Application Deadline October 29, 2025
Program Dates Apr 06, 2026 - Mar 26, 2027
Program Duration: Minimum 2 weeks, maximum 6 weeks.

Self-Directed Residencies for individual artists in the Leighton Studios

A Leighton Studio Residency offers creative professionals 2 to 6 weeks of focused, self-directed time in private, purpose-built studios set in the forested surroundings of Banff Centre. This competitive program supports independent research, creative exploration, and project development, with the flexibility to work in solitude or engage with Banff Centre’s broader artistic community.

You will benefit from independent management of your time in residence, choosing when to focus, collaborate, explore and create.

We are pleased to offer scholarships to support participants in our program. Below are details regarding the scholarship amounts and information on how to apply.

Scholarship covering 100% of tuition cost is awarded to all arts participants, made possible through endowments and donations.

To apply for additional scholarship towards accommodation and a meal plan, please complete the Financial Aid section when uploading your supporting materials. With additional scholarship applied, participants should still expect to pay a minimum of 50% towards their accommodation and a meal plan (refer to amount listed above).

Canadian Indigenous scholarship: covers 100% of tuition fees, a meal plan, and accommodation costs.