Hnatyshyn Foundation – Fogo Island Arts Young Curator Residency
Location
Fogo Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Open to
Emerging Canadian curators who:
Are between 25 and 30 years old at application deadline,
Are Canadian citizens or permanent residents,
Hold a valid driver’s license and can rent a car,
Have curated a minimum of two exhibitions,
Have published at least two critical essays on contemporary art,
Demonstrate specialized training in contemporary art (academic or other),
Have work that has been professionally presented and peer-recognized,
Are proficient in English,
Have familiarity with Canadian institutions and contemporary art,
Are comfortable working in remote environments independently.
Application Fee
None indicated.
What’s Provided
Return travel to and from Fogo Island,
Accommodation in a heritage house on-site,
Use of a vehicle for on-island transportation,
Weekly honorarium to cover food and incidentals,
Time and space for research, creative experimentation, and curatorial work within the unique environment of Fogo Island Arts — a venue embedded in a socially and ecologically aware community.
What the Applicant Must Cover
No explicit application fee, but no mention of coverage beyond the provided support — candidates presumably cover personal expenses outside the stipend, and must meet all eligibility criteria (travel readiness, license, etc.).
Duration
6 weeks — scheduled for September/October 2026 if selected.
Deadline
January 13, 2026
Other Essential Notes
The residency is place-based and emphasizes cross-disciplinary dialogue, independent work, research, and immersion in Fogo Island’s physical and cultural landscape.
Submission requires: letter of intention; CV; portfolio of exhibition documentation (max. 10 images or 2 video links) and/or samples of published work (up to 10 pages); proof of valid driver’s license; completed online application form.
Working language is English.
