SHARE. EXCHANGE. CONNECT.
Ever thought about getting involved in hosting an international event in Montréal?
In institutions of higher learning across the city, people are thinking about new ways of doing things. Events with global reach are one of the best ways to showcase your sector of activity, your team and your institution.
Holding an international event in Montréal creates economic, societal and intellectual spin-offs for everyone.
Hosting a meeting with global reach is a unique experience. That is why we offer you our expertise, resources and network to make your job easier and help you achieve your goals.
Knowledge is one of Montréal’s many riches and you contribute to it.
About us
A joint initiative of Business Events Montréal and the Palais des congrès de Montréal, The Knowledge Collective offers a single point of contact that streamlines the process. You’ll have access to a wide range of free tools and resources to attract an international event to Montréal.
You have influence among your peers. We have the network and the event expertise. Together, we can unite Montréal’s knowledge leaders to bring prestigious events to our city. Help us by spreading the word about the Knowledge Collective to people in your network!
Our free services
Our team of experts in event planning and organization offer you a streamlined process that lets you to represent your industry or field when you bid on holding a world-class event in our city. What we offer you:
- Feasibility study services
- Bid preparation and submission
- Help with scouting visits
- Financial aid (when applicable)
- Montréal is selected: Help with logistics and promotion of your event.
Eligibility
If participating in international events is key to growing your industry, get in touch with us. It might be your turn now to welcome your peers. The Knowledge Collective services are free and reserved for events with global reach that meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Montréal has not yet been chosen to host the event.
- The event is held on a regular basis.
- It rotates between at least three different countries.
- There is a minimum number of participants, half of whom are from outside of Québec.
- The event includes a minimum three-night stay.
2023 was a huge success for business tourism in Montréal
475 business events supported by Tourisme Montréal and the Palais des congrès
870,000 visitors from Canada and around the world
$425 million in economic spin-offs
Montréal tops 2022 ICCA rankings
For a seventh consecutive year, Montréal ranked first in North America for hosting international association events.
Make your project a reality
Contact us
Marc-André Gemme
Manager – Palais des congrès de Montréal (Montréal convention centre)
If you’re interested in hosting an international meeting, get in touch with us. The Knowledge Collective can help you evaluate your project and conduct a feasibility study on it. Like working with experienced professionals? You can count on us.
Presented by
Palais des congrès de Montréal
The Palais des congrès de Montréal is a Crown corporation and commercial enterprise whose mission is to help stimulate the economic vitality and social progress of Québec by promoting the exchange of knowledge and knowhow on the path to sustainable development. A change agent for innovation, creativity and inspiration for 40 years now, the Palais welcomes major events and offers personalized assistance.
Business Events Montréal
Business Events Montréal (BEM) is a specialized team at Tourisme Montréal that works to attract, facilitate and promote a wide range of events in Montréal. BEM manages events of all sizes, and works closely with Team Montréal, a coalition of meeting and convention industry leaders.
