Learn more about opportunities we offer to local and regional artists and creatives.

Current Opportunities

Calling all Poets! 

Apply now to be Saanich’s Community Poet or Community Youth Poet.  
Deadline October 31, 2025 

Are you passionate about poetry’s power to connect people and celebrate place? Do you believe in the ability of the written and spoken word to reflect the heart of a community?

The District of Saanich invites poets and spoken word artists to apply for our Community Poets Program, featuring two exciting roles: Community Poet and Youth Community Poet.  This program celebrates the vital role of poetry, spoken word, and the literary arts in shaping vibrant, connected communities. Through public readings, creative projects, and community collaborations, our poets will help bring the voices, stories, and spirit of Saanich to life.

Whether you're an established poet or an emerging youth voice, this is your opportunity to inspire, engage, and make an impact through your craft. We can’t wait to hear from you!

APPLY: Community Poet

APPLY: Youth Community Poet (ages 17 - 24 years)

CALL TO ARTISTS

2026 Saanich Exhibition Program

The District of Saanich invites individual artists, collectives, and community group exhibitions from local and regional communities to apply for our 2026 exhibition program. We are proud to showcase a wide range of artistic practices and creative exploration at all stages of development, and we welcome submissions from individuals and groups of all backgrounds and lived experiences.