Breaking the Ice / Splitting Ice

Manif d’art 12 — Quebec City’s biennial art exhibition from February 28 to April 19, 2026.

41 exhibition sites, 60 artists from Quebec, Canada, and around the world.

Espace Quatre cents, Jessie Kleemann, © Studio Arago

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Young Curators Section – Presented by the Quebec National Capital Commission

New generation, new perspectives on contemporary art.

Quai des Cageux, Tyra Maria Trono, © Studio Arago

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Partner galleries and art centers

Partner galleries throughout the city

Maison de la littérature, Vicky Sabourin and Vanessa Bell, © Studio Arago

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Outdoor artworks & winter installations

A free, open-access route through the urban landscape.

Domaine Maizerets, Cozic, © Studio Arago

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Manif d'Art

Manif d’art is a not-for-profit organization and a recognized charitable organization. Its mission is to promote contemporary art by local, national, and international artists, a mission it fulfills by providing unconventional platforms for creation and exhibition.

Manif d’art brings together artists at varying stages of their careers to take advantage of these innovative opportunities, and in so doing offers them a rare degree of artistic freedom and exposure through activities created and managed exclusively by the organization. These include Manif d’art – The Quebec City Biennial, the Winter Garden, exhibits of their work abroad, the Première Ovation visual arts, media arts, and applied arts program, and the Videre Awards in visual arts.

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Quebec City Biennial
11
editions
More than
100
artists
So
263 900
guided tours

Our Exhibitions

Discover contemporary art all year long with Manif d’art. From the Biennial to the Winter Garden, from public spaces to partner venues, our exhibitions bring together emerging and established artists, transforming Québec City into a living canvas of artistic encounters.

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GRANTS AND PRIZES

The Manif d’art actively participates in the recognition of emerging and established artists from the Quebec City region. With the support of various partners, it orchestrates the presentation of prizes and grants as part of ceremonies or calls for nominations. These distinctions are aimed at honouring established careers as well as supporting up-and-coming young talent.

GRANTS AND PRIZES

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Bring contemporary art to life in the heart of Québec’s winter

The funds raised directly support projects aligned with the Foundation’s mission to:

  • Expand the reach and visibility of Manif d’art and the Québec City Biennial
  • Promote emerging artists from Québec and support the next generation of creators
  • Broaden cultural offerings for diverse audiences, ensuring accessibility for all
  • Create innovative and inclusive events dedicated to contemporary art
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NEWS

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Philanthropic Passport Manif d'art 12

Publish on 5 February 2026
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Nadia Myre: an honored and committed artist

Publish on 13 November 2025
Nadia Myre: an honored and committed artist, from Manif d’art to the international stage
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