19th Edition – March 17, 2026

HEC Montréal – Édifice Hélène-Desmarais

This edition is now over. 

Thank you!

DATAVORE IS BACK
for its 19th year

On March 17, 2026, we are offering you a day of inspiration, learning, and networking at the heart of the data and artificial intelligence ecosystem.

 The event will be hosted by Chloé-Anne Touma, editor-in-chief of Culturemania and a columnist on the program Moteur de recherche on ICI Première.

HONORARY PRESIDENT

We are proud to announce that Ms. Anne Nguyen, Senior Director responsible for artificial intelligence at the Quebec Innovation Council, will be the Honorary Chair of Datavore 2026.

A dedicated leader, Anne Nguyen has been building an impressive career for many years, where innovation, inclusion, and humanity take center stage. Trained in Business Analytics at Harvard Business School and certified in Product Management, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and management, she stands out as much for her expertise as for her modern and responsible vision of digital transformation.

Deeply involved in promoting women in science, notably as Chair of the Board of Les Scientifines, she helps advance Québec’s technology ecosystem with rigor, passion, and a strong sense of community.

We are honored to rely on her leadership and vision for this 19th edition of Datavore.

you will walk away with

A clear vision of the future of BI and analytics in the era of LLMs, along with concrete avenues to adapt your practices.

You’ll gain innovative, practical solutions to address challenges related to data quality, confidentiality, and governance.

You’ll also make valuable connections with key players in the field — experts, providers, and visionary organizations.

And above all, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how data becomes a strategic lever for innovation and long-term performance.

why reserve your spot?

you will walk away with

A clear vision of the future of BI and analytics in the era of LLMs, along with concrete avenues to adapt your practices.

You’ll gain innovative, practical solutions to address challenges related to data quality, confidentiality, and governance.

You’ll also make valuable connections with key players in the field — experts, providers, and visionary organizations.

And above all, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of how data becomes a strategic lever for innovation and long-term performance.

Schedule
Horaire Amphithéâtre HEC – capacité 296 places
8h00-8h30 Accueil des participants
8h30-9h00 Mot de bienvenue
9h00-9h40 The Next Golden Age of Data & Analytics: Thriving in the Era of AI-Accelerated Intelligence
9h40-10h00 Pause réseautage
10h00-10h25 Culture et littératie de données: engagez votre communauté de données. L'exemple de Beneva avec son "DataFest"
10h30-10h55 Parler à nos données : le succès d’un agent BI ne dépend pas de la technologie Maîtriser le français à l'ère de l'intelligence artificielle: un avantage stratégique
10h55-11h10 Pause réseautage
11h10-12h00 L’avenir de la BI et de l’analytique à l’ère de l’IA et des LLM
12h00-13h00 Pause dîner Dîner-causerie - Syntell: MLOps, de zéro à héros
13h15-13h55 COFOMO: IA et données: les deux piliers du succès des projets agentiques
14h00-14h40 Données non structurées : le carburant de l’IA… et l’angle mort de la gouvernance
14h10-15h10 COFOMO: rencontrez les experts
14h45-15h10 SBI Canada - Arrêtez de déplacer vos données: voici l'architecture unifiée
15h10-15h30 Pause réseautage
15h30-16h30 Données et souveraineté : reprenons le contrôle de notre avenir numérique
16h30-18h00 Databière

why reserve your spot?

why reserve your spot?

Ideas change fast. Organizations do too.

Take a day to get inspired, learn, and connect with those who are shaping the world of data — now it’s your turn!

our expertise

Behind Datavore, there is first and foremost a community of enthusiasts. Since 1976, Réseau Action TI has been building bridges between professionals, researchers, and visionaries in information technology. Guided by an organizing committee composed of volunteer experts from the technology and business sectors, we bring together each year those who are shaping the future of data for a day of exchange, discovery, and collective innovation.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Présidente du comité organisateur de Datavore, Mme Sonia Montserrat

Sonia 

Montserrat

Senior Director, Consulting Group, Artificial Intelligence

Videns, propulsée par Cofomo.

Chair of the Committee
Membre du comité organisateur de Datavore

Antoine

Ayoub

Cofounder

Le Wagon

Membre du comité organisateur de Datavore

Julie

Bellemare

Business Relationships

GO HR

Membre du comité organisateur de Datavore

Simon

Charest

Senior Manager, Data and Analytics

VIA Rail

Francoys

Labonté

President and CEO

CRIM

Membre du comité organisateur de Datavore

Luc

Leblanc

Leader in Digital Transformation | Human-Centered Innovation

Merisier Management

Membre du comité organisateur de Datavore

Francis

Marchal

President and Chief Executive Officer

AQIII

Membre du comité organisateur de Datavore

Christian

Marcotte

Senior Director – Application Systems and Data Analytics

Innergex

Membre du comité organisateur de Datavore

Thomas

Plourde

Senior BI Developer

Interlcom|Dragonfly

Membre du comité organisateur de Datavore

Emmanuel

Thoorens

Executive Director

KPMG Canada

nos partenaires

Partenaire visionnaire

Partenaires collaborateurs

Partenaire soutien

Partenaires contributeurs

Partenaires médias

SECTION

FAQ

Because Datavore is the meeting point for data and artificial intelligence professionals in Quebec. In just one day, you gain access to practical conferences, panels, and workshops that help you better understand, structure, and leverage your data—all while networking with key players in the field.

Datavore is for anyone who works with data: analysts, IT managers, data scientists, architects, innovation leaders, researchers, students, and decision-makers. Everyone will find content tailored to their level and organizational reality.

No. Conferences and panels are designed to make concepts accessible and applicable, whether you are a strategist, manager, or technologist. Datavore is, above all, a bridge between technical know-how and strategic vision.

  • A clear vision of major trends in analytics and artificial intelligence.
  • Practical solutions to improve your processes, governance, and performance.
  • Enriching meetings with experts, partners, and decision-makers in the sector.
  • Tangible inspiration for your projects and professional development.

Because Datavore is organized by Réseau Action TI, a trusted reference in the field since 1976, and supported by a volunteer organizing committee of experts. Each theme, speaker, and panel is carefully selected to provide an experience that is credible, up-to-date, and connected to the Quebec context.

Even half a day at Datavore can transform your approach to data. You can plan your schedule according to your topics of interest—and take advantage of networking opportunities to maximize your participation.

Yes. Registration has been open since November 26, and spots fill up quickly every year. There are 230 spots available. We recommend registering as soon as it opens to secure your place.

To benefit from the member rate, simply join Réseau Action TI by subscribing to an annual membership. This membership allows you to enjoy preferential rates on all our activities, including Datavore, as well as many other benefits. Discover them here: Avantages membres.

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