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[Contemporary Textile Studio Co-op 2025 Residency - Career Launchers](/index%2Ephp/markdownify/node/3185) April 14, 2025 # Contemporary Textile Studio Co-op 2025 Residency - Career Launchers ![A group of people working around a table in the Contemporary Textile Studio.](/sites/default/files/styles/1_5_1_large/public/2025-03/TextileStudio_CL%20Banner.jpg.webp?itok=XPmOk1bl) rgb(255,255,255) #### **Contemporary Textile Studio Co-op 2025 Residency** **Application Deadline: Monday, April 14, 2025, 8:00 AM ET** [**Click here to learn more about this opportunity.**](https://careerlaunchers.format.com/2025-textilestudio) [**Apply via Typeform here!**](https://ocadu-cead.typeform.com/to/wQtw5eDp) The Contemporary Textile Studio Co-operative was started in 2006 by a group of textile artists wanting an affordable and properly equipped studio space, and a home for the promotion of textile arts and design in Toronto. The cooperative is located in a well-known cultural hub that is home to many galleries and artist-run centres. Their working studio is a prime 1200 square foot space on the first floor of the historic 401 Richmond Street West building where members and residents produce work, teach, learn, interact, and innovate with other designers, artists, students, and the community. Contemporary Textile Studio Co-operative relies on members’ and residents’ diverse backgrounds and perspectives to spark innovation and creativity. The RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers is excited to announce the return of the **Contemporary Textile Studio Artist Residency Career Launcher** for Undergraduate or Master’s level students graduating in 2025. **Two (2) successful applicants** will be awarded a **9-week self-directed residency** with Contemporary Textile Studio Cooperative ($500 value) which grants them access to the co-op’s studio, facilities and equipment. Mentorship from one to two studio members will be provided throughout the residency Additionally, the CEAD will provide the selected artists with $300 to support the cost of materials and supplies during their residency. This is an amazing opportunity to become part of a larger creative community and gain access to the excellent multidisciplinary facilities that Contemporary Textile Studio Co-operative has to offer. #### **SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:** Please provide the following information in **one PDF document**: - **Full contact information** (Name, phone, and email) - Current **resume** or **CV** - **Website** and/or **social media** - A brief **statement/bio** that contextualizes your overall practice (150 words max) - A **statement of interest** that contextualizes your interest in the opportunity, how you hope to utilize this self-directed residency, and the potential significance of the opportunity to your practice (400 words max) - **Creative portfolio**. Include 5-7 sample support images of past artwork in a single PDF #### **PARTNER:** **Contemporary Textile Studio Co-op** [www.textilestudio.ca](http://www.textilestudio.ca/) 401 Richmond St. W Toronto, ON, M5V3A8 #### **ELIGIBILITY:** - Current OCAD U undergraduate students who have completed 15+ credits and will be graduating in 2025, - **or** current OCAD U Master's students graduating in 2025. - Demonstrated skills in textiles (ie: screenprinting, embroidery, weaving, spinning, dyeing, etc.) \*Priority may be given to applicants who have not previously received a Career Launcher opportunity \*\*If you have already received this opportunity in a previous year, you are not eligible to apply #### **RESIDENCY OUTLINE:** Two (2) successful candidates will receive: - 9-week access to Contemporary Textile Studio Co-operative’s 1200 square foot space in the historic 401 Richmond building ($500 value) - $300 from the CEAD to support material and supply costs #### **SUBMISSION INSTRUCTION:** [Apply via Typeform here!](https://ocadu-cead.typeform.com/to/wQtw5eDp) --- For more info about this and other Career Launchers visit [www.careerlaunchers.format.com](http://www.careerlaunchers.format.com/) ## Other Recent News [### 2027 Critical Distance Centre for Curators Projections Program Call for Artists OCAD University’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers (CEAD) and Critical Distance Centre for Curators (CDCC) have partnered to co-create CDCC Projections Program Career Launcher. 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