Image credit: YZD/Northcrest DevelopmentsArtists, collectives, and cultural organizations are invited to help shape the future of public space in Toronto through an open call forBeyond the Tarmac, a large-scale, interactive art installation at YZD.YZD is the transformation of the 370-acre former Downsview Airport lands, led by Toronto-based real estate developer, Northcrest Developments. Over the next 30 years, this project is set to evolve into seven neighbourhoods, welcome more than 55,000 residents and feature over 28 million sq. ft. of residential space, seven million sq. ft. of commercial and cultural spaces, and almost 74 acres of parks and open spaces.Beyond the Tarmac offers artists and creatives the opportunity to contribute to the development of an urban space in transition. The program, which is now in its second year, is seeking imaginative proposals that bring the theme, Where Creativity Meets Play to life. As long as the proposal is public-facing and aligns with the spirit and eligibility requirements of the program, the call is open to a range of artistic and creative mediums.One project will be selected to receive up to $100,000 CAD and be presented as part of YZDs 2026 summer programming.Applicants are encouraged to come up with projects that foster meaningful connections with diverse communities while responding to the histories and future possibilities of this landscape.The program is open to local and international applicants, with priority given to equity-deserving artists living within 10km of the site and those connected to the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Applications from outside this region will still be considered.Shortlisted candidates will receive a $500 CAD honorarium and be interviewed by a panel of public art and culture experts.Applicants must submit a single PDF to partners@yzd.ca by August 29, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. EST. The shortlist will be announced on September 24, 2025.Interviews will take place between October 1 to 25, 2025, and the installation will take place between the summer and fall of 2026.For full application details, eligibility, submission guidelines, and a look at last years selected installations, visit the Open Call website here.The post $100K Public Art Open Call to Activate Former Toronto Airport appeared first on Canadian Architect.