August 28, 2026 · Espace Ax.c, Montréal
Women. Leadership. AI.
Building the future of organizations.
Together.
The gathering of women leaders, founders and innovators shaping the next era of organizational transformation.
The movement
The AI revolution is not first and foremost technological. It is human.
And tomorrow's organizations are shaped by the decisions you make today.
Who is Catalyse Collective for?
Catalyse Collective brings together the women who are actively shaping the future of their organization, their team or their company.
Leaders in role.
Executives, vice-presidents and directors navigating the strategic, regulatory and human stakes of transformation.
Founders and entrepreneurs.
Leading their own company or serving regulated industries, they want to harness AI without depending on a large technology team.
HR, learning and transformation leaders.
Responsible for skills development, the adoption of new practices and guiding change in a context of technological acceleration.
A gathering that speaks your language
Catalyse Collective approaches AI through the lens of leadership, strategy and organizational transformation. Here, no needless technical jargon : concrete conversations, applicable perspectives and exchanges between leaders who share the same challenges.
Members of technology teams are also welcome to enrich the dialogue and contribute to a shared vision of transformation.
- A framework for deciding. Make AI a business lever, not a technical headache.
- A head start. Shadow AI, cybersecurity, Law 25 : understand before it becomes a crisis.
- Connections that last. 300 women leaders, one room, connections that carry on.
One day, three pillars
Leadership, artificial intelligence and transformation. A program worthy of the women who lead, from the largest organizations to the smallest. Without technical jargon.
Leadership.
You already lead. Here, you also lead your organization's AI transformation.
Artificial intelligence.
No theory. Concrete decisions you can act on the very next day.
Transformation.
AI is reshaping your operations, your teams, your market. You leave ready.
How the day unfolds
August 28, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Welcome and coffee
- 8:30 a.m. to 8:40 a.m. Opening address Ruth Vachon, Chief Executive Officer, Réseau des Femmes d'affaires du Québec
- 8:40 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Why Catalyse Collective? Vision and intention for the day Louise Bergeron, Founder of Catalyse Collective
- 8:45 a.m. to 9:40 a.m. AI and the skills of the future : why women must be at the heart of decisions Tania Saba · Caroline Neas · Paula Ceballos See the details
- 9:45 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. Generative AI : who is responsible when it goes off the rails ? Emerging risks, governance and accountability Joé T. Martineau · Elodie Meyer · Emeline Manson See the details
- 10:40 a.m. to 11 a.m. Exhibitor break
- 11 a.m. Inspiration panel With no tech background, they are reinventing their industry with AI Cléo Maheux · Rachelle Séguin · Marie Lavoie · Lin Sok See the details
- 12 p.m. Lunch and networking
- 1:15 p.m. Strength from the field : innovation carried by the teams Kathy Malas See the details
- 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. Parallel workshops Three simultaneous workshops, you choose yours. See the details
- 3:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Exhibitor break
- 3:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. Plenary debrief Key takeaways from each workshop shared with all participants.
- 3:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Closing keynote What will YOU dare? To close this first edition of Catalyse Collective, a return to what matters most: the courage to move from intention to action. Zoonie Nguyen, Executive producer and co-director of the documentary How She Dares, WeDo Canada Québec ambassador
- 4:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closing session
A program carried by recognized leaders in leadership, AI and regulated sectors.
An immersive day, designed down to the smallest detail
The venue, the access, the meals, the networking app, the simultaneous translation : everything is in place so you can fully experience August 28. Every detail is designed to foster the encounters, ideas and connections that last.
An exceptional venue.
Espace Ax.c, at Place Square-Victoria.
Easy to reach.
Connected to the Square-Victoria-OACI metro, indoor parking on site.
Bilingualism without barriers.
Simultaneous translation FR / EN included.
A networking app.
Connect before, during and after the day.
Lunch included.
Around the table, time to extend the conversations.
Espace Ax.c
800, rue du Square-Victoria, Montréal
Opened in 2025, a brand-new, world-class innovation hub built to grow, innovate and collaborate. The ideal setting for a day where ideas, encounters and transformation come together.
View on Google MapsAlt Hotel Griffintown
The Alt Hotel Griffintown, just steps from Espace Ax.c, offers an exclusive rate negotiated specially for Catalyse Collective 2026 participants. Stay on site, arrive rested, leave inspired, just a short walk away.
Reserve your spot
Spots for the first edition are limited to 300. Reserve yours.
- The full day of August 28, 2026
- Simultaneous translation FR ↔ EN included
- Swapcard networking app
- Lunch included
Transformation is led as a team. Group rates from 4 people in the same organization.
A preferential rate is offered to non-profit organizations, write to us.
Align your brand with the first edition
300 women leaders from the sectors most regulated and most transformed by AI. One day. One relationship.
Direct access.
300 women leaders gathered for the first time, an audience profile that exists nowhere else in Quebec.
Amplified reach.
More than 100,000 people reached through our distribution partners.
The founding moment.
First editions define the organizations that mark a movement from the very start. Your presence places yours at the heart of the conversations that will shape the years ahead.
Founding partners
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Pillar
Activator
Collective Circle
Accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Who is Catalyse Collective for?
For the women who lead : leaders in role, founders and entrepreneurs, HR and transformation leaders, in regulated sectors.
Is the event exclusively for women?
Catalyse Collective is designed for and by women leaders. Anyone who identifies as a woman and works in a leadership, founder or innovation role is welcome.
Is the content meant for technical teams?
No. Catalyse Collective is for the leaders who decide. We talk business stakes and organizational transformation, without technical jargon. Your technical colleagues are welcome to gauge the impact.
Is the event bilingual?
Yes. The day takes place in French and English, with simultaneous translation included.
I am coming from outside Montréal, is there accommodation?
Yes. Nearby options, with preferential rates, will be proposed to you. [ Détails à venir ]
What does my ticket include?
Access to the full day, the networking app, simultaneous translation and lunch.
How do I reserve my tickets?
Go to the Tickets section or click on « Reserve my spot ».
Can I come with my team?
Yes. Group rates are offered from 4 people in the same organization.
Do you offer a rate for non-profits?
Yes. A preferential rate is offered to non-profit organizations. Write to us at info@catalysecollective.com.
How do I become a partner?
Visit the Partnership section or write to us : every partnership is built in conversation.
Do you represent a media outlet?
Write to us at info@catalysecollective.com.
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