CALL FOR INTEREST – OUTDOOR MURAL PROJECT

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The Grand Falls Regional Municipality is issuing a call for interest for professional and emerging artists residing in the province of New Brunswick to create an outdoor mural that will enhance our public space and reflect the cultural identity of our region.

Project objective

Create an original, durable, and inspiring mural that highlights:

• Local pride and the sense of belonging among community members

• The unique character of the municipality

• The heritage and culture of the region

• Inclusion and diversity

• The vitality and community dynamics

Location and dimensions of the wall

• Location: Exterior wall of the Grand Falls Curling Club, on the side facing the baseball field, providing high visibility from public spaces.

• Wall dimensions: 137’ width x 16’ height

• Surface type: siding

• Site context: The mural will be in a highly frequented public space, near the Anglophone school, a campground, the Golden Age Club, the tourist center, the baseball field, local shops, and the main boulevard, ensuring maximum visibility to both residents and visitors.

• Specific conditions: The artist should consider sun exposure, weather conditions, and long-term maintenance when developing the mural.

Eligibility

This call is open to:

• Individual artists or collectives residing in New Brunswick

• Those with experience in mural creation or public art

• Those available to start the project in the near future

Project Budget

The proposed budget must take into consideration all elements required for the completion of the mural, including but not limited to:

• Artist fees

• Materials

• Required equipment

• Any transportation costs or technical assistance expenses

How to Submit Your Application

Interested artists are invited to submit a complete application package including all required elements, as outlined below:

• A preliminary mural concept (note: the final concept will be developed in collaboration with the selected artist and the selection committee)

• An artist statement

• A detailed cost estimate

• Photographic examples of previous worK

  
  

Submissions must be sent before May 25, 2026, by email to cac@grandsault.ca or by mail to the following address:

Community Action Centre

1413 Tobique road, Drummond

NB, Canada E3Y 2P6

Please ensure that your application is complete and meets all requirements to be considered by the selection committee. Only selected artists will be contacted for the next stage.

For any questions or clarifications regarding the submission, please contact:

Mélanie Plourde

Community and cultural developments Coordinator

Grand Falls Regional Municipality

cac@grandsault.ca / 506-240-1765