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Call for Expressions of Interest: Permanent Public Art for Dave Ryan Park
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About this call
The City of Pickering, Ontario, invites professional artists and design teams to submit expressions of interest for a permanent integrated public artwork at Dave Ryan Community Park. The work should occupy an approximately 4m x 5m concrete area adjacent to the park fieldhouse, combining artistic expression with functional purpose such as seating or gathering. The total project budget is CAD $60,000, and the theme centers on community building, expansion, and growth.
Who can apply
- International applicants
- Medium: Sculpture / Mixed Media / Installation
- Free entry
- Submissions must include: CV (max 3 pages), artist statement, portfolio (max 10 projects), and two professional references, submitted as a single PDF via the City's designated online form. Three shortlisted finalists each receive CAD $1,500 for Stage 2 concept development. Deadline: November 6, 2026 at 4pm EST. Location: southeast corner of Mulberry Lane and Alexander Knox Road, Pickering, Ontario.
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