Call for Artists 

On this page we will post a variety of opportunities for our Sḵwx̱wú7mesh artist community, from Nation-led projects to requests for proposals from external partners. Check back often!

Nation Opportunities

None at this time

External Calls for Artists

Branding / Exterior Building Artwork

A partnership between Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations and Aquilini Development has been formed to redevelop the Heather Lands site. As part of the development, there will be opportunities to showcase MST culture and art. 

Guidelines and Application Process

Compensation

Can include a cost breakdown in your proposal.

Deadline

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Bus Wraps

Seaspan is inviting Members of the Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh Nations to take part in a call for art to be included on two, new battery-electric shuttle buses that will soon be operating in North Vancouver providing shuttle service for Seaspan employees.

Guidelines and Application Process

Compensation

Artist to include cost breakdown in their proposal.

$100 honorarium for each submission that is received by the deadline and meets the submission requirements.

Deadline

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Shipyards Artisan Market

The Shipyards District is hosting an Artisan Market on July 15 and vendor booths are free for Nation Members. To learn more, please email theshipyards@cnv.org.

Guidelines and Application Process

Compensation

No cost for tables.

Deadline

Saturday, July 15, 2023

SkyTrain Art

TransLink is looking for Indigenous artists to create art that will be showcased on the windscreens adjacent to the car doors in the new SkyTrain Mark 5 train cars (launching in 2025).

Guidelines and Application Process

Compensation

$3,000

Deadline

Sunday, August 13, 2023