Call for Public Art Jury Members 2026, City of Peterborough

Bloodroot by Jill Stanton, mural on Hunter Street Bridge

The City of Peterborough is seeking community minded individuals to serve as members of its Public Art Jury for a one-year term

Submission Deadline: February 23, 2026 4:00 pm ET

Are you passionate about public art and interested in shaping the cultural landscape of Peterborough?

The City of Peterborough is seeking knowledgeable, thoughtful, and community-minded individuals to serve as members of its Public Art Jury. Public Art Jury Members play a vital role in reviewing and evaluating artist proposals and making recommendations for public art commissions that enhance public spaces, reflect diverse voices, and contribute to the City’s Civic Art Collection.

This is an opportunity to collaborate with artists, cultural professionals, residents, and City staff to support a fair, transparent, and equitable public art selection process. Up to five (5) professional Public Art Jury Members will be selected through this call for a one-year term.

Requirements

Public Art Jury Members are responsible for:

• Reviewing and scoring artist submissions for public art projects, including Expressions of Interest (EOIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), direct invitations, and proposed donations
• Evaluating submissions using established artistic, technical, equity, and feasibility criteria
• Participating in jury meetings (virtual and/or in person) as required
  Note: Jury Members will be called on a project-by-project basis. While up to five (5) members may be appointed to the Jury, not all members will review every project. Jury participation will be determined based on relevant expertise, lived experience, and the specific requirements of each project.
• Contributing professional expertise, lived experience, and community insight to support informed and equitable recommendations
• Supporting the City’s Public Art Policy and Acquisition & Procurement Procedure

Jury Members make recommendations to the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee (ACAC); final approvals follow City governance processes.

Resonant Harmony by Vanessa Dion Fletcher, located at Miskin Law Community Centre

Eligibility

The City of Peterborough welcomes applications from individuals with:

• Professional experience or demonstrated interest in public art, visual arts, design, architecture, planning, curatorial practice, or cultural programming
• Knowledge of, or lived experience related to, Peterborough’s social, cultural, and community landscape
• Experience working with artists, community groups, or public-sector organizations
• A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in cultural decision-making

Local applicants from equity-deserving communities, Indigenous communities, and individuals with diverse lived experiences are strongly encouraged to apply.

Term, Time Commitment, and Compensation

• Term: One (1) year
• Workload: Up to six (6) public art projects per year
• Compensation: Public Art Jury Members will receive an honorarium of $1,500 plus HST (if applicable) for the year, inclusive of all meetings and reviews.

The Union Sculpture by James C. Smith, located in Millenium Park

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the online application form by including:

• A letter of interest outlining your background, experience, and interest in serving as a Public Art Jury Member (PDF format)
• A professional résumé or CV highlighting relevant experience (PDF format)

Submission Deadline: February 23, 2026 at 4:00pm ET

To access the full opportunity visit: www.peterborough.ca/CalltoArtists

For additional information or questions, please contact:
Stoyan Barakov
Manager, Cultural Services
City of Peterborough
sbarakov@peterborough.ca
705-742-7777 ext. 1481

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Accessibility:
The City of Peterborough is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are committed to an accessible and inclusive process. If you require accommodation to participate fully in this application or selection process, please contact Stoyan Barakov, Manager, Cultural Services, at sbarakov@peterborough.ca or 705-742-7777 ext. 1481. Accommodations will be provided on request.