Culture
Desjardins contributes to a large number of initiatives to promote the development of cultural wealth for individuals and communities. More specifically, our goal is to:
- initiate young people to culture
- encourage upcoming artists
- promote creativity
FrancoFolies de Montréal
June 7 to 16, 2018
Allied with FrancoFolies de Montréal for the past 22 years, Desjardins is pleased to again contribute to the cultural event.
FrancoFolies de Montréal has over 200 shows, including 150 free outdoor shows. Natural allies located in the heart of the Quartier des spectacles, these organizations allow festival-goers to enjoy an exciting experience.
Learn more about FrancoFolies de Montréal.
Quebec City Summer Festival
July 5 to 15, 2018
Desjardins has been a partner of the Quebec City Summer Festival for 30 years and is pleased to join forces with one of the largest musical events in Canada. For 11 days, Quebec City moves to the rhythm of nearly 300 shows by renowned artists, rising stars and street art.
Learn more about Festival d'été de Québec - External link. This link will open in a new window..
Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ)
Desjardins Group donated $500,000 to Fondation du MNBAQ as part of the foundation's fundraising campaign.
With its Quebec art reference collection the MNBAQ is a major player, not only in Quebec City, but throughout the province. More than ever, the Musée, the driving force of the new Quartier des arts neighbourhood, reflects Quebec's creativity and dynamism.