Artist and maker resources

Apply for open calls, sign up for our artist roster, and explore spaces for artists and makers.

On this page:

  1. Sign up for the artist roster
  2. Apply for open calls
  3. Check upcoming calls
  4. View closed calls
  5. Learn about space options
  6. Contact us

Sign up for the artist roster

Stay connected with the Arts and Creative Industries team. When you join the artist and maker roster, we’ll send you updates about:

  • open calls and opportunities
  • workshops and professional development
  • city arts programs and projects

We only use your contact information to share opportunities. You can unsubscribe at any time.

 Sign up for the roster

Apply to open calls

We post open calls throughout the year for artists, performers and community groups. Each call includes details about eligibility, requirements and deadlines. All applications will close at 5 p.m. on the deadline date.

Open call dates are subject to change. 

A decorative, colourful bike locker featuring a vibrant nature-themed mural with abstract plants and shapes. Houses and greenery are visible in the background.

Bike Locker Wraps

Artists are invited to submit an expression of interest to design a vibrant and engaging wrap for a bike locker in uptown Waterloo.

Apply by October 22

Check upcoming calls

Street banners with colourful artwork hang from poles down a pathway on a sunny day, surrounded by trees.

Waterloo Park Art Walk

Artists are invited to submit an image for consideration to be installed in this outdoor “art walk gallery” for park visitors to enjoy throughout the year.

Applications will open in October 2026.

Closed calls

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Arts Grant Program

Arts organizations can receive funding to support operations, projects or capital costs.

Closed February 19
Singer performing on stage under pink lights during an outdoor event.

Live performers at summer events

Musicians and live performers are invited to perform at various family-friendly events throughout the summer.

Closed February 26
A person twirls vibrant, colorful LED lights in swirling patterns against a dark background.

Lumen

Artists are invited to participate in Waterloo’s annual festival of light, art, and technology-based installations, taking place on September 19, 2026.

Closed March 26
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Art Markets

Artists, crafters and makers are invited to participate in these outdoor Art Markets from May to August.

Closed March 26
A sign titled "Trail Mix" featuring a cassette tape and a QR code is posted beside a paved path surrounded by trees and shrubs on a sunny day.

Trail Mix and Uptown Tunes

Musicians, bands, and spoken-word artists are invited to submit an original track to be featured on a city trail for one year.

Closed April 30.

A brightly painted picnic table on green grass featuring various local animals and plants.

Neighbourhood Picnic Table Program

Local artists are invited to submit their designs to paint a picnic table located in one of Waterloo’s neighbourhood parks.

Closed May 7.

 

Spaces for artists

The SpaceFinder program has ended across Canada. ArtsBuild Ontario is exploring new solutions.

For questions, email communications@artsbuildontario.ca.

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