City of Guelph Artist-in-Residence program

Thank you for your interest in the Artist-in-Residence program! Applications are currently closed. Please keep an eye on this page for 2025 applications to open in January.

About the Artist-in-Residence program

The City of Guelph offers the Artist-in-Residence program to broaden the community’s experience of the arts, inviting artists to engage with the public and showcase their creative practices while animating public spaces. The program aligns with the vision of Guelph’s Culture Plan, fostering innovation through creativity, curiosity and collaborative expression.

Each spring, a public Call to Artists is issued for Expressions of Interest in the program. Artists and art collectives working in all mediums and modes of expression are encouraged to apply. The proposals are juried by the Public Art Advisory Committee, and shortlisted candidates are invited to submit a more detailed proposal for consideration and final selection of the successful artist(s). Artists-in-Residence develop and deliver a project that includes public engagement throughout the summer months and during Culture Days in the fall.

For more information

For questions and interest in the projects, please contact:

Cultural Programs and Events Coordinator
Museums and Culture, Public Services
City of Guelph
[email protected]