Student Residencies

Independent Student Residencies
Open to third and fourth year full-time art and design students exploring textiles in their work and graduating at the end of the 2024/2025 school year.

Our Summer residency runs from May 1 - August 31 with a deadline to apply of March 31

We rely on our members’ and residents’ varied backgrounds and perspectives to spark innovation and creativity. We invite students from diverse communities to apply and gain access to our beautiful, 1200 square foot equipped studio located at 401 Richmond St. West in Toronto, Canada.

Click here for a complete list of our studio facilities.

Residency Overview 

1. Students will be assigned a mentor but must be able to work independently in the studio.

2. Students are allocated 8 - 12 hours per week to work in the studio at a subsidized rate of $50 per week.

3. Successful applicants will provide their own materials, including screens, fabrics, pigments, dyes and auxiliaries. 

4. Most studio-owned equipment is available for use by student residents who have undergone studio orientation. Residents will supply their own specialized equipment. Please note not all equipment and textile processes can be accommodated in the studio.

5. Student residency placements are open to art and design students exploring textiles in their work. Students who successfully complete a residency may be eligible to renew another residency for the following academic term.

6. Graduates may be eligible to apply for full studio membership.

Submission Requirements

1. Résumé and a brief expression of interest outlining your interest and any applicable experience related to the textile arts and to working within a co-operative arts studio.

2. 3-5 digital JPEG images with a list indicating title, dimensions, materials, date and/or reference to website.

3. Brief outline of intended project(s), including the processes, materials and equipment needed.

4. An indication of which days/times the student is available to access the studio.

5. Two professional references, including e-mail contact and phone numbers (references should include a textile instructor and studio technologist, if possible, and cannot be from a current CTSC member).

6. Please note that successful applicants will need to provide proof of full vaccination against Covid-19.

Questions? Contact: info@textilestudio.ca

Career Launcher Residency
OCAD U students are encouraged to learn more about Career Launcher opportunities from the RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers for residency pathways and support. Please note that candidates interested in the Career Launcher pathway must apply through OCAD U. There are two (2) residencies offered each year at our studio through this program.