Banff Centre

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is a learning organization founded in 1933, dedicated to artistic and creative development for professional artists, leaders, and thinkers. Located in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, it offers exceptional residency programs, exhibitions, and learning opportunities across multiple disciplines including visual arts, literary arts, music, and cultural leadership. The organization supports artists through faculty mentorship, access to world-class studios and production facilities, and a vibrant community of creative practitioners. Banff Centre also presents contemporary art through venues like the Walter Phillips Gallery and welcomes artists of all backgrounds and career stages.