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title: "Call for Submissions: Be Creative 2026 Juried Art Exhibition"
description: Juried Pride exhibition in Toronto for 2SLGBTQIA+ artists 16+. Cash prizes up to $500. Deadline April 13, 2026.
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updatedAt: "2026-09-30"
programType: Exhibition
organization: Neilson Park Creative Centre
organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/neilson-park-creative-centre
deadline: "2026-04-14"
location: Art Space Connect Gallery, Toronto, ON, Canada
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compensationRange: First Prize $500, Second Prize $300, Third Prize $200, Four Honorable Mentions $100 each
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# Call for Submissions: Be Creative 2026 Juried Art Exhibition

**Hosted by:** Neilson Park Creative Centre

**Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** Art Space Connect Gallery, Toronto, ON, Canada | **Deadline:** April 14, 2026

## About This Program

> "Be Creative, Be You, Be All In!"

Neilson Park Creative Centre (NPCC) is pleased to announce it's fourth annual call for submissions for it's fourth annual Be Creative Juried Art Exhibition. The exhibition will be on display from May 26 to June 12, 2026 in NPCC's Art Space Connect Gallery.

NPCC invites artists (16+ years old) who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ community members to submit up to two artworks. The theme for the exhibition is "Be Creative." Be Creative, Be You, Be All In! Visual artwork in any medium is welcome.

On Friday, June 5, 2026, NPCC is hosting its fourth annual fun-filled evening of events to celebrate Pride month including the exhibition reception and awards ceremony. You're invited to take part in the festivities by participating in our free art activities, checking out our drag show and meeting members of our Resident Groups! All events are free of charge.

Winners selected by the juror will be awarded the following cash prizes: First Prize $500, Second Prize $300, Third Prize $200, Four Honorable Mentions $100 each.

All submitted artworks will be juried by NPCC's Pride Committee members. Decisions will be made on the digital images submitted by the artist. Selected artists will be notified by email by April 17, 2026 of acceptance or not into the exhibition. Juror, Steve Rose, will choose and announce the award winners on Friday, June 5, 2026. The juror's decision is final.

Each artist may submit up to two visual artworks in any medium. All submitted 2-D artwork must not exceed 50 pounds. 2-D artworks must be wired and ready to hang. D rings are acceptable provided they are a minimum of ½ inch in diameter.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** International
- **Age Requirements:** 16+ years old
- **Note:** Open to all artists (16+ years old) who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ community members.

### Additional Requirements

Each artist may submit up to two visual artworks in any medium. Submissions are complete after the application form and images are received. All submitted 2-D artwork must not exceed 50 pounds. 2-D artworks must be wired and ready to hang. D rings are acceptable provided they are a minimum of ½ inch in diameter.

## Compensation & Benefits

First Prize $500, Second Prize $300, Third Prize $200, Four Honorable Mentions $100 each

**Includes:** Prize

## Timeline

- **Opens:** March 11, 2026
- **Deadline:** April 14, 2026
- **Program Start:** May 26, 2026
- **Program End:** June 12, 2026

## Contact

**Contact:** Cory Therrien

**Email:** gallery@neilsonparkcreativecentre.com

**Phone:** 416-622-5294

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://neilsonparkcreativecentre.com/exhibition/pride-2026-be-creative-juried-exhibition-call-for-entry/