Brief Information
Clark Centre Artist Residency 2027 is now open for applications from professional artists based in the City of Toronto. The program offers studio access, exhibition space, public promotion, and an honorarium to support artistic creation.
Hosted at the Clark Centre for the Arts in Toronto, this residency provides artists with a creative lakeside yet urban environment to think, experiment, work, and present their art to the public.
Key Dates & Details
- Program Name: Clark Centre Artist Residency 2027
- Deadline: July 27, 2026, 11:59pm ET
- Location: Toronto, Canada
- Type: In-person artist residency
- Host Organisation: Clark Centre for the Arts / City of Toronto
- Target Group: Professional artists living in the City of Toronto
- Residency Period: Mid-January to mid-December 2027
- Number of Residencies: 2 individual residency positions
- Benefits: Studio space, one-month Gallery 191 exhibition, reception space, promotion, and honorarium
- Application Fee: No fee required
- Official Link: https://akimbo.ca/listings/call-for-applications-clark-centre-for-the-arts-2027-artist-residency-program/
Table of Contents
Overview
The Clark Centre Artist Residency 2027 gives professional artists the opportunity to develop new work in a supportive and inspiring environment. The residency takes place at the Clark Centre for the Arts, located inside Guild Park and Gardens in Toronto.
Artists selected for the program will receive access to an artist-in-residence studio space during regular operating hours. The residency is designed to support artistic research, experimentation, and production.
A key feature of the Clark Centre Artist Residency is the opportunity to present work in Gallery 191 for one month. This allows artists to share their practice with a wider audience, including visual arts enthusiasts, community groups, school groups, and visitors to Guild Park and Gardens.
The program also includes use of the first-floor lobby space for an opening reception, usually held on the first or second Saturday of the exhibition month from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
Selected artists will also benefit from promotion through established City of Toronto public relations channels. An honorarium will be provided to support the artist’s commitment and potential materials or supplies expenses related to the Gallery 191 exhibition.
The Clark Centre for the Arts encourages applications from members of equity-deserving communities and welcomes diverse artistic perspectives.
Benefits
The Clark Centre Artist Residency 2027 provides several valuable benefits for selected artists:
Artists will receive access to a dedicated studio space during approved operating hours. This gives residents a structured environment to develop their creative work.
Each selected artist will also receive exhibition space in Gallery 191 for one month in 2027. This is an important opportunity for professional exposure and public engagement.
The program includes the use of the first-floor lobby space for an opening reception. This can help artists connect with audiences, peers, and community members.
The City of Toronto will support exhibition promotion through public relations channels, helping selected artists reach a broader audience.
An honorarium will also be provided to support the artist’s time, commitment, and possible materials or supplies expenses.
Eligibility
To apply for the Clark Centre Artist Residency 2027, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Applicants must be residents of the City of Toronto.
Applicants must be professional artists.
Applicants must not be enrolled in an arts degree or diploma program.
Each residency position is for an individual artist only. Collectives are not eligible for this opportunity.
City of Toronto employees are not eligible to apply.
All submitted and exhibited works must follow the City of Toronto Human Rights and Anti-Harassment/Discrimination Policy and must be suitable for a general audience.
Application Details
Applicants must prepare and submit the required application materials before the deadline.
Required documents include:
- Completed application form
- 10 images with a list of artworks
- CV
The application form and related information are available online through the City of Toronto artist opportunities page:
https://www.toronto.ca/ArtistOpportunities
Applicants may also contact the Clark Centre for the Arts by email for alternative formats:
No application fee is required.
Applications received after July 27, 2026, 11:59pm ET will not be considered.
All applications will be reviewed by a jury made up of invited jurors and staff.
For applicants preparing their materials, it is recommended to submit a clear CV, strong artwork images, and an organized artwork list that reflects the quality and direction of their artistic practice.
Helpful external resource for artists preparing residency applications:
https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/artist-opportunities
FAQ
Who can apply for the Clark Centre Artist Residency 2027?
Professional artists who are residents of the City of Toronto can apply. Applicants must not be enrolled in an arts degree or diploma program.
Is there an application fee?
No. There is no fee required to submit an application.
What does the residency provide?
The residency provides studio space, a one-month exhibition in Gallery 191, opening reception space, promotion through City of Toronto channels, and an honorarium.
Can artist collectives apply?
No. Each of the two residency positions is for an individual artist, not a collective.
Official Link
Apply and read the full official announcement here:
City of Toronto artist opportunities page:
https://www.toronto.ca/ArtistOpportunities
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