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PHI North Residency
Residency program for public engagement projects
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Latest source updateLast Update: August 10, 2026Latest change: The residency pages now show updated applicant rules, selection criteria, required agreement, contact details, and selected-offer conditions.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 10, 2026
Latest change: The residency pages now show updated applicant rules, selection criteria, required agreement, contact details, and selected-offer conditions.
Residency eligibility and application details updated
The PHI North residency page now says applicants may be artists, groups, or collectives of up to 4 members, with only one category allowed per application, and it adds selection criteria, a no-multiple-applications rule, and a required letter of agreement. The selected-offer details also expand residency conditions, including up to 15 days, no final production requirement, and no transportation coverage. The contact endpoint shown on the page is now phinorth@phi.ca, and a subscription link has been added in place of the prior information layout. The related PHI Montréal residency page also shows updated program timing for the next edition, with a cohort kick-off session on November 17, 2026 and a residency period from January to June 2027.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Closed
Location
Laurentides, Quebec, Canada
Overview
PHI Montréal is a residency program presented with the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec for artists in the Greater Montreal area and in regions outside Greater Montreal. It supports collaborative public engagement projects and includes mentorship, access to PHI resources, a public presentation, and financial support.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Laurentides
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative or co-creation projects involving communities in ideation, production, and final presentation.
- Projects presented in public spaces at PHI in formats such as showcases, events, discussions, performances, or workshops.
Documents Needed
- Project description
- Project budget
- Links to published works
- Supporting audio file
- EPK or press kit
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- An artist residing in the Greater Montreal area.
- An artist residing in Quebec outside the Greater Montreal area.
- Artists of all disciplines recognized by the CALQ.
- Writers from Québec.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who do not hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
- Applicants not residing in Quebec.
- Applicants whose project is already completed.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Transportation to PHI North.
- Pets on the residency site.
- Applications to more than one category.
- Final production at the end of the residency is not required.
Eligible geographic areas
- Montreal Metropolitan Community (CMM)
Selection criteria
- Artistic quality of the work.
- Interest and relevance of the project.
- Feasibility of the project.
Processing and Agreement
- Selected artists are invited to sign a Letter of Agreement with PHI.
- PHI retains exclusivity on the first public presentation of the project.
Additional information
- No application fee.
- Selected artists must sign a letter of agreement with PHI.
- Only one category may be applied to per project.
- No final production is required at the end of the residency.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the PHI North Residency Program
What is the PHI North Residency?
PHI Montréal is a residency program presented with the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec for artists in the Greater Montreal area and in regions outside Greater Montreal. It supports collaborative public engagement projects and includes mentorship, access to PHI resources, a public presentation, and financial support.
Who is eligible for the PHI North Residency program?
To be eligible for the PHI North Residency program, you must:
Professional artist resident in Quebec, either in the Greater Montreal area or outside it depending on the category.
Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Project must address a public engagement issue linked to the program theme and fall within a CALQ-recognized discipline.
What expenses are eligible under PHI North Residency?
Collaborative or co-creation projects involving communities in ideation, production, and final presentation.
Projects presented in public spaces at PHI in formats such as showcases, events, discussions, performances, or workshops.
Who can I contact for more information about the PHI North Residency?
You can contact PHI Foundation for Contemporary Art (PHI) by email at phinorth@phi.ca.
Where is the PHI North Residency available?
The PHI North Residency program is available Laurentides, Quebec.
Who are the financial supporters of the PHI North Residency?
PHI North Residency is funded by PHI Foundation for Contemporary Art (PHI)