Interwoven: Art and Ecology of the Island

Photo of sunlit trees on a sandy beach

Photo of sunlit trees on a sandy beach

Interwoven: Art and Ecology of the Island

Toronto, ON, Canada

Program Dates: February 9-17, 2026 

 

Interwoven invites artists working with natural materials and processes to come together in an immersive setting, engaging with the landscape and stories of the island. The residency will focus on sustainable craft traditions such as spoon carving, loom weaving, willow and dogwood basketry, natural pigment making, painting, fabric dyeing, broom making, and natural sculpture. 

 

This residency will bring together up to 18 artists to explore how craft, ecology, and place intersect. Participants will work with natural materials sourced ethically from the landscape, engage in skill-sharing, and create works that reflect the rhythms, resilience, and interconnectivity of the island’s ecosystems. 

Application Form: https://forms.gle/eXhk2ohPutoycHKP6 
Application Deadline: September 30, 2025 

Contact

443 Lakeshore Avenue
Toronto Island
Toronto ON M5J 2W2
Canada

Year Founded
2026
Context
Urban
Rural
Remote
Residency Structure
Embedded in an arts or cultural organization (including theater + gallery)
Residency Program Type
Studio-based (with housing)
Thematic
Residency Length
1 week - 1 week
Languages
English
Average Number of Artists in Residence at a Time
17
Collaborative Residency
Must apply and be accepted individually
Country of Residence
Open to artists based anywhere in the world
Family Friendly
Residents granted leave during residency
Stage of Career
Any stage of career
How does your residency program support artists?
Opportunity to be in another context
Opportunity to travel
Immersion in new culture and/context
Unstructured time
Access to studio space to create new work
Inspiration from natural environment
Inspiration from cultural context
Opportunities to develop relationships with local or regional artists/arts organizations
Opportunities to collaborate with other artists/residents
Opportunities to develop relationships with other artists/residents
Additional Eligibility Information

International artists are required to obtain any necessary visas and/or permissions to participate in a residency at Gibraltar Point. A letter confirming your residency dates, location and intent can be provided for grant application support.

Artist Stipend
Travel Stipend/Material Stipends
Residency Fees
625
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Fee Details

Covers the cost of a shared studio, private bedroom, shared kitchen, and a shuttlebus to and from the venue and little extra for shared materials and to pay facilitators. Note: participants are responsible for buying and preparing their own food, and for travel to/from Toronto Island.

Grant/Scholarship/Other Funding Support
Application Fee
0
Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Application Type
Open application
What does your program provide during the residency experience?
Manual / handbook before arrival
Orientation upon arrival
Contact information and available accommodations for programs, events, and campus
Full description of accessibility on campus
Is your campus wheelchair accessible?
Partially Accessible
Caregiver/Aide/PCA
N/A
Accessibility Contact Name
Deighan Morrison
Accessibility Contact Email
gibraltarpoint@arthubs.ca
Type of Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus
Accessible Housing
Partially Accessible (50% or more)
Accessible Communal Spaces
ADA Compliant