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Desjardins supports entrepreneurship in Quebec

How does Desjardins contribute to business creation in Quebec?

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

July 23, 2018

Ensuring an efficient energy transition with Hydro-Québec

Learn more about the energy transition of Montréal businesses with Hydro-Québec.

Energy Transition

July 20, 2018

L'Expertise d'Air Canada

CPTPP: unique conditions for breaking into new markets

Access to a market of half a billion people and the opening of a new flight to Tokyo encourage our companies' export projects.

Internationalization

July 19, 2018

The educational benefits of giving teens a summer job

When you give a young person a good summer job, you allow them to develop useful skills that help them in school.

Student Retention and Volunteering

By Virginie LeFrançois, Réseau réussite Montréal , July 12, 2018

Language pairing: a program with community benefits

Discover how the CCMM’s Language Pairing Program is having a positive impact on communities.

Workforce

July 6, 2018

- L'expertise de Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton

2017 U.S. tax form: What’s changed for exporters.

Do you export to the U.S., and are you subject to U.S. taxes? You may be affected by the 2017 U.S. tax reform.

Internationalization

By Olivier Gariépy, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, July 6, 2018

Next season’s programming unveiled

Fall will be a busy season at the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal.

July 4, 2018

Stand out as an employer with a group insurance plan

Group insurance is a major asset for employee retention. As with any business decision, take the time to carefully assess your options.

Workforce

June 22, 2018

Mission Japan: participants report back

See the first economic mission led by Mayor Valérie Plante in pictures.

Internationalization

June 21, 2018

How to export to Japan?

Thinking about exporting to Asia, more specifically to Japan? Here are some tips that are essential for the success of your project.

Internationalization

June 18, 2018

- L'Expertise de SIEMENS

Industry 4.0: be prepared!

Digitalization should not be feared. It should be embraced as it opens up new business opportunities and ways to satisfy customer requirements more efficiently.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

By Joris Myny, vice-président principal, Siemens , June 15, 2018

The UQAM community takes action for mobility!

Learn more about UQAM’s new mobility measures!

Energy Transition

June 15, 2018

- L’expertise d’Ubisoft

Ubisoft Lumen: helping techno-creative businesses get to the next level

Mentorship, partnership, financial investment: the program’s 3 pillars are a springboard for our local talent.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

June 8, 2018

Three highlights from Régis Labeaume’s speech to the CCMM

Québec City Mayor Régis Labeaume made his first speech to the Chamber in 10 years in office. Here are three highlights from that speech.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

June 8, 2018

Third edition of the study Comparer Montréal

Discover how Montréal distinguishes itself and compares to other North American cities.

Internationalization

June 7, 2018

The city gets a new direct flight!

See images of the inaugural direct flight between Montréal and Tokyo with Valérie Plante and Michel Leblanc!

Internationalization

June 1, 2018

10 together

Learn about the awareness campaign by Montréal’s 10 university institutions: 10 together!

Workforce

June 1, 2018

- Revue Gestion

L’art du recul (In French only)

Dans une société où tout s’enchaîne à un rythme effréné, la performance est souvent associée à rapidité, vitesse et productivité.

Leadership

By Mathieu Legault, Revue Gestion, May 25, 2018

Voyagez Futé et MOBA

Cycling season: how do you increase employee productivity?

Cycling reduces employee stress and fatigue, increasing productivity. How can you motivate them to bike more?

Energy Transition

By Émilie Joly, Voyagez Futé et MOBA, May 18, 2018

Hannover Messe: a look back at a first!

Relive the highlights of the trade mission to Hannover Messe in images.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

May 18, 2018

Three ways to pursue the expansion of the Port of Montreal

Learn more about the speech by Sylvie Vachon, president and CEO of the Montreal Port Authority.

Infrastructure

May 18, 2018

Manufacturing companies and customer relations in the era of Industry 4.0

The era of Industry 4.0 is transforming the manufacturing sector. Discover how this influences customer experience in companies in the field.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

May 11, 2018

Three takeaways from Philippe Couillard’s speech before the CCMM

Philippe Couillard reviewed his performance as Québec Premier speaking before the CCMM. Here are three highlights from his speech.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

May 11, 2018

Iran: Why you should make it your export destination

Lifting of sanctions and Iran’s positive economic growth make it an ideal business investment opportunity. Read to learn why you should export to Iran.

Internationalization

By Maral Saghaei-Dehkordi, Conseil du commerce Iran - Canada, May 9, 2018

Our manufacturing companies at Hannover Messe

3D printers, robot soccer match, inspiring companies: watch the high points of this unique trade mission!

Internationalization

May 7, 2018

New tools for Industry 4.0

Discover essential new technologies for local manufacturers.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

May 4, 2018

Three messages to retain from our Forum, “Montréal: alive with the international”

Over 500 participants gathered to hear experts address the importance of internationalization for the city’s economy

Internationalization

May 4, 2018

Aéroports de Montréal

Montréal-Trudeau: meeting the sustainable mobility challenge

Aéroports de Montréal (ADM) is making great efforts to facilitate commuting and encourage the use of alternative means of transportation.

Infrastructure

By Chantal Deleuil, Aéroports de Montréal, May 3, 2018

Labour challenges in the aerospace sector

Explore the challenges and employment opportunities in Québec’s aerospace sector

Workforce

April 27, 2018

Five highlights from David Heurtel’s visit to the Chamber

Immigration is a key issue for the city. Learn about the provincial government’s vision on challenges to tackle and solutions under consideration.

Workforce

April 20, 2018

Three things to remember from Valérie Plante’s speech to the CCMM

Mayor Valérie Plante presented her economic development strategy. Here are three key aspects of it.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

April 17, 2018

Looking for work? Here’s how to make a good impression on the phone.

Here are five tips that will help you make a good impression on the phone when looking for a job.

Workforce

April 16, 2018

Here are some essential ingredients for successful participation in a trade show

Tips and mistakes to avoid to prepare yourself for this specific sales environment.

Business Development

April 13, 2018

Montréal on the international stage

Improve collaboration between your teams thanks to this activity on cross-cultural misunderstandings.

Internationalization

April 13, 2018

Hannover Messe: the largest industrial technology trade show in the world

Learn more about this trade show that 22 Quebec businesses will participate in.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

April 13, 2018

Montréal: An outside perspective on major projects

Discover Lyon-based company Pylotis’s thoughts on Montréal’s major projects.

Infrastructure

April 6, 2018

The 2018-2019 Quebec Economic Plan

Learn more about Finance Minister Carlos Leitão’s speech at the Chamber

Taxation and Economics

April 6, 2018

Cross-cultural misunderstandings: How can you help your managers resolve them?

Improve collaboration between your teams thanks to this activity on cross-cultural misunderstandings.

Workforce

April 6, 2018

Highlights of Quebec’s 2018-2019 budget

Learn which measures to take away from Quebec’s 2018 budget for the prosperity of the city and its businesses.

Taxation and Economics

April 6, 2018

Three things to retain from CCMM’s 2018 Major Projects Forum

The CCMM hosted its 12th annual Major Projects Strategic Forum on March 23. Here are three things to retain from this event.

Infrastructure

April 6, 2018

How to create sustainable and profitable business relations?

How can you build good relations through networking? With a new method called “Business Clans.”

Business Development

March 29, 2018

A look at what’s ahead in the future of business, technology and design

Get the facts on the seven trends that will have an impact on your business environment.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

By Fabiana A. Pereira, Accenture, March 29, 2018

Your next intern could be a high-performance athlete

Because there’s life after competition. Because alongside their careers, many athletes are also training to join the business world.

Workforce

March 23, 2018

3 key steps for a successful start in e-commerce

In 2017, 6 out of 10 Quebecers shopped online. Today, a transactional website is a must for retailers. Here’s how to get started.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

March 23, 2018

Four things to retain from Alain Brunet’s visit to the Chamber

Learn more about the SAQ’s issues and challenges

Leadership

March 23, 2018

Take advantage of knowing everything about your competitors

How well do you know your competitors? Have you met them? Knowing everything about them gives you a leg up and helps you stand out.

Business Development

March 16, 2018

Expanding the port in Contrecœur: a decisive project for one of the city’s key players

The expansion project for the port terminal in Contrecœur is crucial to maximize the port of Montréal’s potential.

Infrastructure

March 16, 2018

The challenges of the digital age: informing, enlightening and entertaining

What role must a public broadcaster play for the dissemination of information and culture in 2018? CBC’s Michel Bissonnette shares his answers.

Leadership

March 16, 2018

Paris FinTech Forum: diving into an in-demand market

Overview of a trade mission that allowed Quebec FinTech organizations to get a foothold in Europe.

Internationalization

March 16, 2018

The Montréal of tomorrow

Discover the major projects that will redefine Montréal for years to come!

Infrastructure

March 9, 2018

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