Six Canadian public artworks have been selected as finalists for this year’s CODAawards, and three of those pieces come from Quebec, positioning the province’s creators among the competition’s top‑100 entries.
The CODAawards are presented by CODAworx, a network that commissions public art worldwide. Each year the program highlights works that demonstrate artistic excellence in outdoor and community settings, assembling a shortlist that reflects a global perspective on public sculpture, mural, and installation projects.
The announcement was made on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 13:33 EDT. Representatives of CODAworx, including Toni Sikes and Sonali Karnick, confirmed that a total of six Canadian pieces have reached the finalist stage, half of which originate from Quebec.
Quebec’s inclusion in the top‑100 list underscores the province’s active role in the national public‑art scene. The three Quebec works join three other Canadian projects from across the country, creating a balanced Canadian presence within the broader international competition.
The finalists will be evaluated further as the CODAawards move toward selecting the ultimate winners later in the year. The recognition offers the selected artists increased visibility and the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing dialogue about public art’s impact on communities.
The CODAawards shortlist typically features projects from dozens of countries, reflecting a wide array of artistic approaches and cultural narratives. By placing Quebec artists alongside peers from Europe, Asia, and the Americas, the competition highlights the province’s capacity to produce works that resonate beyond regional boundaries. The finalists will be displayed on CODAworx’s online platform, where viewers can explore images, project descriptions, and the artists’ statements.