request for proposals

Peter MacKendrick Community Gallery, by Rene A. Fuentes
Gallery, Community Space or Artist-run
Centre at Artscape Wychwood Barns
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Deadline – August 14, 2015 by 5 p.m.
Move-In Date – December 1, 2015
Table of Contents
Introduction.. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
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Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
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Gallery Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Floor Plan.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
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Eligibility.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Assessment Criteria. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
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Selection Process.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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How to Apply.. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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About Artscape Wychwood Barns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .
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About Artscape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .
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Introduction
THE GALLERY
The gallery is named after
community leader, Peter “Lord
of the Rink” MacKendrick
(1953-2012), who originated
the natural ice rink at the
Artscape Wychwood Barns.
He was also a key community
leader who helped make the
Barns and Wychwood Barns
Park a reality.
Artscape is pleased to announce that the Peter MacKendrick
Community Gallery at Artscape Wychwood Barns has become
available for rent. Artscape is seeking a gallery, artist-run centre, arts
or community organization to tenant the space beginning December
1, 2015.
Since its opening in 2008, the gallery has been successfully operated
by the Wychwood Barns Community Association (WBCA), hosting
frequent exhibitions by both emerging and acclaimed artists such as
John Coburn, as well as events such as Doors Open Toronto and the
Solid Colour Holiday Show and Sale.
The successful candidate artist(s) or organizations will be committed
to animating this space so that it may continue to bring lasting
impact as a publicly accessible arts landmark.
Artscape is now accepting applications to lease this
coveted space. The deadline to apply is August 14, 2015
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Location
Friday, July 17th, 2015
at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Tuesday, July 28th
at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
If you are interested in attending
please contact Georgia Cowan at
416-392-1038, ext. 31 or
gcowan@artscape.ca
This multi-faceted, high-traffic
ST. CLAIR AVENUE W P
complex houses artist live/
work spaces, artist studios,
ELLSWORTH AVENUE
administrative facilities for not-forN
BENSON AVENUE
profit organizations, indoor and
outdoor growing areas, community
programming and a 7,680 square
foot “Covered Street” used for
farmers markets and art markets,
conferences and events. The Barns
TYRELL AVENUE
welcomes over a thousand visitors
a month and hundreds of visitors
every Saturday who come out for The Stop’s popular farmers market.
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BATHURST STREET
Artscape will host four tours:
WYCHWOOD AVENUE
We encourage potential
applicants to come on one of
four scheduled site tours and
see what this amazing space has
to offer in person.
The Peter MacKendrick Community Gallery is located at the northeast
corner of Artscape Wychwood Barns, a community cultural hub that
opened in 2008 and where a dynamic mix of arts, culture, urban agriculture,
environmental and other community activities come together to provide a
new lease on life for a century-old former streetcar repair facility.
CHRISTIE STREET
VISIT THE GALLERY!
Gallery Features
GALLERY SPECS
Size
1,030 rentable
square feet
Rent
Estimated $2,000*/month
Move-In Date
December 1, 2015
The Artscape Wychwood Barns, including the stunning Peter
MacKendrick Community Gallery, was designed by architect Joe
Lobko of Du Toit Allsopp Hillier, recipient of a Lifetime Achievement
Award for sustainable building (2012) whose work includes such
notable projects as the renewal of the Evergreen Brick Works and the
urban design of Waterfront Toronto’s West Don Lands Community.
This bright and airy space has fourteen-foot ceilings with tracklighting and adjustable spotlight fixtures that can light both the walls
and the centre of the room simultaneously, as well as drywall walls
for ease of hanging work, making it a beautiful space for exhibitions.
*How rent is calculated at the Peter MacKendrick Community Gallery: The rental figure includes base rent plus
additional rent, which includes an estimate of maintenance, utilities and insurance costs which will be reconciled
against actual expenses at the end of each year. This rental figure does not include property taxes, which may or may
not be levied by the City depending on the proposed activities of the new tenant. If property taxes are due they are
payable by the tenant.
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Gallery Features
RENTABLE VENUE! FEATURES
The Peter MacKendrick
Community Gallery offers a
great opportunity for secondary
income to support community
programming and exhibitions.
Tenants of the gallery may
rent out the space as a venue
for exhibitions, performances,
rehearsal space, launches,
weddings, meetings, private
celebrations and more!
• 14-foot ceilings
• Dedicated entrance off Wychwood Avenue, fully accessible
• Overhead track lighting with adjustable spotlight fixtures
• 7 distinct dry-walled surfaces for mounting artwork
• Urban-chic sealed concrete floors
• Private washroom
• Small catering prep area with sink
• Cabinets for storage
• Acoustic sound baffles in ceiling
• Load-in/load-out temporary parking available on Wychwood Ave.
• Option to purchase existing folding tables, chairs, ladder, dishware
Tenants are welcome to complete leasehold improvements with prior
written approval of Artscape.
The Peter MacKendrick Community
Gallery has a steady client base of
artists and organizations interested in
renting the space. WBCA Surveying of
past venue clients showed that:
• Venue renters love the location!
83% of respondents indicated that
location was a deciding factor in
renting the gallery.
• Venue renters are often repeat
clients. 50% of respondents said
they were extremely likely and 32%
said they would be very likely to
rent the gallery again.
• Venue Renters tell their friends
about the gallery. 100% of
respondents said they would
tell their friends about the Peter
MacKendrick Community Gallery
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Floor Plan
Pillar
14”/
35.56 cm x
4”/10.16
Window
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Windows are raised above
ground to height of 94”/
2.39 m allowing for
contiguous hanging wall
space
41’11”/
12.8m
16’9”/
5.11m
28’7”/
8.71mm
Window
17’7”/
5.3m
Area containing
utility panels,
switches =
58”/1.47 m
9’3”/
2.82m
Main
81”/
entrance
2.06m
counter ++
Counter
table storage
Washroom
98”/
2.49m
Door
Sink, overhead
cupboards,
cleaning equipment, paint, etc.
Storage
Full window
17’/
5.18m
Window
Pillar
18”/
45.72cm
x 2”/5.08
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Eligibility
APPLICATION
PROCESS
STEP 1 AWB Selection June 26
Committee
formed
STEP 2 Applications
July 7
accepted
to
Aug 14
at 5 p.m.
STEP 3 Committee
Aug 17
assesses
to
applications
Aug 27
STEP 4 Notification
to successful
candidate(s)
Aug 28
To be eligible to rent the Peter MacKendrick Community Gallery, applicants
must be either
a) A not-for-profit arts or community organization, or
b) Professional artist(s)
A committee of artistic peers (the AWB Gallery Selection Committee) will
be assembled consisting of an Artscape board member representative,
Artscape tenant representatives, a WBCA member representative as well
as local, community representation and will determine the applicant’s
eligibility status according to the following criteria:
A. Not-for-profit arts and community organizations, applicants must:
i. Be an incorporated not-for-profit organization
ii. Demonstrate evidence of at least two years of sustained activity
B. Professional artists’ eligibility is determined by a committee of
artistic peers using criteria outlined in the Draft Canadian Artists Code
(www.j.mp/draft-can-artist-code).
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Assessment Criteria
The selection process involves determining which applicants:
•Are best suited to AWB’s vision, will make the strongest
contributions to their audience and the community
•Have the leadership and financial capacity to do what they
propose.
The AWB Gallery Selection Committee will assess applications
against the criteria below.
• How will the applicant seek to engage local audiences/
communities in their work?
• How will the applicant seek to collaborate with other tenants
in the building?
• How does the applicant envision ensuring community access
and show commitment to providing programming to animate
the site?
• What is the applicant’s history of service to their local
community? What do the applicant’s current programming,
services or community outreach activities include?
Selection Process
Applications that meet the eligibility criteria will be reviewed by the
AWB Gallery Selection Committee. Short-listed applicants may be
interviewed.
Successful applicants will be notified by August 28, 2015. Shortly
after notification, a formal commitment and a deposit will be
required to secure tenancy at Artscape Wychwood Barns.
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How to Apply
Please submit the
application form and a
written proposal to:
Georgia Cowan, Property
Management Coordinator
gcowan@artscape.ca
416-392-1038 x 31
Artscape
171 East Liberty St. Suite 224
Toronto, Ontario
M6K 3P6
Application deadline:
August 14, 2015,
5 p.m.
Applications for tenancy at Artscape Wychwood Barns are due by August
14, 2015 at 5 p.m. and must include:
1. Completed Application Form (download form)
2. Statement of Interest (1 page maximum)
• Why are you interested in the gallery space at Artscape
Wychwood Barns?
• How will locating to the gallery enhance the development of
your organization or collective?
3. Artist or Organization History (4 pages maximum)
• A mission statement and brief history of the organization,
including years in operation (organizations only)
• Provide information on any awards, successes and relevant
impact statistics
4. Proposal Addressing Assessment Criteria (2 pages maximum)
5. Business Plan including:
• Financial statements for the last three (3) years or complete
financial history for organizations younger than three (3) years
(organizations only).
6. Supporting Documents
• For Organizations
• Biographies of key personnel
• List of Board of Directors
• For Artists
• A professional artist Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• An artist biography outlining your artistic career
including achievements and interests
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About Artscape Wychwood Barns
Getting there
Centrally located, Artscape Wychwood
Barns is easily accessible by car and
public transit. Some street parking is
available on Christie Street and several
Green P lots are located nearby on St.
Clair Avenue West.
Via TTC, Artscape Wychwood Barns is
just a short distance from St. Clair West
subway station and close to stops on
the 126 Christie bus or the
512 St. Clair streetcar.
Artscape Wychwood Barns is an award-winning, LEED Gold certified
community cultural hub and the social heart of Wychwood Park, one of
Toronto’s most architecturally and geographically unique neighbourhoods.
In 2008, through the tireless efforts of a Community Advisory Committee,
City Councillor Joe Mihevc, architect Joe Lobko, community activists, City
staff and Artscape, this bustling complex came together to provide a new
lease on life for a century-old former streetcar repair facility.
It is now home to a dynamic mix of arts, culture, food security, urban
agriculture, environmental and other community initiatives.
The Artscape Wychwood Barns operate on a self-sustaining model, without
requiring an ongoing operating subsidy after the initial capital investment.
Tenants of Artscape Wychwood Barns pay affordable rents and contribute
to the programming of the building and site.
This multi-faceted complex is home to 26 artist live/work spaces,
programming and administrative facilities for 10 not-for-profit
organizations, 14 artists’ studios, indoor and outdoor growing areas, a
gallery and an 7,680-square-foot Covered Street used for farmers and art
markets, conferences and events.
Artscape is a not-for-profit urban development organization that makes
space for creativity and transforms communities.
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About Artscape
For more information about
Artscape, please visit
Artscape.ca
Artscape’s work involves clustering creative people together in real estate
projects that serve the needs of the arts and cultural community and
advance multiple public policy objectives, private development interests,
community and neighbourhood aspirations and philanthropic missions.
Since its beginning in 1986, Artscape has become recognized as an
international leader in creative placemaking, a practice that leverages
the power of art, culture and creativity to catalyze change, growth and
transformation in communities. Artscape achieves its mission through
developing and managing unique cultural facilities—including community
cultural hubs, multi-purpose creative spaces and artist live/work projects—
and delivering programs and services that promote creativity and cultural
space development.
Our success is driven by our ability to work effectively across disciplines to
align values, leadership, investment and public policy. We work constantly
to expand our portfolio, share our expertise and advance the field, offering
training, mentoring and coaching, and learning opportunities through our
Creative Placemaking Lab and tools and resources on the Artscape D.I.Y.
website.
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