Participate in MTL connect for Free by Becoming a Digital Ambassador

An immersive experience for young entrepreneurs helping shape the digital world of tomorrow

What if your next big opportunity started with a conversation?

Every year, MTL connect brings together entrepreneurs, researchers, decision-makers, artists, and experts from around the world in Montréal to explore the major challenges of digital transformation. On this occasion, Printemps numérique is launching its call for applications to recruit its new cohort of 2026 Digital Ambassadors.

The program is designed for young entrepreneurs and leaders who want to fully experience the event while contributing to its visibility and reach. As a Digital Ambassador, you receive free access to MTL connect 2026 in exchange for helping promote the event before, during, and after it. By creating social media content, sharing your experience, and engaging with your community, you will become one of the voices helping bring this edition to a wider audience.

More than just an event pass, this is an opportunity to join an engaged community, access an international network, and raise awareness of your journey within a broad innovation ecosystem.

Build Your Network and Accelerate Your Projects

Participating in MTL connect as a Digital Ambassador means experiencing the event from the inside and multiplying opportunities to build connections that can help move your project forward.

Over four days, you will have access to a rich program bringing together innovation leaders, businesses, public institutions, researchers, investors, and international experts.

You will have the opportunity to:

• attend conferences, workshops, and panel discussions;
• showcase your project at the Innovation Fair;
• take part in B2B meetings and networking activities;
• participate in professional speed-networking sessions;
• connect with experts through one-on-one meetings;
• discover innovative organizations through company visits;
• increase your visibility within an international network.

These networking opportunities are often the starting point for new collaborations, partnerships, potential clients, and even business opportunities. Whether you are just starting out or already growing your venture, MTL connect gives you the opportunity to meet the right people to help take your project to the next level.

An Edition Focused on Digital Sovereignty

This year, the 8th edition of MTL connect will explore digital sovereignty, a key issue at the heart of today’s major technological transformations.

Discussions will revolve around four main themes:

• Artificial Intelligence;
• Culture & Creativity;
• Cybersecurity & Digital Identity;
• Territories & Humanities.

As a Digital Ambassador, you will be at the heart of these conversations and will have the opportunity to help amplify the ideas, innovations, and initiatives that emerge throughout the event.

A Program for Engaged and Ambitious Individuals

Printemps numérique is looking for young entrepreneurs, creators, innovators, and engaged leaders who want to take part in conversations about the digital world while sharing their experiences with their communities.

The program is aimed in particular at individuals who:

• are between 18 and 35 years old;
• live in Canada or in a country within the French-speaking world;
• are either active or aspiring entrepreneurs, or Indigenous leaders;
• integrate artificial intelligence into their entrepreneurial approach or demonstrate thoughtful consideration of its uses and impacts;
• want to grow their professional network;
• are available in Montréal from October 13 to 16, 2026;
• commit to promoting MTL connect as a Digital Ambassador and participating in the representation activities organized by Printemps numérique.

The program also includes the Mamo/Mamu pathway, designed for young Indigenous people to encourage their participation and highlight their perspectives in discussions surrounding digital issues.

Apply Now

Would you like to expand your network, raise the profile of your project, get free access to MTL connect, and help bring the event to life within your community?

The 2026 Digital Ambassadors Program is a unique opportunity to experience the event from the inside, meet the people shaping the digital future, and become an ambassador for this major international conversation.

Apply today and join the next cohort of MTL connect Digital Ambassadors!

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Applications are open until August 31, 2026.