Complexe Desjardins is located in Montreal’s downtown core, in the centre of the bustling entertainment district. It’s one of the city’s largest and busiest mixed-use buildings. Three office towers and a shopping mall surround its luminous public square and spectacular fountain. A wide variety of stores and restaurants fill its commercial zone, offering a full range of products and services. Its one-of-a-kind design is filled with natural light and stunning architectural details. There’s no other space quite like it.

To mark the 50th anniversary of the Complexe Desjardins in 2026, we’ve asked artists to submit their proposals for an original hanging work of art that pays tribute this iconic Montreal space.

Professional artists and collectives, as well as art industry organizations and firms, were invited to apply and submit their ideas for an original artwork.

The jury selected three finalists from among the entries. They are:

Myriam Dion

Kelly Jazvac

Yann Pocreau

For more information, please see the full call for projects and official press release.

50 years in the heart of Montreal