Residencies / Verified 7 September 2026
Nesting – Artist Residency at the Narrows, located in Nelson, British Columbia, provides studio space and accommodations for a minimum one-week stay near Kootenay Lake. The $600 entry fee covers residency costs. The next deadline is September 26, 2026, and the program accepts emerging or established artists of all backgrounds.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 26, 2026
“Rolling basis, apply anytime. Accepting applications for 2027 residencies; a few spots left for 2026.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. $600 to apply
“$600 entry”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get.
“Studio space, residence, yurt accommodation, utilities, Wi-Fi, weekly boat supply trips. Partial scholarships available covering 50% of residency fee. Letters of invitation and funding support provided upon acceptance.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. Minimum one week; rolling applications accept any dates
Who can apply. Emerging or established artists of all backgrounds and identities. No explicit nationality/residency restrictions stated. Location in Nelson, BC, Canada.
How they choose.
“Rolling basis; no selection criteria or judges explicitly described”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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