Québec Tech: Serving tech startups IN QUEBEC

Québec Tech is a non-profit organization with an economic development mission. Our objective is clear: we want to increase the number of successful tech startups with strong export potential and accelerate their growth. To achieve this, we focus on three key priorities:

Stimulate commercial success of promising startups’ products in Quebec and internationally.

Enhance collective intelligence by facilitating data sharing and analysis of Quebec startups.

Build a strong international reputation for Quebec as a nation of high-performance, sustainable startups.

These priorities are implemented through a network of key players who share the mission of supporting Québec’s tech startups: incubators, accelerators, private and public organizations, and VC firms.

Paving the way for bold and visionary tech startups.

We firmly believe that a strong and sustainable economy is built on the expertise of tech startups, and we know that countries with thriving tech innovation sectors are, on average, more productive, according to the OECD. We are therefore committed to the development and commercial success of Québec’s tech startups.

To propel Québec tech startups onto the world stage

Our mission is to support high-potential tech startups with export capabilities and to drive their growth by implementing structured initiatives that support their international development. Our efforts aim to create the right conditions, alongside key ecosystem players, for Québec’s startups to reach their full potential.

Making Quebec tech a driver of responsible, sustainable growth.

Our vision is inspired by Québec’s strong tech entrepreneurial culture and reinforced by Québec’s potential to become a leading global reference in the creation and development of innovative tech companies.

Thanks to the support of key players, we turn our projects into real success stories.

Inclusive governance for a diverse and thriving ecosystem

Our Board of Directors is made up of the industry’s leading experts and key players, guiding us through every step of the way to your success.

Board of Directors

Sam Ramadori

Chairman of the Board of Directors, LawZero co-president et executive director

Louis Duchesne

Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors, President, Quebec and East Canada, Cossette

Nicholas Voyer, CPA

CPA Associate, Certification Group, EY

Rodolphe Barrère

co-founder and CEO, Potloc

Alexandra Bonnefoy

Consultant – Innovation and Technology, RBC Royal Bank of Canada

Sophie Boulanger

Administrator and investor

Patrick Gagné

CEO, Cycle Momentum

Louis-Edgar Jean François

PDG, Fondation Hue-Manity

Indra Kubicek

President and Chief Financial Officer, Digital Moment

Melissa Lafond

Senior Director, Engagement and HR, Quebec Jean-Lesage International Airport

Nicolas Morin

Partner, Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP

Observers

Daniel Mathieu

Division Head – Entrepreneurship
City of Montreal

Isabelle Gaudet

Director General Commercialization and Innovation Investment, Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie

A bold entrepreneurial team dedicated to your success

Our team is made up of diverse backgrounds and strong skills. We all share the same passion for an innovative and thriving ecosystem of Quebec tech startups. Together, we put our expertise to work for your success.

Richard Chénier

General Manager

Andréanne Hétu

Marketing Communication Director

Sophie Manciet

Finance & Administration Director

Philippe Valentine

Commercial Success & Partnerships Director

Samuel L. Audet

Technology Adoption Initiative Manager

Étienne Bernard

Data and Business Intelligence Manager

Léa Boulanger

Technology adoption initiative Coordinator

Maxime Bélanger-Quesnel

International Commercial Success Manager

Sandrine Demers

Marketing Strategy and Operations Manager

Vincent Fontaine-Richer

Technology Architect

Martin Giovanna

International Sales Coordinator

Louis Gueret

Graphic Designer

Khatidja Kassam

Marketing & Communications Manager Québec Tech

Alison Koudossou Messan

Process improvement analyst

Jean-Philippe Naim

Strategic Partnerships Manager

Anastasia Vintras

International Commercial Success Manager

From Startup Montréal to Québec Tech

Québec Tech was born from the government’s vision of making Quebec a bold and ambitious leader. In May 2022, the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Energy launched the Quebec Strategy for Research and Investment in Innovation 2022—2027 (SQRI2). With SQRI2, the government wants to invest in sustainable and inclusive research and innovation to excel globally and create more economic and social wealth. Based on these fundamental wishes, Startup Montréal was chosen to become Québec Tech.

February 2022

Startup Montréal was born of the merger of Bonjour Startup Montréal and Fondation MTL inc. Between 2018 and 2021, Montreal’s prime support and financial assistance players combined their efforts to enhance services for under-represented entrepreneurs and strengthen the city’s startup ecosystem.

Startup Montréal’s original mission was to support local entrepreneurs and promote them on the national and international scene. This mission quickly expanded to include entrepreneurs from across the province, recognizing the importance of Montreal as Quebec’s economic driver.

September 2023

The Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie calls on Startup Montréal to develop a new service aligned with SQRI2 objectives and aimed at stimulating Quebec’s economic development through the commercialization of local technology startups. This new mandate was formalized by a decree and marked by the appointment of Richard Chénier, former General Manager of Centech, as General Manager of Startup Montréal.

Under Richard Chénier’s leadership, the organization develops a strategic plan to meet the real needs of Quebec’s tech startup ecosystem. This transformation of Startup Montréal leads to a new name and mission – Québec Tech, a key player in innovation and support for startups, contributing to Québec’s international influence.

The decree of May 15, 2024

Startup Montreal officially becomes Québec Tech. Although it is still governed by the same non-profit and independent organization, the new identity signifies an exciting new mandate for Québec Tech, namely to be a key player in the economic development of Quebec. Québec Tech is committed to improving the visibility of and strengthening services dedicated to promising tech startups. By mobilizing key players, resources and talent, Québec Tech aims to propel Quebec to the world’s top-ranked in the field of tech startups. Thanks to an inclusive approach and strong support, Québec Tech plays a crucial role in the ecosystem of Quebec startups, ensuring their growth and success on the international scene.