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Le Mois de la Photo à Montreal has long been one of the major international events in its discipline ...
By virtue of its geographical position and its capacity to efficiently utilize its resources, it bridges the North American and European scenes. – Christian Gattinoni, Lacritique.org [Paris, France] | 2009

Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal is a major international biennale that investigates issues relating to contemporary photography. Bringing together artists, curators, and other specialists of the image, the biennale creates a unique and exciting opportunity to study the transformations of the image in contemporary culture.

Over the years, Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal has become an important focal point within the field of contemporary photography and other lens-based practices. By showcasing the works of contemporary artists, the biennale actively contributes to the vitality of the Montreal cultural landscape. The exhibitions are organized around a single theme – proposed by a guest curator – and scattered throughout Montreal, transforming the city into a vast and coherent group show.

Le Mois de la Photo à Montréal is recognized as a charity organization by Canada Revenue Agency. It is a member of Festivals et Événements Québec and of Festival of Light, an international consortium of photography festivals.