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Mount Allison University – Wabanaki Ornamental Doorway Commission
artgoat.comCommissionMultidisciplinary
- Who Can Apply: Wabanaki artists and Wabanaki-led teams who are eligible to work in Canada; Mount Allison University employees are not eligible.
- The Focus: Permanent public artwork for an ornamental doorway portico at the RP Bell Library Centre for Innovation and Learning, honouring Wabanaki knowledge systems and artistic practices.
- Compensation: $100,000 CAD all-inclusive project budget covering artist fees, supplies/materials, travel, and applicable taxes.
- Key Requirements: Submit an Expression of Interest (max 25 pages) including an artist résumé or CV, an EOI outlining artistic approach and connection to Wabanaki knowledge systems, images of relevant past work with an image list, and two professional references; submit electronically by contacting rterrio@mta.ca for the secure upload link.
DeadlineWednesday, October 7, 2026
Pay$100,000 CAD all-inclusive project budget covering artist fees, supplies/materials, travel and applicable taxes. No fees paid for preparing Expressions of Interest; only the successful proponent is paid.
Program datesOctober 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027 (artistic concept development); fabrication anticipated in 2029; engagement required through completion in 2030
LocationSackville, New Brunswick
ParticipationOn-site
Disciplinespublic art, Indigenous knowledge systems, Wabanaki artistic practices
Application notesThis is an Expression of Interest only; artwork proposals are not required at this stage — the final artwork concept will be developed with the successful proponent. Submissions must not exceed 25 pages total. To submit, email rterrio@mta.ca for access to the secure upload link. The successful proponent must remain engaged with the project through completion in 2030.
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Mount Allison University
Organization based in Sackville