call for submissions: collective city gallery project

Since 2011, Collective City Arts has produced documentary videos about the storied history of Toronto’s dynamic Artist Collectives and the fluid spaces in which they exhibit. Now, we’re excited to expand this mission to include a dedicated Gallery Project of our own.

Collective City Gallery Project

We invite individual artists, artist collectives, and curators to submit a proposal for a 2-week show as part of our inaugural season in 2026. Successful candidates will receive rent-free access to the contemporary exhibition space at Dupont Rail Gallery in midtown Toronto. The Gallery Project will also provide a part-time sitting attendant, and promotional support for the show.

Collective City’s aim is to showcase and celebrate the work of independent artists working in the Toronto region. We define “independent” as having a studio practice with output that is not represented by a commercial gallery or institution.

Our Theme: None

For this call, there is no restriction on genre or medium of artwork. We encourage applications from anyone, regardless of age, gender, colour, and creed, with a serious professional commitment to visual artmaking, and who has some exhibiting experience.

Our Space: Dupont Rail Gallery

We’re delighted to partner with Dupont Rail Gallery, a bright and modern exhibition space is located at 1444 Dupont Avenue (West of Lansdowne). The 800 sq. ft venue features an open layout, gallery lighting, automatic garage-door, and full kitchen and washroom. Visit their website for more information. dupontrail.ca

Sales

The Collective City Gallery Project takes no commission on sales of works in any show.