The Palais receives international recognition for its thematic spaces

Le Palais des congrès de Montréal recently won the prestigious AIPC Innovation Award Delegates’ Choice for its thematic spaces showcasing the Québec tourism experience. This international distinction highlights the Palais’ commitment to bringing innovative solutions and inspirational environments to conference-goers.

The thematic spaces, a collection of immersive, informal meeting spaces where people can network, chat and relax, won over delegates attending the AIPC (International Association of Convention Centres) Annual Conference, held on July 1–3, 2024 at the Costa Rica Convention Centre. The delegates noted that the innovation caters to a major industry trend by transforming the event attendee experience. The thematic spaces were created by the Palais in close collaboration with:

The Alliance de l’industrie touristique du Québec, as part of its mandate from the Québec Ministry of Tourism to promote the province under the Bonjour Québec brand, for La Station (a space that recreates the warm and wintery atmosphere of a Québec ski resort), Le Saint-Laurent (a novel sensory experience that dives into the wildlife of this iconic waterway) and Le Panorama (a glimpse into the province’s top nature tourism activities and experiences).
Indigenous Tourism Québec, which co-developed Québec Autochtone, an installation that promotes tourist attractions from the province’s 11 Indigenous Nations.

AIPC, which represents the world’s top convention centres, bestows the Innovation Award to organisations that show exceptional excellence in innovation and creativity. The Palais des congrès de Montréal earned the distinction with its thematic spaces initiative, designed to improve the business traveler experience while simulating the province’s signature tourist activities, a major source of its appeal. By seeking to bridge the gap between business and leisure tourism, the Palais is strengthening its position as an industry leader for conferences and events.