Art Rental
Transform your workspace
Contemporary Canadian art energizes workspaces of all kinds, from lobbies to boardrooms, hallways to courtyards and beyond. It inspires creativity, impresses clients and celebrates Canadian culture.
The Art Bank rents artwork to government and corporate clients across Canada. Our service covers consultation to installation.
The Collection
With more than 17,000 artworks, the Art Bank has the largest collection of contemporary Canadian art anywhere. Choose from paintings, sculptures, drawings, photographs and prints by emerging and established artists – including those from Aboriginal and culturally diverse backgrounds.
The Benefits
Brings energy, innovation + prestige to your space
Renew or refresh your art every two years
Low, tax deductible rental fees
Maintenance-free
It's Affordable
Rental rates from $60 to $3,600 per year, with a minimum contract of $1,000 per year for two years. Service fees apply.
Contact Us
1.800.263.5588 – 613.566.4414 – x4479
artbank@canadacouncil.ca
The Process
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Call Us
We’ll connect you with an Art Consultant and book an initial, no-cost consultation. We’ll discuss your needs, preferences and workspace.
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The Preselection
Based on our initial consultation, we’ll send you a preselection web gallery of artwork choices for you to peruse and consider.
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The Selection
Choose your favourites. N.B. If you are in Ottawa, you can visit the Art Bank to view the works.
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The Installation
The Art Bank staff will ship and install your selected works, and ensure that you are completely satisfied.
Art Starts A Conversation
Invite your staff, clients + friends to
celebrate your new artworks.
Start the rental process
Call: 1.800.263.5588
or 613.566.4414 – x4479
PCL Construction: Building Culture
The Canada Council Art Bank rental program is one of the simplest ways to make a workplace more engaging, and PCL Construction has taken full advantage of it, decking out its offices with art from the Art Bank’s extensive collection....
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Sharing Art with the World: 50 years of Art Bank Clients
The last 50 years of the Art Bank have been shaped by extraordinary relationships with diverse clients from across Canada. These clients are the ambassadors who bring the collection to the world. As part of the ongoing 50th anniversary celebrations, a few of them shared their perspectives on the art rental program. ...
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