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A look back at a key conversation from MTL connect 2025 for World Creativity and Innovation Day. Watch the full panel here. At a time when technologies are profoundly transforming our societies, World Creativity and Innovation Day reminds us of an often understated truth: innovation is not solely the domain of science and engineering. It is also shaped through artistic practices, which can question, subvert, and expand technological frameworks. At MTL connect 2025, a panel brought together Marie-Ève Bilodeau (ETS), Jens Hauser (University of Copenhagen Medical Museion) and […]

April 7 - World Health Day Building trust: where are we with responsible AI in healthcare, 7 years later? On World Health Day, we revisit the key insights from a conference presented at MTL connect 2025, at the intersection of ethical, governance, and digital sovereignty issues. April 7 marks World Health Day. An opportunity to revisit the discussions from the conference "Building trust: responsible AI in healthcare, 7 years after the Montreal Declaration". Hosted by Gaëlle Hermans, pedagogical designer at CHUM, Catherine Régis, […]

March 8: International Women's Day – celebrating those who shape tomorrow Each year, March 8 invites us to look up, to recognize the women who, in every field, push boundaries, pave new paths, and transform the world. In 2026, as artificial intelligence reshapes our economies, jobs, and societies, this day takes on a special resonance: who are the women shaping this revolution? Who ensures it is fair, inclusive, and human? On the occasion of International Women's Day, Printemps numérique wishes to highlight [...]

MTL connect 2026: Call for delegations for Montreal’s Digital Week The must-attend digital event returns from October 13 to 16, 2026. For this 8th edition, MTL connect places a crucial issue at the heart of the debates: SOVEREIGNTY. Are you an institution, a public body (ministry, diplomatic representation, economic development agency, chamber of commerce, sectoral association), a tech cluster, an incubator or an accelerator? Do you support SMEs and scale-ups, or represent an international organization committed to digital development and inclusion? This call is for you! Delegation registration deadline [...]

Explore MTL connect 2026, a lever for digital inclusion for young people in developing countries Printemps numérique continues its mission to promote inclusive digital technology by deploying the Explore MTL connect 2026 program. This initiative is part of the international momentum of MTL connect, a major event dedicated to digital transformation and future technologies. Through this free online accessibility program, Printemps numérique creates concrete bridges between Quebec and emerging digital ecosystems. The goal is twofold: to strengthen the skills of young talent and to generate a lasting impact on economic development and innovation. A [

Montreal, February 12 – How can we regain control of our infrastructure, our data, and our cultures? This question will be the guiding thread of the 8th edition of MTL connect, Montreal’s Printemps numérique, taking place from October 13 to 16, 2026. In a rapidly changing technological landscape, digital sovereignty is no longer an option but a strategic imperative. MTL connect 2026 provides an international-scale platform for organizations that want to take a stand, influence major debates, and showcase their expertise to an audience of decision-makers. Become a partner of the 2026 edition. Registration deadline […]

On January 28, World Data Protection Day reminds us of the importance of securing our personal information. Yet, in 2026, the stakes have evolved. It is no longer just about "protecting" our private lives, but about collectively regaining control of our infrastructures, our cultures, and our choices. MTL connect 2026: from data protection to digital sovereignty This shift from protection to Sovereignty is precisely the core of the reflection driven by MTL connect 2026. Traditionally, data protection is seen as a defensive barrier. But if we adopt the angle of sovereignty, [

After exploring disruptions and transformations, the 8th edition of MTL connect tackles the major challenge of our decade: Sovereignty. From October 13 to 16, 2026, join us at the Société des arts technologiques (SAT) to rethink our digital future. In a world where our lives are dictated by algorithms, platforms, and data, a fundamental question arises: who truly holds the reins? For its new edition, MTL connect invites the international community to reflect on a crucial theme: How can we regain control of our infrastructures, our data, and our cultures? The […]

For the 6th consecutive year, Printemps numérique has orchestrated the MTL Tech Awards during its annual event MTL connect. This year’s edition reached its peak on October 30th at the Société des arts technologiques, during an awards ceremony filled with enthusiasm and impactful achievements. On October 28th, 16 finalists had the opportunity to showcase their innovative projects to a panel of expert judges. Their hopes and aspirations were then focused on the chance to win one of the 5 major prizes awarded in this international digital innovation competition. Through this competition, Printemps numérique is committed to promoting creative initiatives at […]