A Century of Stories: Artists on the mountain Program

a new opportunity for local bc artists

A Century of Stories: Artists on the Mountain Program

As part of our centennial celebrations, Grouse Mountain is launching an Artists on the Mountain program that brings together art, education, wildlife, retail, and history at The Peak of Vancouver. Selected artists will create original, site responsive artworks, inspired by "A Century of Stories" at Grouse Mountain. These one-of-a-kind works will be featured in a VIP Evening Silent Auction, with proceeds being donated to the Grizzly Bear Foundation. Afterwards, the commissioned artworks will become part of a lasting legacy across exclusive retail products in the Spirit Gallery Gift Shop.

Application Deadline: Friday, June 12, 2026

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking local, 2D visual artists working in mediums such as (but not limited to):
• Drawing
• Painting
• Illustration
• Print based practices
• Graphic or mixed media illustration

Artists should be confident creating work that is:
• Visually engaging for a broad public audience
• Conceptually grounded and narrative driven relating to the Centennial theme
• Adaptable across both physical display and retail applications

Both emerging and established artists are encouraged to apply

eligibility criteria

Applicants must:
• Be based in the province of British Columbia
• Be available to participate on site during Centennial Week Events (July 23)
• Work primarily in two dimensional visual media
• Be able to create original artwork in response to a shared project brief

What Selected Artists Receive

Each selected artist will receive:
• $1,000 commission fee for an original, exclusive centennial artwork, inspired by Grouse Mountain and "A Century of Stories"

• Onsite orientation and contextual support with the Grouse Mountain Education & Wildlife team
• Complimentary mountain access during the project period
• Professional promotion across Grouse Mountain platforms
• Invitation to and opportunity to be featured in the Centennial Week celebrations
• Opportunity for artwork to be:
o Featured in the Centennial Week celebrations and VIP Silent Auction Evening
o Developed into exclusive retail merchandise and featured in the redesigned Spirit Gallery Gift Shop

Selected artists may also be considered for future or recurring projects with Grouse Mountain and partner organizations.

project expectations

Selected artists will be expected to:

• Participate in project onboarding and site visits
• Engage with the Grouse Mountain narrative and centennial themes
• Create an original artwork in response to the project brief
• Collaborate respectfully within a shared, multi disciplinary creative environment
• Be open to documentation, promotion, and guest interaction

selection process

Applications will be reviewed by a curated selection panel including members of the Grouse Mountain Marketing, Events, Education, Wildlife, and Retail teams.

Selection will be based on:
• Artistic quality and originality
• Alignment with Grouse Mountain’s values and centennial themes
• Strength of narrative and storytelling potential
• Suitability for public engagement and product design
• Balance and diversity across the final cohort

how to apply

Please email mountainmemories@grousemountain.com with the subject line "Artist Application" by Friday, June 12. 2026 and include the following:

• 5-10 images of recent artwork in 1 single PDF document
• A short written statement (200–400 words) outlining:
o Your artistic practice
o Why you’re interested in this program
o How your work might respond to place, landscape, or the centennial theme

Please do not create new artwork specifically for this application.