CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

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The Centre d’exposition Yvonne L. Bombardier presents, democratizes and studies the work of Quebec artists specializing in the visual arts. It aims to offer diverse programming and raise public awareness of contemporary art while showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists.

Exhibitions at the Centre are divided into 3 periods of 3 to 4 months (summer, fall, winter). For each period, 2 to 3 exhibitions are presented concurrently under a common theme.

PROGRAMMING 2027-2028

The call for applications for the 2027-2028 program is now closed.

Please review the eligibility and selection criteria before submitting an application:

Eligibility criteria:

Artists who have presented their work at the Centre must wait five years before resubmitting an exhibition project.

  • The artist must be recognized by their peers or be enrolled in a recognized educational institution.
  • Artists submitting an application must reside in Quebec.

Selection criteria:

  • Preference will be given to original projects with an innovative approach.
  • The Exhibition Centre wishes to make different types of visual art accessible and to represent the diversity of people and media.
  • In the interests of fairness and representativeness, the Centre encourages members of visible minorities to submit projects.
  • Projects that promote community engagement will be prioritised.

What the Centre offers: 

  • A technical team for installation and dismantling.
  • Transportation of works from the artist’s studio to the Centre.
  • A fee based on CARFAC royalty rates.
  • Accommodation (per diem) and travel expenses.
  • Certain items of furniture (pedestals, display cases, etc.) for the duration of the exhibition.

Items to submit: 

  • A description of your artistic approach (500 words maximum).
  • A presentation of your exhibition project (500 words maximum).
  • A PDF file (10 MB maximum) including:
    • 10 works with images, web links and, if desired, titles, media used, dimensions.
    • Your artistic CV.


If you have any questions, please contact Catherine Dumont-Levesque at: c.dumont-levesque@fjab.qc.ca

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