Paris XR Vancouver Residency 2026
Call for applications open until February 12, 2026 (included)
Launched in 2025 by NewImages and the Institut français du Canada, the Paris XR Residency returns for a second edition. The program is open to XR creators based in Western Canada who wish to develop a prototype immersive project while immersing themselves in the French cultural and XR ecosystem.
What the residency offers
- A 4 to 8-week residency in Paris
- Accommodation covered
- Round-trip airfare Canada ↔ Paris
- A €1,950 grant (including per diem)
- Workspace at the Carrefour Numérique, Cité des sciences et de l’industrie
- Professional accreditation for NewImages Festival 2026
- Networking opportunities within the French and international XR ecosystem
- Public and professional presentation of the prototype
Eligible projects
- XR / Extended Reality projects (VR 360 or interactive, AR, MR, immersive installations, immersive sound, 4D, etc.)
- Projects in development or prototype stage
- Led by an established artist or professional
Eligibility requirements
✓ Be 18 years old or older
✓ Reside in British Columbia, Yukon, Alberta, Northwest Territories, or Saskatchewan
✓ Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
✓ Proficiency in English required (French is a plus)
In partnership with
Initiated by the Institut français du Canada as part of the “Résidences Ouest-Ouest” program
Key dates
- February 12, 2026: Application deadline
- February, 2026: Online pitch session for shortlisted candidates
- March 2, 2026: Announcement of the selected resident