About the Open Call

This two-week self-directed residency offers computational writers: thematic teachings from faculty members and professional guests; a community of artistic peers; one-on-one workshopping with faculty; optional group sessions exploring useful literary tools, aspects, and devices; an opportunity to showcase your work at a public reading; a personal studio space equipped for creative work.

What is Offered

Meal plan (credit-based system, $68 credit per day), single bedroom on Banff Centre campus, personal studio space, opportunities to showcase work-in-progress, group seminars and workshops with faculty, access to Paul D. Fleck Library and Archives, participant resources, free access to Sally Borden Fitness and Recreation Centre (swimming pool, climbing gym, fitness centre), Box Office discounts for ticketed performances.

Requirements

The program is designed to cater to computational writers working at any stage of their artistic careers. Participants will benefit most if they are comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment and are focused on working on a specific project or creating new works within the genre. Applicants must be ages 18+ at the time of the program start date. Domestic and international applications are welcome. A Visitor Visa is required for international participants, not a Student Visa.

How to Apply

Learn more about the steps to Complete Your Application: Step 1: Complete the Online Form. Step 2: Pay your application fee. Step 3: Upload Your Materials including a resume (one to two-page), a cover letter (one-page), a project proposal (one-page description of proposed work-in-progress), and a portfolio (excerpt from work-in-progress, maximum 10 pages). Complete the Financial Aid question in SlideRoom to be eligible for financial assistance.