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Festival d’art urbain: https://muralfestival.com/en/ NEW LANDING | Artists in Montreal -------------------------------------------------------------------- Finalists for 2026 Sobey Art Award revealed. The winner of Canada’s premier prize in contemporary art will be announced Nov. 14 in Ottawa. Finalists for 2026 Sobey Art Award revealed | CBC Arts -------------------------------------------------------------------- Photography: Nadya Kwandibens - 'The Lens Bears

Mona Rutenberg’s open studio: Directions: by car: Drive south off Notre Dame West, one street west of Monk Bridge. By bus: #36 or #38 from Vendome. Exit prior to crossing Monk Bridge. Walk down Philippe Turcot which is a one-way street. * Look for the balloons at my open gate. Mona Rutenberg - www.monarutenberg.ca -------------------------------------------------------------------- Scriven Montreal returns for pen and paper enthusiasts. In the digital age, Scriven Mon

At the Concordia Greenhouse - This Year's Epic Seedling Sale is happening this Friday! Don't miss out on locally grown seedlings from all your favourite garden groups! When: Friday May 22nd, 2026 Where: 7th floor of Henry Hall bldg. SGW Campus(Guy Concordia Metro Stop -- 1455 Blvd. De Maisonneuve Ouest) How: Cash -------------------------------------------------------------------- NDG Art Hop - Please join the participating artists as we celebrate the NDG Art Hop. The studios

New at the McCord: From May 15 to September 7, 2026, the Museum presents the North American premiere of the exquisite Christian Dior Couture gown worn by Céline Dion during her unforgettable performance from the Eiffel Tower at the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics. On May 29, join us for a one-of-a-kind evening at the McCord Stewart Museum, inspired by the exhibition Céline in Dior: A Dazzling Moment. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the exhibition, and to a

Haitian artists will step into the spotlight in the Quartier des spectacles this weekend for the very first Salon Haïtien de la Culture. It's a free, three-day celebration. We'll speak with the organizer, Roxane Ledan. https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-383-lets-go/clip/16213680-first-salon-haitien-de-la-culture-kicks-downtown https://salonhaitiendelaculture.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------------- Meet the Artemis II crew - talk •

For the National Mental Health Week, the Centre d’apprentissage parallèle de Montréal (Le CAP) is presenting an intimate exhibition featuring a selection of self-portraits from the “moi m’aime” project. Free entrance. May 2 to 10, 2026. Monday: Closed. Tuesday to Friday: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Place Salle d'exposition https://www.placedesarts.com/en/event/moi-maime-100-autoportraits -----------------------------------------------------

Literary calls: QWF Awards: Calls for Submissions QWF Awards: Calls for Submissions - Quebec Writers' Federation -------------------------------------------------------------------- Rules and Regulations of the Montreal International Poetry Prize. Rules and Regulations — Montreal International Poetry Prize -------------------------------------------------------------------- April 30th is International Jazz Day. We are getting ready to celebrate the 15th anniversar

M.C. Escher – Exposition - Immerse yourself in the visionary universe of M.C. Escher, where logic meets dream and mathematics embraces paradox. For the first time in Montreal, over 150 works of his genius take you on a journey through impossible perspectives, continuous metamorphoses, and worlds that defy reality. A visual and emotional experience in the heart of Montreal. https://escher-expo.com/montreal/en/ -------------------------------------------------------------

CBC Poetry Prize 2026: The CBC Poetry Prize is open from April 1 to June 1. https://www.cbc.ca/books/literaryprizes/cbc-poetry-prize-1.4090929 Karen Solie, Randy Lundy and Nadine Bhabha to judge 2026 CBC Poetry Prize. The winner will receive $6,000, a writing residency and have their work published on CBC Books. https://www.cbc.ca/books/judges-2026-cbc-poetry-prize-9.7153296 -------------------------------------------------------------------- At the McCord - Round

Photography: Lakeshore Camera Club presents: https://www.facebook.com/lccphotoclub/photos/starts-on-april-2ndcome-to-studio-77-in-beautiful-pointe-claire-village-bring-a-/1587793153350004/ ------------------------------------------------------------------- A Kind of Paradise - Colonial-Era Photography in Contemporary Art. A Kind of Paradise - Museum Rietberg -------------------------------------------------------------------- How Eadweard Muybridge revolutionized

PhotoEd Magazine - Home VS Away - A Call for PHOTOGRAPHY Submissions: Call for Submissions | photoed -------------------------------------------------------------------- Les Sucres au Marché Atwater Les Sucres au Marché Atwater | Marchés publics de Montréal -------------------------------------------------------------------- The Junos: Stream live March 29th. On demand March 30th. The Juno Awards bring Canada’s Biggest Night in Music to the brand-new TD Coliseum i

SSNAP 2027/28 Submissions Guidelines - Please refer to the SSNAP Conditions of Entry for complete eligibility requirements, submission guidelines, and important details related to the Prize. Submissions open: January 3, 2026; Deadline for entry: 8PM PDT, May 31, 2027. SSNAP-2027-28-Submissions-Guideline.pdf ------------------------------------------------------------------ Coming up on March 28: The Montreal Natyanjali dance festival, in its 11 th year, brings togeth

Calls: Canon Canada Photo Contest. This contest celebrates the creativity of Canadians who capture the world through Canon equipment — especially hobbyists, enthusiasts, and creators who make images simply for the love of it. All skill levels are welcome to participate. Selected images will be honoured with a beautifully printed and framed piece, along with the chance to be featured on Canon Canada’s website, including the home page and product pages, as well as in email comm

Calls, Exhibits and Events: The Call for Artists is open for the Toronto Outdoor Art Fair — Canada’s largest and longest-running outdoor and online art fair with over 170,000 visitors and $2+ million in artwork sales per year. Early Bird Deadline: Feb 27th, 11:59PM EST Final Deadline: March 6th, 11:59PM EST Call for Artists | Toronto Outdoor Art Fair -------------------------------------------------------------------- Nuit blanche 2026. For more than 20 years now, the

The Next Salt Spring National Art Prize (SSNAP) Cycle Begins — Artists, Insights & Key Dates. Home - The Salt Spring National Art Prize -------------------------------------------------------------------- At the McCord Museum: A Festive and Delicious Nuit Blanche | Free! Saturday, February 28, from 7 p.m. to midnight. Join a celebration of Montreal’s restaurant culture, showcasing the city’s richness and creativity, as part of exhibition On the Menu – Montreal: A Rest

PhotoEd calls for submissions: In our 2026-year season, we will be producing editions that explore contrasts. ​ Order VS Chaos - DEADLINE: February 13 Home VS Away - DEADLINE: June 15 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Exhibits: Members of the MMFA – Be among the first to see the new exhibition. Richard Avedon: Immortal. Portraits of Aging, 1951-2004. Featuring close to 100 portraits of iconic figures such as Chet Baker, Samuel Becket

Shows and books: Circus and opera collide for the “Clown(s)” premiere tonight at Opéra de Montréal. The latest contemporary opera from Quebec composer Ana Sokolovic tells the story of the life cycle of clowns, using opera, acrobatics and other circus elements, all in the same show! We speak with mezzo-soprano soloist Mireille Lebel about his unique production. https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-78-all-in-a-weekend/clip/16195334-circus-opera-collide-clowns-premiere-ton

As part of Muslim Awareness Week 2026, the exhibition Faces of Connection offers an artistic space dedicated to dialogue, diversity, and coexistence. A public vernissage will take place on January 30 at 6:30 PM, offering an opportunity to meet the artists and partners. https://ssm-maw.com/en/evenements/exposition-dart-visages-du-rapprochement -------------------------------------------------------------------- Une expédition immersive à travers l’histoire de la cathédra

Calls, Exhibits and Events: Give this a try! TERAVARNA is a leader in organizing physical art exhibitions in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, London, Paris, and elsewhere. We also organize theme-based juried art competitions via our online platform, providing unique opportunities, global exposure, and cash prizes to artists. https://www.teravarna.com/?gad_source=2&gad_campaignid=21832708248&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuv25-4ejkgMVzQ3bAR3azTrqEAEYASAAEgKJ2vD_BwE ...

Calls: International calls: CONTEMPORARY VENICE – 18th EDITION 2026 Venice | March 06 – 20, 2026. Deadline: February 08, 2026. CALL FOR ARTISTS: CONTEMPORARY VENICE 2026 | ITSLIQUID -------------------------------------------------------------------- PRODUCTION RESIDENCY PROGRAM 2026-2027. OPEN CALLS - DEAD LINE, FEBRUARY 1, 2026. Atelier Circulaire (AC) invites artists to submit a production residency project for its 2026-2027 programming, for the period from Apr