A major figure in Québec and Canadian contemporary dance, Sylvain Émard stands out for the sensitive, virtuosic movement in his pieces and his highly diverse repertoire. From small forms to monumental works, from immersive installations to films, he has created some thirty dance pieces presented on four continents.
Our Anniversary Campaign Continues
At our LE GRAND CONTINENTAL remix fundraising event, the unifying power of our artistic director's iconic work was brilliantly demonstrated.
A star-studded cast delighted a very receptive audience last November, joining forces to create a memorable evening.
The party is very much alive and well…
To celebrate how far we've come and to support future projects, our fundraising campaign continues and every little gesture counts!
Since its inception, the company has served as a space for encounter and for sharing dance skills and expertise. From stages to public spaces, and professional pieces to participatory projects, it breaks down barriers around this dynamic art form, making dance accessible, vibrant and profoundly human.
When you support Sylvain Émard Danse, you stand behind a pioneer in contemporary dance in Quebec, an accomplished artist whose work is part of a living heritage rooted in presenting and sharing movement.
A 4th edition, a new collective impulse
This year marks the 4th edition of our collaboration with Espace Transition. This alliance is an annual partnership based on values shared by both organizations, a celebration of dance as an initiator, a spark for joy and resilience. Building on La Traversée, our 2025 project with young people at CHU Sainte-Justine hospital, a new edition is now underway. Stay connected on social media to discover what lies in store this spring.
THANK YOU, 70 000 times over!
On November 3, we all celebrated together the 35 years of Sylvain Émard Danse with the show LE GRAND CONTINENTAL Remix. In front of a packed house, the sparkling cast of this anniversary edition – consisting of 33 stars, along with business people and friends of the company – made dance shine brighter than a disco ball!
We raised over $70 000, surpassing our initial objective. The presence and the generosity of our donors made the evening a vibrant event, a celebratory moment filled with emotion and gratitude. Your exceptional participation made this fundraising evening a success, reflecting the community that has supported us since our beginnings.
A huge thank you to our two honorary co-presidents Sophie Ducharme, vice-president – Leader Transformation at National Bank and the actress Danielle Proulx, and also to our MC Marie-Christine Trottier. Thanks also to our fundraising committee, the contributors – including LJT, our main partner, National Bank, and Quebecor –, our star performers, all the volunteers and the entire team, indeed all those who helped make this anniversary such a success. And above all thank you, our loyal audience, without whom dance would not have its full meaning.
Together we continue to bring this beautiful dance adventure to life. Thanks to your support, the future looks bright. Thirty-five years already, and it’s far from over: more moments of dance, of sharing and wonder await you.
The creation continues, and every bit of support counts. Would you like to join the momentum? Make a donation
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