The Innovation Show
The Innovation Showcase: a hub of connections to drive your business forward.
The Innovation Showcase at MTL connect 2026 is a strategic space entirely dedicated to talent, fresh ideas, and the technologies shaping digital progress. Designed as a hub of connections at the heart of Printemps numérique, it brings together some twenty organizations from here and abroad that are committed to financing, supporting, and showcasing the skills of tomorrow.
Located at the center of the event at the Société des arts technologiques (SAT) in Montreal, the Innovation Showcase welcomed over 1,200 visits over three days in its previous edition, establishing itself as the prime contact point for driving business partnerships.
The Innovation Showcase at a Glance
- What? An immersive technology showcase, an international business platform, and a unique exhibition space.
- Who? SME leaders, managers, investors, startups, public institutions, and professionals eager to identify the next performance levers for their organization.
- Where? At the Société des arts technologiques (SAT)
- When? From October 13 to 16, 2026 (presentation slots from 8 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 5 PM).
- Why? To discover concrete solutions, fund innovative projects, increase brand visibility, and expand your business network.
Explore the future of digital
Discover solutions
Test functional prototypes and discover innovative tools ready to be integrated into your business processes.
Access to Speakers
Meet specialists in business support, venture capital firms, and representatives of major support organizations.
Strategic networking
Exchange with trade delegations and local and international professionals who share your growth challenges.
Startup connect: new for 2026
Showcase your startup at the Innovation Show
Take advantage of a unique opportunity to introduce your startup to businesses, investors, Speakers, and partners in the digital ecosystem. Selected startups will also receive a service grant worth $4,000.
A new showcase for innovative startups
Startup connect is a new initiative by MTL connect that allows innovative startups to present their solution as part of the Innovation Show.
From October 13 to 15, meet businesses, investors, Speakers, and partners in the digital ecosystem to introduce your project and create new opportunities.
Deadline: August 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM (Montreal time, EDT / UTC-4)
Give your startup a boost
Present your innovation
Showcase your solution to a qualified audience of innovation and digital Speakers.
Expand your network
Exchange with partners, Speakers, and investors who can accelerate your growth.
Validate your value proposition
Gather concrete feedback to evolve your product or service.
Gain visibility
Leverage the reach of MTL connect and the Innovation Show to increase your recognition.
Create business opportunities
Multiply meetings that could lead to new partnerships or clients.
A service grant worth $4,000: Selected startups will receive a package of services designed to maximize their presence during MTL connect.
Kiosk
A turnkey kiosk space for a full day at the Show (value of $1,500)
On-site visibility
Increased visibility at the event’s physical locations (value of $1,500)
Web visibility
Brand display on the official website of MTL connect (value of $500)
Visibility on the event platform
Visibility on the event’s digital platform (value of $500)
Who can participate?
Startup connect is aimed at startups that have a functional product, service or prototype (MVP) and operate in one of these sectors:
- Artificial intelligence and data
- Cybersecurity and digital trust
- Urban, territorial and environmental technologies
- Cultural and creative industries
- Social innovation and digital inclusion
- Health, well-being and medical technologies
- Impact technologies
Ready to present your startup?
Join the Startup connect cohort and leverage the reputation of MTL connect to propel your startup to new heights!
Deadline: August 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM (Montreal time, EDT / UTC-4)
Spotlight on the new Women in Tech Space
New this edition: the Women in Tech Space.
Created at the heart of the Innovation Show, this space is dedicated to showcasing women who help shape the technological and digital ecosystem. The initiative aims to highlight their journeys, projects and the organizations that promote a more inclusive, diverse and responsible industry. It’s the ideal place to meet inspiring women, draw inspiration from success stories, discover mentorship programs and actively support gender diversity.
Would you like to participate in or sponsor the Women in Tech Space? Contact us at [email protected]
Would you like to meet inspiring women?