College Promenade BIA - Call for Art Proposals
Requested by: College Promenade BIA
Address: 794 College St, Toronto M6G 1C6
Procurement Contact Person: Meg Marshall (Project Manager)
Telephone Number: 416-801-5910
Email Address: [email protected]
Address: 794 College St, Toronto M6G 1C6
Procurement Contact Person: Meg Marshall (Project Manager)
Telephone Number: 416-801-5910
Email Address: [email protected]
Background/Introducton
Art, diversity, multiculturalism and community are some of the major elements that make Toronto special. The year of 2021, Year of Public Art, has been dedicated as the kick-off year for the City’s new 10-Year of Public Art Strategy signaling Toronto’s renewed commitment to public art.
The College Promenade BIA has received a grant of $10000 to create a pubic art installation in our neighbourhood (our boundaries are along College Street between Havelock St and Shaw St).
Our vision is to bring existing customers, new customers and generate some positive buzz for the College Promenade community. As we start to re-open and welcome folks back, we also want to bring some smiles and add an extra element of interest. Incorporating a musical component would be desired, if it aligns with the overall project vision from the artist(s).
A minimum of 3 installations must be created, spread evenly throughout the BIA:
Deadline to Apply: Friday, August 6th at 5pm.
The Finer Details:
This open call is to solicit interested artists, art collectives, curators, groups, etc. to be a part of this project.
Toronto-based artists who have executed a similar project in scope are eligible to apply. Artists must be capable of following health and safety measures. Liability waivers and other contractual forms will be required upon approval.
Non-Negotiable Qualifying Criteria:
-submit a 1-2 page proposal outlining the idea and vision
-be available to construct their approved proposal and for it to be on display for Friday, September 3rd, 2021 at 12pm.
-be available to fix/repair or remove any or all parts of the installation within 48 hours if necessary
-adhere to proper health and safety protocols, including COVID-19, WSIB, etc.
-the project will be up until at least the end of August (the goal is for the project to have at least a 4 week lifespan)
-project must be able to withstand the weather elements
-electrical access may be possible, but not guaranteed
Evaluation Criteria:
-submit a 1-2 page proposal outlining the idea and vision
-Submit 4 to 6 images of previous work (.pdf or .jpeg)
-Relevant Experience working on various mediums
-Connection to the neighbourhood/community
-Budget and breakdown of expenses/costs - not to exceed $10000. (There is no opportunity to compensate more than $10000 for all components of the project).
Other Requirements:
-Adjust to community feedback to further refine artwork
-Ensure artwork is non-discriminatory, offensive and appropriate for all ages
-Accessible 24/7 outdoors (storefront windows can be used as people can stand outside and view the art installation)
-Represent the City and College Promenade BIA, through appropriate protocols, promotion, communication and management.
-Grant permission for the College Promenade BIA and City of Toronto to promote, take photos of the artwork pieces - royalty free
-art installations must be compliant with City of Toronto protocols - the BIA Project Manager will assist in determining appropriate locations
-the art installations must adhere to appropriate and applicable accessibility standards
-the art installations must not interfere with CafeTO patios
-electrical wires or any other elements can NOT run across the sidewalk or cause any trip hazards
-short list of 6-10 of preferred locations to be used (please use the nearest property address i.e. 860 College St)
This open call will be accepting submissions until August 6th at 5pm. Selected artist(s) will be notified by August 13th.
Please submit questions and inquires to [email protected]
Art, diversity, multiculturalism and community are some of the major elements that make Toronto special. The year of 2021, Year of Public Art, has been dedicated as the kick-off year for the City’s new 10-Year of Public Art Strategy signaling Toronto’s renewed commitment to public art.
The College Promenade BIA has received a grant of $10000 to create a pubic art installation in our neighbourhood (our boundaries are along College Street between Havelock St and Shaw St).
Our vision is to bring existing customers, new customers and generate some positive buzz for the College Promenade community. As we start to re-open and welcome folks back, we also want to bring some smiles and add an extra element of interest. Incorporating a musical component would be desired, if it aligns with the overall project vision from the artist(s).
A minimum of 3 installations must be created, spread evenly throughout the BIA:
- between Dovercourt to Havelock
- between Dovercourt to Ossington
- between Ossington to Shaw
Deadline to Apply: Friday, August 6th at 5pm.
The Finer Details:
This open call is to solicit interested artists, art collectives, curators, groups, etc. to be a part of this project.
Toronto-based artists who have executed a similar project in scope are eligible to apply. Artists must be capable of following health and safety measures. Liability waivers and other contractual forms will be required upon approval.
Non-Negotiable Qualifying Criteria:
-submit a 1-2 page proposal outlining the idea and vision
-be available to construct their approved proposal and for it to be on display for Friday, September 3rd, 2021 at 12pm.
-be available to fix/repair or remove any or all parts of the installation within 48 hours if necessary
-adhere to proper health and safety protocols, including COVID-19, WSIB, etc.
-the project will be up until at least the end of August (the goal is for the project to have at least a 4 week lifespan)
-project must be able to withstand the weather elements
-electrical access may be possible, but not guaranteed
Evaluation Criteria:
-submit a 1-2 page proposal outlining the idea and vision
-Submit 4 to 6 images of previous work (.pdf or .jpeg)
-Relevant Experience working on various mediums
-Connection to the neighbourhood/community
-Budget and breakdown of expenses/costs - not to exceed $10000. (There is no opportunity to compensate more than $10000 for all components of the project).
Other Requirements:
-Adjust to community feedback to further refine artwork
-Ensure artwork is non-discriminatory, offensive and appropriate for all ages
-Accessible 24/7 outdoors (storefront windows can be used as people can stand outside and view the art installation)
-Represent the City and College Promenade BIA, through appropriate protocols, promotion, communication and management.
-Grant permission for the College Promenade BIA and City of Toronto to promote, take photos of the artwork pieces - royalty free
-art installations must be compliant with City of Toronto protocols - the BIA Project Manager will assist in determining appropriate locations
-the art installations must adhere to appropriate and applicable accessibility standards
-the art installations must not interfere with CafeTO patios
-electrical wires or any other elements can NOT run across the sidewalk or cause any trip hazards
-short list of 6-10 of preferred locations to be used (please use the nearest property address i.e. 860 College St)
This open call will be accepting submissions until August 6th at 5pm. Selected artist(s) will be notified by August 13th.
Please submit questions and inquires to [email protected]
