Public Art

Call for Artists - Humber River Centre, Coworking Space Mural - CLOSED

Overview and Background

The Town of Caledon invites Canadian professional artists or artist teams to submit an expression of interest to create an indoor, original mural for Caledon’s Humber River Centre, Coworking Space. 

 

The Humber River Centre opened in 2024 and was an important revitalization project for the Downtown Bolton Revitalization Plan. The Humber River Centre has coworking and meeting spaces for businesses, space for Council engagement with residents and an indoor-outdoor gathering space for events and markets. The Coworking Space is located upstairs and offers free coworking space for local entrepreneurs and innovators looking to start or grow their business in Caledon. 

 

To create a more welcoming and unique environment the Town of Caledon's Business Attraction and Investment team are seeking an artist to create a wall mural in the Coworking Space. Artists are asked to submit an expression of interest (EOI) to create an indoor art mural at the Humber River Centre in the Coworking Space, upstairs.  

 

The artwork should be suitable for a coworking and entrepreneurial environment. We are looking for the artwork to be illustrated, have pops of colour, clean lines and modern look and style. We are seeking realistic and professional artistic style, and does not include whimsical, cartoon, or exaggerated elements. The artwork should acknowledge Caledon landmarks and celebrates Caledon's innovation, growth and evolving landscape of our community. 
 Artist Selection Process 

This is a two-stage competition. An artwork proposal is not requested at this time. 

 

Stage One: Applicants are reviewed based on the merit of artist's past work, professional qualifications, and experience. The Town of Caledon Staff will review all submissions and identify a short-list based on artistic excellence and demonstrated or perceived ability to create and execute an engaging mural that is complementary to the overall design scheme and entrepreneurial context. 

 

Stage Two: Short-listed artists will meet with Town Staff. Up to three shortlisted artists will be paid a $500 artist fee to develop a proposal for their artwork concept andbased on detailed artwork specifications and ability to meet the proposed timeline.  

 

An artist will be selected based on provided shortlisted artist concepts.  The selected artist will then enter a contract with the Town of Caledon for the creation of the mural and will be required to provide the following documents, which must be supplied prior to the start of the program. This includes proof of insurance coverage (minimum $5,000,000) naming the Town of Caledon as an additional insurer; Statement of HST status; Proof of standing with WSIB (if applicable).  

Site 

Humber River Centre, 28 Ann St, Bolton, ON L7E 1B9, Coworking Space, Upstairs in Room C 

 

The area for the mural will be on the space identified in the image below in the red space. The longest wall is 25 feet long and the shortest wall identified is 4 feet long.  Artists are able to visit the site prior to completing the proposal. The facility is open Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm.

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 Budget 
The budget for this project is $5,000 CAD including HST (maximum). This is the total amount available for all related expenses of this temporary public art project including, but not limited to: artist fees, all applicable taxes, detailed renderings, materials, meetings and schedules or other expertise as required, insurance, equipment, travel to the site, and an artist statement for completed work and maintenance plan.
Submission and Artwork Requirements  
  • The application is open to all professional, emerging, mid-career and established artists (18 years of age and older).  The application submission is free of charge to all artists.
  • All artists, teams of artists or groups who reside, work, study and or teach in Caledon are eligible. Caledon artists will be given preference and local artists will be taken into consideration. 

  • The selected artist will be expected to complete the creation and installation of this mural between September 8 and 12, 2025.  

  • Be an interior mural installation, suitable for exhibition in a public space; 

  • Be appropriate for the site in scale, execution, materials and creativity and not restrict or obstructor visitors movement through the space or compromise accessibility standards.

  • Be created using high quality and long-lasting materials 

  • Not pose a risk to public safety 

  • Artists must accept the risk that their artwork may be damaged, altered, or removed at any time after completion. 

  • Artwork must not contain content in breach of any intellectual property, trademarks, or brands or images of vulgar, offensive or illegal activity.  

  • Must be original art created by the artist. Purchased or public domain stock photography and/or graphics must be used only as elements of your design, not the full design. AI generated imagery not permitted 
 Timeline 
 
Project Phase Dates* 

Stage 1: Expression of Interest Open 

July 28, 2025 

Deadline for Stage 1: Expression of Interest Closed 

August 6, 2025 at 11:59pm EST

Artist Selection for Shortlist  

August 8, 2025 

Stage 2: Artist Shortlist Concept Design Cycle   

August 8-15, 2025  

Deadline for Stage 2: Shortlist Artists Concept Due 

August 15, 2025  at 11:59pm EST

Artist notified and contract execution - Milestone 

August 20, 2025  

Design Draft Cycle 

August 20- August 27, 2025 

Design Finalize   

August 28, 2025  

Artwork Installation  

September 8-12, 2025 

Artwork Completion  

September 14, 2025 

*Dates Subject to Change
How to Apply 

To apply please email culture@caledon.ca with the subject line “EOI: Humber River Centre Mural” and include the following in your submission package: 

  1. CV: Professional resume (3-pages max). If submitting as a team, an individual resume should be submitted for each team member. 

  2. Artist statement: describe your interest in this project and share your experience in the field. You can submit a written document (1-page max)  

  3. Portfolio of past work: Examples of relevant work. You may include multiple images per project on 1 page of a maximum 10 projects (10-pages). Add tittle, year, scope, budget and a short description. 

  4. References: A list of at least two professional references familiar with your work and working methods. The list must include name, title, complete e-mail addresses and telephone numbers. 

  5. A declaration that the design is a unique offering that does not infringe on any copyright or trademarks 

If you have any questions about the project, please email culture@caledon.ca 

 

The Town of Caledon reserves the right to contact artists if there is additional clarity required. The Town of Caledon reserves the right to determine the suitability of the submission and capability of the prospective artist(s) and select the artist that it deems most appropriate for the project. The Town of Caledon reserves the right to terminate or re-advertise any project.

Art in the Halls - Current Spring Summer Exhibition: Caledon in Living Colour 

The Town of Caledon’s Art in the Halls program is designed to showcase original artwork from Caledon artists to the public in Recreation and Culture facilities across Caledon. The Town of Caledon is fortunate to be home to many artists from all across Caledon. The Spring Summer 2025 artists can be found at the Caledon East Community Complex, the Humber River Centre and Southfields Community Centre until August 29th, 2025. Visit the artists and their work this Summer and support local. Art can be purchased directly through the artists.

Caledon East Community Complex
 Southfields Community Centre
Humber River Centre
Caledon Town Hall

The Town Hall exhibit featuring Brampton Caledon Community Living titled Art Beyond Labels: The Power of Inclusion was an exciting new edition to our Art in the Halls program and marked the beginning of May is Community Living Month. This inspiring collection features quilts, sculptures, and paintings created by the talented artists of BCCL. Through their artwork, these artists express their authentic selves, showcasing the power of creativity and the importance of inclusion. BCCL is committed to empowering individuals with intellectual disabilities to lead enriched, meaningful lives and to actively participate as members of their community.  We encourage you to learn more about the exhibit and Brampton Caledon Community Living. 

Art in the Halls- Applications for Fall 2025 is now OPEN

Overview and History

The Town of Caledon’s Art in the Halls program is designed to showcase original artwork from Caledon artists to the public in Recreation and Culture facilities across Caledon. The program launched in 2024 and seeks to provide opportunity for artists to showcase their work in exhibition space and provide a platform for emerging artists, instructors and students in the community at large. The Town of Caledon’s Art in the Halls program operates at four (4) facilities across Caledon. Space in each facility is available to artists for a 12-week period each season.

Artists will be featured on this webpage and the Art in the Halls program will be featured on Town social media channels to promote the program.

The theme for the Fall 2025 exhibition period is: Autumn in the Hills

 

The Winter Exhibition call for artists will open in December. To stay informed and up to date on all of our Call for Artists please subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter.

 
Duration

The program will accept applications on a quarterly basis for the following quarter. For example, applications will close in August for artists to display their work starting in September.

Applications for the Fall 2025 exhibition period are due by August 29, 2025.  The Fall exhibition period will run from September 19- December 22, 2025. 
Eligibility

All artists, teams of artists or groups who reside, work, study and or teach in Caledon are eligible. Caledon artists will be given preference and local artists will be taken into consideration.

The application submission is free of charge to all artists.

Artists must be available to install their work between September 15-19, 2025. 

The Town asks that interested artists under the age of 18 have the permission from a parent and/or guardian to enter the submission process for the Art in the Halls Project. The Town asks that all interested applicants have their parent/guardian sign and complete the submission form attached in order to be eligible.
Installation and Program Requirements 

All exhibitors are responsible for the transportation, installation and dismantling of exhibitions.

  • The installation and dismantling of exhibition will be coordinated and scheduled with staff
  • All works must be original artwork
  • All works must be ready to hang using a clip rail system. The hanging systems on all gallery walls can hold up to 20 lbs/ foot of gallery rail hanging system. All works will be displayed on adjustable vertical hanging rod systems provided by the town. We recommend that work is prepared with a wire on the back. 
  • Artwork may be made available for sale with prices listed on the labels. The Town of Caledon is not responsible for the sale of artwork. People looking to buy art are required to contact the artists directly.
  • Artwork cannot cover any fire alarms or security features and cannot obstruct hallways from being accessible.
  • Artwork must not include any indication or evocation of an offensive, insulting or distasteful nature, including but not limited to racism, violence, aggression, sex and politics. The Town of Caledon has the right to reject any application and/or artwork without cause
  • There is no fee to submit or display the artwork. Artists are responsible for insuring their own artwork.
  • The artist(s) will be responsible to pick up artwork after the program.
  • Application materials will be discarded 30 days after notification from town staff
  • All pieces are to be provided with a descriptor* approximately 6”x4” (150x100mm) with the following information:
    • Brief description of work 
    • Name of piece
    • Artist(s) name and contact information
    • Sales information
How to apply?

To apply for the Fall Exhibition, please submit an Art in the Halls application form.

Art in the Halls Application Form