In line with Lachine’s cultural development plan, the Borough wishes to promote access to culture, enrich cultural experience on its territory and democratize amateur and semi-professional artistic practice. Many amateur artists live in our neighbourhoods, where exhibition spaces are limited, not to mention the amateur visual artists registered with cultural leisure organizations. 

In 2024, the two exhibition periods for this call for projects are scheduled from July 12 to August 4 and from August 9 to September 1.

The maison de la culture team offers professional technical support for the installation and promotion of the exhibition using the Borough’s communication tools. Transportation of works is at the artist’s or organization’s own expense. 

At the same time, the Borough wishes to encourage Lachine residents to participate in experimentation and creative activities related to these exhibitions. Financial support of $1500 per exhibition will be offered to cover the costs of activities and materials.

• Organizations recognized under the Borough’s policy on the recognition of organizations or an amateur visual artist (solo or group) 
• A resident of Lachine 
• Existing works ready for installation

A selection committee made up of three Borough staff members, a representative of a recognized organization and a resident will choose projects based on the following criteria: 

• Artistic quality and originality of the exhibition (30%) 
• Technical feasibility of the exhibition (20%) 
• Realism of activities related to the exhibition (20%) 
  
  Consistency with Montréal 2030 guidelines: accelerating the ecological transition and strengthening solidarity, equity and inclusion (20%) 
• Contribution to project promotion (10%)

Please submit your project using the form below, which must be completed by 5 p.m. on February 16, 2024. In March, those who have submitted a project will receive a reply by email.