2026-2027 BAO Studio Residencies Call

CALL TO BRAMPTON-BASED ARTISTS AND ARTS ORGANIZATIONS: BAO Studio Residencies
Presented by the Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) the Studio Program provides a fee of $500 and free, dedicated private workspace to professional artists, arts organizations and collectives working in any artistic discipline to have access to one of five studio spaces in our office in Downtown Brampton.

Residencies run in two terms. Artists will only be selected for one term and have the option of applying for their preferred term.

Residency Period A: April 2026 - August 2026

Residency Period B: October 2026 - February 2027

Please read the Program Guidelines prior to applying,

Application deadline: February 1, 11:59 PM

If you need assistance or support to complete the application, please get in touch with us at info@bramptonartsorg.ca as soon as possible (minimum of 5 business in advance of deadline) so that we can make the necessary accommodation to support you.
Eligibility Screening
I am a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of CanadaI am currently 18 years of age or olderI am currently located in BramptonMy organization or collective is located in Brampton
I am applying as an

IndividualOrganization or collective
Applicant Profile
Legal Name of Primary Applicant *

First NameLast Name
What is your preferred artist/business name (to be shown publicly on forms of communications and other media)?*
Pronouns (common pronouns are she/her, he/him, and they/them)
Postal Code*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Website link (if appliciable)
Additional Social Media Link (e.g. Instagram)
Voluntary Self Identification

Please check any of the following identities that resonate for you. This section is optional and is a way to help BAO determine whether our programs and services are reaching a diverse range of Bramptonians, and to support prioritization where applicable.
Type a question

Indigenous [First Nations (status and non-status), Métis and InuitBlackPerson of Colour [non-white]QBIPOC [Queer and Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour]2LGBTQQIP2SA+ [2SLGBTQIAP is an abbreviation used to represent a broad array of identities such as, but not limited to, two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, pansexual, gender and sexual minorities]Disabled [any person who has a long-term, reoccurring physical, mental, sensory, psychiatric, or learning impairment]Newcomer [immigrant or refugee who has been in Canada for less than five years]None of the AbovePrefer not to sayOther
ABOUT THE RESIDENCY

In this section tell us all about your proposed residency
I am a Black artist and wish to be considered for the BAO x BAND GALLERY Studio Space

Yes
I am a Newcomer artist and wish to be considered for the BAO Newcomer Studio Space

Yes
Please tell us what kind of mentorship or support you would like during your residency period. Are there are artists, organizations or galleries you would like to connect with? What kind of skills would you like to learn and develop?
What is your primary art form, practice, or discipline (250 words) *

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Artistic Goals & Objectives (250)*

How will this residency support your practice and what impact will it have? What themes are you interested in exploring? What makes you excited about participating in this residency? Include information on key activities, what you plan to accomplish, and how you would plan to use your time. 0/250
How do you plan to make use of the space? (250 words)*

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What would be some of your space requirements or preferences? (250 words)*

Would you need to have a room with a window? What size of space would you need? If you have a preferred studio please list it here.0/250
How does your work experience, personal outlook, and/or lived experience connect to the mission and core values of BAO and this residency? (250 words) *

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Please select your preferred residency term:*

Residency Period A: April 2026 - August 2026Residency Period B: October 2026 - February 2027Either of the terms work for me
ARTISTIC EXPERIENCE  
Artist/Organization Statement (max 150-200 words)*

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Artist/Organization Biography (max 3 sentences)*
Artist resume (3-page maximum) *

Link in PDF format your artist résumé or curriculum vitae that outlines your accomplishments to date. Include information on experience delivering community engaged arts projects, training, exhibitions, screenings, awards, etc. This is intended to give us a sense of your previous experience. It is perfectly acceptable to have only limited experience and be in the early stages of your artistic career. Maximum 3 pages. File name must begin with your artist name.
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Additional Information (Optional)

Provide any other information you feel is essential to provide the selection panel with a complete description of your project. (250 words) 0/250
  SUPPORTING MATERIALS 

Please upload any supporting materials here. You can use any samples of previous work that speak to the work you have described in your application (e.g., digital images of visual art, script samples, music scores, poems), images, videos, google documents, PDFs, and audio recordings.
All files must begin with your artist name.
Support Material # 1*

File name must begin with your artist name
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Support Material # 2

File name must begin with your artist name
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Support Material # 3

File name must begin with your artist name
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DECLARATIONS
How did you first hear about this opportunity?*

BAO InstagramBAO FacebookBAO TwitterBAO LinkedInBAO Email NewsletterBAO WebsiteEventbriteBAO Eventbrite EmailSession PresenterBAO Facebook AdBAO Instagram Ad / Instagram Story AdWord of MouthOther
In submitting this application, I certify that: 

I have read and agree to the regulations, terms and conditions outlined in the Program Guidelines.

Individual Applicants: I have residential address within the city of Brampton and have been located in Brampton for a minimum of 12 months prior to the date of application and I will provide evidence of organization status if accepted.

Organizational Applicants: My organization is located in Brampton and I will provide evidence of organization status if accepted.

I am the artist named in the application and to the best of my knowledge the information provided herein is true.

I have full creative and financial control over the work for which I am requesting support.

Applicants will be notified of their proposal status within two calendar months of submission by email. Please note that only proposals presented through the formal submission process will be accepted. Thank you!
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CALL TO BRAMPTON-BASED ARTISTS AND ARTS ORGANIZATIONS: BAO Studio Residencies

Eligibility Screening

Applicant Profile

Voluntary Self Identification

ABOUT THE RESIDENCY

ARTISTIC EXPERIENCE

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

DECLARATIONS

ARTISTIC EXPERIENCE  

  SUPPORTING MATERIALS 