Upcoming Opportunities - December 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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Community Engagement Intern: During a 20 week internship from January 13th to May 23rd of 2025, the Books BC Community Engagement intern will work on community engagement projects that develop awareness and appreciation of BC books for various audiences, and support our strategic goal of being a community “hub” for publishers, and book-related stakeholders.
Location: British Columbia
Deadline to apply: January 3, 2024
How to apply: Please send your resume and a brief email outlining your interest in the position to careers [at] books.bc [dot] ca
Compensation: $23 an hour
Contact: Email Matea Kulić at matea [at] books.bc [dot] ca
Marketing and Administrative Intern: ICDR is looking for a motivated, creative, and organized intern to join our team. As a Marketing and Administrative Intern, you will play a key role in supporting our mission through social media management, research, and general administrative support. This internship is ideal for someone passionate about dance, eager to learn, and excited to contribute to a growing organization.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: January 12, 2025
How to apply: Send resume and cover letter to admin [at] competitivedancer [dot]com
Compensation: $18 an hour
Contact: admin [at] competitivedancer [dot]com
Guest Services Lead Coordinator: The Guest Services Lead Coordinator at imagineNATIVE is responsible for all Festival guest-related initiatives, including accreditation, accommodation, travel, and visitor services.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: January 15, 2024
How to apply: Send cover letter and resume to employment [at] imagineNATIVE [dot] org
Compensation: $24 an hour
Contact: employment [at] imagineNATIVE [dot] org
CJF Indigenous Health Journalism Fellowship: The CJF Indigenous Health Journalism Fellowship, in partnership with CMA, is aimed at fostering expert reporting on critical health issues affecting Indigenous communities in Canada.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: January 24, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: One-year research stipend of $100,000, plus up to $20,000 for expenses and up to $30,000 additional funding
Contact: info [a]t cjf-fjc [dot] ca
Artist Educator: Work with The Travelling Stage – Inspiring Creativity and Excellence in Performing Arts Education. We are seeking dynamic and talented instructors to join us in providing engaging programming for schools, childcare centres, and virtual settings.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: February 9, 2024
How to apply: Email your details to director [at] travellingstage [dot] com
Compensation: $25-$60 per hour
Contact: director [at] travellingstage [dot] com
Contemporary Art Curator: The Vernon Public Art Gallery (VPAG) is looking for a new lead curator to start in late 2024. This engaging position allows you to work at the North Okanagan’s oldest and largest art gallery.
Location: Vernon, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $55,000-$65,000
Contact: Email Dauna Kennedy at dauna [at] vernonpublicartgallery [dot] com
Gallery Associate: Coastal Peoples has an exciting opportunity for a Gallery Associate to join our vibrant Art Gallery in downtown Vancouver.
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
How to apply: Email cover letter, resume and references to Svetlana Fouks at hr [at] coastalpeoples [dot] com
Compensation: $19 an hour
Contact: hr [at] coastalpeoples [dot] com
Chief Curator: The Chief Curator will oversee all programming at Contemporary Calgary and report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $100,000-$140,000
Contact: ContemporaryCalgary [at] ArtsConsulting [dot] com
Curatorial Assistant: As a key member of the programming team, the Curatorial Assistant's main responsibilities consist of coordinating and executing exhibitions, projects, and public programs.
Location: Burlington, Ontario
Deadline to apply: Open until filled
How to apply: Email resume and cover letter to jobs [at] agb [dot] life
Compensation: $45,000
Contact: jobs [at] agb [dot] life
Curator, Galleries - Wanuskewin: This position is responsible for coordinating the curator activities for Wanuskewin’s East and West galleries, as well as the Exhibit Hall areas, and Artist in Residence program.
Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $69,746.00-$81,607.00
Contact: Phone (306) 931-6767 ext. 0
Indigenous Outreach & 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: Until Filled
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $57,486.45 to $65,772.56
Contact: Contact Alli O’Shea, Talent Acquisition Coordinator at aoshea [at] ocadu [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 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: Ongoing
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: Email msumnauth [at] bipocsearch [dot] com
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
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
Northern Canada Producer Launcher: The Northern Canada Producer Launcher (NCPL) is the first program of its kind developed exclusively for people living in the North who have never worked in, or have very little experience in, the film & TV industry and are interested in pursuing a career as a content producer.
Location: Yellowknife, Yukon
Deadline to apply: December 15, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Travel and Accommodation costs are covered
Contact: [email protected]
2025 RCAT Playwright in Residence: The inaugural Playwright in Residence position is designed to support an established writer in the development of their own work through financial compensation and in-kind support, with the Playwright in Residence also supporting our community of emerging writers through a creative development/mentorship initiative of their choosing.
Location: St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
Deadline to apply: December 15, 2024
How to apply: Send applications to producer [at] rcatheatre [dot] ca
Compensation: $15,000 honorarium
Contact: communications [at] lspuhall [dot] ca
THREADS Call for Submissions: Hosted by the Saskatoon Open Door Society, THREADS is a diverse online event in both its presentation and its execution. Part academic conference, part artistic celebration, and part sharing circle, THREADS strives to unite all peoples through storytelling, knowledge sharing and creativity.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: December 15, 2024
How to apply: Send digital files to threads_registrations [at] sods.sk [dot] ca using WeTransfer
Compensation: $250 honorarium
Contact: threads_registrations [at] sods.sk [dot] ca
REELING: Dance on Screen: REELING: Dance on Screen is a bi-annual event that features local, Canadian, and international short works (under 10 minutes) in a variety of dance styles.
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Deadline to apply: December 31, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $150
Contact: info [at] milezerodance [dot] com
2025 Pelham Arts Festival Call for Artists: Pelham Art Festival is a not-for-profit corporation and is recognized as one of the premier spring Art Festivals in Ontario. We host nationally and internationally acclaimed Canadian artists and welcome thousands of visitors, art lovers, and collectors to the festival every year.
Location: Pelham, Ontario, and online
Deadline to apply: January 5, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Dependent on what you sell
Contact: pelhamartfest [at] gmail [dot] com
Call for Native American Artists: Opening in 2027 and located on Wisconsin’s Capitol Square in Madison, the Wisconsin Historical Society’s new flagship building, the Wisconsin History Center, will reflect a modern approach to sharing history and connecting communities.
Location: Wisconsin, United States
Deadline to apply: January 5, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Up to $2,500 USD
Contact: Email Jacqueline Pozza Reisner at Jacqueline.pozza [at] wisconsinhistory [dot] org
Sarah McLachlan School of Music Guest Artist Call: Sarah McLachlan School of Music (SoM) is looking for Guest Artists to connect with the youth in our community!
Location: East Vancouver, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: January 6, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $300 per person (@ 3-4 hour call) to a maximum of $1200 per event
Contact: Robin Layne rlayne [at] sarahschoolofmusic [dot] com
Treat: Calling all pet lovers! Do you make artwork about your beloved animal? Or do you create objects that are useful to pets and pet owners? Treat is an exhibition that celebrates the joy of portraying the personalities and quirks of pets through Craft.
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Deadline to apply: January 9, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Dependent on what you sell
Contact: submissions [at] albertacraft.ab [dot] ca
Mural Call: Create a moveable mural to be located on the north facing wall of Langley City Hall in the civic plaza. The mural will reflect the theme of crime prevention “Citizens joining together to create a safe community”.
Location: Langley, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: January 10, 2025
How to apply: Email submissions to Kim Hilton at khilton [at] langleycity [dot] ca
Compensation: $35,000 budget
Contact: Email Kim Hilton at khilton [at] langleycity [dot] ca
Sense of Arrival - Call for 3 Public Art Opportunities: The St. John’s International Airport invites applications from professional artists or artist teams to create public artwork(s) for the proposed redevelopment of the airport’s parking lot expansion.
Location: St. John’s, Newfoundland
Deadline to apply: January 17, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $40,000 budget
Contact: info [a]t businessandartsnl [dot] com
Eco Art Zone Burnaby Blooms 2025: The City of Burnaby is on the lookout for talented eco artists based in B.C. to showcase their incredible eco art installations at the upcoming Burnaby Blooms festival on Sunday, May 4, 2025.
Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: January 17, 2024
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $1,500-$5,000
Contact: Phone 604-294-7944
Call for Applications- Great Northern Arts Festival: During the week of July 9 to July 14, 2025, The Great Northern Arts Festival plans to incorporate contemporary and traditional art exhibits, crafting legends workshops, music and dance performances, as well as storytelling.
Location: Inuvik, Northwest Territories
Deadline to apply: Round 1- January 17, 2025. Round 2- March 16, 2025
How to apply: Apply online
Compensation: Not specified
Contact: gnaf [at] inuvik [dot] ca
Calls for Expression of Interest: Oxford Properties Group (“Oxford”) and Kyla Radoja (the Public “Art Consultant”) are seeking to commission an emerging artist within Canada to create a new permanent public artwork to be installed in a future Scarborough Town Centre master-planned community within a pedestrian mews located at (25 Borough Drive, Scarborough, ON, Canada, the “Site”).
Location: Scarborough, Ontario
Deadline to apply: February 3, 2025
How to apply: Applications should be submitted via e-mail to Kyla Radoja, Public Art Consultant at: artconsulting [at] kylaradoja [dot] com
Compensation: $120,000 budget
Contact: Contact Kyla Radoja, Public Art Consultant at: artconsulting [at] kylaradoja [dot] com
imagineNATIVE Submissions: Get ready to submit your work to the world’s largest Indigenous film and media arts Festival! The upcoming 25th annual imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival will take place in-person at the TIFF Lightbox in Toronto from June 3-8, 2025, and move to our online streaming and iNdigital platforms from June 9-15, 2025.
Location: Toronto, Ontario and remote
Deadline to apply: February 7, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Awards available
Contact: submissions [at] imagineNATIVE [dot] org
Summer Street Banner Program: The City of Langley is currently looking for an artist or artists to help create artwork for the summer street banner program to be placed in the downtown area.
Location: Langley, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: February 13, 2025
How to apply: Email submissions to Kim Hilton at khilton [at] langleycity [dot] caunder the subject heading “2024-01 Summer Street Banner Program”
Compensation: $500 per banner
Contact: Email Kim Hilton at khilton [at] langleycity [dot] ca
Call for Submissions: The Art Gallery of St. Albert is looking for artists to feature in our 2026 exhibition year. We welcome artists, artist groups and curators of all artistic and cultural backgrounds working in all styles and mediums to propose an exhibition by sending in a submission by February 28, 2025.
Location: St. Albert, Alberta
Deadline to apply: February 28, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: CARFAC rates
Contact: exhibitions [at] artsandheritage [dot] ca
Craft Perspectives: In 2025, Alberta Craft celebrates its 45th anniversary. As part of this celebration, we are excited to share this call for our upcoming Feature exhibition, Craft Perspectives. Join us in looking ahead by reflecting on the past.
Location: Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta
Deadline to apply: April 1, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Dependent on what you sell
Contact: submissions [at] albertacraft.ab [dot] ca
Call for 2026 Exhibition Proposals: Craft Ontario is currently seeking proposals for solo and two-person exhibitions to take place in the Craft Ontario Gallery, 1106 Queen St West, Toronto, in the 2026 calendar year.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: May 26, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Artist fees in line with CARFAC
Contact: Email Robyn Wilcox, Curator, at rwilcox [at] craftontario [dot] com
Call for Indigenous Authored Scripts: Read all about it! Theatre Alberta’s Indigenous Theatre Library Collection initiative is seeking your unpublished scripts that have already been produced, be it by a theatre company or more generally in community settings. Our aim is to improve the representation of Indigenous playwrights’ scripts in the Theatre Alberta Library collection.
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Email interest to Deborah [at] theatrealberta [dot] com
Compensation: Free membership for one year
Contact: Deborah [at] theatrealberta [dot] com
Art Nest Call for Indigenous Artists: Art Nest is looking for Indigenous artists to collaborate on exciting, grant-funded projects. We offer a supportive environment where artists can focus on their creative work, and we ensure fair payment. This opportunity is open to all Indigenous artists, whether you’re just starting out or have experience.
Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Send application to artnestinformation [at] gmail [dot] com
Compensation: Budget and fees to be discussed
Contact: artnestinformation [at] gmail [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
Residency Opportunities
Grant Writing Intensive: Ghost River Theatre is hosting their fourth annual Grant Writing Intensive in the spring of 2025. Led by writer, grant expert, and former Artistic Director of Ghost River Theatre Jason Rothery, this seven-week course will guide you step-by-step through the process of conceiving, writing, developing, and submitting an Individual Project Grant for a new or ongoing real-world artistic endeavour.
Location: Online
Deadline to apply: December 15, 2025
How to apply: Send application to rgray [at] ghostrivertheatre [dot] com
Compensation: $350 fee
Contact: Email rgray [at] ghostrivertheatre [dot] com
Public Art Mentorship: The City of Mississauga (the “City”) and SOFTlab are seeking an emerging to mid-career artist to participate in a unique, paid public art mentorship.
Location: Mississauga, Ontario and remote
Deadline to apply: December 16, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $25,000
Contact: public.art [at] mississauga [dot] ca
Sundance Native Lab 2025: The Indigenous Screen Office and the Sundance Institute are excited to once again invite Indigenous storytellers to apply to be part of the 2025 Sundance Institute’s Native Lab.
Location: Remote and Santa Fe, United States
Deadline to apply: December 23, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $10,000 USD
Contact: funding [at] iso-bea [dot] ca
Fogo Island Arts Residency: Fogo Island Arts (FIA) is seeking applications from artists living and working full-time in Newfoundland and Labrador. The residency is six to eight weeks in length and will take place from May – June, 2025.
Location: Fogo Island, Newfoundland and Labrador
Deadline to apply: January 6, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $500 honorarium per week
Contact: opencall [at] fogoislandarts [dot] ca
ArtsPond Fellows: ArtsPond is delighted to announce open calls for two new creative fellowships: I Love My Gig Ontario and Caring Cultures.
Location: Online
Deadline to apply: January 13, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online- I Love My Gig and Caring Cultures
Compensation: $2,000-$3,000
Contact: care [at] artspond [dot] com
Indigenous Artist in Residence: The Department of Visual Arts at Western University is seeking applications from emerging to established Indigenous artists, including individuals and collectives, for the one-year Indigenous Artist-in-Residence (IAiR) program.
Location: London, Ontario
Deadline to apply: January 15, 2025
How to apply: E-mail submission packages to Meghan Edmiston at meghan.edmiston [at] uwo [dot] ca
Compensation: $50,000 stipend
Contact: Meghan Edmiston at meghan.edmiston [at] uwo [dot] ca
Artist in Residence 2025: The Alberta Society of Artists is pleased to invite Alberta artists (over 18) who are interested in self-directed research and site-specific work to apply to our Artist-in-Residence Creative Program.
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Deadline to apply: January 15, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $500 honorarium
Contact: coordinator [at] albertasocietyofartists [dot] com
Gardiner Museum Curatorial Residency: The Gardiner Museum is seeking proposals for its annual Curatorial Residency.
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Deadline to apply: January 26, 2025
How to apply: Submit complete proposals to curatorial [at] gardinermuseum.on [dot] ca
Compensation: $45,000
Contact: curatorial [at] gardinermuseum.on [dot] ca
Artist Scholar Residency: This Residency is for artists and scholars seeking space to focus on creating a work for exhibition or publication that is in some way informed by their investigation of Jeffrey Rubinoff’s work and their experience working at the sculpture park.
Location: Victoria, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: February 5, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $5,000
Contact: jrsppc [at] uvic [dot] ca
Forge Fellowship: Forge Project is pleased to announce its open call for applications for its 2025 funded fellowship program for Indigenous artists, scholars, organizers, cultural workers, researchers, and educators.
Location: New York, United States
Deadline to apply: February 15, 2025
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $25,000 USD
Contact: fellow [at] forgeproject [dot] com
Artist In Residence Program: The Artist in Residence program is a self-directed residency offering artists the opportunity to research, develop, and produce new or ongoing bodies of work with dedicated studio time.
Location: Port Coquitlam, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Artist Fee of $4,800
Contact: arts [a]t portcoquitlam [dot] ca
Similkameen Artist Residency: SAR welcomes artists and curators from across Canada and internationally. As this is a self-directed residency, we encourage applicants from a wide variety of artistic disciplines and backgrounds to apply. We are seeking artists or curators with a BFA, MFA, or equivalent experience, who can demonstrate a strong and committed practice.
Location: Keremeos, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: Rolling until spots are filled
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Living and studio spaces provided
Contact: info [at] simartres [dot] com
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