A record season for body-centered creation in the border region<\/strong><\/h2>\nMalvina CPC<\/strong>, Van Grimde Corps Secrets’ creation and presentation centre located in Saint-Malo in the Eastern Townships<\/strong><\/a>, has just concluded its fourth summer season<\/a> with exceptional results.
\nWell before permanently establishing itself at Malvina CPC in 2024<\/strong>, Van Grimde Corps Secrets has been developing since the 2000s a unique transdisciplinary<\/strong> approach where sciences, cutting-edge technologies and humanities shape and inform body-centered creations. Now anchored in the human and environmental heritage of the Eastern Townships, the centre shares its research and creations with local, regional and international audiences extending from the Eastern Townships to Europe, through Quebec, Montreal, New York, Vermont, Ontario and western Canada.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nA place of gathering and community sharing<\/strong><\/h2>\nBeyond artistic creation, Malvina CPC<\/strong> has established itself as a true gathering hub for the Eastern Townships. Each opening weekend transforms this heritage site into a meeting space where international artists, local residents, visiting families and contemporary art enthusiasts come together.
\nThis community approach reflects Van Grimde Corps Secrets’ philosophy: democratizing access to transdisciplinary arts<\/strong> while creating bridges between tradition and innovation, local and international, heritage and future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nNumbers that testify to international reach<\/strong><\/h2>\nMalvina CPC’s 2025 season welcomed:<\/p>\n
Residencies and creations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- 8 artist residencies within the Art, technology and territory project<\/strong> from Quebec, Canada, Mexico and Europe (Ana Rewakowicz<\/a>, Thom Gossage<\/a>, Emmanuelle Martin<\/a>, Isabelle Van Grimde<\/a>, Sean Caulfield<\/a>, Liz Ingram<\/a>, Bernd Hildebrandt<\/a>, Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- 4 researchers<\/strong> lecturing for transdisciplinary projects (Dr Mirella Aoun<\/a> and Professor Jennifer Downing<\/a> from Bishop’s University, historian L\u00e9on Robichaud<\/a> from the University of Sherbrooke and <\/span>Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- 14 guest artists<\/strong> within international collaborations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Malvina CPC team and some of the artists in residence: Charles-biodiversity guardian, Sara-reception, Thom-sound artist, Domingo-writer, Pranav-photographer, Ma\u00eft\u00e9-coordinator, Isabelle-general and artistic director, Liz-visual artist, Antoinette-La Coyota translator, Sean-visual artist, Bernd-visual artist.<\/p><\/div>\n
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Sean Caulfield, mixed media artist-researcher in residence<\/p><\/div>\n
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Thom Gossage, sound artist in residence<\/p><\/div>\n
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Emmanuelle Martin, dance artist in residence<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n<\/h3>\nPublic programming<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- 22 guided tours<\/strong> of Malvina’s heritage and installations<\/li>\n
- 3 conferences<\/strong> on art, technology and Quebec heritage<\/li>\n
- 2 concerts<\/strong> of jazz and traditional music featuring international musicians<\/li>\n
- 3 sound installations<\/strong> created in collaboration with technologists<\/li>\n
- 1 book launch<\/strong> with public reading of La Coyota<\/a> in collaboration with Les amis du patrimoine de Saint-Venant-de-Paquette<\/a><\/li>\n
- 2 creation workshops<\/strong> for the general public<\/li>\n
- Several live performances<\/strong> presented in situ<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\nTechnological innovation and contemporary creation<\/strong><\/h2>\nMalvina CPC<\/strong> stands out through its avant-garde approach, combining contemporary dance, sciences, cutting-edge technologies and humanities. This season saw the birth of unique collaborations between artists, researchers and technologists, positioning the Eastern Townships as an internationally recognized artistic innovation hub.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nProjects in development<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Creation of an unprecedented work integrating artificial intelligence, to be presented in world premiere in Sherbrooke in March 2026<\/li>\n
- 2026 programming, including nighttime activities<\/li>\n
- Renovation of studios and certain parts of the site (thanks to the \u00c9v\u00e9nements Attractions Qu\u00e9bec<\/strong> grant)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Balanced reach: regional anchoring and international scope<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhile Malvina CPC<\/strong> attracts visitors from around the world, its most significant impact is felt in the Eastern Townships<\/strong> where the majority of the public discovers for the first time this unique intersection between art, science and technology.
\nSimultaneously, the strategic location near the American border fosters unprecedented cross-border collaborations<\/strong>, as evidenced by the support of the Neil & Louise Tillotson Fund<\/a> from New Hampshire, creating a true Quebec-United States cultural corridor.<\/p>\nDiscover this exclusive video from Townships Sun<\/em>, which presents a typical visit to Malvina CPC.<\/strong><\/h3>\nMalvina CPC’s 2025 season was marked by exceptional moments, like this captivating performance by Emmanuelle Martin<\/strong> documented by the Townships Sun<\/em><\/a>. This video offers an authentic glimpse of the unique artistic experience our centre provides, culminating with a spectacular aerial view of the Saint-Malo site.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n
\nWell before permanently establishing itself at Malvina CPC in 2024<\/strong>, Van Grimde Corps Secrets has been developing since the 2000s a unique transdisciplinary<\/strong> approach where sciences, cutting-edge technologies and humanities shape and inform body-centered creations. Now anchored in the human and environmental heritage of the Eastern Townships, the centre shares its research and creations with local, regional and international audiences extending from the Eastern Townships to Europe, through Quebec, Montreal, New York, Vermont, Ontario and western Canada.<\/p>\n
A place of gathering and community sharing<\/strong><\/h2>\nBeyond artistic creation, Malvina CPC<\/strong> has established itself as a true gathering hub for the Eastern Townships. Each opening weekend transforms this heritage site into a meeting space where international artists, local residents, visiting families and contemporary art enthusiasts come together.
\nThis community approach reflects Van Grimde Corps Secrets’ philosophy: democratizing access to transdisciplinary arts<\/strong> while creating bridges between tradition and innovation, local and international, heritage and future.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nNumbers that testify to international reach<\/strong><\/h2>\nMalvina CPC’s 2025 season welcomed:<\/p>\n
Residencies and creations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- 8 artist residencies within the Art, technology and territory project<\/strong> from Quebec, Canada, Mexico and Europe (Ana Rewakowicz<\/a>, Thom Gossage<\/a>, Emmanuelle Martin<\/a>, Isabelle Van Grimde<\/a>, Sean Caulfield<\/a>, Liz Ingram<\/a>, Bernd Hildebrandt<\/a>, Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- 4 researchers<\/strong> lecturing for transdisciplinary projects (Dr Mirella Aoun<\/a> and Professor Jennifer Downing<\/a> from Bishop’s University, historian L\u00e9on Robichaud<\/a> from the University of Sherbrooke and <\/span>Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- 14 guest artists<\/strong> within international collaborations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Malvina CPC team and some of the artists in residence: Charles-biodiversity guardian, Sara-reception, Thom-sound artist, Domingo-writer, Pranav-photographer, Ma\u00eft\u00e9-coordinator, Isabelle-general and artistic director, Liz-visual artist, Antoinette-La Coyota translator, Sean-visual artist, Bernd-visual artist.<\/p><\/div>\n
\nSean Caulfield, mixed media artist-researcher in residence<\/p><\/div>\n
Thom Gossage, sound artist in residence<\/p><\/div>\n
Emmanuelle Martin, dance artist in residence<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n<\/h3>\nPublic programming<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- 22 guided tours<\/strong> of Malvina’s heritage and installations<\/li>\n
- 3 conferences<\/strong> on art, technology and Quebec heritage<\/li>\n
- 2 concerts<\/strong> of jazz and traditional music featuring international musicians<\/li>\n
- 3 sound installations<\/strong> created in collaboration with technologists<\/li>\n
- 1 book launch<\/strong> with public reading of La Coyota<\/a> in collaboration with Les amis du patrimoine de Saint-Venant-de-Paquette<\/a><\/li>\n
- 2 creation workshops<\/strong> for the general public<\/li>\n
- Several live performances<\/strong> presented in situ<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\nTechnological innovation and contemporary creation<\/strong><\/h2>\nMalvina CPC<\/strong> stands out through its avant-garde approach, combining contemporary dance, sciences, cutting-edge technologies and humanities. This season saw the birth of unique collaborations between artists, researchers and technologists, positioning the Eastern Townships as an internationally recognized artistic innovation hub.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nProjects in development<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Creation of an unprecedented work integrating artificial intelligence, to be presented in world premiere in Sherbrooke in March 2026<\/li>\n
- 2026 programming, including nighttime activities<\/li>\n
- Renovation of studios and certain parts of the site (thanks to the \u00c9v\u00e9nements Attractions Qu\u00e9bec<\/strong> grant)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Balanced reach: regional anchoring and international scope<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhile Malvina CPC<\/strong> attracts visitors from around the world, its most significant impact is felt in the Eastern Townships<\/strong> where the majority of the public discovers for the first time this unique intersection between art, science and technology.
\nSimultaneously, the strategic location near the American border fosters unprecedented cross-border collaborations<\/strong>, as evidenced by the support of the Neil & Louise Tillotson Fund<\/a> from New Hampshire, creating a true Quebec-United States cultural corridor.<\/p>\nDiscover this exclusive video from Townships Sun<\/em>, which presents a typical visit to Malvina CPC.<\/strong><\/h3>\nMalvina CPC’s 2025 season was marked by exceptional moments, like this captivating performance by Emmanuelle Martin<\/strong> documented by the Townships Sun<\/em><\/a>. This video offers an authentic glimpse of the unique artistic experience our centre provides, culminating with a spectacular aerial view of the Saint-Malo site.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n
\nThis community approach reflects Van Grimde Corps Secrets’ philosophy: democratizing access to transdisciplinary arts<\/strong> while creating bridges between tradition and innovation, local and international, heritage and future.<\/p>\n
Numbers that testify to international reach<\/strong><\/h2>\nMalvina CPC’s 2025 season welcomed:<\/p>\n
Residencies and creations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- 8 artist residencies within the Art, technology and territory project<\/strong> from Quebec, Canada, Mexico and Europe (Ana Rewakowicz<\/a>, Thom Gossage<\/a>, Emmanuelle Martin<\/a>, Isabelle Van Grimde<\/a>, Sean Caulfield<\/a>, Liz Ingram<\/a>, Bernd Hildebrandt<\/a>, Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- 4 researchers<\/strong> lecturing for transdisciplinary projects (Dr Mirella Aoun<\/a> and Professor Jennifer Downing<\/a> from Bishop’s University, historian L\u00e9on Robichaud<\/a> from the University of Sherbrooke and <\/span>Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- 14 guest artists<\/strong> within international collaborations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Malvina CPC team and some of the artists in residence: Charles-biodiversity guardian, Sara-reception, Thom-sound artist, Domingo-writer, Pranav-photographer, Ma\u00eft\u00e9-coordinator, Isabelle-general and artistic director, Liz-visual artist, Antoinette-La Coyota translator, Sean-visual artist, Bernd-visual artist.<\/p><\/div>\n
\nSean Caulfield, mixed media artist-researcher in residence<\/p><\/div>\n
Thom Gossage, sound artist in residence<\/p><\/div>\n
Emmanuelle Martin, dance artist in residence<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\n<\/h3>\nPublic programming<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- 22 guided tours<\/strong> of Malvina’s heritage and installations<\/li>\n
- 3 conferences<\/strong> on art, technology and Quebec heritage<\/li>\n
- 2 concerts<\/strong> of jazz and traditional music featuring international musicians<\/li>\n
- 3 sound installations<\/strong> created in collaboration with technologists<\/li>\n
- 1 book launch<\/strong> with public reading of La Coyota<\/a> in collaboration with Les amis du patrimoine de Saint-Venant-de-Paquette<\/a><\/li>\n
- 2 creation workshops<\/strong> for the general public<\/li>\n
- Several live performances<\/strong> presented in situ<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n<\/h2>\nTechnological innovation and contemporary creation<\/strong><\/h2>\nMalvina CPC<\/strong> stands out through its avant-garde approach, combining contemporary dance, sciences, cutting-edge technologies and humanities. This season saw the birth of unique collaborations between artists, researchers and technologists, positioning the Eastern Townships as an internationally recognized artistic innovation hub.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nProjects in development<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- Creation of an unprecedented work integrating artificial intelligence, to be presented in world premiere in Sherbrooke in March 2026<\/li>\n
- 2026 programming, including nighttime activities<\/li>\n
- Renovation of studios and certain parts of the site (thanks to the \u00c9v\u00e9nements Attractions Qu\u00e9bec<\/strong> grant)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Balanced reach: regional anchoring and international scope<\/strong><\/h2>\nWhile Malvina CPC<\/strong> attracts visitors from around the world, its most significant impact is felt in the Eastern Townships<\/strong> where the majority of the public discovers for the first time this unique intersection between art, science and technology.
\nSimultaneously, the strategic location near the American border fosters unprecedented cross-border collaborations<\/strong>, as evidenced by the support of the Neil & Louise Tillotson Fund<\/a> from New Hampshire, creating a true Quebec-United States cultural corridor.<\/p>\nDiscover this exclusive video from Townships Sun<\/em>, which presents a typical visit to Malvina CPC.<\/strong><\/h3>\nMalvina CPC’s 2025 season was marked by exceptional moments, like this captivating performance by Emmanuelle Martin<\/strong> documented by the Townships Sun<\/em><\/a>. This video offers an authentic glimpse of the unique artistic experience our centre provides, culminating with a spectacular aerial view of the Saint-Malo site.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n
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- 8 artist residencies within the Art, technology and territory project<\/strong> from Quebec, Canada, Mexico and Europe (Ana Rewakowicz<\/a>, Thom Gossage<\/a>, Emmanuelle Martin<\/a>, Isabelle Van Grimde<\/a>, Sean Caulfield<\/a>, Liz Ingram<\/a>, Bernd Hildebrandt<\/a>, Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- 4 researchers<\/strong> lecturing for transdisciplinary projects (Dr Mirella Aoun<\/a> and Professor Jennifer Downing<\/a> from Bishop’s University, historian L\u00e9on Robichaud<\/a> from the University of Sherbrooke and <\/span>Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n
- 14 guest artists<\/strong> within international collaborations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Malvina CPC team and some of the artists in residence: Charles-biodiversity guardian, Sara-reception, Thom-sound artist, Domingo-writer, Pranav-photographer, Ma\u00eft\u00e9-coordinator, Isabelle-general and artistic director, Liz-visual artist, Antoinette-La Coyota translator, Sean-visual artist, Bernd-visual artist.<\/p><\/div>\n
\nSean Caulfield, mixed media artist-researcher in residence<\/p><\/div>\n
Thom Gossage, sound artist in residence<\/p><\/div>\n
Emmanuelle Martin, dance artist in residence<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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- 22 guided tours<\/strong> of Malvina’s heritage and installations<\/li>\n
- 3 conferences<\/strong> on art, technology and Quebec heritage<\/li>\n
- 2 concerts<\/strong> of jazz and traditional music featuring international musicians<\/li>\n
- 3 sound installations<\/strong> created in collaboration with technologists<\/li>\n
- 1 book launch<\/strong> with public reading of La Coyota<\/a> in collaboration with Les amis du patrimoine de Saint-Venant-de-Paquette<\/a><\/li>\n
- 2 creation workshops<\/strong> for the general public<\/li>\n
- Several live performances<\/strong> presented in situ<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
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Technological innovation and contemporary creation<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Malvina CPC<\/strong> stands out through its avant-garde approach, combining contemporary dance, sciences, cutting-edge technologies and humanities. This season saw the birth of unique collaborations between artists, researchers and technologists, positioning the Eastern Townships as an internationally recognized artistic innovation hub.<\/p>\n
<\/div>\nProjects in development<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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- Creation of an unprecedented work integrating artificial intelligence, to be presented in world premiere in Sherbrooke in March 2026<\/li>\n
- 2026 programming, including nighttime activities<\/li>\n
- Renovation of studios and certain parts of the site (thanks to the \u00c9v\u00e9nements Attractions Qu\u00e9bec<\/strong> grant)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
Balanced reach: regional anchoring and international scope<\/strong><\/h2>\n
While Malvina CPC<\/strong> attracts visitors from around the world, its most significant impact is felt in the Eastern Townships<\/strong> where the majority of the public discovers for the first time this unique intersection between art, science and technology.
\nSimultaneously, the strategic location near the American border fosters unprecedented cross-border collaborations<\/strong>, as evidenced by the support of the Neil & Louise Tillotson Fund<\/a> from New Hampshire, creating a true Quebec-United States cultural corridor.<\/p>\nDiscover this exclusive video from Townships Sun<\/em>, which presents a typical visit to Malvina CPC.<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Malvina CPC’s 2025 season was marked by exceptional moments, like this captivating performance by Emmanuelle Martin<\/strong> documented by the Townships Sun<\/em><\/a>. This video offers an authentic glimpse of the unique artistic experience our centre provides, culminating with a spectacular aerial view of the Saint-Malo site.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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- 3 conferences<\/strong> on art, technology and Quebec heritage<\/li>\n
- 4 researchers<\/strong> lecturing for transdisciplinary projects (Dr Mirella Aoun<\/a> and Professor Jennifer Downing<\/a> from Bishop’s University, historian L\u00e9on Robichaud<\/a> from the University of Sherbrooke and <\/span>Domingo Cisneros<\/a>)<\/li>\n