Est nord est was founded in 1987 by a group of artists :: Its name was inspired by its geographic location : a region east of major urban centres :: The purpose of Est nord est´s residency program is to enable artists in visual arts to have access to a wealth of human ressources and unique technical services in an atmosphere that stimulates artistic practice :: Bringing together up to six artists from Quebec, Canada, and throughout the world, our two months residencies take place three times a year : in spring, summer, and autumn :: Our top priority is to encourage artistic research and experimentation in contempory art :. 

Our residencies offer space and time for reflection and work, as well as the opportunity to meet and exchange with other artists :: Meetings are scheduled to allow each artist to present his/her work to the other artists in residence :: We invite also guests or curators to visit the centre during the residency :: Est nord est also organizes thematic events, lectures and produces publications :.