A Program to Accelerate Your SME’s Transformation
MTL connect, the strategic gathering for Quebec business leaders and managers ready to move from theory to real-world impact.
In a market undergoing rapid economic and technological change, artificial intelligence and digital innovation are no longer simply options, but major and immediate levers for optimizing day-to-day operations.
The SME Program at MTL connect 2026 gives you the tools to integrate AI and digital technologies strategically, helping you increase productivity, optimize processes, and strengthen your organization’s competitiveness.
Optimize your main operations
The SME Program's purpose is to help you save some time, increase your operational efficiency and optimize your gain. Through practical workshops, concrete experience sharing and high-level keynotes, discover how to transform your management challenges into growth opportunities.
Build a confidence framework
Innovation should never come at the expense of data security, privacy, or the ethical standards of your industry. Printemps numérique places people and collective responsibility at the heart of technological transformation by providing you with a clear governance framework that can be applied immediately.
A Hub of Resources to Move from Theory to Action
The SME Program goes beyond the theoretical framework of traditional conferences. It gives you access to a complete support and business ecosystem designed to help turn your transformation projects into action:
One-on-one meetings with experts: Connect with sector specialists to validate your choice of tools or strategic architectures.
Targeted B2B business networking: Expand your business network and identify the technology service providers best suited to your organization through facilitated networking sessions.
Ecosystem funding and grants: Meet on site with representatives from the Ministry of Employment and Social Solidarity to learn about support opportunities in human resources management and skills development, as well as financial assistance available to businesses.
Meet representatives from PME MTL to explore support services, financing solutions, and resources tailored to your company’s needs and projects.
Is This Program Right for You?
Is This Program Right for You?
This program is designed to reflect the realities of the local economy across all sectors and is intended primarily for the following profiles:
Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and business successors looking for concrete ways to improve performance and long-term profitability
Human resources managers and marketing directors seeking to modernize internal processes and adapt to evolving market practices
Technology directors and innovation leaders looking to secure, structure, and accelerate their technological transformation
Exclusive Presentation: The Simplified AI Charter for SMEs
Developed in collaboration with organizations representing Quebec’s business community, this charter is designed as a practical action guide for small and medium-sized businesses.
The Simplified Charter aims to support SMEs in the responsible adoption and use of artificial intelligence by providing practical recommendations tailored to their challenges, capabilities, and available resources.
It will be officially presented at MTL connect 2026.
Plan Your Participation and Prepare for the Future
Make the most of Montreal Digital Week to share your challenges and move your business toward the next stage of its digital growth.
