Call for Proposals: Nuit Blanche Toronto 2024

Chasing Red by Bekah Brown, Nuit Blanche 2019

Calling All Artists!

Proposals for art projects are now being accepted for Nuit Blanche Toronto’s Open Call and Independent Project programs. Submissions must respond to the 2024 theme – Bridging Distance.

This theme encourages artists to recalibrate and reconnect with Toronto, the world and each other in public spaces – exploring the multifaceted ways we experience, understand and bridge distance through contemporary art. Learn more about the 2024 theme and Artistic Director.

Pneuma by Floria Sigismondi, Nuit Blanche 2016

Open Call Program

Canadian and International artists are eligible to submit proposals for the Open Call program. Projects are selected by the Nuit Blanche Artistic Director and curators in consultation with City of Toronto staff.

Open Call projects are funded up to $15,000 CAD and produced by the City of Toronto.

Submission Deadline: Sunday, January 21, 2024, 11:59 p.m. EST

Learn more about the Open Call Project Program and review the application guidelines.

Inside Out by JR, Nuit Blanche 2015

Independent Projects Program

Toronto based artists are eligible to submit proposals for the Independent Projects program.

Independent Projects are self-produced works staged in traditional and non-traditional art spaces across Toronto. Project locations may include public parks, galleries, storefronts, office towers, streets, sidewalks etc.

Proposals of any artistic discipline are welcomed but must have a strong visual component and be rooted in contemporary art practices.

Successful applicants receive a $1,750 CAD honorarium to cover artist fees and material.

Submission Deadline: Sunday, January 21, 2024, 11:59 p.m. EST

Learn more about the Independent Projects Program and review the application guidelines.

About Nuit Blanche Toronto

Nuit Blanche Toronto is the city’s annual all-night celebration of contemporary art, produced by the City of Toronto in collaboration with Toronto’s arts community. Since 2006, this award-winning event has featured more than 1600 art installations by approximately 5,800 artists and has generated over $489 million in economic impact for Toronto. For more information, visit the Nuit Blanche Toronto website or follow Nuit Blanche Toronto on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram or Facebook.

About the City of Toronto

Toronto is home to more than three million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture and innovation and climate action, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses. For more information, visit the City’s website or follow the City on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram or Facebook.

Sign up for the CultureTO newsletter to receive weekly emails about Toronto-based cultural events and artist opportunities.

For more information, contact: nuitblancheto@toronto.ca