Colorful mural of a duck with headphones surrounded by abstract flowers and leaves on a dark background.

The Box Murals Project

Transforming Public Spaces Through Art

Welcome to The Box Murals Project transforming everyday infrastructure into vibrant neighbourhood art. Since 2009, our initiative has brought over 600 murals to life across Ontario and Quebec. We work with artists, municipalities, BIAs, and community organizations to create joyful, community-rooted public art on utility boxes.

Our services

Arist AndreaCatarRo sitting on ground drawing and coloring a large mural of tropical green leaves and plants outside.

Project Design & Planning

  • Define project scope, theme, and community goals

  • Assist with funding applications

  • Identify and map suitable box locations

Artist daria domnikova standing next to a colorful artwork on a utility box on a sidewalk. The background includes black buildings and parked cars.

Artist Management & Curation

  • Create and distribute Calls for Submissions

  • Facilitate the community jury selection process

  • Coordinate design approvals and artist onboarding

Colorful mural on a utility box illustrating outdoor activities like biking and skateboarding, with scenes of mountains and a winding road.

Production & Promotion

  • Oversee box prep, painting schedule, and clear coating

  • Provide artists with detailed instruction packages

  • Organize unveiling events, media outreach, and community mural tours

  • Document murals for archives, social media, and promotional use

Contact Us

We’d love to bring art to your community. Whether you’re a municipal partner, community organization, or resident with an idea, let’s connect.