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Services & Benefits for Maker Members

MAKER MEMBERSHIP

Refine your creative career, and access professional channels to grow your practice.

  • Apply to well recognized annual professional programs:
    • Professional gallery exhibitions
    • Downtown Toronto retail representation
    • Cash awards recognizing excellence
  • Join workshops and coaching designed for creative careers
  • Cross promote your career news through our multi-channel communications. Our audiences are over 20,000 viewers strong
  • Connect with fellow makers and the Craft Ontario staff team
  • PLUS basic benefits of Community Membership

For people who engage in a practice of creative making.

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Professional Opportunities

SUBMISSIONS OPEN | 2026 RBC Award for Glass (Emerging Artists)
Deadline: January 25, 2026, 11:59pm

APPLICATIONS OPEN | 2026 Winifred Shantz Award for Ceramics
Deadline: Sunday, January 25, 2026, 11:59pm

SUBMISSIONS OPEN | Iniqarvik (To Have Space) Grants, $3,500-$5,000
Deadline: January 25, 2026, 11:59pm

CAREER | Dye & Paint Craftsperson
Deadline: January 28, 2026

SUBMISSIONS OPEN | Craft Council of BC: The Earring Show
Deadline: January 31, 2026, 11:59pm

SUBMISSIONS OPEN | Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour
Deadline: February 1, 2026

CAREER | The Gilder: Woodworker & Driver
Deadline: February 1, 2026

RESIDENCY | Houston Center for Contemporary Craft Residency
Deadline: February 1, 2026

RESIDENCY | Gasworks: Emerging/Mid-Career Artist Residency
Deadline: February 9, 2026

SUBMISSIONS OPEN TO INDIGENOUS ARTISTS | 'Toppling Monuments' Call for Outdoor Sculpture
Deadline: February 22, 2026

VENDOR APPLICATION | Mactaquac Craft Festival Vendor Application
Deadline: March 1, 2026

CAREER | Alexis Gallery, Jewellery Designer
Deadline: March 22, 2026


Craft Awards

Craft Awards recognize accomplished and dedicated practitioners in the field of craft and design.

The awards program runs annually with a call for entry released in the winter and the Craft Award Recipient Group Exhibition scheduled for fall in the Craft Ontario Gallery.

Artists presented with awards of excellence at Craft Ontario

Recipients are selected by a professional jury

View Past Recipients

Insurance

Membership gives you access to exclusive insurance rates and plans specifically for people in the arts.

Protect Your Work At Shows

Protect Your Work At Shows

Review all insurance options brokered by HUB International. Policy coverage for craft show exhibitors, health, dental, home, auto and more.

The Craft Show Exhibitor Insurance Program, brokered by HUB International for over 15 years, offers craft show exhibitors a hassle-free application, payment process, and policy coverage. Read the coverage details

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Education

Workshops, coaching and online courses are for members who want to strengthen their practice as creative entrepreneurs.

Ranging from business skills to branding and marketing, we partner with experts in the field to bring educational tools to members. Their information and guidance help makers get to the next step.

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Virtual Workshops

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Digital Learning

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Resources

Special rates and offers for Maker Members.


Membership Types & Information

There's more to membership than showing and selling your work.

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Take Your Next Steps

We provide opportunities and support to grow your creative career.

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Maker FAQs

What insurance do you offer and how do I sign up?

Further to the information on this page above, you can get more specific information and receive a quote by emailing HUB International directly: sportsandentertainmentprograms@hubinternational.com

Can I apply for programs without a membership?

Non-members are welcome to apply for Craft Ontario programs, with a $10 administrative fee. If you are accepted into a program, then you must join by purchasing a Maker Membership.

How do I qualify for a Priority Group or Sliding Scale membership discount?

Our discounts operate on a self-identification basis. There is no need to provide supplemental information in order to receive a discount. If you need assistance applying a discount to your invoice, please email membership@craftontario.com

What's the best way to find out about Calls for Entry at Craft Ontario?

Be sure to follow Craft Ontario on Facebook or Instagram, and sign up for the Craftflash newsletter

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