2026 Brampton Artist in Residence Call

CALL FOR THE 2026 BRAMPTON ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM

Open to Brampton-based artists, creatives, arts & culture organizations and collectives.
GENERAL INFORMATION

Presented by the Brampton Arts Organization (BAO) and Brampton Library (BL), the Brampton Artist in Residence Program provides an honorarium of $8,000 and free, dedicated workspace to professional artists, writers, arts organizations and collectives working in any artistic discipline to undertake a community-engaged artist residency at the South Fletcher’s Library Branch, from June to September 2025.

Information Session: February 18 2026, 3:00-4:00 PM
Register here.

Application deadline: February 27 2026, 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.
I'm applying as an*

Individual Artist (18+)Group (ex. local organization, collective)
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

Artist Contact Information
Principal Applicant's Legal Name*

First NameLast Name
What is your preferred artist/business name (to be shown publicly on forms of communications and other media)?*
Personal Pronouns (e.g. she/her, he/him, they/them, other)
Postal Code of current residence*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
What is your connection to Brampton?*

I live in BramptonI go to school in BramptonI grew up in BramptonI work in BramptonOther
Voluntary Self-Identification

This section is optional and will not impact the outcome of your application in any way. It is a way for us to know which local communities have been engaged and ensure that adequate supports are in place.
Please check any of the following identities that resonate for you.

Indigenous [First Nations (status and non-status), Métis and InuitBlackPerson of Colour [non-white]QBIPOC [Queer and Black, Indigenous, or Person of Colour]2SLGBTQQIP2SA+ [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 say
About the Project

In this section tell us all about your proposed project
Project Summary (100 words) *

Include a brief description of the program you would deliver during your residency and timeframe. If your project is funded, this description will be used by BAO in public reports about funded activity. 0/100
Project Contributors*

Include name, role, and brief bio. Project Contributors must only be listed if they are aware that their names are included in this application. 0/200
Project Overview (1000 words)*

Provide a description of your proposed residency program, including detailed descriptions of all of the proposed activities. 0/1000
Artistic Goals & Objectives (500 words) *

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, the medium, the target audience, and any learning objectives. 0/1000
Engagement & Audience Development (500 words) *

Describe the audience or group you wish to serve with this project. In collaboration with BAO and Brampton Library, what outreach, marketing and/or audience development strategies will you use to reach them? How will you evaluate the effectiveness of your strategies?0/500
Project Workplan *
Provide a detailed workplan & timeline for your residency. When do you anticipate holding office hours? When do you plan to host your 3 public engagements? How much planning time will you need?
Project Budget *
Provide a detailed budget for your time in this residency. Include information like artist fees, material costs, equipment rentals, additional collaborators etc. You may link to a google sheet, dropbox, or other file sharing platform.
Artist/Organization Statement (max 150-200 words) *

0/200
Artist/Organization Biography (max 3 sentences) *

0/200
Artist resume (3-page maximum) *

Upload 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.
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Additional Information (Optional)
Provide any other information you feel is essential to provide the assessment committee with a complete description of your project. (250 words)
Supporting Materials
Please submit up to 3 samples of past work below. You may submit still images, video, audio recordings, and/or printed material. If selected these images may be used for marketing purposes.
Support Material 1*

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Support Material 2

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Support Material 3

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Declarations
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.
By signing my name below, I confirm that I have read and agree to the Declarations above and have completed this form in its entirety. *

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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 FOR THE 2026 BRAMPTON ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM

Artist Contact Information

Voluntary Self-Identification

About the Project

Supporting Materials

Declarations