Artist Resources

Indigenous Visual Artist Materials

Purpose
The program supports Ontario-based First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists working in the visual arts, crafts or traditional/customary Indigenous art forms to create artwork. Grants of $500 or $1,000 help cover the cost of buying art materials and supplies.

This is a third-party recommender program. Using Nova, OAC’s online grant application system, an artist applies to an Indigenous organization designated as a recommender for the program. These recommenders assess applications and submit grant recommendations to OAC. Click the Learn More button to see About Recommender Grants below for more information on the grant application process.

Deadline Dates
The 2024-2025 program is open from September 2024 until January 31, 2025, 1:00PM ET.

Exhibition Assistance

Purpose
The program supports Ontario-based artists and artist collectives working in visual arts, craft and media art practices in the presentation of their artwork in a confirmed public exhibition.

This is a third-party recommender program. Using Nova, OAC’s online grant application system, artists apply to the galleries and organizations designated as recommenders for the program. These recommenders assess applications and submit grant recommendations to OAC. Click the Learn More button to see About Recommender Grants below for more information on the grant application process.

Deadline Dates
The 2024-2025 program is open from early June 2024 until January 15, 2025, 1:00PM ET.

Creating Knowing and Sharing: Up to $300,000

This program supports Indigenous individuals, groups, Indigenous-led arts organizations and arts/cultural sector development organizations that foster a vital and resilient Indigenous arts ecosystem.

First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals, groups and organizations may apply to Creating, Knowing and Sharing (or to the other 5 Canada Council programs) for funding for artistic and cultural activities. Canada Council stands by Indigenous artists through a variety of programs and initiatives, such as {Re}conciliation. This program functions using a self-determined, Indigenous-centred approach. This means that it will be guided by Indigenous values and worldviews, administered by the staff of First Nations, Inuit and Métis heritage, and assessed by First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals.

Collaborations between Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists, that are led by Indigenous artists/organizations are encouraged and facilitated in Creating, Knowing and Sharing.

We hope this message finds you well.

As we prepare to relaunch event for Gray Line Toronto on May 21, 2024, we are excited to extend an invitation to you to be a part of our celebration.

Our relaunch party promises to be an unforgettable event, showcasing the vibrant culture and talent of our local community.

Gray Line Toronto has always been committed to fostering connections with our community, and what better way to do so than by collaborating with talented artists and musicians like yourself?

We believe that your unique creativity and passion will add an extra layer of excitement and energy to our event.

We understand the investment of time, effort, and resources required to participate in events like these. Therefore, we want to assure you that we are committed to supporting you in every way possible. Gray Line Toronto is prepared to cover all travel expenses, compensate for your time, and reimburse any material costs incurred during your participation in our relaunch party.

Whether you specialize in traditional Indigenous art, contemporary music, or any other form of expression, we welcome your participation in our relaunch party.

This is an opportunity to showcase your work to a diverse audience and to be part of a memorable event that celebrates both culture and community.

If you are interested in participating, please let us know at your earliest convenience. We would love to discuss how we can collaborate to make this event truly special. Additionally, if you know of other artists or musicians who would be interested in joining us, please feel free to pass along this invitation.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to be a part of our relaunch celebration. We look forward to hearing from you and to creating something amazing together.

Exhibits for the Centre’s art collection must have material significance, historical and contemporary, with a particular interest in works of art from our support communities, reflecting the community’s diversity. In a period when theory has dominated contemporary art, our exhibitions often represent the First Nations community in Canada and the personal relationships that the artists have with history and their surroundings, be it a reserve or urban setting.

We believe our exhibitions are more compelling than ever before and with the creation of multi-media surrounding the works, our objective of bringing art to a wider public is further enhanced.

First Nations artists wanting to exhibit their works at the Woodland Cultural Centre should espouse high standards of excellence and meet the following criteria in a submitted proposal.
The proposal should include:

• Statement of intent
• 10 current visual representations of the artwork (slides, photocopies, computer prints or CDs – NO original artwork please)
• Resume and any other relevant materials about the work such as critical reviews, catalogues, etc.
• Also include an appropriately-sized self-addressed stamped return envelope if you are mailing in your submission and wish them returned

The Centre also accepts email proposals, but please ensure the application is in PDF format, and images are no larger than 1000 x 1000 pixels at 100 dpi.

Be aware that we receive numerous exhibition requests throughout the year and while they are considered on a quarterly basis, responses to proposals may take up to 3 months due to the volume of submissions. Ordinarily, the Woodland Cultural Centre plans its exhibitions well in advance and aims to have an upcoming exhibition schedule in place for the next 3 years. This provides us with sufficient time to plan and organize major exhibitions as well as related educational, marketing and fundraising initiatives.

If you would like to submit your works for consideration for exhibition at Woodland, please submit a written proposal to:

ATTN: Patricia Deadman, Curator
Woodland Cultural Centre,
184 Mohawk Street, Brantford, ON N3S 2X2.
Email: curator@woodlandculturalcentre.ca
Phone: 519-759-2650 x255

Installation View, Indigenous Art, 2018