Indigenous Artist Application

Apply to participate in the Indigenous Artwork Program

We are looking for some information from you to begin your application to the program. Your information helps us honour your identity, respect cultural protocols, and stay connected throughout the program application.

Please complete the details below, knowing some questions are for administrative purposes only, and others are to celebrate your cultural connections.

As part of ICBC's commitment to meaningful Reconciliation, this is a program for Indigenous (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) artists who are currently living within B.C.

Do you currently reside within the "Province of B.C."? *

Yes
No

We invite you to share a bit about who you are, in the way that feels right to you.

Tell us about yourself

Please share with us how you identify *

First Nation (status and non-status)
Métis Nation
Inuit Region (Nunavut, Inuvialuit, etc)

Which Nations or Bands are you from or do you represent? *

Traditional name *

Legal name (used for contracts) *

Preferred pronouns (optional)

Contact Information

Email *

Phone number *

Mail address *

How would you like us to contact you? *

Your Artistic Journey

This program supports early career Indigenous artists who wish to grow a long-term arts career. We would love to learn more about your creative path. Please share your experiences as an artist in a way that feels natural to you. This could include your inspirations, teachings, mentors, or stories that have guided your work.

What forms of art do you enjoy making? (e.g. painting, carving, beadwork, weaving, digital art etc.) *

Please tell us about your journey as an artist. (For example, you may include years of practice, teachings received, exhibitions, community projects, or other milestones you feel are important.) *

What specific themes or teachings guide your artwork? *

If you have previously created artwork for public organizations, community spaces, or similar projects, please share your experience. *

Do you have an artist statement, biography, or any artist social media links you would like to include? (optional)

Share your art. Please send 4-6 photos of your original artwork to Leanne at [email protected].

ICBC will not use or copy any artwork that you share to express your interest in the program.

The work you share with us will help the advisory group understand who you are as an artist. We're looking for artists who work in 2D materials (such as digital art, painting, or drawing) and who are open to using ICBC's brand colours and circle shape. If you can digitize your own work, let us know!

Questions?

If you have questions about the process or need support with the submission process, please reach out to Leanne at [email protected].

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