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PHI North Residency
Residency program for public engagement projects
Latest source updateLast Update: July 6, 2026Latest change: PHI North now shows new FAQ rules, selection criteria, and contact details, while the 2026 residency dates remain listed.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 6, 2026
Latest change: PHI North now shows new FAQ rules, selection criteria, and contact details, while the 2026 residency dates remain listed.
PHI North FAQ and applicant rules updated
The PHI North page now shows a revised FAQ with new applicant rules: each artist, group, or collective may apply to only one category, multiple applications are excluded, and groups or collectives can include up to four members. It also makes the selection process explicit, including an independent committee and weighted evaluation criteria of Quality of musical composition (30%), Artistic vision and innovation (45%), and Clarity, rigour, and scope of the project (25%), while the contact email phinorth@phi.ca is now visible. The residency timeline remains visible with the 2026 session dates listed as August 17 to September 1, 2026; September 21 to October 6, 2026; November 2 to November 17, 2026; and November 23 to December 8, 2026. The page content also shifts from a closed-call presentation to a 2026 selected-artists view, changing the practical scope and applicant-facing guidance.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
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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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
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 project.
- Interest and relevance of the project.
- Feasibility of the project.
How to apply
- Apply now via the CALQ website.
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 or by phone at none.
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)