] richmond [dot] ca
Temporary Public Art Program: The Temporary Public Art Program offers artists of diverse backgrounds and skillsets the opportunity to create artwork for public spaces in Nanaimo.
Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: August 11, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $7,500
Contact: cultureandevents [at] nanaimo [dot] ca
Call for Proposals: The Canadian Crafts Federation is seeking proposals for the new Robert Jekyll Award pin. The Robert Jekyll Award for Leadership in Craft is presented annually to individuals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to advancing the Canadian craft sector.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: August 30, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Compensation will be calculated based on the winning applicant’s proposed budget
Contact: Email info [at] canadiancraftsfederation [dot] ca
Call for Proposals- 2025-2028 Exhibitions and Programming at Eltuek Arts Centre: We are excited to announce that applications for exhibitions are now open. We seek proposals for 2025-2028 in our dedicated gallery space, Gallery 203, and other spaces in Eltuek Arts Centre, including Gallery 211, Gallery 209, Corridor Gallery, and the Bell Tower Lounge.
Location: Unama’ki (Cape Breton), Nova Scotia
Deadline to apply: September 6, 2024
How to apply: Send applications to call [at] eltuek [dot] ca
Compensation: Dependent on agreed upon proposed budget
Contact: Email Melissa Kearney, Artistic Director at mkearney [at] newdawn [dot] ca
Call to Artists - Request for Qualifications: Oxford Properties Group (“Oxford”) and Kyla Radoja (the Public “Art Consultant”) are seeking to commission an artist or artist-led team to create new permanent Gateway public artwork(s) to be installed in a future Scarborough Town Centre master-planned community at the entrance(s) of a central pedestrian mews located at (25 Borough Drive, Scarborough, ON, Canada, the “Site”).
Location: Scarborough, Ontario
Deadline to apply: September 30, 2024
How to apply: Applications should be submitted via e-mail to Kyla Radoja, Public Art Consultant aat artconsulting [at] kylaradoja [dot] com
Compensation: $755,000 +HST project budget
Contact: Kyla Radoja, Public Art Consultant at artconsulting [at] kylaradoja [dot] com
Call for Art Submissions by Indigenous Artists in Canada: The Indigenous Art Centre and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) invite Indigenous artists to apply to the 2024 to 2025 peer juried Indigenous art acquisition program.
Location: Collection is in Gatineau, Quebec, but accepting applicants all over Canada
Deadline to apply: October 1, 2024
How to apply: Submissions or requests for more information can be sent to:
Indigenous Art Centre acquisition program, 2024 to 2025
Indigenous Art Centre
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
10 rue Wellington, Room 928
Gatineau QC K1A OH4
Phone: 819-994-1262
Email: art [at] rcaanc-cirnac [dot] gc.ca
Compensation: Not specified
Contact: Phone: 819-994-1262
Email: art [at] rcaanc-cirnac [dot] gc.ca
Call for Artists for Alaska Triennial: The Alaska Triennial is organized by the Anchorage Museum. The Triennial celebrates place through the lens of contemporary art with new works submitted by Alaska artists. Individual artists are encouraged to submit works in a variety of media, including performance, writing, and sound.
Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Deadline to apply: October 1, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Not specified
Contact: triennial [at] anchoragemuseum [dot] org
Indigenous Art Writing Award: Presented by C Magazine and the Indigenous Curatorial Collective / Collectif des commissaires autochtones (ICCA). We’re excited to launch the 3rd annual Indigenous Art Writing Award, an initiative created to support, compensate, and platform three standout individuals who are advancing critical and creative thought about Indigenous contemporary art.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: November 22. 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $1,500 for winner, $1,000 for two runner ups
Contact: Email editor [at] cmagazine [dot] com
Call for Submissions, Charlotte Glencross Gallery & Penny Gallery: Exhibitions are selected by a panel of respected artists, art educators, and enthusiasts that comprise our Selection Committee.The Charlotte Street Arts Centre is happy to receive applications for both the Charlotte Glencross and Penny Gallery at any time.
Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Complete submission form and send CV, Artist Statement, and 10-15 images of work to exhibitions [at] charlottestreetarts [dot] ca
Compensation: Dependent on what you sell
Contact: exhibitions [at] charlottestreetarts [dot] ca
General Writing Submissions for IAQ: Do you have a great idea for an article on Inuit art? We want to hear from you! The IAQ publishes engaging thoughtful stories, for both the print magazine and our website, from across Inuit Nunangat and beyond that centre the experiences and work of Inuit artists across all mediums. We publish a wide range of stories, including artist interviews, historical analyses and personal essays. The IAQ accepts pitches on topics about Inuit artists and their work year-round.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: Ongoing, Open Call
How to apply: Please send pitches to: iaq [at] inuitartfoundation [dot] org and include “Submission for IAQ Open Call” in the subject line
Compensation: $1 per word + complementary issue of magazine
Contact: iaq [at] inuitartfoundation [dot] org
DesignTO 2025 Call for Independent Projects: Independently produced projects are integral to the Festival’s structure. We welcome all who want to present, discuss, demonstrate, or exhibit design in any field and/or related disciplines.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: October 11, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Fee to be paid, can be covered by grant or partner institution
Contact: Robyn Wilcox, Head of Programming, at robyn [at] designto [dot] org
Residency Opportunities
Beneath the Surface Call for Artists: Professional development retreat, exhibition and public engagement at Fundy National Park in partnership with Craft NB and Parks Canada.
Location: Fundy National Park, New Brunswick
Deadline to apply: July 15, 2024
How to apply: Email application to director [at] craftnb [dot] ca
Compensation: Artist Fees
Contact: director [at] craftnb [dot] ca
DARC Indigenous Residency: Presented with the support of The Hnatyshyn Foundation, DARC’s Indigenous Residency is a one-month intensive on-site artist residency, offered to mid-career Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) artists in the Ottawa-Gatineau region who are seeking to develop their current practice, experiment with a new medium, or continue an existing project.
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Deadline to apply: July 15, 2024
How to apply: Apply through AMS
Compensation: $2,000 artist fee and $500 for an artist talk
Contact: access [at] digitalartsresourcecentre [dot] ca
Media Training Program: Ujarak Media is currently accepting applications from Newfoundland Indigenous youth aged 18-30 who are interested in film and TV production.
Location: St. John’s, Newfoundland
Deadline to apply: July 18, 2024
How to apply: Email Jessica Brown at jessica [at] ujarakmedia [dot] com
Compensation: Honorarium will be provided
Contact: Email Jessica Brown at jessica [at] ujarakmedia [dot] com
Beneath the Surface Call for Artists: Professional development retreat, exhibition and public engagement at Fundy National Park in partnership with Craft NB and Parks Canada.
Location: Fundy National Park, New Brunswick
Deadline to apply: Extended to July 19, 2024
How to apply: Email application to director [at] craftnb [dot] ca
Compensation: Artist Fees
Contact: director [at] craftnb [dot] ca
Open Call for Ceramic, Glass, and Enamel Arts TD Residency for Black, Indigenous, and Underrepresented Peoples and Communities: Applications are now open for our Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 residency terms as part of the Ceramic, Glass, and Enamel Arts TD Residency for Black, Indigenous, and Underrepresented Peoples and Communities. The Fall residency period is scheduled to begin in October of 2024. Winter 2025 Residency term begins February or March.
Location: Waterloo, Ontario
Deadline to apply: August 1, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $6,500 honorarium for travel and living expenses, and $500 for materials and tools
Contact: Email info [at] theclayandglass [dot] ca
Art Writing Mentorship: Emerging writers based anywhere in Saskatchewan are invited to apply to CARFAC SASK’s 2024-2025 Art Writing Mentorship program with mentoring writers Emily Riddle (Edmonton) and Nic Wilson (Regina).
Location: Remote, anywhere in Saskatchewan
Deadline to apply: August 29, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Small materials subsidy provided
Contact: Program & Outreach Director Jera MacPherson at programs.sask [at] carfac [dot] ca
Artist in Residence: The Abbotsford Arts Council is accepting applications from local artists on an ongoing basis for its Artist In Residence Program. The AiR is a self-directed program offering opportunities for artists to work in the secondary space of the Kariton Art Gallery.
Location: Abbotsford, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Submit application to gallerycoordinator [at] abbotsfordartscouncil [dot] com
Compensation: Use of gallery space
Contact: gallerycoordinator [at] abbotsfordartscouncil [dot] com
RBC Emerging Artists Membership Program: If you are an emerging artist, The Power Plant is thrilled to invite you to join the RBC Emerging Artists Membership Program - a new initiative for emerging Artist Members across Canada, designed to help artists connect and develop essential skills for a successful art career.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Multiple benefits provided
Contact: programs [at] thepowerplant [dot] org
Write Over Here: Indigenous Screenwriting Residency 2025: Write Over Here is a screenwriting residency where dedicated Indigenous writers are invited to engage with faculty to support the development of their scripts for feature or short films, series and narratives. Participants will meet with the faculty team for both group gatherings and one-on-one sessions; online in Week 1 and in-person for Weeks 2 - 4.
Location: Banff, Alberta, and online
Deadline to apply: September 11, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: There is a program fee, but a scholarship of 100% is available and will be applied to cover tuition, meals and accommodation costs
Contact: IndigenousArtsAdmissions [at] banffcentre [dot] ca