MAIN is reviving an open forum for discussion within Quebec’s startup ecosystem
Published on December 5, 2024
The Quebec startup ecosystem is evolving, and it is more important than ever for its stakeholders to be able to communicate freely with one another, without intermediaries. MAIN will now manage the Slack channel formerly supported by Québec Tech, an open forum that brings together more than 3,000 community members.
Since its creation in 2019 by Bonjour Startup Montréal, this digital space has served as a forum for entrepreneurs, support professionals, mentors, experts, and other stakeholders in the ecosystem, fostering knowledge sharing, collaboration, and meaningful connections.
This transfer of responsibility is part of the evolution of Startup Montréal’s mandate toward Québec Tech. MAIN had already taken over some of Québec Tech’s responsibilities for fostering the ecosystem, including the monthly information sessions. It is therefore by mutual agreement and in the spirit of continuity that MAIN is taking over from Québec Tech for the administrative management of this collaborative space.
Key Infrastructure for a Dynamic Ecosystem
By committing to preserving and enhancing this open communication infrastructure, MAIN also aims to contribute to its sustainability and relevance. The goal is to make it even more useful and engaging for members by facilitating exchanges and ensuring that the information circulating in this space is linked to the right resources.
“Slack is much more than just a communication tool. It’s a fundamental part of the infrastructure of Quebec’s startup ecosystem. Direct peer-to-peer communication and unexpected encounters are among the factors that most contribute to giving entrepreneurs the courage to take risks. This space offers a simple and effective way for everyone to share essential information, find the right fit, and build strong connections,” says Louis-Félix Binette, Executive Director of MAIN.
What's changing, what's staying the same, and what you want to do with it
Starting today, MAIN will begin exploring ways to use this collaborative space with a participatory and inclusive approach. We’d like to hear your needs and ideas so we can continue to develop Slack in line with your expectations. Here are a few planned initiatives:
- A participatory survey: Using the Polly tool in Slack, MAIN will be soliciting suggestions for the future of the space. Your ideas and projects will be essential to shaping a dynamic and meaningful community.
- Weekly Resource Roundup: Each week, we'll highlight relevant events, opportunities, and tools.
- No specific visual identity: The brand name and logo have been updated to reflect this transition while maintaining Slack’s accessibility and collaborative spirit
If you have any questions or suggestions, you can also email us at communications@mainqc.com
Together, for an ever-stronger community
Our job is to build infrastructure that makes our ecosystem more efficient and better connected. We are excited to help make this space a strategic asset for entrepreneurs in Quebec and for the groups and organizations that support and empower them.
We invite you to join our community, share your ideas, and continue working together to build an ecosystem where collaborations thrive.