Call for Submissions: Streetsville Hoarding Project – MH2 & MH2A Mississauga Road

Mississauga Art Council (MAC)

Mississauga Art Council’s Murals with MAC program in collaboration with HATCH x Peel Region, hoarding project location MH2 & MH2A Mississauga Road

Call for Submissions: Streetsville Hoarding Project (154m Hoarding Mural on Mississauga Road, Mississauga)

Project Code: MM26-MH2 & MH2A Mississauga Rd
Submission Deadline: Monday, April 6, 2026, 12:00am ET

Mississauga Arts Council’s Murals with MAC, in support of the Region of Peel Public Works and HATCH, is launching five hoarding mural projects across designated sites in Ward 11. Councillor Brad Butt, together with Heritage Mississauga, the Streetsville BIA, and the Streetsville Historical Society are collaborators on this initiative to provide meaningful artistic opportunities for local artists while celebrating Streetsville’s rich history, past and present, through compelling, site-specific artworks. Murals with MAC is seeking dynamic and impactful imagery that captures the unique spirit and character of Ward 11’s Streetsville community.

Project Overview – Streetsville in Time

This ambitious project will celebrate the rich heritage, people, and landmark moments of Streetsville, past and present. Six (6) selected artists will create two (2) murals while they work together to create a seamless visual narrative, using a timeline approach to portray Streetsville’s evolving history. The final artwork should feel cohesive across all panels while showcasing each artist’s unique style and interpretation.

Theme: Stories of Streetsville – A Timeline Through History

Artists will illustrate key historical moments, places, and community traditions that shaped Streetsville. The mural should include figurative, architectural, and cultural elements that reflect the character and spirit of a heritage village in a modern city.

Project Requirements

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage

Artists are not permitted to use artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in any part of their practice for this opportunity. This includes the use of generative AI tools, platforms, or programs in the creation, development, or production of the artwork.

Required elements to be represented in the collective narrative include:

Iconic People & Community Traditions

• Former Mayor Hazel McCallion (Bread and Honey Festival)
• Streetsville residents (past and present)
• The Santa Claus Parade

Historic Sites & Landmarks

• Old Railroad Station / Streetsville Rail Station (C.P.R.) – Queen Street North, 1910
• Old Fire Department
• Old Churches
• Old Franklin House (pre-1900s)
• Maiden Lane School

Historical Moments & Local Activities

• Swimmers at the River / Power Dam
• 1920 Lakeshore Baseball Team
• Hockey team on wet ice downtown, 1911

Artists are encouraged to interpret these elements creatively while respecting their historical accuracy and cultural importance.

Research Requirement for Selected Artists

To ensure authenticity and historical integrity, all selected artists must:

1. Visit the Streetsville Historical Society

• Request access to the archival reference images
• Speak with staff and volunteers for historical context
• Note: Contact information for these organizations will be provided to selected artists.

2. Connect with Heritage Mississauga

• Request access to the archival reference images
• Verify historical details where needed
• Note: Contact information for these organizations will be provided to selected artists.

Both organizations will provide free access to archival photos for use in this project only. Images may be incorporated into the designs as collage elements, integrated textures, or visual references.

Artistic Approach

Each artist will be assigned a section of the visual timeline, and all artists must collaborate closely to ensure:

• A consistent visual flow from one panel to the next
• Harmonized colour palettes and design transitions
• Shared storytelling direction and thematic unity
• Respectful and accurate representation of Streetsville’s heritage

Deliverables

• Final digital high-resolution artwork suitable for large-scale print production
• Accompanying description of your design and the era/moment depicted
• Participation in collaborative meetings with the artist cohort, MAC, HATCH, Heritage Mississauga, and Streetsville Historical Society

Technical Considerations

• The image can be created using traditional (drawing, painting, etc.) or digital techniques
• The image must be available to be reproduced in 300 DPI, CMYK high-resolution digital format (.pdf or .jpg).
• The image must be compatible with the specifications of 6ft in height and 20ft in length.

Download full specifications and dimensions, including templates, from the Google project folder.

Eligibility

This call to artists is open to established and or emerging artist(s) or artist teams. Only Mississauga-based residents will be considered for this project. We welcome individuals from diverse equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to visible minority groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities and 2SLGBTQIA+.

MAC is committed to ensuring the value of diversity is upheld in everything that we do for our members, employees, volunteers, and the broader community. MAC welcomes and supports all people, regardless of ability, age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or beliefs. It is incumbent upon MAC staff and volunteers to share the responsibility of creating and maintaining an environment of mutual respect and support.

Who Should Apply

• Local Mississauga artists or artist collectives
• Experience with murals, illustration, painters, digital design, collage, or storytelling-based artwork
• Artists with an interest in heritage, community identity, and collaboration

Compensation

$10,000 per artist, 6 artists total (+HST if applicable) PER artist(s) or group
*This is NOT a handpainted mural*

Selection Process

The Community Jury Panel will consist of seven stakeholders: Councillor Brad Butt; one (1) representative from the Region; one (1) from HATCH; and one (1) representative each from the Streetsville Historical Society, Heritage Mississauga, and the Streetsville BIA. Mississauga Arts Council (MAC) will also appoint one representative, who will chair the panel.

How to Submit

• All proposals must be submitted via email with the subject line “MM26-MH2 & MH2A Mississauga Rd” to jacqueline@macarts.ca
• Submissions received after the deadline of April 6, 2026 will not be considered
• Must be a resident of Mississauga
• Proposed images must be submitted in low-resolution digital format (.pdf or .jpg). All materials must be compiled into a single PDF document—no larger than 3 MB
• The artist may submit a maximum of two (2) concepts
• Artwork mock-ups are encouraged
• Title of work (important for press release)
• Artist statement in 250 words or less (important for press release)
• Up to 3 work samples, a demonstration of previous experience
• Brief CV and or resume (two pages maximum)

Submission Deadline: Monday, April 6, 2026, 12:00am ET

For additional information or questions, please contact:
Jacqueline Mak
jacqueline@macarts.ca | www.macarts.ca/muralswithmac

Mississauga Arts Council
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