Octas 2025
ABOUT THE CONTEST
Organized every year since 1987 by the Réseau Action TI, the OCTAS Contest aims to reward excellence and innovation in the field of IT throughout Quebec.
The OCTAS Contest is open to all organizations that have worked on an innovative IT initiative and wish to recognize it. Since its launch, nearly 3,300 projects have been submitted and more than 500 organizations have won an OCTAS award!
The OCTAS Contest is a unique opportunity to showcase remarquable IT projects and celebrate the exceptional talent behind these achievements, from emerging companies to large corporations.
KEY STEPS
Application process
You have until March 7, 2025, 5 p.m . to submit your application for the OCTAS 2025 Contest. With our simplified form, it’s easier than ever to showcase your efforts!
NEW! Starting this year, you can submit your application in video format, if you wish.
Announcing the finalists
It is with great enthusiasm that the finalists will be announced to the general public by way of a press release on April 22, 2025.
Voting period for the People’s Choice Award
From April 22 to May 6, 2025, the general public will have the chance to vote for their favorite project among the finalists. It could be yours!
OCTAS Event
The winners of the OCTAS Contest will be celebrated and rewarded at the prestigious OCTAS Event on May 22, 2025.
NEED SUPPORT?
We’re here to help! As a participant in the OCTAS Contest, you will benefit from the support of a mentor. In addition, our team is here to answer all your questions: octas@actionti.com
BECOME AN OCTAS PARTNER
Would you like to involve your organization in this new edition of the OCTAS Contest and the awards ceremony?
Elevate your position in the industry by becoming an OCTAS partner! Several exposure opportunities are available to you.
Contact us for more information: octas@actionti.com



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ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Kinga Ene
Chair of the Committee
Assistant Director, Optimization of Property and Casualty Insurance Solutions | Beneva
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Martin Bélanger
Vice-Chair of the Committee
Associate, Major Account Development | Levio
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Miguel Turcotte
Head of the jury committee
IT Director | Spectra Premium – Mobility Solution
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Anne Marchiori
Head of the Partnership Committee
Vice-President, Business Development | Alithya
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Éric Marcoux
Committee Member
Vice President IT | Beneva
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MENTOR COMMITTEE

Jean Fahmy
Vice President, Digital |CSL Group

Linda Linise
Executive Director | Helping

Jean Dion
Systems Specialist | Rubrik

Mathieu Messier
Marketing Domain Architect | BNC

Éric Levac
Chief Technology Officer | Alice POS
AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE

Doris Munoz
Senior Director – IT, Commercial Insurance & Corporate Services | Beneva

Guy Côté
Member Services Coordinator | AQT

Nada Kharrague
Data and AI Sales Specialist | IBM

Jean Dion
Systems Specialist | Rubrik

Alain Pierre
President | GeekEmpower

Hélène Fortier
Partnership Officer | NSERC
PARTNERSHIP COMMITTEE

Anne Marchiori
Vice-President, Business Development | Alithya

Éric Marcoux
Vice President IT | Beneva

André Gagné
CEO | GFT Canada

