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Artist call for Origins
Indigenous artists from xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, or səlilwətaɬ are invited to design permanent artworks reflecting cultural origin stories.
Artist call for Launch Pad 2026
Artists recently out of training can submit existing 2D work for display on Arbutus Greenway billboards near Fir St. and Burrard St.
Nominations call for Platforms 2025: The Teachers Among Us
Artists - here's your chance to shine a light on local senior artists who have mentored you in your own careers.
Artist call for PNE Amphitheatre
We are seeking xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) artists for 3 PNE Amphitheatre sites.
Artist call for Arbutus Greenway Billboards
We're seeking recently graduated artists to submit their 2D artworks for consideration on 1 of 5 of our billboards along the Arbutus Greenway.
Artist call for River District Town Centre
We are seeking 2 artists to design permanent public artworks that will be reproduced as 2 installations within River District Town Centre.
Public art call for Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-waututh artists
We're seeking submissions for original designs inspired by and reflective of the park theme, rainbow, for a new park at Smithe and Richards.
Platforms: We Are Here, Live
Explore the previous installment of the Platforms program where 23 artists created pieces that reflect the complexities of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Artists in Communities program
The Artists in Communities program helps artists working with communities on joint interests. Check out our annual call for applications.
Artist-initiated commissions
We commission artists to develop public artworks outside the limits of a predetermined site, theme, or medium.
Artist Studio Award program
Provides Vancouver-based professional emerging artists with low-cost studios for up to three years.
Engineering Artist-In-Residence Program
We're seeking a mid-career or experienced artist to be in residence with our Engineering Department, in the Green Operations Division.
Grants for emerging artists
Creative Spark Vancouver provides small grants to emerging artists to engage young people in arts-based projects. Find out more.
Mural program artist calls
We're inviting proposals for temporary painted murals and digital printed artwork to be installed in the public realm.
Public Art policies and guidelines
Information for artists
- Civic Commission Process
(111 KB) - Considerations for Artists Submitting to Public Art Competitions (537 KB)
Donating public art
The Park Board is not currently accepting proposals for public art donation. Please check back for updates.
- Guidelines for Gifts of Art Intended for Permanent Placement at Public Sites (180 KB)
- Park Board guidelines for the donation of public art or memorials (120 KB)
Murals
- Make an outdoor mural
- City of Vancouver Mural Guidelines - Land Use and Development Policies and Guidelines (454 KB)
Public Art Committee
The Public Art Committee provides advice and guidance to City council and staff, civic agencies, developers, and citizens on public art matters, including the Public Art Program.
- Public Art Committe Bylaw 6870 (75.10 KB)
Private Development Guidelines and Policies
- Public Art Policy and Procedures for Rezoned Developments [CURRENT] (1 MB), applicable to rezonings referred to public hearing after July 31, 2014.
De-accession guidelines
Procedures have been established for removing art work from public sites under City or Park Board jurisdiction.
- Read the De-accession Guidelines (22.81 KB)
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Contacts
Public Art Program
Email: publicart@vancouver.ca
501 - 111 West Hastings St
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H4
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Arts, Reconciliation and Culture
Email: arc.info@vancouver.ca
2099 Beach Ave
Vancouver, BC V6G 1Z4
