The studio is located in a separate building from the suites overlooking the property’s garden. The main studio space is approximately 1,000 square feet and has high ceilings and large walls, and is perfect for multimedia projects including painting, sculpture, installation, and sound. The front area outside the studio is a flat concrete pad for outdoor creating and construction, sanding or other similar activities during good weather. Water is currently available from an outside tap, but a new sink and wet area will be installed at some point. High speed internet is in the studio and both suites. The studio gets transformed and reconfigured in numerous ways. There is lots of room for producing, exhibiting and collaborating!

Additionally, there is a large textile and tapestry area including a LeClerc loom, drum carder, sewing machines, and yarn baller —  perfect for artists looking to work on textile projects including weaving, felt-making, and sewing. Local wools are available for artists to use for a small additional fee — contact us for more information.

Photographers, media artists, installation and conceptual work, can all be undertaken here. Writers, poets, academics and researchers are welcome. If we do not have something, we can help to find it.

For more information about the studio (tools, descriptions, photos), click here.

Local Resources for materials, supplies and workshops:

Visual Arts supplies

• Opus Art Supplies
• Supply Victoria (used and reusable)
• Michael’s (Langford is closest one)

Textiles

• Beehive Woolshop
• Knotty By Nature

Please note, during Covid-19 we must implement and continually adjust protocols to ensure the health and safety of everyone. As the situation is changing frequently, we will work with artists directly after applying to ensure that appropriate protocols are in place and understood.

The Studio Suite

The Studio Suite is a fully-contained suite with a separate outside entrance, private bathroom and lounge. The bed is an extremely comfortable queen size and ample storage. Additionally, the couch folds out to a comfortable double bed with an extra thick memory foam topper.

Amenities: There is access to a shared on-site laundry, hot tub, and infrared sauna — because we know when you are tired after a long day slogging it out in the studio you need a little relaxation! Both suites also have access to the two decks overlooking the property — one attached to the View Suite and the other attached to the Studio — perfect for relaxing, yoga, or exercise!

Meals: The suite contains a small fridge for breakfast and day-to-day supplies plus a microwave and coffee/tea maker. You will also have daytime access to a large shared kitchen for lunch and dinner (either shared with the View Suite or the main house upstairs depending on availability), as well as an outdoor barbecue, pizza oven, large fridge/freezer in the studio, and fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs from our garden (availability dependent on the season and crop yield).

Internet & Entertainment: High-speed internet with an HD television with a guest Netflix account or access to YouTube etc. is provided.

The View Suite

The View Suite includes a private bedroom and 3-piece bath, and is attached to a 1000 square foot open-concept apartment including a kitchen, dining area, work area, and lounge shared with the View Suite artist-in-residence. The bedroom includes a comfortable queen sized bed and plenty of storage. The View Suite is a good option for artists interested in socializing and having direct access to kitchen and common areas during the residence.

Amenities: The bedroom has a locking door for privacy. There is direct access to the shared kitchen and common areas of the View Suite. The common areas include east facing panoramic views of the Salish Sea, the city of Victoria, and Mt. Baker. On site access to shared laundry, hot tub and infrared sauna.

There is access to a shared on-site laundry, hot tub, and infrared sauna — because we know when you are tired after a long day slogging it out in the studio you need a little relaxation! Both suites also have access to the two decks overlooking the property — one attached to the View Suite and the other attached to the Studio — perfect for relaxing, yoga, or exercise!

Meals: The shared kitchen in the View Suite is fully equipped including a full-size fridge and dishwasher; artists are encouraged to use these facilities to store groceries and cook their own meals as they need. There is also a shared dining area in the suite. You will also have access to an outdoor barbecue, pizza oven, large fridge/freezer in the studio, and fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs from our garden (availability dependent on the season and crop yield).

Internet & Entertainment: High-speed internet with an HD television with a guest Netflix account or access to YouTube etc. is provided as part of the shared common area.

*Please note: the residency is for artists or collaborative artistic groups — other visitors may be accommodated for a daily fee, please enquire ahead of time. This residency program is designed for solo artists and is best experienced independently without distraction.

**Some amenities are subject to suite availability — Studio H Canada will endevour to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Registration

Once you complete the Google intake form we will arrange an online meeting via Google Meet or What’s App to find out more about your residency goals, timing, and interests to make sure this is the right residency for you.

Once it is determined this is the right fit and the plan is established, Studio H Canada will draft an artist agreement for the term of the residency outlining your responsibilities and how we can support you (in-kind financial support, achieving residency goals etc.), and finalize dates and payments. You will also receive an official offer/acceptance letter that can be used for funding applications or sponsors. SHC must receive confirmation from artists that they will accept the offer, sign off on the residency agreement, and submit their deposit within 4 working days.

Fees

The Basic Fee schedule below does not include local taxes, non refundable deposit of $100, or additional services. The deposit is non refundable but never expires; so if plans change, you can apply the deposit to a future residency.

Use the Plan Your Residency Calendar to see which dates have been booked already. All residencies start on Sunday at noon, and check out on Saturday, noon.

All fees are based on single artist occupancy. Please enquire about artist groups of 2 or more. Only artists may attend the residency.

All fees are in Canadian Dollars (CAD). PayPal transfers are accepted for international payments.

Standard Fees

• The Studio Suite: $1600.00 CAD / 4 weeks
• The View Suite: $1600.00 CAD / 4 weeks

Contact us for more information about fee options for your planned length of stay.

Cancellations & Deposit

Non-refundable deposit: $100

Booking period: 3 month in advance minimum and based on availability.

Refund Schedule: subject to change and dependent on document exchange timing.

Amount	Condition	Timing
$100.00 CAD deposit	non-refundable	Within four days of receiving offer letter and agreement
50% of fee (based on accommodations & length of residency)	half fees payable	30 days after signing agreement
100% of fee (based on accommodations & length of residency)	balance of fees payable	90 days before residency begins
50% of fees paid	refundable	90 days prior to arrival
25% of fees paid	refundable	60 days prior to arrival

Bookings and Payment

Payments can be made by e-Transfer or PayPal to: create@studiohcanadaresidency.ca. If you do not have access to e-Transfers or PayPal, please contact us.

We recommend having a car as local bus transportation is available, but not frequent. We can also help to arrange rideshares and coordinate excursions as much as possible. We have an extra bike for local rides to the village corner store, My Chosen café or the Broken Paddle Café. Check out Google for other information links about this area, and its artists.

By air: https://www.victoriaairport.com/

By ferry: https://www.bcferries.com/

By bus: https://www.bctransit.com/victoria/schedules-and-maps

Ride Sharing (untested): https://www.ridesharing.com/en-ca/ca/Victoria

There is a thriving arts community in the region and Metchosin is home to a growing group of them including the Metchosin Arts and Cultural Centre Association  (MACCA), Metchosin Art Pod, the Schoolhouse Museum, and the local community house hosts a weekly meeting of artists. I am personally involved in arts activities and groups in Victoria including Xchanges Gallery and Studios, where we are active members as well as Ground Zero Printmakers. There are many other Artist-Run Centres in the area as well.

Studio H Canada International Artists Residencies is now accepting applications for the 2026 calendar year. Please note that for 2026, the minimum residence length is 4 weeks. Use the

If you would like to join our waitlist and receive an email notification when new calls are announced, please contact us at create@studiohcanadaresidency.ca.