Applications open for Indigenous Artist-in-Residence 2026-2027
Press Release
April 27, 2026
The City of Edmonton is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 Indigenous Artist-in-Residence Program.
Indigenous artists working across disciplines, including traditional and contemporary Indigenous arts, fine craft, media arts, music, performing arts, visual arts and literary arts, are eligible to apply.
The selected artist will create a new body of work during the residency and share it through a final public showcase. The artist will receive dedicated workspace provided by the City of Edmonton, along with opportunities to contribute to public programming.
This is a paid, part-time residency with total compensation of $36,000. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and commit to a minimum of 20 hours per week over the course of a one-year residency. The start date and workspace location will be confirmed with the selected artist.
Applications are being accepted through the Edmonton Arts Council SmartSimple platform.
Key Dates:
- Applications open: April 27, 2026 at noon
- Information session: May 4, 2026 at noon
- Applications close: May 20, 2026 at noon
The Indigenous Artist-in-Residence program is delivered by the City of Edmonton’s Indigenous Relations Office in partnership with the Edmonton Arts Council. City Operations supports the program by providing workspace that enables artistic practice within a municipal environment.
For more information:
edmonton.ca/IAiR
edmontonarts.ca
Media contact:
Michelle Steele
Communications Advisor
Social Development
780-292-2774
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