Nuit Blanche Call for Proposals
Art project proposals are now being accepted for Nuit Blanche 2026.
Every year, the City of Toronto seeks art projects for upcoming Nuit Blanches. Proposals are accepted for two distinct programs: Independent Projects, open to Toronto-based artists, and Open Call Projects, open to international and Canadian artists.
Proposals are assessed and selected based on artistic merit, project feasibility and relevance to the theme. Works by contemporary artists, artist collectives and collaborations between artists, researchers or creators working in other disciplines relevant to the theme are encouraged.
Independent Projects are self-produced, self-funded works, delivered in partnership with the City of Toronto. They can activate and transform sites across the city in traditional and non-traditional spaces, including the public realm, parks, galleries, storefronts, office towers, streets, sidewalks, etc.
Only Toronto-based artists and collectives may apply. Proposals should have a strong visual art component, be rooted in contemporary art practice and respond to the theme.
Selected Independent Projects receive a stipend towards artist fees and materials up to $1,750 CAD.
How to Apply
Download and review the Nuit Blanche 2026 Independent Project Guidelines for full program details and application requirements. Eligible artists and collectives can apply online below.
Proposals must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Information Sessions
Learn more about the application process at one of the following virtual information sessions:
Registration required. American Sign Language interpretation provided.
Contact
For more information about the Independent Project Program, please refer to the guidelines and email questions to Gabrielle Johnson, Independent Projects Coordinator, at Gabrielle.Johnson@toronto.ca.
Local, national and international practicing artists and arts collectives are encouraged to propose proposals that respond to the theme, with a clear artistic vision, ability to transform public spaces and engage broad audiences.
Artists and collectives working in any artistic discipline may apply. Proposals should have a strong visual art component and be rooted in contemporary art practice.
Selected Open Call Projects are funded to a maximum of $20,000 CAD and produced by the City of Toronto.
How to Apply
Download and review the Nuit Blanche 2026 Open Call Guidelines for full program details and application requirements. Eligible artists and collectives can apply online below.
Proposals must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Information Sessions
Learn more about the application process at one of the following virtual information sessions:
Registration required. American Sign Language interpretation provided.
Contact
For more information about the Open Call Program, please refer to the guidelines and email questions to Johnson Ngo, Programming Supervisor, at Johnson.Ngo@toronto.ca.