Community Banner Program

Each year, the Town of Ladysmith invites emerging and professional artists from Ladysmith, Stz’uminus, and the surrounding area to create a street banner design.

The program aims to enhance the Town’s visual appeal and promote a sense of community identity. These banners bring vibrancy and spirit to our streets.

The winning designs reflect Ladysmith’s small-town charm, community life, and rich, diverse cultural heritage, while also highlighting the annual theme.

2026 Community Banner Program: Call for Artists

The Town is inviting artists of all ages from Ladysmith, Stz’uminus and the surrounding area to submit designs for the 2026 Community Banner Program.

This year’s theme, “A Future Imagined,” invites artists to explore the question: “In a time of change, what do you see for the future of the Town of Ladysmith?” Artists are encouraged to imagine what will make Ladysmith special in the future while considering our small-town charm, coastal community life, and diverse cultural heritage.

The winning designs will be displayed along 1st Avenue for one year. Afterwards, the banners will be moved to Transfer Beach and 4th Avenue for a period of one year. An honorarium of $1,500 will be awarded to the artist whose designs are chosen by the Selection Committee. A plaque will also be installed along 1st Avenue explaining the designs.

Artists must submit a completed entry form that includes their designs to bid@ladysmith.ca before 4:00 pm on Friday, January 30, 2026.

Submission Package

Community Banners: Past & Present

Selected designs are displayed along 1st Avenue for one year. Afterward, they are moved to Transfer Beach and 4th Avenue for a second year. Banners are then removed from the streets after year two and become available for purchase.

Below is a list of current and past banners.