CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS:
2026 Artist-in-Residence in the classroom
Supported by Antigonish Culture Alive (ACA), Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, and the ASAP Artist Residency program
Antigonish Culture Alive (ACA) is seeking submissions for a paid artist residency in a Grade 4 French immersion classroom. The artist will select a theme and learning objectives and then create and teach a multi-stage arts project for students to complete over the course of 5-7 classes (10 classroom hours in total) in the spring of 2026. The residency is open to all artists living in Antigonish town and county and is open to any artistic disciplines or media.
The program is designed to be flexible, engaging, and complementary to the existing curriculum. The purpose is to develop an appreciation of fine arts, creativity, self-expression and imagination in young students. The project may be collaborative, individual or a combination.
The final project will be presented as an exhibit at the Antigonight Art festival in the fall.
Eligibility Requirements
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Must be a resident of Antigonish Town and/or County
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Must be 18 years of age or older
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Must submit all required application materials
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Must complete a Vulnerable Sector Police Check and pass the Nova Scotia Child Abuse Registry before commencing the residency
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Artist must speak some French as the residency is in a French immersion classroom
Submission Requirements
Please submit a theme and proposed project, including sketches if relevant. Email the follow to antigonishculturealive@gmail.com:
1. Project description/Letter of Intent/Learning objectives (250–500 words, or alternate format with advance notice)
2. Artist Portfolio or CV
3. Artist Bio and link to website/social media
Compensation
- Artist Fee: $1, 500 (includes planning, admin, and 10 classroom hours, 5-7 sessions)
- Materials: up to $450
EDIA Statement
Antigonish Culture Alive recognizes the historical dominance of settler narratives in public art. We strongly encourage applications from artists who identify as:
- Mi’kmaw/Indigenous
- Black/African Nova Scotian
- 2SLGBTQIA+
- Living with a disability or exceptionality
- Newcomers or members of other equity-deserving groups
Deadline: Please apply by January 31, 2026.
Territorial Acknowledgement
Antigonish (Nalikitquniejk) is located in Northeastern Mi’kma’ki, the unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People. These lands are covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship (1725), which continue to govern our relationships today. We honour the ongoing contributions of Mi’kmaq and Indigenous artists to the cultural richness of this region.
Contact: Please contact Art Coordinator Melissa Kuipers with any questions: antigonishculturealive@gmail.com.