The WEDGE Residency, hosted by Akimbo Art in partnership with the Contemporary Art Gallery (CAG) and Ground Floor, is designed for early-emerging visual artists. It provides a structured yet flexible environment for artistic development, with a focus on professional growth and public engagement. Residents receive a weekly stipend of $250, access to studio space, and opportunities for critical dialogue with CAG’s curatorial team, the Ground Floor team, and visiting artists and curators. The residency emphasizes the importance of public-facing work, requiring residents to collaborate with CAG and Ground Floor to develop an engagement initiative. This could take the form of an artist talk, online discussion, podcast, zine, or other output, allowing artists to share their process and ideas with a broader audience. The program also offers practical resources: on-site parking, hand tools, basic workshop materials, and access to the CAG library and kitchenette. While the exact duration and location are not specified in the provided information, the residency’s structure suggests a supportive, cohort-based experience that balances studio time with professional mentorship. It is an opportunity for artists at a formative stage to deepen their practice, gain visibility, and engage with Vancouver’s contemporary art community.