Canada

Part Crowd Art Gallery
ABSTRACT Open Call for Group Show
Abstract art allows artists to express their vision in an array of techniques and styles. Abstract art also leaves room…

The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR)
Live Performance
The Live Performance program subsidizes the cost of domestic and international performances including showcases and tours. For more information, visit The…

The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR)
Juried Sound Recording: Album
The intake deadline for fiscal 2025-2026 is July 10, 2025, with new applications able to be created from June 5. The…

Why I did a Reality TV show for my arts practice
We talk to Blown Away contestant Tegan Hamilton on the wins, and pains, of art-based reality TV, and its career…

World Bank gives $8.75 million grant for Sean Penn’s Haitian charity
Sean Penn’s Haitian relief charity has received a big grant of $8.75 million from the World Bank.

Canada announces Governor General award recipients
The Canada Council has revealed the winners of the Governor General Awards for visual and media arts.

Former Canadian ambassador tells truth about ‘Argo’
Ken Taylor, who served as Canada’s ambassador to Iran during the 1979 US hostage crisis, has spoken out about the…

Ballerina to stay in Canada due to fears for her safety
Bolshoi ballerina Svetlana Lunkina has decided to remain in Canada after receiving a number of death threats.

Canadian author paints dark portrait of Vancouver
A book of short stories by Canadian author Zsuzsi Gartner presents a dark and satirical portrait of Vancouver’s future.

Cirque du Soleil to cut 400 jobs
Following the 2008 economic downturn and a strong Canadian dollar, the Cirque du Soleil will cut 400 jobs.