Curatorial Coordinator, Indigenous Initiatives & Public Art, City of Peterborough

Support Indigenous-led public art and cultural programming in a growing municipal cultural portfolio

Electric City/Nogojiwanong by Kirsten McCrea. Photo: Kirsten McCrea

Curatorial Coordinator, Indigenous Initiatives & Public Art

Application Deadline: April 17, 2026, 11:59pm (midnight)

The City of Peterborough is seeking a Curatorial Coordinator, Indigenous Initiatives & Public Art to support the delivery of exhibitions, public art projects, and community-based cultural programming across galleries, museums, and public spaces.

This role requires lived Indigenous experience and a strong understanding of Indigenous cultural protocols, ethical curatorial practices, and community engagement. The position supports relationship-building with Indigenous artists, Elders, and communities, and contributes to the development of contemporary, community-based work grounded in Indigenous perspectives.

Working within the Recreation, Parks and Cultural Services Division, the Curatorial Coordinator contributes to curatorial projects through research, coordination, and hands-on implementation, supporting culturally informed, inclusive, and accessible programming.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinate exhibitions, public art projects, and cultural programming from concept through implementation
Support installation and deinstallation, artwork handling, and loan coordination
Assist with research, interpretive content, and exhibition materials
Liaise with artists, Indigenous communities, and cultural partners
Support community engagement activities, workshops, and public programs
Maintain documentation related to collections, exhibitions, and projects

Gathering by Michael Belmore. Photo: Michael Belmore

Skills and Experience:

Post-secondary degree in Art History, Fine Arts, Museum Studies, Cultural Studies, or related field
Minimum 3 years’ experience in galleries, museums, or cultural environments
Lived Indigenous experience (required)
Knowledge of Indigenous cultural protocols and ethical curatorial practices
Experience working with artists, Elders, and community partners
Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
Valid Class G Driver’s License
First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)

Compensation:

$73,109.40 – $76,749.40 annually

Equity and Access:

The City of Peterborough is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and members of equity-deserving communities.

We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Please advise if you require accommodation at any stage.

How to Apply:

Submit a cover letter and résumé to:
recruiting@peterborough.ca

Application Deadline: April 17, 2026, 11:59pm (midnight)

For additional information or questions, please contact:
People and Culture Division
recruiting@peterborough.ca

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