Are you passionate about the arts and want to play a key role in shaping the cultural 
landscape of Pickering? The City of Pickering is seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable 
individuals to join our Public Art Jury. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the 
selection of thought-provoking and inspiring public artworks that will enhance our 
community’s identity and enrich public spaces for years to come.

By participating in this important initiative, you’ll collaborate with fellow art advocates and 
experts to ensure the city’s public art program reflects the diverse voices, stories, and 
creative talents of our community. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and 
celebrate the power of art, we want to hear from you!

Up to five (5) Public Art Jury Members will be selected for the 2026 term.

As a Public Art Jury Member, you will:

• Evaluate and recommend artist proposals for public art commissions in 
  accordance with the City’s Public Art Policy (CUL130).
• Contribute to the selection, acquisition, and review of public artworks for the City of 
  Pickering.
• Collaborate with a diverse group of professionals, residents, and stakeholders to 
  ensure the highest standards of equity, transparency, and creativity in the selection 
  process

Term: One year.

• Compensation: Each Public Art Jury member will be paid a flat rate of $1,480.00 
  inclusive of HST.* for the year.
• Projects: A Public Art Jury member may review up to six (6) public art projects 
  during the term.

*Funding pending approval of the 2026 Budget.

Note, not all five (5) Jury members may be involved for the same project at once. 
Approved Public Art Jury members will be invited to sit on a project based on their 
qualifications and availability.

We are seeking individuals with:

• Experience or interest in public art, design, or cultural programming.
• Insights into Pickering’s social and cultural landscape.
• Professional expertise (e.g., artists, curators, architects, community organizers) or lived experience that can enrich the evaluation process

To apply, please submit:

• A letter of interest detailing your experience and motivation for joining the Public 
  Art Jury.
• A professional CV highlighting relevant expertise.

Submission Details
Email: etayles@pickering.ca
Deadline: January 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM.

The City will provide accommodations to all applicants who require special assistance 
throughout the process. Please notify Ellen Tayles-Armstrong, Curator, Public Art, at 905-
409-0567 or etayles@pickering.ca of any accommodations you may need to ensure your 
equal participation in the materials or processes used.

The City of Pickering, at its sole discretion, may request clarification or request additional information, as deemed necessary to evaluate the submissions. The City retains the sole discretion to determine whether a submission is responsive and if the prospective Artist or Artist Team is capable of performing the Work. The City reserves the right, at it sole discretion, to determine the number of pre-qualified Artists or Artist Teams. The City reserve the right to not proceed with awarding a contract. 

Publication of Information 

The City of Pickering shall have the exclusive rights to issue all public announcements regarding the competition. 

Additional Information 

For any additional information or questions please contact: Ellen Tayles, Curator, Public Art at 905.420.4660 ext. 3717