FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
(FAQ)

These are some of or visitors most commonly asked questions. Feel free to contact us if you have a question that is not answered here.

How Do I Apply for an Exhibition?

Exhibition applications are currently closed. Our exhibitions are curated by our Executive Director, Illana Hester, through the applications received from our open calls.

Check back in 2025 when we announce our open call for exhibitions for the 2027 season. You can sign up for our newsletter to ensure you receive all the TOSH announcements here.

How Can I become a Resident Artist/ Rent a Studio Space?

Our Resident Artist Program is currently closed for applications. Applications will be open again in Fall 2025 for the 2026-2027 season. You can sign up for our newsletter to ensure you receive all the TOSH announcements here.

In the meantime, we have our Sue Clark Community Space which is rentable by the hour or the day for studio space or pop up events. 

The Sue Clark Community Space is available to rent for a low cost of $15 per hour. 

Community members are able to book the space on a first-come, first-serve basis for a variety of uses, such as (but not limited to): 

  • Small meetings; for example, a book club, a mediation group, painting or pastel groups.  

  • Rental space for artists to hold a pop-up exhibition, art sale, or happening 

  • Co-working space

  • Rehearsal space for small groups/vocal ensembles 

  • Photoshoots or content creation.

Learn more and book the space here.

How do I Sell work at tosh?

In order to sell your artwork through TOSH’s, please fill out this form. Our operations manager will be in touch if your work is an appropriate fit. Thank you for your interest!

How can I become a Volunteer?

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please fill out our Volunteer Application Form, and our staff will be in touch. Thank you for your interest in service to the community.

How do I get a gig at TOSH?

If you are interested in being part of our events, please send us an email

History/Building

The Old School House Arts Centre is a non-profit arts centre that promotes and encourages multi-dimensional artists and musicians.

The Old School Arts Centre heritage building was built in 1912 and served the educational needs of Qualicum Beach for both elementary and secondary school until 1952, when a new secondary school was built. The Board of Education used the building until 1985.

Dedicated citizens of the community banded together and formed a non-profit cultural association. With the help of many volunteers, countless hours of hard work and fundraising events, the building was renovated and opened to the public in February 1988.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR HISTORY, PLEASE CLICK HERE.