A pathway to accelerate the transformation of your SME.

MTL connecte, the strategic meeting for Quebec business leaders and managers to move from theory to real impact

In a market undergoing rapid economic and technological change, artificial intelligence and digital innovations are no longer mere options but major and immediate levers to optimize your day-to-day operations. The SME Pathway at MTL connecte 2026 gives you the keys to integrate AI and digital technologies in a strategic way, to increase your productivity, optimize your processes, and strengthen your organization’s competitiveness.

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Optimize your day-to-day operations

The goal of the SME Pathway is to save you time, increase your operational efficiency, and optimize your profitability. Through practical workshops, real-world experience sharing, and high-level conferences, discover how to turn your management challenges into growth opportunities.

Build a framework of trust

Innovation must never come at the expense of data security, privacy, or the ethical standards of your industry. Printemps numérique places humans and collective responsibility at the heart of technological transformation by providing you with a clear and immediately applicable governance framework.

A hub of resources to move from theory to action

The SME Pathway goes beyond the traditional theoretical framework of conferences. It provides you with a complete ecosystem of support and business opportunities to concretely advance your transformation projects:

One-on-one expert meetings: Exchange with industry specialists and validate your tool choices or strategic architectures
Targeted B2B business networking: Expand your business network and identify the ideal technology service providers for your organization through facilitated networking sessions
Ecosystem funding and grants: Meet on-site with representatives from the Ministère de l’Emploi et de la Solidarité sociale to discover support options for human resources management and skills development, as well as the financial assistance available to businesses.
Meet the representatives of PME MTL to explore support services, financing solutions, and resources tailored to your company’s needs and projects.

Is this pathway designed for you?

This pathway is tailored to the local economic fabric across all sectors and primarily targets the following profiles:

Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and successors seeking concrete levers for long-term performance and profitability
Human Resources managers and marketing directors looking to modernize their internal processes and adapt to new market practices
Technology directors and innovation managers aiming to secure, structure, and accelerate their technological transition

Exclusive: Presentation of the Simplified AI Charter for SMEs

Developed in collaboration with representative organizations from the Quebec business community, this charter serves as a practical action guide for small and medium-sized enterprises.

The Simplified Charter aims to support SMEs in the adoption and responsible use of artificial intelligence by providing them with practical recommendations tailored to their challenges, capabilities, and available resources.

It will be officially presented at MTL connecte 2026.