New residents: Technoparc Montréal welcomed a net balance of 24 new companies in 2018. In the news: a huge LSHT event in Montreal, strategic partnership for SolidXperts, visitors from Tunisia, the REM at Technoparc. Services: tire changes, Lufa Farms, real estate market is “hot”, innovation centers and monthly tips of our collaborators.
NEW RESIDENTS
24 companies in 2018
In 2018, the Technoparc of Montréal welcomed a net balance of 24 new companies on the site, which represents an increase of 21% over last year. A great performance due to the intensive recruitment efforts undertaken by the entire Technoparc Montréal team. We continue our momentum in 2019 as we have already welcomed more than 6 companies as of today. Your company wants to join the high-end technology park of Montreal? We still have space for any format of companies, from the Startup to the multinational. Contact us at info@technoparc.com right away! Also, you can consult the list of our companies by clicking on our Website.
IN THE NEWS
Montreal’s huge event in LSHT
Participate in Effervescence on April 24th and 25th , 2019. Developed by a collective of 14 lead organizations in the Life Sciences and Health Technologies (LSHT) sector in Quebec, including the NEOMED Institute, Effervescence is the new key business event for all major players in the future of life sciences. A true scientific and business hive, the event offers researchers, companies and players in the life sciences sector a unique opportunity to meet, build business relationships, participate in inspiring conferences and discover the industry’s latest innovations, all in a stimulating experiential universe. Companies in the LSHT sector that wish to participate can register through this link.
New partnership for SolidXperts
Always striving to better serve its customers and offer them innovative solutions, SolidXperts, a Technoparc Montréal resident company, is proud to announce its new partnership with RIZE, giving SolidXperts the opportunity to enter new markets and sectors of activity. 2018 was a year of strong growth for SolidXperts, a SOLIDWORKS value added reseller specializing in providing 3D Design and Manufacturing solutions to customers in Canada and the United States for over 20 years. More information is available through SolidXperts’ Website.
Tunisia visits the Technoparc
At the beginning of April, we had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from Tunisia, composed of members involved in the development of innovations in this country.We presented Technoparc Montréal as a whole with its current and future projects and had the opportunity to visit the Technoparc Montréal resident companies Belden and ABB, both specialized in innovation in information technology and miscellaneous technologies.Also, we approached collaborative projects with the Tunisian technopoles of El Ghazela and Sousse, in order to target the commercial development for the companies evolving in both countries. This was the third visit of a delegation from this country during the last two years, which is very promising for the future. Your delegation wants to meet us to discuss collaboration and investment projects? Please contact us by email at info@technoparc.com right away!
Consolidation of the Life Sciences HUB in Montreal
The NEOMED Institute is proud of the expansion of its installations at the Technoparc de Montréal. The new building will offer its future tenants state-of-the-art chemistry and biology laboratories as well as common workspaces designed to foster collaboration. A great option for life sciences companies in Canada (and beyond!) who are looking for spaces adapted to their size and a site promoting sustained growth through a set of flexible real estate offers. For more information, contact the CBRE brokers at 514-849-6000 or visit the NEOMED Institute Website.
The REM at Technoparc
Get the most information on the REM work that will take place not only at the Technoparc, but also throughout the future network. The link to the document below will give you a good idea of the project and you will be able to view from page 36 the project on the antenna of the airport in which the Technoparc Montréal station will be located. Well illustrated, with dates of work, the document is very complete. Enjoy your reading and do not forget to share it with your colleagues. Click this link to read the document. Also, you can have the opportunity to discover the future REM wagons in a series of photos and a 3D boarding video via the REM Website.Please click this link to experience it.
Meeting in Life Sciences and Health Technologies (LSHT)
In an interview with Ms. Amirah Al Idrus of the magazine FierceBiotech in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and Innovation, we had the pleasure in March of grouping some companies of the Technoparc de Montréal’s LSHT and have interesting exchanges on the present and future of LSHT in Quebec and Canada. SoundBite Medical Solutions, NEOMED Institute, Inception Sciences and Repare Therapeutics shared their visions and perspectives of LSHT that will be included in Ms. Al Idrus’ article. We also had the chance to close the event with a visit of NEOMED Institute’s facilities, in the heart of the LSHT HUB at the Technoparc de Montréal. A great opportunity for international visibility!
RESIDENT SERVICES
Tire changes in April
Technoparc Montréal offers again a tire installation service on its site with the company Instapneus in the parking lot of the 2300 Alfred-Nobel. The company will be here on April 9, 17 and 26, 2019. To register, please go to the company’s Website at instapneus.com in the section “subscription for appointment” + “enterprise subscription” and select one of the 3 dates that indicate “Technoparc Montréal “. Have a happy “Techno” road this summer!
Meeting rooms at Technoparc
Would you like to make your team meeting or presentation in a modern setting, surrounded by the abundant nature of the Technoparc? We have 4 beautiful rooms available for all kinds of meetings. The two large rooms can accommodate up to 25 people while the two smaller rooms can accommodate up to 8 people. The rooms are equipped with high-performance audiovisual equipment, projection, speakers, audio-conference system and more. Food services available ($) for either coffee breaks, refreshments or full meals. Rates are $ 25 an hour for small rooms and $ 55 an hour for large rooms. Contact us to reserve your space!
Eat fresh, eat local, at the Technoparc
For the last 2 years, Lufa Farms has been offering the delivery service of fresh produce from local farms and artisans to residents of the Technoparc. The service is simple, all you must do is to simply register online at and then place your order. The products are delivered every Tuesdays at the Alfred-Nobel business center, located at 2300 Alfred-Nobel. You can then bring your basket at home and eat healthy!
Notice regarding traffic at the Technoparc de Montréal
At the beginning of the month, the Ministère des Transports informed road users that it will begin repair work on the bridges over Henri-Bourassa Boulevard West over Highway 40 in the borough of Saint-Laurent. This project will last two years. Traffic issues are anticipated for residents of the Technoparc de Montréal. Please see the press release below for more information and-or contact Quebec 511 for more details.
The Technoparc is “hot”
The Montréal Technoparc is a pretty active site in the real estate market in Montreal and in Canada. Currently, we have these spaces and buildings available:-A development project-offices on Albert-Einstein (see other article below);-Some spaces to rent in buildings distributed throughout the site, especially on Alfred-Nobel boulevard;-Laboratories and offices on rue Frederick-Banting, the street of the life sciences HUB in Montreal;-New spaces in the expansion project of the NEOMED Institute;-Some co-working and office spaces in our innovation centers;- Eco-friendly buildings in our Éco-campus Hubert Reeves site, the symbiosis between workplace and nature.
Quality of life for your employees. Accessible. Multiple on-site commercial services. Active population. A park in which greenery and nature prevail (a total 0f 28% of the site is considered “green spaces”). First REM station leaving the Montreal International Airport. THE site for your company and your employees! Interested in joining this “HOT” site?Contact Carl Baillargeon of Technoparc Montréal now at cbaillargeon@technoparc.com or 514-956-2525, extension 2530.
Preferred rates at the Home2 Suites
The brand new Home2 Suites par Hilton Montréal Dorval is an all-suites extended stay hotel conveniently located at 1855 Trans Canada – a quick 5min/4km drive from the Technoparc de Montréal. Their spacious suites include a living room area, full kitchen and Working Wall. Their rates include daily continental buffet breakfast, WiFi, local/long distance calls, indoor/outdoor parking, access to the gym and indoor swimming pool and outdoor fire pit and BBQ grills. Exclusive offer to Technoparc Montréal Residents: 10% rebate off their rates. Simply call and ask for the Technoparc Montreal rate or book directly online. An ID will be required upon arrival. Don’t forget to also share with your visitors. Enjoy your “Techno” stay!
Superb building at Technoparc
Adjacent to the 7150 Albert-Einstein, this magnificent project will make you enjoy unparalleled sunshine, modern architecture, the quality of life recognized at the Technoparc and proximity to the future light train station (REM) for quick access to the airport (2 minutes) or downtown (22 minutes). Welcome to your future prestigious address in the heart of Technoparc. Interested to purchase or build on this land? Contact Carl Baillargeon from Technoparc Montréal at cbaillargeon@technoparc.com for your private visit.
K.I.D.S Daycare at Technoparc
Did you know that K.I.D.S. Daycare offers high quality day care at the Technoparc? They include monthly themes, such as arts and music, and offer music, dance, physical education and yoga classes to the children. Their meals are fresh and homemade daily. They have two spacious outdoor courtyards plus an indoor gymnasium and special events are offered throughout the year. For more information, visit their Website or contact Susan at 514-332-8295.
Innovation centers at the Technoparc
Did you know that there are two innovation centers in the heart of the Technoparc? They are open to all sizes of businesses, from start-ups to SMEs, who wish to establish themselves in the largest science and high technology park in Canada. These two centers of innovation already have more than forty companies, which encourages easy exchanges, which ultimately can become commercial collaborations. There are still some spaces available in our co-working space and closed offices as well as two team offices. Contact Liliane Sénécal of Technoparc Montréal at lsenecal@technoparc.com. More info on our 2 business centers are available through our Website.
Your lunch delivered with 10% discount
You’d rather stay in for lunch? The Bistro 21st Century Food, located at the entrance of the Technoparc, offers a great promotion including freshness, speed and savings. Receive 10% off any order for delivery to your office at the Technoparc. It’s very simple:
1) Click their website at: 21stcenturyfood.com/en
2) Go to the section “bistro locations” at the bottom left
3) Then create an account (it takes 30 seconds) or log in to your existing account
4) Choose your meal
5) Enter the promo code techno10 and get 10% off
6) Receive your meal at your office, delivered by the Bistro located at the Technoparc7) Smile!!
For more information, check out the Bistro’s website.
Monthly Sustainability Tips & Insights from ERA: Earth Day
April 22 is Earth Day, the largest environmental event in the world! It’s a day when businesses set aside time for their staff to do something for the environment. This Earth Day, ERA wants to encourage your organization to join them in making a difference in our Technoparc community.
Every year on Earth Day, the ERA team celebrates Earth Day by picking up litter and garbage in and around our campus. They are now inviting your teams to join them on April 22nd at lunch time to give back to the environment by pick up litter from your own space – it’s amazing how much better your property will look and feel, and you’ll be making a tangible difference in the biodiversity and wildlife around you.
ERA has implemented many pollinator projects in the Technoparc area. Bees, bats, and other pollinators play an essential role in our community ecosystem. This Earth Day consider planting a small and affordable pollinator garden on your property. ERA’s team of sustainability scientists would be more than happy to help you understand what makes a successful pollinator or butterfly garden!
As a member of the Suppliers Partnership for the Environment, ERA participates in a Biodiversity workgroup to increase local biodiversity. Did you know that pollinators like the monarch butterfly are in decline? Earth is facing the greatest rate of extinction for animals and insects since the loss of the dinosaurs 65 million years ago. It’s up to us humans to act and stop the trend.
Questions about this tip? For more information, please send an email to ERA at info@era-ehs.com or see their Website.
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