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More than 100,000 room nights already secured and over $100 million in economic benefits
Tourisme Montréal and the Palais des congrès de Montréal announce that, over the past few months, a significant series of major international and North American conventions has been confirmed for the coming years, reinforcing Montréal’s position as a key hub for business tourism. These business events represent more than 100,000 room nights and economic benefits estimated at over $100 million.
Behind every confirmed convention are years of work, relationship building, strategic planning and an exceptional level of mobilization by our teams and partners. It is this rigour that allows Montréal to remain a destination of choice for business tourism on the international stage. By attracting major conventions, we are laying solid foundations for business tourism and creating a sustainable base for Montréal’s visitor economy.
– Mylène Gagnon, vice-president, sales, convention services and membership at Tourisme Montréal
Among the recently confirmed conventions, all to be held at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, are the World Science Fiction Society, which will bring together approximately 4,000 delegates in 2027, as well as the Canadian Labour Congress, with 3,500 delegates expected in 2032.
Several events benefited from the support of Destination Canada through the CBF program (convention business fund), including:
These confirmations are complemented by major recurring conventions, including that of the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum, whose annual event alternates between Vancouver and Montréal. The Montréal editions, held in odd-numbered years, each welcome close to 2,000 delegates and have been confirmed through 2035.
Tourism is a powerful and sustainable economic lever for Québec. At a time when market diversification and international competitiveness are essential, business events provide a tangible and immediate response. By attracting large-scale conventions, we are investing in a form of collective wealth that supports the economy, innovation and Montréal’s long-term appeal.
– Emmanuelle Legault, president and chief executive officer of the Palais des congrès de Montréal
Beyond their economic impact, these conventions play a strategic role by stimulating the knowledge economy and fostering innovation. Each event helps strengthen Montréal’s international reputation as a centre of expertise while enriching its social, scientific and professional fabric.
Of the twelve conventions confirmed in 2025, five are in the life sciences sector, an area of excellence for Montréal. This strong representation further cements the metropolis’s position as an international hub for high-level scientific exchange.
The metropolis continues to rank at the top of global standings for hosting business events, notably those of ICCA (International Congress and Convention Association) and UIA (Union of International Associations), confirming for a ninth year its position as the leading destination in the Americas. This status highlights the excellence of its event ecosystem, the quality of its infrastructure, its accessibility and its expertise in hosting major events.