The Arctic Circle Retreat is a self-directed residency for artists and makers who live and create in the Yukon. We strive to support and promote the diverse voices, visions, and sensibilities of the North.
The retreat is hosted by an artist run collective based in Dawson City and is supported by the Eagle Plains Hotel. The hotel is situated on the Dempster Highway within the traditional and contemporary territory of the Vuntut Gwitchen.
The Arctic Circle Retreat offers six, one-week-long residencies to Yukon-based creators at the unique truck stop, restaurant, and hotel complex, 35km from the Arctic Circle.
A Yukon artist, or collaborative team, is invited to spend one week at the hotel during two set date ranges: between April 01 - May 15, 2025 or between September 01 - December 01st, 2025.
With the generous support of the Eagle Plains Hotel and the Yukon Arts Fund, the Arctic Circle Retreat is pleased to offer each of the six successful applicants: one-week (7 days) hotel room accommodation; $1000 honorarium; $60 per diem; and, $200 towards transportation.
Submissions for 2025 are now closed. Submissions re-open in early 2026.
Learn more here.
Questions? Please contact us