OPERA 2026 : COMING SOON

In collaboration with Orchestre de la Francophonie

Staging : Nathalie Deschamps

Applications for the 2026 edition will open shortly.

Program dates: July 1 to 31, 2026

Application deadline: November 24, 2025

Allowance: CAD $1,000 and tuition fees covered

APPLICATION INFORMATION

There is no application fee or age limit to apply.
Audition requirements
- Singers: 2 contrasting opera arias in different languages & styles
- Pianists, conductors and stage directors: 2 reference letters
Scholarship & stipend: All accepted participants will have their tuition fees ($2,500 CAD) covered by scholarship and will receive a $1,000 CAD stipend before December 31, 2025.
Confirmation fee: A non-refundable confirmation fee of $300 CAD will be required for all participants to prevent last-minute cancellations and cover any recruitment inconveniences that may follow.
Accommodation, transportation and meals are the responsibility of the participants. However, our team is working on partnerships with potential host families for international students.
Deadline: November 24, 2025

The Canadian Vocal Arts Institute is an intensive summer program offering high caliber training and exceptional performance opportunities to emerging professional opera singers from around the world, as well as collaborative pianists, conductors and stage directors.

The 22nd edition, held in Montreal, Canada will offer:

Opera Production with Orchestre de la Francophonie and staged by Nathalie Deschamps
“The Audition”: Broadcast event showcasing each singer in aria performance with symphony orchestra
Numerous opera galas with piano and/or instrumental ensembles

Private voice lessons and coachings with outstanding world-class faculty

Public masterclasses
Professional audio and video recordings of performances to use for your portfolio
Professional headshots session and individual career management guidance
Workshops on performance anxiety, acting, speech therapy, social media and community outreach.