Hockey Canada has launched a call for Indigenous artists to create art initiatives that will support the delivery of upcoming national and international events, including the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship in Ottawa, ON.
Indigenous artists from across Canada are invited to apply with a general submission of interest on an ongoing basis, while the deadline to submit a proposal for the World Juniors is June 30, 2024.
“The inclusion and integration of Indigenous art at our events has become a tradition for Hockey Canada, and one of the elements of a tournament that players, staff, teams and fans look forward to the most,” said Khanh Be, senior manager of community and social impact for Hockey Canada. “With the World Juniors coming to Ottawa, a city that is committed to understanding and celebrating the diverse heritage and contributions of Indigenous peoples, it was important to expand our call for Indigenous artists and continue to build on our relationship with Indigenous communities throughout the country.”
As part of the general call for artists, Hockey Canada is seeking proposals from artists who will collaborate with the organization to create gifting, installations and signage at events, as early as Fall 2024.
Potential projects for the World Juniors include but are not limited to Player of the Game gifting, merchandise design, bag beading and murals.
Submission information can be found on Hockey Canada’s Call for Artists website.
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Jeremy Knight
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