Open Calls

Annual Holiday Show and Sale of Local Artists

Deadline: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Noon

Calling all Town of Halton Hills artists! Submit your work to our annual Holiday Show & Sale, a seasonal exhibition celebrating local creativity and offering visitors the opportunity to purchase unique, handcrafted gifts for the holidays.

We are seeking original, saleable artworks in a variety of mediums that are suitable for holiday gift-giving. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your work and connect with the community. Items will be on view from December 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027 at the Halton Hills Cultural Centre Upper and Lower Sisnett Lobby.

Submission Deadline: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at 12 pm

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Public Art Roster

Deadline: November 23 at 11:59 p.m. 

The Town of Halton Hills Public Art Program invites artists and other creative professionals to submit portfolios to be included in the Town’s Public Art Roster. The Roster is comprised of pre-qualified regional artists who can provide original artwork for a variety of art opportunities integrated into civic infrastructure and the public sphere. By joining the Roster, artists are eligible to be contacted for direct commissions or limited competitions for a period of 5 years, with the option to re-apply at the next open call.

The Public Art Roster ensures regional artists and creative professionals are provided the opportunity to contribute to the creation of a healthy, vibrant and connected community, enhance quality of life for residents, and shape the Town’s cultural identity. 

Invited commissions and limited competitions may be facilitated for recurring/ongoing programs such as:

• • • Smaller murals or surface treatments on community buildings, skate parks, construction hoarding or other civic infrastructure including the Bell Box Project;
    • Artistic treatments for utility box wraps including Under Wraps Program;
    • Banners and signage;
    • Street installations including crosswalks, picnic tables, traffic barriers, planter boxes;
    • Functional design elements like shade canopies, seating or other integrated components and;
    • Other projects valued under $15,000

Please review the full submission guidelines before submitting your application. 

For questions, or applicants requiring additional support regarding this artist call, please contact: [email protected]

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