Upcoming Opportunities March 2023

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: 

Job Calls

Calls for Submissions

Residency Opportunities

Job Calls

CBC New Indigenous Voices Internship: CBC New Indigenous Voices, presented by the National Screen Institute, is a full-time, 14-week training program for up to 10 Indigenous creators aged 18+ to learn the essential elements of working in the film, TV and digital media industries.
Location: Winnipeg, MB and online
Deadline to apply: March 17, 2023
How to apply: Apply online
Compensation: Manitoba minimum wage. Tuition and application fees are covered
Contact: Email Sarah Simpson-Yellowquill at sarahs.yellowquill[at]nsi-canada[dot]ca

General Auditions: Vertigo Theatre will be holding General Auditions in Calgary for Vertigo Theatre’s 2023/2024 Season on Monday March 27 & Tuesday March 28 2023.
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Deadline to apply: March 20, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation:Rates for actors are determine according to CAEA 2021-2024 regulations
Contact: auditions[at]vertigotheatre[dot]com

Indigenous Study Guide Creator: Green Thumb Theatre is seeking an experienced Indigenous artist and/or educator to create a study and resource guide to accompany our new production for Elementary aged audiences, THE MIXOLYDIAN by Ashley Cook.
Location: Remote/ Vancouver, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: March 21, 2023
How to apply: Submit your resume or CV and cover letter (both as PDF) to submissions[at]greenthumb[dot]bc[dot]ca with the subject line “Indigenous Study Guide Creator – Your Name”, with files saved as YOURNAME_CV and YOURNAME_ISGC
Compensation: $3,000 CAD
Contact: Email Aliya Griffin at submissions[at]greenthumb[dot]bc[dot]ca or call (604) 254-4055

Graphic Designer: The Museum of Anthropology is looking for a graphic designer. The Graphic Designer is responsible for developing and implementing the graphic language and visual brand for the Museum. This includes the design and layout of all graphic elements within exhibitions, and associated materials, as well as MOA-branded marketing and communications materials, both printed and electronic, such as member magazines, annual reports, internal signage and advertisements.
Location: University of British Columbia
Deadline to apply: March 22, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $4,688.67 - $6,754.00 CAD Monthly
Contact: Email Moya Waters at moya.waters[at]ubc[dot]ca or call at (604) 822-5567

Audition- The Mixoldyian: Green Thumb Theatre is accepting submissions from Lower Mainland based performers for the role of NOKOMIS in THE MIXOLYDIAN by Ashley Cook, directed by Michelle Olsen.
Location: Elementary Schools throughout British Columbia
Deadline to apply: March 22, 2023
How to apply: Email your application to submissions[at]greenthumb[dot]bc[dot]ca with the subject line: THE MIXOLYDIAN AUDITIONS – YourName
Compensation: $700/week. Out-of-town per diem: $137.50/day
Contact: Email submissions[at]greenthumb[dot]bc[dot]ca

Warner Bros. Discovery Curatorial Programming Fellowship: Working directly under the supervision of one of TIFF’s International Programmers, the WBD Curatorial Programming Fellow will develop an understanding of the pre-screening of select festival submissions, specific to territories or film genre, the craft of copywriting and administrative acumen for scheduling, hosting and facilitation for various programming events.
Location: Toronto, ON
Deadline to apply: March 23, 2023
How to apply: Apply online through Tiff Career Centre 
Compensation: $25 per hour
Contact: careers[at]tiff[dot]net

Inuit Art Teacher- Contract: York Region District School Board is looking for an artist to provide Inuit art workshops to 5 different grade 1 and 2 classes. The artist can spend about 150 minutes in each class, as there are 300 minutes of instructional time in the day, not including recess and lunch time. If the artist would rather do a workshop with the only teachers to pass to their class, that is possible as well. The workshops would ideally happen before May 2023. Open to any medium and technique, but due to age of children, more basic is preferred.
Location: Markham, ON at Wismer Public School
Deadline to apply: March 30, 2023
How to apply: Contact Clara Simair at clara.simair[at]yrdsb[dot]ca or call at 416-846-4286
Compensation: $400-$500 per day
Contact: Contact Clara Simair at clara.simair[at]yrdsb[dot]ca or call at 416-846-4286 for more information

Assistant Professor, Arctic or Northern Studies: he University of Manitoba Faculty of Arts invites Indigenous scholars to apply for a full-time, probationary (Tenure-track) Assistant Professor position in Arctic or Northern studies beginning July 1, 2023 (or as negotiated).
Location: University of Manitoba
Deadline to apply: Until position is filled
How to apply: Email your application to
Department of Indigenous Studies Assistant Professor Search Committee
c/o Heather Katrick, Administrative Assistant
215 Isbister Building Department of Native Studies
University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2
email: Heather.Katrick[at]umanitoba[dot]ca
Compensation: To be negotiated
Contact: Email Dr. Niigaanwewidam Sinclair, Chair of the Hiring Committee, at niigaan.sinclair[at]umanitoba[dot]ca

Ceramics Assistant (Canada Summer Jobs): The Port Moody Arts Centre is seeking a qualified, creative, and enthusiastic Ceramics Assistant who can provide direction and support for Ceramics Programs. Working closely with the Ceramics Manager, the Assistant to the Ceramics Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Ceramics studio including mixing and maintaining glazes and supplies, recycling and operating pug mills, firing and operating all kilns, assisting the delivery of ceramics programs and services, and ensuring that the program is operating safely and effectively
Location: Port Moody, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: Friday April 21, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $16 CAD an hour
Contact: Email Ysabella Choung at ceramics[at]pomoarts[dot]ca or call (604) 931-2008

Actors for The Nutcracker Redux: The Caravan Farm Theatre is casting 3 actors for the 2023 Winter Show: The Nutcracker Redux, a cirque inspired adaptation featuring mask, clown, dance, and aerial work, created and directed by Manon Beaudoin. The Nutcracker Redux will be staged outdoors, and involves ten teams of horses, who transport audience and artists from scene to scene.
Location: Armstrong, British Columbia
Deadline to apply: May 1, 2023
How to apply: Email Estelle Shook at estelle[at]caravanfarmtheatre[dot]com
Compensation: $1050 per week, plus accommodation and meals
Contact: Email Estelle Shook at estelle[at]caravanfarmtheatre[dot]com

Festival Curator: Nocturne 2024 - Request for Expressions of Interest: Curator(s) will develop a vision/theme for the 2024 festival and curate the Anchor Project program. Nocturne’s Anchor Project program consists of site-specific installations and performance art activations at sites across Halifax and Dartmouth.
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Deadline to apply: June 1, 2023
How to apply: Email PDF application to melany[at]nocturnehalifax[dot]ca and programming[at]nocturnehalifax[dot]ca with the subject heading: NOCTURNE CURATOR PROPOSAL 2024
Compensation: $10,000 CAD for the development of the theme, selection of artists, and administration of the curator-selected Anchor Project program
Contact: Email melany[at]nocturnehalifax[dot]ca and programming[at]nocturnehalifax[dot]ca

 

Calls for Submissions

Workshop Organizer - Call for Submissions:Are you eager to share your knowledge of your artistic practice? Want to connect with other artists about a topic you’re passionate about? Submit your idea for a workshop!
The Ilisarniq Series is a series of workshops for Inuit artists, curators, writers, and art administrators to learn new skills and expand their practices organized by the Inuit Art Foundation and Inuit Futures in Arts Leadership. ;
Location:Remote/Online
Deadline to apply:April 14, 2023
How to apply: Please email your proposal to artistservices[at]inuitartfoundation[dot]org with:
Your full name, topic, and a brief description of the goal of the workshop (250 words max), including the workshop format. Most workshops in the series are online, last 1.5 hours, and involve a discussion between two panelists and a moderator. We’re open to different approaches, feel free to be creative! Please note any additional requirements you may have to make the workshop successful. 
Compensation: Dependent on workshop, starting at $500 per workshop
Contact: Email Danielle Douez at artistservices[at]inuitartfoundation[dot]org

Call for Participants Cannes Indigenous Co-Production Forum:The Indigenous Screen Office is hosting an Indigenous co-production forum at the Festival de Cannes, May 16 to 27, 2023. Experienced producers may apply to participate in-person at the forum on May 18, 2023, an opportunity designed to connect and explore future possibilities for international co-productions. While the final details for this event are still being confirmed, ISO is seeking expressions of interest for participants.
Location: Cannes, France
Deadline to apply: March 15, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation:$5,000 stipend for travel and accommodation offered for up to 5 producers
Contact: Email funding[at]iso-bea[dot]ca

Open call: The Witness Series – New Opening with Telefilm Canada and AIFF: Arctic Indigenous Film Fund (AIFF) and Telefilm Canada are partnering up to organize The Witness short film series including training and workshops for Indigenous filmmakers in different places in the Arctic 2023.
Location: Flexible
Deadline to apply: March 15, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Not specified
Contact: Contact Liisa Holmberg, Tel: +4793036145, liisa[at]isfi[dot]no or through this link 

Request for Proposals: Award Design for the Business / Arts Awards: Business / Arts is inviting Canadian visual artists to submit proposals for the design of an award for the Business / Arts Awards to be used over the next five years (2023-2027).The successful artist will be asked to design and create a minimum of six awards in advance of the upcoming Business / Arts Awards Celebration taking place in fall 2023.
Location: N/A
Deadline to apply: Monday March 20, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Commission fee of $6,000 CAD + the cost of materials
Contact: Email Ana Ramirez, Creative Lead, Business / Arts at ana[at]businessforthearts[dot]org

Artist & Design Scholarship and Booth Opportunity: The Arctic Encounter is seeking artists and designers to participate in and/or exhibit their artwork, designs, or other textile creations at the flagship event from March 29-31, 2023. The Arctic Encounter will offer exhibit booths free of charge to applicants pursuing the 2023 Arctic Encounter Artist-Designer Scholarship.
Location: Anchorage, AK, USA
Deadline to apply: No specific deadline, scholarships will be granted on a rolling basis based on the diversity of exhibitors and representation of Arctic states and northern regions.
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: not specified
Contact: Get in touch through the contact form

Nuit Blanche Saskatoon Calls for Submissions: Nuit Blanche Saskatoon is a free, night-time arts festival that showcases and celebrates art and culture. Overtaking multiple venues and public spaces throughout Saskatoon’s core neighbourhoods, the festival will feature sculptures, installations, performances, music, theatre, visual arts, poetry, projections, and other contemporary art forms.
Location:Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Deadline to apply: March 31, 2023
How to apply: Submit applications with “Your name/group name NBYXE submission” as the subject heading to: programming[at]nuitblanchesaskatoon[dot]ca
Compensation: Standard budget per project is $790 ($440 CARFAC recommended artist fees and $350 for material costs, equipment rentals, etc.)
Contact: Email programming[at]nuitblanchesaskatoon[dot]ca

Call for Artists: Brampton Fire and Emergency Services Memorial Project: The City of Brampton, Ontario, invites professional artists and artist-led teams to submit proposals to create a new Brampton Fire and Emergency Services Memorial.
Location: Brampton, Ontario
Deadline to apply: March 31, 2023
How to apply: Email submissions as one single PDF to public.art[at]brampton[dot]ca.
Compensation: Each shortlisted artists will receive an artist fee of $1,000
Contact: public.art[at]brampton[dot]ca

Downtown Haliburton Sculpture Exhibition Call for Submissions: Open to all artists within Canada. Sculptures must be original works suitable for outdoor installation. Artworks may be offered for sale.
Location: Haliburton, Ontario
Deadline to apply: April 1, 2023
How to apply: Email completed application to Jim Blake, curator, at info[at]haliburtonsculptureforest[dot]ca with the subject line “DHSE 2023”
Compensation:Honorarium of $275 CAD, $75 per diem for delivery/install, and accommodation provided for opening night.
Contact: Email Jim Blake, curator, at info[at]haliburtonsculptureforest[dot]ca

Call to Photo-Based Artists from Across Canada: SPAO Photo Walk, Ottawa: The SPAO Photographic Arts Centre is calling photo-based artists from across the country to submit their artwork for a one-of-a-kind public art initiative in Ottawa.
Location: Ottawa, Ontario
Deadline to apply: Thursday April 6, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Artists will be paid the appropriate CARFAC fee
Contact: Email gallery[at]spao[dot]ca for any questions

Nocturne 2023 Call for Submissions: Nocturne is currently seeking artists to participate in our 2023 programming through the development of a temporary public artwork that will be exhibited during our signature night-time art experience taking place on Saturday, October 14.
Location: Kjipuktuk (Halifax), Nova Scotia
Deadline to apply: April 17, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online Nocturne will also accept proposals via phone, video, or audio file as needed by the applicant. Please get in touch via email at: info[at]nocturnehalifax[dot]ca to arrange this submission type.
Compensation: Nocturne pays 2023 CARFAC Fees
Contact: info[at]nocturnehalifax[dot]ca

Call for Curatorial Proposals: Paradigmatic Pulse: Paradigmatic Pulse is brand-new, fully funded curatorial opportunity for experimental projects and platforms that are socially engaged, community focused and critically rigorous. It aims to support a Canadian curator in the development of an exhibition that probes the paradigmatic boundaries of exhibition making and visitor engagement.
Location: Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
Deadline to apply: April 14, 2023
How to apply: Email completed applications to Darryn Doull, Curator, at ddoull[at]kwag[dot]on[dot]ca
Compensation: Curatorial fee of $5,000 CAD
Contact: Contact Darryn Doull, Curator, at ddoull[at[kwag[dot]on[dot]ca for any questions

Call for Submissions, 2023 Group Show at Melt Studio + Gallery: Melt Studio + Gallery aims to feature a variety of visual arts by a wide range of artists. We hope to reflect both the cultural and artistic diversity of our community and aim to foster an appreciation for the positive cultural significance of the visual arts in Prince Edward County and beyond.
Location: Picton, Ontario
Deadline to apply: Multiple deadlines depending on which theme you prefer. The upcoming deadline is April 21, 2023
How to apply: Email the full application to info[at]meltstudiogallery[dot]com with “Artist Submission- Your name, Name of show” in the subject line.
Compensation: Dependent on sale price of artwork. Gallery takes 40% commission
Contact: info[at]meltstudiogallery[dot]com

Call for Submissions for Ottawa International Animation Festival: The Ottawa International Animation Festival is accepting submissions of animated films in several categories until May 31.
Location: Application online, festival in Ottawa
Deadline to apply: May 31, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Independent, non-commissioned films will be paid artist fees based on the Independent Media Arts Alliance (IMAA)
Contact: Contact through the online form at the bottom of the entry page 

Whistler Film Festival + Summit Call for Submissions: Canadian and International filmmakers are invited to submit films of all lengths and genres.
Location: Application online, festival in Whistler
Deadline to apply: August 15, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Multiple awards and prizes are available
Contact: Contact the Submissions Department for additional questions at submissions[at]whistlerfilmfestival[dot]com

Siltex Textile Collaboration: Siltex is a textile manufacturer, looking for an Inuk artist who has designs that can work on textile fabric - or that can be modified to work on textile fabric.
Location: Remote
Deadline to apply: Ongoing
How to apply: contact Myles Silbert myles[at]siltex[dot]com with a description of your work
Compensation:Contract to be discussed + discounts for wholesale fabrics
Contact: Myles Silbert myles[at]siltex[dot]com

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

The Vital Impacts Environmental Photography Grants: In addition to funding the Grant, Vital Impacts will be offering a mentorship program to the top 50 applicants for the Vital Impacts Environmental Grant. Participants will take part in a series of 12 classes with leading environmental and photographic figures.
Location: International
Deadline to apply: March 15, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Up to $20,000 USD
Contact: hello[at]vitalimpacts[dot]org

Call for Applications- Access BIPOC Producers: Access BIPOC Producers, presented by EAVE and the National Screen Institute in partnership with the Canada Media Fund, provides training and mentorship for producers in Canada who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) to develop themselves, their companies and a feature film or series (referred to as a ‘project’ throughout) to compete in the global market.
Location: Winnipeg, MB and online
Deadline to apply: March 17, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: No compensation, application and tuition fees may apply
Contact: Email Julie Hackett at julie.hackett[at]nsi-canada[dot]ca

RBC Yorkton Film Festival Mentorship Program 2023: The RBC Yorkton Film Festival Mentorship Program is a two year initiative designed with the intent of connecting emerging filmmakers with mentors to provide them with a yearlong mentorship to help guide their careers into the national film and television arena.
Location: Remote, Yorkton Saskatchewan
Deadline to apply: March 31, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: YFF will cover successful applicant’s festival registration as well as airfare, accommodation and shuttle costs associated with attendance at the 2023 Yorkton Film Festival.
Contact: Email mentorship[at]yorktonfilm[dot]com

Call for Applications- Ysova Foundation Year Program: Run by artists, the Yukon School of Visual Arts (YSOVA) is a unique visual arts school located in the sub-arctic community Dawson City, Yukon, situated within the Traditional Territory of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in. Each year, YSOVA offers up to 15 students a chance to join our rigorous and fully accredited 8-month Foundation Year Program.
Location: Dawson City, YT
Deadline to apply: March 31, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: No compensation provided, course fees may apply
Contact: Email info[at]yukonsova[dot].ca or call 867-993-6390

Audible Indigenous Writers’ Circle Mentorship and Workshop Program: The Audible Indigenous Writers' Circle invites emerging writers who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit and/or Métis and meet the following criteria to apply for the six-month program.
Location: Online
Deadline to apply: April 14, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: Each selected emerging writer is eligible for a $1,500 CAD bursary
Contact: audiblewriterscircle[at]yulupr[dot]com

The Queer and Trans Research Lab Artist-in-Residence 2023: The Queer and Trans Research Lab (QTRL) at the University of Toronto invites all qualified applicants to apply to be our artist-in-residence for the 2023-24 school year. The QTRL residency will provide financial and other material support for artists working in any medium whose work centres on LGBTQ2S+ lives, communities, histories, and cultures.
Location: Toronto, ON
Deadline to apply: April 14, 2023
How to apply: Send 1 page cover letter and CV to qtrl.sds[at]utoronto[dot]ca
Compensation: Stipend of $20,000
Contact: Email qtrl.sds[at]utoronto[dot]ca or call 416-978-6276

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Borderless, Stateless [Themed Commission Residency 2023]: Trinity Square Video is seeking submissions for our annual Themed Commission: Borderless, Stateless, a summer residency and exhibition program inviting artists, designers, filmmakers and other creatives to produce or workshop new projects in a collaborative environment of like-minded artists.
Location: Toronto, ON
Deadline to apply: May 2, 2023
How to apply: Apply Online
Compensation: $500 cash in production support and $1000 credit in production equipment rentals
Contact: Karina Iskandarsjah at karina[at]trinitysquarevideo[dot]com