The economic development plan in support of the business community calls for a deployment over four years, across five high-potential sectors with five pillars: talent, entrepreneurship, economic hubs, internationalization of businesses, and dynamic business networks.

This action plan is aimed at encouraging innovative initiatives that benefit the broader community by supporting social economy businesses (mutuals and cooperatives), NPOs, and private entrepreneurship for social purposes.

Montréal is being called upon to reinforce its position on the international stage in response to global economic integration and the increasingly rapid pace of technological change.

The objective of the Action Plan for an Efficient Network is to improve the city’s business environment by promoting the growth of businesses and facilitating their adaptation to technological changes and new business models.

The Montréal Indigenous Community Network (NETWORK) is collecting data to understand more about the realities of the First Nations in the Montréal community. Data gives them the chance to set their own priorities and communicate their own needs.

Local economic development in Montréal is supported under agreements with various levels of government based on established priorities. The city issues an annual report on its achievements.

Research, university know-how and innovation constitute drivers of economic development. It’s vital that we highlight them and support the development of local talent.

Highlighting Montréal’s economic potential is essential.The city’s action plan is aimed at developing an integrated and sustainable vision of employment zones in order to stimulate the economy while ensuring that residents can maintain their quality of life.

The Laboratoire d’innovation civique pour l’expérimentation réglementaire is a participatory space that supports mobility and food security initiatives. Its objective is to help local legislation evolve in order to promote social innovation in Montréal.

The Cantine pour tous is developing an online platform for kitchen space and equipment to benefit vulnerable Montrealers. Food production organizations can increase the number of meals they prepare to feed vulnerable communities.