Dimitris Ilias
LJI Journalist

The Maisons de la culture Claude-Léveillée and Parc-Extension are inviting proposals from members of the Latino-Canadian community for the curation of two contemporary art exhibitions as part of the Festival LatinArte 2025. This initiative, which reflects a longstanding partnership between the festival and these cultural institutions, aims to support and showcase the creative work of Latino artists in Canada, providing them with a platform to share their artistic visions with the public.
For 17 years, the Maisons de la culture have collaborated with Festival LatinArte, reinforcing their commitment to cultural diversity and artistic innovation. This latest call seeks a curator who will be responsible for developing and organizing two exhibitions, each featuring up to three artists, in the dedicated gallery spaces of both cultural centers. While distinct, the two exhibitions should establish a meaningful dialogue between them.
The selected curator will work closely with cultural agents to finalize the exhibitions by June 2025 in preparation for their presentation between September and November 2025. They will be responsible for writing all exhibition texts in French, including display labels, and ensuring the exhibitions reflect the artistic excellence and diversity of the Latino-Canadian community. The role also involves participation in the opening receptions of both exhibitions in September 2025.
A stipend of $2,000 per exhibition will be provided to the selected curator. Additional support includes access to gallery furniture, professional installation technicians, transportation coverage for artworks within Quebec if needed, and remuneration for artists based on CARFAC standards.
A selection committee composed of representatives from the Maisons de la culture, Festival LatinArte, and two community members from the borough will evaluate applications based on artistic originality, curatorial experience, and openness to collaboration. Applicants must identify as Latino-American, hold Canadian citizenship or permanent residency, and preferably reside in Montreal to facilitate on-site coordination. Artists featured in the exhibitions must be based in Canada, with preference given to those in Quebec.
Interested candidates are required to submit a project proposal, a curriculum vitae, and up to ten images or videos of previous curatorial work. The application deadline is March 31, 2025, at midnight, and submissions should be sent via email to mcclaudeleveillee@montreal.ca.