Become a member

What is an artist member at SKOL?

An artist member of SKOL is someone engaged in an artistic practice who chooses to be part of a space dedicated to exchange, dissemination, networking, and research in contemporary art. Members are not simply beneficiaries of the centre’s services—they embody its living structure. Through their participation in committees, decision-making bodies, and the board of directors, members enact the centre’s governance. Each member plays a vital role in SKOL’s democratic life, notably by exercising their right to vote during assemblies—an essential function that ensures the continuity and legitimacy of collective decisions.

Being a member at SKOL means:

• A network of peers with whom to share your practice, reflections, and challenges;

• A space that values socially engaged art while respecting the freedom and flexibility of each artistic path;

• Opportunities for funding (e.g., artist fees, exhibition royalties, short-term contracts) and support fostering professional development;

• A community anchor offering care, inspiration, and solidarity within an environment that respects the centre’s mission.

SKOL’s commitments to its artist members

SKOL recognizes that its members bring the centre to life—they are its founders, builders, and governors. There is no artist-run centre without its members, as every decision is carried by their collective voice. Their right to vote forms both the legal and symbolic foundation of SKOL’s democratic operations.

In return, the centre is committed to offering concrete and respectful support tailored to each artist’s journey, through:

• Artistic visibility, via the Members’ Gallery, satellite workshops, mediation activities, or studio visits;

• Exhibition opportunities in Montréal and beyond, through a network of partners and active monitoring of opportunities for members;

• Transparent communication regarding available support (including financial aspects) and adherence to CARFAC standards;

• Accessible space, including the possibility of borrowing rooms or temporary office space between programming periods.

SKOL also fosters active and collective participation, through:

• The Annual General Assembly, a moment of exchange and decision-making where members elect the Board of Directors;

• A monthly members’ newsletter sharing updates, calls for participation, and member-led projects;

• The opportunity to serve on committees, contributing to the centre’s collective governance;

• Member meet-ups—daytime or evening events for reflection, peer support, and artistic dialogue;

• Studio visits among artist members to deepen connections between practices.

Membership categories

Artist Member
Artist Member ($20) ; Student Artist Member ($15)

To qualify as an artist member, applicants must meet the following criteria in line with the recognition of professional artist status:

• Be a professional artist specializing in contemporary art;

• Hold or be pursuing a university degree (undergraduate or graduate) in visual arts;

• Have a coherent and critically engaged artistic practice in contemporary art;

• Be recognized by peers—for example, by having received a distinction, a grant, or having exhibited in professional venues.

Artist members have the right to vote in the centre’s democratic processes and are strongly encouraged to take an active role in committees contributing to the centre’s activities.

Supporting Member
Individual Supporting Member, with voting rights ($20).

A supporting member is any individual who wishes to contribute to SKOL’s activities. This may include independent creators, producers, cultural workers, or other professionals engaged in the visual or media arts sectors.

Supporting members have voting rights and can actively participate in the committees that help shape the centre’s life.

Corporate Philanthropic Member
Corporate Philanthropic Member, without voting rights ($50).

A corporate philanthropic member may be a company, institution, or patron wishing to provide financial, material, or technical support to the Centre des arts actuels SKOL.

Membership procedures

In the interest of accessibility and inclusion, the centre offers support to anyone who may need assistance completing their membership application.

Becoming a Supporting Member

Becoming a Corporate Philanthropic Member

An organization wishing to become a corporate philanthropic member may do so by making a direct payment via Zeffy. For more information, please contact direction@skol.ca