From October 5 to 10, 2025, the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal , the Ville de Montréal, and Québec International invite businesses and organizations to take part in an economic mission to Lyon focused on environmental solutions, as part of the Pollutec international trade show and the Entretiens Jacques Cartier.
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Networking opportunities
Make invaluable contacts with key professionals in the sector during networking sessions and business meetings.
Industrial tours
See what is happening behind the scenes in the industry with tours of sites of innovation, showcasing the latest advances in the sector.
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About Pollutec and the Entretiens Jacques Cartier
In 2025, two major international events will stand out for their commitment to ecological and societal transition: Pollutec and the Entretiens Jacques Cartier (EJC).
Held for over 46 years, Pollutec is the leading trade show for environmental solutions. With 11 exhibition sectors, more than 20 conference spaces, and strong international participation (21% international exhibitors, 110 countries represented in 2023), it offers a unique platform to discover the latest innovations, build partnerships, and take part in targeted business meetings through the Green Days.
From October 6 to 8, 2025, the Entretiens Jacques Cartier will bring together over 4,000 participants and 500 speakers across Lyon, Grenoble, Clermont-Ferrand, and Saint-Étienne. Under the theme “Resilience and Transformations,” the event will foster interdisciplinary exchanges between researchers, entrepreneurs, institutions, and public sector leaders from Quebec, French-speaking Canada, and the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
Conferences, workshops, roundtables, and networking opportunities will provide space to explore key contemporary issues: clean technologies, energy transition, artificial intelligence, culture, and society.
Together, Pollutec and the EJC serve as complementary platforms where innovative solutions for a changing world are imagined, tested, and built.
👉 To learn more about each event, visit their official websites:
Key figures for the 2023 edition
This mission is primarily intended for Québec-based companies active in clean technologies, environmental solutions, or the circular economy. It is also open to any innovative business committed to the ecological transition.
More specifically:
- CEOs and company presidents looking to build strategic international relationships
- Sales directors exploring new markets or clients in Europe
- Innovation directors interested in green technologies and R&D partnerships
- Companies offering environmental products or services (energy, waste management, water, etc.)
It also targets organizations aiming to learn from European best practices and expand their presence within a committed, forward-thinking ecosystem.
What is included when you participate in this trade mission?
The general package includes:
- A welcome seminar on business opportunities in France
- Networking opportunities with our partners and insightful conferences
- Full access to all activities at Pollutec and the Entretiens Jacques Cartier
- Industrial visits in the heart of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region
- Tailored B2B matchmaking activities organized jointly with Québec International and our business network
- Visibility as part of the Quebec business delegation
- Ongoing support from our team of experts throughout the mission
- 5 hours of personalized services, either before or after the mission, for optimal preparation, in-depth follow-up, or results analysis
- Access to the shared space at the Ville de Montréal booth
The exhibitor package includes:
- All activities included in the general package
- An exclusive space at the Ville de Montréal booth, with your own personalized counter
- Priority access to meeting tables for your business appointments
- An opportunity to showcase your solutions and maximize your visibility
- Access for the full 4 days of the trade show
As part of your participation in this international mission, 5 hours of personalized support are included in your package. These hours can be used based on your needs—before the mission (for strategic preparation) or after (to analyze your results).
Our experts will support you every step of the way, up to three months after the mission, to help you make the most of your participation.
Please note: the package excludes flights, accommodation, local transportation, and meals not included in the program.
💡 Is your ORPEX a partner in this mission? You could benefit from the CCMM member rate.
Are you between 18 and 35 years old?
You may be eligible for $1,500 in financial support from LOJIQ (Les Offices jeunesse internationaux du Québec), through the Office franco-québécois pour la jeunesse (OFQJ), to help cover part of your mission expenses (travel, registration, accommodation).
Eligibility criteria:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Reside in Québec and hold a valid RAMQ health card
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Have received no more than 2 previous LOJIQ-supported projects
- Be an entrepreneur selected by CCMM and Québec International to take part in this mission
💡 This financial support is offered through the partnership between LOJIQ, les Offices jeunesse internationaux du Québec and Québec International.
Is your business located in the Montréal Agglomeration?
You automatically qualify for a $1,000 discount on the general and exhibitor packages for the mission.
This preferential rate does not apply to thecompanion rate.
Air Canada is proud to be the official carrier for the 2025 business mission to Lyon.
As a mission participant, you’ll benefit from exclusive discounted fares when traveling with Air Canada.
A promo code will be provided to you after registration to take advantage of this offer.
To confirm your registration, please note that a deposit of $350 is required. This amount will be deducted from the total amount due.
The final invoice will be sent to you later, and full payment must be made before the start of the mission.
A link to a participation form, where you can provide the additional required information, will be sent to you in the confirmation email.