Artist Residency (Tett Centre)
Deadline: 10 October 2025 | 5:00 PM
Tett Centre for Creativity & Learning is excited to announce that 
applications are now open for the 2026 Tett Artist Residency Program. Now in its third year, this program supports Katarokwi/Kingston-based emerging artists by providing three months of dedicated studio space with unlimited access, fostering an environment for sustained creative exploration.
Four artists will be selected for the 2026 program. Local emerging artists from a wide range of disciplines—including visual arts, literary arts, photography, time-based media, curation, digital art, and more—are encouraged to apply. In addition to studio access, residents will engage with the community through programming and will present their work in the annual Tett Artist Residency Showcase.
At least one of the four residencies will be dedicated to an artist from an equity-deserving group. While recognizing that each person’s identity is diverse, multifaceted, and constantly evolving, Tett Centre strongly welcomes applications from artists who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit), Black, POC, racialized (including recent newcomers to Canada), 2SLGBTQQIPAA+, neurodivergent, disabled, and/or living with chronic illness or chronic pain.
Tett Centre is fully wheelchair accessible, with barrier-free parking, elevator access, and accessible washrooms. More information about building accessibility can be found on Tett Centre website. This unique opportunity offers artists the chance to immerse themselves in a thriving, multidisciplinary arts centre, fostering connections, skill development, and creative growth.
An information session for interested artists will be held on Thursday, September 18, at 5:30 PM at the Tett Centre.
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Call For Submissions: Kingston Juried Art Exhibition 2025 (Trellis)
Deadline: 19 October, 2025
Artists working in photography, painting, digital media, sculpture, installation, performance, and more are invited to submit up to three original works for consideration in a professionally juried group exhibition taking place this November in Kingston. Submissions are open to creators aged 18 and older who reside in Kingston, Wolfe Island, or the surrounding counties of Frontenac, Lennox and Addington, Leeds and Grenville, or Hastings. A panel of respected professionals working in the arts will select a shortlist of standout works. Jurors will be announced in the coming weeks.
This is a unique opportunity for emerging and established artists to gain significant exposure through a juried exhibition in Kingston. Selected works will be featured in a month-long group show, reviewed by professionals in the arts, and considered for a series of prizes including a solo exhibition and Grand Theatre ticket packages. Whether your practice is rooted in photography, painting, digital media, sculpture, installation, or performance, we invite you to share your voice and be part of this dynamic regional showcase.
This show is being presented by the Artery, a new gallery space and meeting place administered by two local charities, ReelOut and Trellis.
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Call for Submissions
(2026 Kingston Canadian Film Festival)
Deadline: 1 December 2025
2026 may feel like the distant future, but we’re already hard at work building next year’s Fest and we’re hungry for films!
We’re accepting submissions in the following categories:
- Features (30+ minutes)
- Canadian Shorts (short films from coast to coast to coast)
- Local Shorts (short films from filmmakers working in the Kingston area)
- Youth Shorts (for filmmakers still in secondary school)
Submissions will be accepted through Film Freeway – check out eligibility requirements and submit now!
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2ND ANNUAL KINGSTON ART TOUR (Kingston Art Tour)
Deadline: Until Filled
OCTOBER 4-5: The Kingston Art Tour. Everyone is welcome at this celebration of fine art, artisans and entertainers from the greater Kingston Area. Peruse the paintings, jewellery, birch bark and walnut ink fine drawings, mixed media, eco works and a miscellany of original works from skilled artisans.
Entertainment includes readings from talented local writers and poets, music and magic, children's entertainment, a demonstration of medieval long swords, and chess challenges. At the Joanne Gervais Studio Galleries at 1746 Unity Road; and other venues throughout Kingston and its rural north.
Invited to participate: Visual artists, fine craftsmen, artisanal crafts, musicians, theatre troupes, writers/poets, historical groups, athletics, special events groups. Early admissions benefit from hard copy advertising and early press releases.
Contact: joannegervais@gmail.com
Auditions
Auditions for Wit (Domino Theatre)
Deadline: October 12 & 14
The play runs Wednesday to Saturday from 14 to 31 January 2026.
Rehearsals will begin the last week in October.
Auditions will be held at Domino Theatre on October 12 (1-4 pm) and October 14 (6-9 pm). To book a time, please send along your resumé to Martha Bailey at baileym@queensu.ca. The audition will be readings from the script.
If the auditions dates are not convenient, we can arrange an earlier (but not a later) date.
Cast:
- A middle-aged female academic (main character)
- An older female academic
- An older male doctor (doubles as a father)
- A younger male doctor
- A female nurse of any age
- 3 or 4 actors of any gender or age to play lab technicians, students, residents, and code team members
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The Isabel Voices (The Isabel Voices)
Audition requests accepted on an ongoing basis
Join the joyful community of The Isabel Voices, where singers of all backgrounds and talents are embraced! The Isabel Voices has two dynamic ensembles that engage in exciting projects throughout the year, a large ensemble and small ensemble. Auditions take place on an ongoing basis, offering opportunities as spots become available within the ensembles. Join this spirited community of singers and create unforgettable musical moments and forge lasting friendships.
Board & Volunteer Opportunities
Call for Board Members (Kingston Arts Council)
Seeking: Chair, Treasurer, Directors
The Kingston Arts Council (KAC) Board of Directors is seeking passionate, community-minded individuals interested in joining the KAC Board. We are currently seeking applications for both general Director positions and the Executive positions of Chair and Treasurer. With our 2025-2030 Strategic Plan forthcoming and core projects in development — including a major overhaul of the City of Kingston Arts Fund — this is an exciting time to join the KAC team and make a strong impact in our sector!
These are flexible volunteer roles with two-year terms, renewable for a maximum total of six consecutive years. KAC’s Board plays an important role in supporting our mission and vision, offering oversight and strategic direction, and guiding the organization as it grows. Together, we care for KAC’s stability and ensure it continues to serve artists and arts organizations in meaningful ways.
Chair
The Chair provides leadership to the Board of Directors and oversees the governance of the KAC. With support from the Executive, they ensure the integrity of KAC’s governing processes and the fulfilment of its responsibilities in alignment with the KAC’s bylaws and mandate. The Chair facilitates cooperative relationships amongst the Board and between the Board and Executive Director, and represents the Board to key community partners including the City of Kingston.
For this position, we’re looking for someone who:
- Is committed to the vision and mission of the Kingston Arts Council, and passionate about strengthening and empowering our local arts industry;
- Is able to commit to a minimum of two years in this role plus one year in a general Director or advisory position;
- Leads with passion and care, has strong interpersonal skills, and is dedicated to inspiring and uplifting the KAC team;
- Has previous experience in the not-for-profit realm, ideally in a Board position or other core leadership role;
- Is committed to the principles of Indigenization, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IIDEA); and
- Lives and/or works in Katarokwi/Kingston or the surrounding region.
Treasurer
The Treasurer will work alongside the Executive Board to provide financial oversight to the Executive Director. Key duties include meeting with the Executive Director and Executive Board, overseeing and supporting the development and execution of multi-year financial plans, reporting to the Board, and sitting on the Finance and Audit Committee. The Treasurer plays a key role in ensuring KAC resources are used effectively to maximize impact on both the organization and the local arts sector.
For this position, we’re looking for someone who:
- Understands finances and reporting, ideally with knowledge of nonprofit financial management;
- Can read financial statements and help interpret them for the board;
- Enjoys collaboration and strategic thinking; and
- Wants to contribute meaningfully to the arts in Katarokwi/Kingston.
Directors
Directors, otherwise known as general members of the KAC Board of Directors, provide strategic direction and guidance to KAC staff via the Executive Director. The KAC Board convenes for one-hour meetings on a monthly basis. Directors can sit on and/or chair Committees and Working Groups of the KAC Board, depending on their expertise and interests, including:
- Governance Committee
- Finance and Audit Committee
- Fundraising Working Group
- Community Engagement Committee
We welcome applications from people with nonprofit, business, legal, and/or fundraising experience, but this is not a requirement for general Director positions. We’re especially eager to hear from individuals who reflect the diversity of Katarokwi/Kingston and the many communities who make up its arts sector.
How to Apply
If any of these positions sound like a good fit, please consider submitting an application here.
If you’re curious and want to learn more before applying, you can reach out to Clelia Scala at board@artskingston.ca
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Call for Board Members (Modern Fuel)
Applications accepted on an on-going basis
The Modern Fuel Board of Directors is a working Board. Board members are expected to attend monthly meetings, attend Modern Fuel events, and serve a two-year term. Ideal candidates will help develop and implement strategies that will generate revenue, attract new supporters, expand our community connections, and build the artist-run centre’s profile in the Kingston community and across the country. Directors dedicate 5 - 10 hours of work per month attending meetings, self-guided work, assisting staff, and other tasks as needed. If you are interested in getting involved as a Board Director, feel free to contact us at mfarcbodpres@modernfuel.org.
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Call for Board Members (Orchestra Kingston)
Applications accepted on an on-going basis
Orchestra Kingston invites members of the general public who are interested in music and the arts in general to join our vibrant and active Board of Directors of Kingston's community orchestra. Help us make sweet music. Interested parties should email manager.orchestrakingston@
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Call for Board Members (CARFAC Ontario)
CARFAC Ontario is seeking to connect with artists to join our board and contribute to advancing representation and advocacy on behalf of artists across Ontario. The board of directors is responsible for overseeing the organization’s governance and strategic direction in alignment with our mandate. We invite both CARFAC Ontario members and members of Ontario arts community to nominate an artist, or themselves, to be considered to join our board. This is a volunteer position.