Artists & Programming Partners
Call for Submissions
The magic of Scotiabank Nuit Blanche will return to light up the city on Saturday, September 29, 2012.
If you have an idea for an art project, there are two different ways you can apply to participate: as an Open Call Project or an Independent Project. Details about both options are listed below.
Open Call Projects
Each year the City of Toronto works with a group of curators to commission a series of installations ("Exhibition Projects") in each of three Exhibition Areas. In addition to 10 commissioned projects, each Exhibition Area includes five projects selected by the curators through an open call process.
The deadline has now passed for 2012 Open Call submissions. Please check-back in October 2012 for information on 2013 applications.
Frequently Asked Questions 2012
For more information, email: ocs@toronto.ca
Independent Projects
Toronto artists, museums, galleries, cultural and educational institutions, neighbourhoods and BIAs are invited to submit their plans to be an Independent Project. Selected projects are chosen by an autonomous advisory Committee. All projects must meet the Scotiabank Nuit Blanche criteria outlined in the Guidelines for Independent Projects.
All applications for the Independent Project Program are reviewed first for eligibility by the City of Toronto Special Events Office. Eligible applications will be forwarded to the Scotiabank Nuit Blanche Artistic Advisory Committee for assessment and recommendation.
Applicants should be aware that their participation in Scotiabank Nuit Blanche is not automatic solely on the basis of meeting the general eligibility requirements. The selection committee will assess applications against the criteria outlined in the Guidelines document.
Deadlines:
The deadline for Independent Project Applications is February 15, 2012. All Documents and Files are due by this date.
- Emailed applications are due by midnight, Wednesday, February 15, 2012.
- Hand delivered applications are due in our City Hall office by 4 pm on Wednesday, February 15, 2012.
Mailed applications are required to be postmarked on Friday, February 10, 2012 at the latest. Address your package to: Scotiabank Nuit Blanche Independent Project Application.
Toronto Special Events
City Hall, 6th Floor, West Tower
100 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON M5H 2N2
Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed or accepted.
How to apply:
- There are two documents provided here. The first is the Independent Projects 2012 Guidelines, the second is the Independent Projects 2012 Application. Please download both documents (both documents are in PDF format).
Important Note: There are new, critical updates to the 2012 Guidelines & Application. Please ensure you read the Guidelines document before completing the Application.
Independent Projects 2012 Guidelines (PDF)
Independent Projects 2012 Application (PDF)
Independent Projects 2012 Application (MS Word)
- Complete the Application Form electronically. If you're not able to access the form fields, please email ips@toronto.ca requesting assistance.
- In order for your project to be considered, you must fill out the relevant application form and adhere to all programming criteria and submission requirements.
Email your application to ips@toronto.ca. Please send your email with the subject line:"Independent Project Application - Your Artist/Organization Name"
Importantant Notes:
- The application form should be completed electronically. Please fill in all fields and email or mail it with a strict maximum of eight attachments.
- We can only accept one email submission per project. Your application and all attachments must be included in one email. Please ensure that you do not break your application up over several emails.
- Please note, there is a 10MB limit per email message. If your attachments are more than 10MB combined, the submission mailbox will not accept your email.
- All applicants WILL receive an e-mail confirming receipt of their application within two working days. If you submit an application and do not receive this e-mail, your application HAS NOT been received and you must follow-up with our office.
Frequently Asked Questions 2012
Exhibition Projects
At least thirty installations ("Exhibition Projects") are selected specifically by our group of curators to complement the theme of their curatorial vision for Scotiabank Nuit Blanche. These installations are then commissioned by the City of Toronto for Scotiabank Nuit Blanche.
We do not accept applications for Exhibition Projects.
Volunteers
Toronto Special Events is always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers to join the team. If you have the stamina – we have an all-night job for you! Please visit the TSE Volunteer Page for more information.
Sponsorship Opportunities
The City of Toronto is dedicated to working with corporate Canada to seamlessly integrate your business objectives and needs into the event while maintaining the essence and vision of Scotiabank Nuit Blanche.
Please let us know your core objectives and budget, and we will recommend best fits with our programming and sponsorship levels, and propose effective activation concepts.
By sponsoring Scotiabank Nuit Blanche you have a rare opportunity to play a major role in the transformation of Toronto.
For more information on how to become a corporate partner, contact Michael Brown, Sponsorship Manager, at MBROWN3@toronto.ca or 416-395-7347
Future Dates
Each year Scotiabank Nuit Blanche Toronto is held on the weekend before Canadian Thanksgiving. The scheduled dates are:
Saturday, September 29, 2012
Saturday, October 5, 2013*
Saturday, October 4, 2014*
*all dates are subject to change
