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Our Public Art Program invites artists to submit their ideas for public art projects in any scale, scope, and medium.
We are looking for artists to propose meaningful pieces for public spaces in the city that reflect the complexities of place and publics, engage cultural practices, and provoke critical dialogue.
The artist-initiated call is open to all artists, working individually or in collaboration. Artists and cultural practitioners of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations are especially encouraged to apply.
Submission deadline: Thursday, June 6, 3pm PDT
Learn more about previously commissioned artist-initiated projects and the Public Art Program.
How to apply
- Read the artist-initiated call PDF file (476 KB) for information regarding eligibility, selection, information sessions, and submissions
- Apply online under “artist-initiated projects”
What's Happening
Information sessions for artists
Staff will discuss the opportunity and answer questions.
When: Thursday, April 25, 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Where: nə́c'aʔmat ct Strathcona Branch Library, 730 East Hastings Street
When: Tuesday, May 7, 6pm to 7pm
Where: Room B, Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews
2019 key dates
| Open call released | April 4 |
| Artist information sessions | April 25 and May 7 |
| Submission deadline | June 6 at 3pm PDT |
| Shortlist selected | Week of June 24 |
| Orientation of shortlisted artists | Week of July 8 |
| Concept proposals due | Week of September 16 |
| Finalists selected | Week of October 1 |
| Artworks commissioned | Week of October 14 |
