An architectural projection at the historic Jean-Talon Station
November 5 – 14, 2026
Choice Properties brings an immersive, large-scale architectural projection to 395 Jean-Talon West in Montreal, transforming the former Jean-Talon Train Station into a moving visual canvas by artist Thaïla Khampo and animator Louis Robert. The work draws on the history of the building and Parc-Extension from the 1930s onward; it layers past and present into one composition, revealing the façade as a place of passage, transformation and shared belonging.
This is a free outdoor event.
- Dates: November 5–14, 2026
- Hours: 5:00–11:00 p.m. nightly (extended from 9:30)
- Format: 7-minute loop, repeating. Drop in anytime.
- Admission: Free
- Weather: Runs rain or shine. Dress warmly.
The former Jean-Talon Train Station is at 395 Jean-Talon Ouest, at the foot of avenue du Parc in Parc-Extension.
- Metro: Parc station (Blue Line) is in the building. This is not Jean-Talon Metro station. Get off at Parc.
- Bus: Routes 80, 92 and 93 stop nearby.
- Car: Parking in the area is limited, so we encourage you to take transit.
Location
395 Jean-Talon Ouest, Montreal
(steps away from Parc Metro station)
Celebrating Parc-Extension
Spanning ten evenings, the building’s façade transforms into a large-scale immersive moving art piece about heritage, movement, migration and belonging. Created by artist Thaïla Khampo and animator Louis Robert, and made possible by Choice Properties’ Placemaking efforts, this large-scale animation celebrates the cultural richness of Parc-Extension and the many communities who have shaped it, inviting locals to gather.
From Train Station to Gathering Place
CP Rail opened Jean-Talon Station in 1931, connecting Montréal to Québec City, Ottawa and the Laurentians. Its distinctive Art Deco architecture remains an important part of the site’s character today.
Now part of Choice Properties’ retail portfolio, this site will be transformed into a vibrant destination, bringing its façade to life through a large-scale animated projection.
Set in the heart of Parc-Extension, the experience reflects a neighbourhood shaped by generations of newcomers, cultures and stories of belonging.
Archival credit: livresEtPixels
About the Artists
Thaïla Khampo is a Montréal-based illustrator whose work tells stories through pattern, mystery and a dash of dry humour. People and nature are often at the centre of his images, which have taken him from Montréal to festivals, brands and restaurants in France and Australia.
His murals have become part of the city’s streetscape, including one on the chalet at Nicolas-Tillemont Park, right here in the Villeray–Saint-Michel–Parc-Extension borough, and another in the courtyard of a Montréal elementary school. With his installation at 395 Jean-Talon O., he brings that storytelling to a much larger canvas: the façade of a historic building, lit up after dark.
Louis Robert is a Montréal-based Motion Designer specializing in 2D animation, visual identities, and kinetic typography. Since 2016, he has worked as an independent creator and has held key animation director roles for top-tier creative studios. His portfolio spans high-profile commercial campaigns for global brands as well as immersive architectural projection mapping projects.
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In Partnership With
Villeray-Saint-Michel-Parc-Extension borough, City of Montréal
A borough of the City of Montréal made up of three distinct neighbourhoods: Villeray, Saint-Michel and Parc-Extension. Known for its cultural diversity and strong community spirit, the borough supports local initiatives that bring residents together and enrich neighbourhood life.
MASSIVart
An art consultancy and production agency that works with artists, architects and developers to create art-driven events and cultural programs that bring people together. For this artwork at 395 Jean-Talon, MASSIVart leads the artistic coordination and production of the project, connecting the artist, the building and the community.
Mirari
A creative studio with roots in the performing arts, Mirari designs installations and architectural projections that put the audience at the centre of the experience. For this artwork at 395 Jean-Talon, the team translates Thaïla Khampo’s artwork into light, handling the animation and projection design that bring the façade to life.