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Announcing the 2022 Recipient of the 401 Career Launcher Prize: Lana Yuan

Posted September 9, 2022

Lana Yuan Announced as 2022 Recipient of the 401 Career Launcher Prize 401 Richmond is pleased to announce Lana Yuan as the recipient of the 2022 401 Career Launcher Prize. Awarded annually, the prize provides an exceptional opportunity to occupy a coveted 500 square foot studio for a full year at one of Canada’s most dynamic arts facilities. The recipient is chosen from a Toronto-wide competition by a panel of visual arts professionals. The 401 Career Launcher Prize has been …

2022 CAREER LAUNCHER PRIZE: CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

Posted January 13, 2022

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: MAY 13, 2022 Each year, 401 Richmond welcomes an emerging artist into its community through the 401 Richmond Career Launcher Prize. The Career Launcher Prize provides an exceptional opportunity to occupy a coveted 500 ft2 studio for one year at 401 Richmond, one of Canada’s most dynamic arts facilities. The award recipient will become part of a unique community of artists, cultural producers, creative pioneers, passionate activists and social entrepreneurs. The recipient is chosen from a Toronto-wide competition …

2021 Recipient of the 401 Richmond Career Launcher Prize

Posted July 27, 2021

Steven K. Tucker Announced as 2021 Recipient of the 401 Richmond Career Launcher Prize 401 Richmond is pleased to announce Steven K. Tucker as the recipient of the 2021 Career Launcher Prize. Awarded annually, the prize provides an exceptional opportunity to occupy a coveted 500 square foot studio for a full year at one of Canada’s most dynamic arts facilities. The recipient is chosen from a Toronto-wide competition by a panel of visual arts professionals. The Career Launcher Prize has …

2021 Career Launcher Prize: Call for Submissions

Posted January 27, 2021

SUBMISSIONS DEADLINE: May 14, 2021, 5PM EST Each year, 401 Richmond Street West welcomes an emerging artist into its community through the 401 Richmond Career Launcher Prize. The Career Launcher Prize provides an exceptional opportunity to occupy a coveted 500 ft2 studio for one year at 401 Richmond Street West, one of Canada’s most dynamic arts facilities. The award recipient will become part of a unique community of artists, cultural producers, creative pioneers, passionate activists and social entrepreneurs. The recipient …

401’s Urban Agricultural Coordinator Featured on Gardening Podcast

Posted November 12, 2020

401’s Urban Agricultural Coordinator Featured on Gardening Podcast 401’s Urban Agricultural Coordinator, Saskia Vegter, recently made an appearance on the podcast The Food Garden Life Show, hosted by gardener Peter Biggs and his 15 year old daughter, Emma Biggs. The Food Garden Life Show is an award-winning show that celebrates food gardens, food, family, community, and a slightly slower life. Saskia spoke about the history of 401’s rooftop, what she grew this past season, and what’s coming in 2021.

2020 Recipient of the 401 Richmond Career Launcher Prize

Posted November 6, 2020

Emily DiCarlo Announced as 2020 Recipient of the 401 Richmond Career Launcher Prize 401 Richmond is pleased to announce Emily DiCarlo as the recipient of the 2020 Career Launcher Prize. Awarded annually, the prize provides an exceptional opportunity to occupy a coveted 500 square foot studio for a full year at one of Canada’s most dynamic arts facilities. The recipient is chosen from a Toronto-wide competition by a panel of visual arts professionals. The Career Launcher Prize has been presented …