Mount Allison University – Mi'kmaq Basketry Commission, R.P. Bell Library Centre for Innovation and Learning

Illustrative image: a mural fragment — Illustrative image: Mural Fragment, Teotihuacan, 500–600 CE. Art Institute of Chicago, public domain

Illustrative image: Mural Fragment, Teotihuacan, 500–600 CE. Art Institute of Chicago, public domain

Who Can Apply: Mi'kmaq basket makers and Mi'kmaq-led artistic teams with demonstrated knowledge of Mi'kmaq basketry traditions; applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Mount Allison University employees are not eligible.
The Focus: Creation of a permanent indoor suspended public artwork celebrating Mi'kmaq basketry traditions for the R.P. Bell Library Centre for Innovation and Learning.
Compensation: Total all-inclusive project/contract budget of $100,000 CAD, including artist fees, design development, mock-ups, materials, fabrication, transportation, installation, and taxes; only the successful proponent is compensated.
Key Requirements: Submit an expression of interest electronically (max 25 pages) with an artist résumé or CV, a statement outlining artistic approach and understanding of Mi'kmaq basketry traditions, images of relevant past work with an image list, and two professional references.

DeadlineWednesday, October 7, 2026

Pay$100,000 CAD all-inclusive project budget (artist fees, design development, mock-ups, materials, fabrication, transportation, installation and applicable taxes). No honoraria for Expressions of Interest; only the successful proponent is paid.

Program datesArtistic concept development anticipated October 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027; fabrication anticipated in 2029; engagement through completion in 2030.

LocationSackville, New Brunswick

ParticipationOn-site

Career stagesAll Stages

DisciplinesMi'kmaq basketry, basketry, public art

Application notesExpression of Interest only — artwork proposals are not required at this stage; the successful proponent develops the final design with the university. EOIs must include a résumé/CV, a statement of artistic approach and understanding of Mi'kmaq basketry traditions, images of past work with an image list, and two professional references, not exceeding 25 pages total. Submission is electronic via a secure upload link: email Ruth Terrio (rterrio@mta.ca) to request access. Deadline October 7, 2026, 4:00 p.m. ADT. Concept development runs Oct 2026–Apr 2027, fabrication is anticipated in 2029, and the artist must remain engaged through completion in 2030.

Contactrterrio@mta.ca

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