Residency · Kitchener, ON
City of Kitchener 2027 Artist in Residence
City of Kitchener
You should apply if you're a Waterloo Region artist who facilitates community workshops and wants a paid, part-time public art research residency.
About
The City of Kitchener, Ontario is hiring a 2027 Artist in Residence for a six-month, part-time residency from about April to the end of September, working with the parks design team on the Lancaster West Park Network. The artist runs arts-based engagement with residents around storytelling, neighbourhood identity and wayfinding, and the findings will shape a later public art commission. The artist receives a $10,000 honorarium paid in two installments plus up to $2,500 for pre-approved expenses. Applicants send a CV, letter of intent, work samples, an engagement plan, a budget and schedule, and one reference letter by 5 p.m. on December 3, 2026.
Eligibility
Artists who live or work primarily in Waterloo Region, or who show a clear, ongoing connection to the region. The focus suits artists working between writing, research and visual arts.
Applications happen on City of Kitchener's website. Seeke reviews and indexes the listing but does not accept applications.