Call for Artists - Emerge (Painting & Sculpture)

ORGANIZATION: Federation of Canadian Artists
DEADLINE: Sep. 15, 2026
WEBSITE: http://artists.ca/submissions/index

CALL FOR ARTISTS:
Attention, all new and emerging artists! This group exhibition is your chance to shine and gain valuable exposure in the art world. We’re seeking fresh talent, so eligibility is exclusively for artists who self-identify as emerging. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work!

About the FCA:
The Federation of Canadian Artists is a registered charity founded in 1941 by professional Canadian artists, including Group of Seven members Lawren Harris, Arthur Lismer, and A. Y. Jackson. The organization’s first National Executive Council was led by Andre Bieler, while Lawren Harris served as the BC region’s first chairman. Other founding members included Emily Carr and the Honourable Mark Kearley.

Artists may submit up to five (5) artworks for consideration. If accepted through jurying, a minimum of one artwork per artist will be exhibited.

HOW TO APPLY:
Before submitting, artists must review the submission guidelines:
https://artists.ca/content/item/download/8616/119 (Painting Intake)
https://artists.ca/content/item/download/8617/119 (Sculpture Intake)

Submission forms:
https://artists.ca/submissions/view/id/2246 (Painting Intake)
https://artists.ca/submissions/view/id/2247 (Sculpture Intake)

FEES/COMPENSATION:
Entry Fees:
Entry fees are non-refundable and accepted in Canadian dollars only.
$20 CAD for the submission and first artwork
$20 CAD for each additional artwork

Awards:
Brian Atyeo Award: $600 CAD
People’s Choice Award: 15% discount on select Federation Academy courses and programs

Commission Rates:
FCA Members: 65% to artist / 35% to Federation
Non-Members: 50% to artist / 50% to Federation