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Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions
Temporary artwork exhibition opportunity in Oshawa
Latest source updateLast Update: June 13, 2026Latest change: The page now shows an active call for local artists for a Convergence temporary exhibition, with new application requirements, dates, and submission contact details.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 13, 2026
Latest change: The page now shows an active call for local artists for a Convergence temporary exhibition, with new application requirements, dates, and submission contact details.
Call for Artists Updated for Convergence Exhibition
The page changed from showing no open calls to a live call for artists for the temporary Convergence exhibition in downtown Oshawa, focused on local artists and selected works for display in Veterans Square. It now shows an artist fee of $200.00, new eligibility and selection considerations, and a new application route through the online form or culturecounts@oshawa.ca for large files. The timeline is now visible as submission deadline June 12, an extended deadline of Wednesday, June 17 at 11:59 p.m., artist notification the week of July 12, print-ready file confirmation by July 26, and exhibition dates of September 19 and 20; the page also notes the timeline may change.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions seeks artworks for temporary public exhibition in Oshawa. Selected artists will have reproduction of their work printed and displayed for the festival weekend, and artists are paid a fee in accordance with CARFAC.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Reach a new target audience
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Oshawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Temporary exhibition of selected artworks at Convergence Music and Art Festival
- Reproduction and public display of artwork in Veterans Square
Documents Needed
- Contact information
- Artist biography
- Artist statement
- Print-ready artwork image(s)
- Artwork title(s)
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individual artists
- Emerging artists
- Mid-career artists
- Established artists
- Local artists with a connection to Oshawa or the Williams Treaties territory
Who is not eligible
- City of Oshawa employees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Artwork sales during the exhibition period
Eligible geographic areas
- Oshawa, Ontario
Selection criteria
- Quality of art, including excellence, craftsmanship, creativity and innovation
- Overall quality, including originality and artist reputation
- Community relevance and public-space suitability
- Compliance with guidelines and ability to meet deadlines
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare application
- Gather contact information, artist biography, artist statement, artwork title(s), and print-ready image(s).
- Prepare the required files in the requested format.
- Step 2: Complete the online form
- Submit the application through the City of Oshawa online application form.
- Upload the required materials and submit before the deadline.
- Step 3: Alternative submission if needed
- If you have difficulties with the form or file upload, email the submission to the City of Oshawa.
- If files exceed the stated limit, use email with an external file share program.
Processing and Agreement
- Submissions are reviewed by a selection committee.
- Selected artists are notified after review.
- Selected artists must enter into a contract with the City of Oshawa.
- If contract terms cannot be agreed, another artist may be chosen.
- The selection decision is final and not subject to appeal or review.
Additional information
- Selected artists must sign a contract with the City of Oshawa.
- The City will not facilitate sales of the artwork during the exhibition.
- Artists may request support or accommodations if needed to participate.
- All City decisions related to the call are final and binding.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions Program
What is the Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions?
Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions seeks artworks for temporary public exhibition in Oshawa. Selected artists will have reproduction of their work printed and displayed for the festival weekend, and artists are paid a fee in accordance with CARFAC.
Who is eligible for the Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions program?
To be eligible for the Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions program, you must:
18 years or older
Local Oshawa connection
Artwork follows guidelines
What expenses are eligible under Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions?
Temporary exhibition of selected artworks at Convergence Music and Art Festival
Reproduction and public display of artwork in Veterans Square
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions?
You can contact City of Oshawa or by phone at 905-436-3311.
Where is the Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions available?
The Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions?
Call for Artists: Art & Culture in the Hall Art Exhibitions is funded by City of Oshawa