Imagining the future. Multiplying impact. Inspiring the next 40 years.
CRIM is proud to unveil the very first COEFLAB IA, a large-scale event that will bring together Quebec’s artificial intelligence innovation ecosystem on March 26, 2026, at its premises in the Parc-Extension district of Montreal.
Designed as a meeting place between science and everyday life, COEFLAB IA will bring together decision-makers, professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers and students around a common ambition: to imagine the future of AI, multiply its concrete impact and inspire the next 40 years.
A flagship event for Quebec’s AI ecosystem
Through inspiring conferences, project presentations, meetings and dynamic pitches spread over two stages, COEFLAB IA aims to create rich exchanges between research, concrete applications and societal issues.
This event is also part of a symbolic moment: it closes CRIM’s 40ᵉ anniversary year, celebrating four decades of innovations in artificial intelligence at the service of Quebec society.
What to expect at COEFLAB IA
COEFLAB IA has been designed to match our home-grown talent and boldness. Highlights include
- A full day of exchanges and inspiration around AI
- Speakers recognized for their leadership, vision and expertise
- Encounters between science and practical applications
- Networking opportunities and business development support
- Privileged access to CRIM scientists for direct exchanges.
First speakers unveiled
The first COEFLAB IA speakers bring together complementary expertise at the crossroads of technology, data analysis and the humanities.
Philippe Desaulniers, CTO of field hockey analytics for the Montreal Canadiens Hockey Club, uses artificial intelligence and advanced data analysis to support decision-making in professional sports.
Pierrich Plusquellec, co-founder and CEO ofEmoScienS, is also an associate professor at the Université de Montréal’s School of Psychoeducation and a researcher at the Institut universitaire en santé mentale de Montréal Research Center, where his work focuses on non-verbal communication, stress and the responsible use of AI technologies for human well-being.
Practical information
- Date: March 26, 2026
- Location: CRIM, Parc-Extension, Montréal
- Target audience: decision-makers, business leaders, politicians, professionals, researchers and students.
Registration is now open.
Buy your pass for COEFLAB IA today and take advantage of the pre-sale rate(*until February 20, 2026)!
