Montreal, July 11, 2023 – On the occasion of MTL connect: Montreal Digital Week, to be held from October 10 to 13, 2023, Montreal Digital Spring (PN) is offering 50 young entrepreneurs the opportunity to take part in the event free of charge as Young Ambassadors.
Through this initiative, Montreal Digital Spring aims to promote entrepreneurial development and encourage the participation of young professionals interested in getting involved in thinking about the impact of digital technology on our societies and the economic development of our territories.
What is the Youth Ambassadors Delegation QC?
An initiative aimed at entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 35, from different regions of Quebec, interested in sharing their knowledge and consolidating their expertise in digital transformation;
An opportunity to connect with ecosystem players from Quebec and beyond. In 2022, over 2,300 young people from 58 countries participated in the program.
Full pass ($499 value) will be provided to the first 50 people meeting the eligibility criteria!
- 4 days of in-person activities, including:
– 1 day of presentations: MTL connect Showcase + MTL Tech awards (October 10);
– 2 days of conferences, panels and workshops (October 11 and 12);
– 1 day of techno-cultural visits to Montreal or techno-industrial visits to Mont-Tremblant (October 13);
- Connect with delegations, partners and speakers;
- And much more!
Profiles required :
- Aged between 18 and 35
- Residing in Quebec
- Being an active entrepreneur or in the startup phase
- Interest in digital technologies, AI-related technologies, cybersecurity, cultural and creative industries, mobility, healthcare, energy efficiency or agritech;
- Available from October 10 to 13 (arrival October 9) to actively participate in MTL connect activities at the Montreal NAD School;
- Participate in promoting the event before and after*
*Several ambassadors will be asked to engage with the Montreal digital spring social networks during the event (e.g., testimonials, interviews with speakers, etc.)
Extra benefit for 15 candidates!
Thanks to the support from the Les offices jeunesse internationaux du Québec (LOJIQ), 15 candidates residing 60 KM or more from Montreal have the chance to receive additional benefits :
- Financial support for your transportation;
- Accommodation from October 9 to 13, 2023 (including 5 nights, in a single room, with breakfast);
- Civil liability insurance coverage.
Candidates interested in LOJIQ’s offer must attest that they meet the following criteria: Canadian citizenship or permanent residency, or a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ) with a valid work permit, as well as a valid Carte d’assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ).
“We are delighted to launch this initiative, which offers a unique opportunity for young people from all over Quebec to connect and collaborate with peers from around the world. Encouraging the next generation and facilitating access to participants from remote regions is crucial to creating an inclusive environment and ensuring that all talented young people have the chance to take part in this inspiring event. I’m convinced that digital transformation is essential for the future of our society, and I can’t wait to see the innovative ideas that participants will bring after taking part in this program,”
says Mehdi Benboubakeur, General manager of Montreal Digital Spring.
(deadline: August 20, 2023)
A confirmation will be sent once your registration is validated.
The Youth Ambassadors Delegation is an activity supported by the Youth Secretariat of Quebec and presented by Hydro-Quebec, as part of the Youth QC 2030 project.
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About MTL connect
MTL connect is an annual international event organized by the non-profit organization Montreal Digital Spring (Printemps numérique). This gathering of industry players, researchers, decision-makers and entrepreneurs aims to promote understanding of the challenges and issues of the digital revolution, while presenting opportunities and providing solutions for taking advantage of them. It’s also an opportunity for participants to expand their network and develop business relationships and collaborations.
MTL connect takes a cross-disciplinary approach to the digital field, through its economic, social, cultural and environmental impacts on various sectors of activity.
About Montreal Digital Spring
Montreal Digital Spring (PN) is a non-profit organization that aims to connect people, organizations and ideas to promote and leverage digital intelligence. Acting for industries, communities, and players on the local and international scene, Montreal Digital Spring is the vanguard player that fosters connections by opening the horizons of digital progress.
Montreal Digital Spring offers a direct and accessible connection to the digital world through its actions that value inclusivity, humanism, boldness and curiosity.
About Youth QC 2030
The Youth QC 2030 project, supported by Youth Secretariat of Quebec, aims to help establish equal opportunities for young people aged 13 to 29 by supporting the development of digital literacy skills, and thus reduce the digital divide observed between different types of populations. This project is presented by Hydro-Québec.
