Federation of Canadian Artists Open Call (Painting Intake)

ORGANIZATION: Federation of Canadian Artists

DEADLINE: October 15, 2026

WEBSITE: http://artists.ca/submissions/view/id/2253

CALL FOR ARTISTS:
This annual fundraising exhibition calls for artworks in any style and of any subject, sized exactly 10” x 10”. Substrates must be 1 ½ inches deep, and only unframed pieces are permitted for this call. Works on paper must be mounted onto cradled wooden panel or gallery wrap canvas that is 1 ½ inches deep and finished to an archival standard. This exhibition is a great exhibition to participate in if you’re looking to attract new and younger clientele. Commission is shared 50 / 50 with the Federation.

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 ten (10) artworks for consideration. If successful, a minimum of one (1) artwork per artist will be exhibited.

HOW TO APPLY:
Before submitting, artists must review the submission guidelines:

Painting Intake Guidelines
https://artists.ca/content/item/download/8626/119

Submission forms

Painting Intake Submission Form
http://artists.ca/submissions/view/id/2253

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

Commission Rates

50% to artist / 50% to Federation