On September 16–17, ALL IN will once again shine a spotlight on Canada's innovation ecosystem at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, with a fourth edition set to be the most ambitious in the event's history.
In 2026, ALL IN reaches a new milestone with an expanded program, more hands-on demonstrations, an unprecedented international presence, and a range of new features designed to maximize the attendee experience, all while continuing its mission of providing a world-class platform for Canadian innovation.
Here's a look at what's new for ALL IN 2026.
1. An Even Richer Program
This year, the 7,500 industry leaders, researchers, entrepreneurs, investors, and government decision-makers attending ALL IN will experience an expanded lineup of keynote presentations, panel discussions, live demonstrations, workshops, and networking activities designed to spark meaningful conversations and drive real business outcomes.
The Agora and Forum stages will feature content across five key content tracks shaping the future of artificial intelligence:
- AI & Society
- Applied AI & Enterprise Transformation
- AI at the Frontier
- AI, Data & Infrastructure
- Physical AI & Robotics
This edition also marks the return of the ALL IN Talks and AI Sessions stages, where industry experts, technology providers, and pioneering organizations will share real-world use cases, lessons learned, and best practices to help organizations accelerate AI adoption.
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2. Explore Canada's Innovation Ecosystem: The Return of the AI Tours
This year, the program will once again feature four AI Tours, guided experiences designed to help attendees explore Canada's AI ecosystem based on their interests and business objectives.
AI Tour: Research Pioneers
Meet the organizations and researchers driving Canada's global leadership in artificial intelligence research.
AI Tour: Custom AI Services
Connect with technological providers that design and deploy tailored AI solutions to address the unique needs of organizations across a wide range of industries. Discover how their expertise transforms business challenges into practical AI projects.
AI Tour: Ready-to-Deploy AI Solutions
Explore AI solutions that are already developed and ready to be implemented to address real-world business needs.
AI Tour: AI Adopters' Experiences & Lessons Learned
Learn from organizations that have adopted AI, from their first initiatives to the challenges they encountered along the way. Gain practical insights and lessons to help guide your own AI journey.
These guided tours provide a simple and structured way to navigate the event, connect with the organizations most relevant to your business objectives, and discover the breadth of Canada's AI ecosystem.
Registered participants will be able to reserve their spot on AI Tours through the ALL IN app.
3. More Live Demonstrations & Immersive Experiences
This year, ALL IN partners are taking the attendee experience even further with hands-on technology demonstrations, immersive experiences, and exclusive activations throughout the exhibition floor. Expect live showcases, interactive experiences, and a few surprises created especially for this fourth edition.
ALL IN 2026 will also feature an expanded number of partner pavilions, each offering its own programming with presentations, discussions, and demonstrations focused on key AI and technology topics. Complementing ALL IN's four main stages, these spaces will provide even more opportunities to explore innovations, discover real-world applications, and engage directly with the organizations shaping the future of AI.
Beyond the exhibition floor, partners will host workshops, live demonstrations, private meetings, guided visits, panel discussions, and exclusive networking events throughout the event. Participants who have created their profile in the ALL IN app will be able to reserve their spot for these activities before the event. As capacity is limited, some activities may fill up quickly.
Leading organizations, including AMD, Bell AI Fabric, Buzz HPC, Cohere, DELL, Deloitte, Google, Hypertec, Lenovo, Mila, Mistral, MoovAI, OpenText, Qohash, Scale AI, TELUS, the United Arab Emirates, and many more, will present exclusive programming throughout the event, offering attendees unique opportunities to learn from industry experts, experience cutting-edge technologies firsthand, and expand their professional network.
Get your ticket today and secure your spot for these exclusive experiences through the official ALL IN app.
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4. Real-World AI Solutions: Three AI Challenges Tackling Today's Biggest Issues
Following the success of the AI Challenges in 2025, the initiative returns with three new challenges focused on solving real-world problems through artificial intelligence.
After an open call that attracted hundreds of submissions, a select group of finalist companies has been chosen to showcase their solutions at ALL IN 2026 as part of three AI Challenges:
- Reinventing the Citizen Experience, presented by the City of Montréal
- Smart Cities
- AI for Real Impact: Germany × Canada, presented by Germany, Country of Honour
On September 16–17, finalists will take the stage to present their innovations to the ALL IN 2026 audience and a jury of industry experts and business leaders, demonstrating how AI can deliver practical solutions to today's most pressing challenges.
5. The Startup Zone: Discover Tomorrow's AI Innovations
Selected from more than 330 applications submitted from across Canada, the 100 AI startups chosen to participate in ALL IN 2026 represent some of the country's most promising innovators. Throughout the event, they will showcase their technologies, connect with investors, engage with enterprise leaders, and build new business partnerships.
For this edition, the Startup Zone has been reimagined and expanded into two dedicated areas, increasing visibility for participating companies while creating even more opportunities to connect with investors, large organizations, and attendees. The new layout will improve visitor flow, enable more live demonstrations, and foster meaningful business meetings throughout the event.
Explore the Top 100 AI Startups and learn more about this exceptional selection in the official announcement press release.
6. Showcasing Canadian Leadership: Germany as Country of Honour & a Stronger International Presence
ALL IN continues to strengthen its position as a premier global gathering dedicated to showcasing Canada's leadership in AI and technology on the international stage.
In 2026, Germany joins ALL IN as the Country of Honour, following a year marked by stronger economic ties and increased collaboration between Canada and one of its key strategic partners. German business leaders, innovators, researchers, and government representatives will join Canada's AI ecosystem to foster new partnerships and explore opportunities in artificial intelligence, industrial innovation, and digital transformation.
ALL IN 2026 will also welcome a growing number of international delegations, reflecting the increasing global interest in Canada's AI and technology ecosystem. Organizations from around the world are looking to collaborate with an ecosystem recognized for its research excellence, technological leadership, and responsible approach to innovation.
This growing international participation reinforces ALL IN's role as a leading platform for global delegations seeking to discover the companies shaping the future of AI and technology, connect with Canada's innovation ecosystem, and explore new opportunities for investment, collaboration, and business growth.
7. More Spaces Designed for Meaningful Connections
ALL IN 2026 will feature even more spaces dedicated to networking, with a variety of environments designed to support different types of meetings and conversations.
In addition to meeting areas located throughout the exhibition floor, several new networking spaces will be strategically positioned outside the main hall, making it easier for attendees to connect throughout the event.
The new VIP Lounge, presented by Cohere, will welcome partners, speakers, and invited guests in an exclusive setting designed for strategic discussions, relationship building, and high-value networking.
A dedicated Media Lounge will also be available for the 120+ journalists attending ALL IN, featuring interview spaces where media representatives can connect with leaders from Canada's AI and technology ecosystem.
8. A Reimagined Attendee Journey
To enhance the experience from the moment attendees arrive, the accreditation process has been redesigned to reduce wait times and provide a smoother welcome for the thousands of participants expected at ALL IN 2026.
Once inside, attendees will discover a reimagined exhibition floor designed to provide more space for exhibitors, technology demonstrations, and interactive experiences while improving visitor flow throughout the venue.
The new layout will create even more opportunities to discover the innovations shaping the future of artificial intelligence and connect with the organizations driving them forward.
9. An Enhanced App for a Seamless Event Experience
More than just a networking and meeting platform, the official ALL IN app, powered by Swapcard, will help attendees make the most of their experience by allowing them to:
- Explore the full event agenda and confirmed speakers
- Reserve their spot for exclusive partner activities and AI Tours
- Build a personalized event schedule
- Discover partner organizations and their offerings
- [New]: Navigate the venue with an interactive event map
- [New]: Explore Off Events organized by members of Canada's AI and technology ecosystem outside the official program
Designed as an all-in-one event companion, the ALL IN app is available to all registered attendees and is built to enhance every aspect of the on-site experience.
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10. A Food Experience Worthy of ALL IN
The Montréal Market returns for ALL IN 2026 with an enhanced dining experience designed to keep attendees energized throughout the event. Expect a refreshed selection of food options, faster service, and greater variety to suit every taste.
Attendees will enjoy:
- L'Express, featuring convenient grab-and-go meals
- Expanded seating areas, including a new bright and welcoming space for lunch, informal meetings, and conversations
- Specialty food concessions inspired by some of Montréal's most iconic culinary destinations
- Two Café Soleil locations offering coffee, beverages, snacks, and light meals throughout the venue, reducing wait times and providing quick access to refreshments all day long
