Request for Qualifications: mistahaya wîkihk Community Recreation Centre Public Art Projects, Edmonton

Overview

The Edmonton Arts Council, on behalf of the City of Edmonton, is seeking six Indigenous artists or artist teams to create artworks for mistahaya wîkihk Community Recreation Centre (Lewis Farms Community Recreation Centre), which has been named by Elder Bob Cardinal of Enoch Cree Nation. The name translates to 'The Big One's at his home / Grizzly Bear's Home.' This two-stage selection process will shortlist qualified candidates for further information.

Project Opportunities

• Interior Three Storey Wall: $240,000 budget (Enoch Cree Nation members only)
• Twin Arena Interior Glazing: $20,000 design fee (Enoch Cree Nation members only)
• Edmonton Public Library Interior Wall: $200,000 budget (Indigenous artists across Canada)
• Monumental Exterior Sculpture: $400,000 budget (Indigenous artists across Canada)
• Small Scale Exterior Sculpture: $175,000 budget (Indigenous artists across Canada)
• Exterior Wall Sculpture: $175,000 budget (Indigenous artists across Canada)

Eligibility

Enoch Cree Nation artists are eligible to apply for all opportunities. For the four projects open across Canada, Indigenous artists or artist teams residing anywhere in Canada may apply. Emerging public art artists are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Dates

• October 5, 2026 at 11:59am MT (noon): Deadline for Request for Qualifications
• October/November 2026: Interviews to select artists or teams for each project
• April 2027: Artist concept due
• June–December 2027: Installation of interior artworks
• Spring 2028: Installation of exterior artworks
• Note: Dates are preliminary and subject to change due to weather and construction conditions

How to Apply

For complete information and to apply, visit edmontonarts.ca. If you have questions about your eligibility, application, or these opportunities, contact [email protected]