AI Community Days Montréal 2026

Overview

AI Community Days (AICD) Montréal 2026 is a bilingual community event designed to make artificial intelligence more accessible, practical, and useful in everyday work. The event is organized by and for the local AI community, inviting professionals from IT, development, architecture, analytics, and leadership roles, as well as students and enthusiasts, to learn together, share experiences, and leave with concrete ideas that can be applied immediately. The gathering emphasizes a practical, open, and community-driven approach with sessions offered in both French and English to maximize accessibility and exchange.

Program and format

The 2026 program comprises two complementary days. On June 17, 2026, the event focuses on hands-on workshops that delve into tools, methods, and practical techniques, enabling attendees to experiment, build, and walk away with tangible skills. June 18, 2026 features a conference day with talks, real-world case studies, panel discussions, and networking opportunities to explore ideas, compare approaches, and connect with peers and leaders in the AI space. The content covers trends, governance, responsible AI, data, agents and copilots, and the adoption and transformation of work practices through AI.

What to expect

Attendees will find:

• Expert sessions and talks on AI trends, methods, and applications
• Hands-on, practical workshops designed to accelerate learning through doing
• Real-world project retours d’experience highlighting successes, challenges, and lessons learned
• Governance and responsible AI topics to address policy, ethics, and risk
• Networking opportunities with peers, practitioners, and community leaders
• Showcasing local initiatives and projects to inspire further work in Montréal’s AI ecosystem

Why participate

The event provides a fast, concrete learning path with actionable content and a chance to compare approaches across technical teams, business units, and training. It is also a chance to meet Montréal’s AI and Microsoft communities and to grow professional skills in areas that already impact daily work. The program emphasizes an open, inclusive community focused on knowledge sharing, collaboration, and practical outcomes that attendees can apply in their own contexts.

Languages and accessibility

Sessions can be offered in French or English, with the program indicating the language of each session. This bilingual approach aims to maximize accessibility and the richness of conversations within Montréal’s natural bilingual context.

Location and dates

The event takes place at Microsoft Montréal in Montreal, QC, Canada on June 17–18, 2026. It is an in-person event with an emphasis on local engagement and global knowledge exchange. Registration opens prior to the event, and detailed schedules, speaker rosters, and session topics are provided through the official AICD Montréal pages and the Sessionize call for speakers. The event welcomes attendees from across the AI and tech communities seeking hands-on learning, practical insights, and meaningful networking opportunities.