During a recent visit to MT Lab, Quebec's Minister of the Economy, Innovation and Energy, Mr. Pierre Fitzgibbon, witnessed the remarkable work of the MT Lab team with innovative startups such as Stay 22, and the positive impact the incubator-accelerator is generating in the world of tourism, culture and entertainment. In the photo: Mr. Howard Liebman (Vice President, Government Relations, Air Transat), Mr. Frédérick Roussel (Assistant General Manager, MT Lab), Mr. Carl-Frédéric De Celles (Chairman of the Board, MT Lab), Mr. Pierre Fitzgibbon (Minister of the Economy, Innovation and Energy), Mr. Martin Lessard (General Manager, MT Lab) and Mr. Simon Boulet (Director of Operations, Stay 22).
Montreal, April 3, 2023 – The MT Lab, North America’s first incubator-accelerator of innovations in tourism, culture and entertainment, is proud to announce thatithas received funding of $1.25 million over three years from the Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie (MEIE).
The MT Lab stood out in the MEIE’s call for proposals Support for organizations offering incubation and acceleration services , notably for its recognized success and performance with innovative startups, its positioning and collaboration with other ecosystem players, and its social impact and commitment to sustainable development.
“Incubator-accelerators contribute to the development of a dynamic entrepreneurial environment and help ensure its sustainability. Quebec’s ecosystem of high-growth-potential companies benefits greatly from MT Lab’s support,” emphasizes Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of the Economy, Innovation and Energy, Minister responsible for Regional Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Greater Montreal Area.
“As the only incubator-accelerator dedicated to innovation in tourism, the MT Lab is a leading partner with whom we will continue to work to grow the sector. I’m very pleased with this additional government support, which will contribute to the development of a modern tourism offering that meets the needs of visitors,” says Caroline Proulx, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for the Lanaudière region.
“Since the creation of MT Lab, we’ve been working with start-ups and our industry partners to push our boundaries and showcase innovation in tourism, culture and entertainment. We’re proud to have been recognized asacompany with a proven track record that reflects the dynamism of the innovation ecosystem,” enthuses Martin Lessard, General Manager of MT Lab.
About MT Lab
North America’s first incubator-accelerator dedicated to the world of tourism, culture and entertainment. MT Lab is both an incubator and gas pedal for startups, a platform for open innovation and networking, a space for experimentation and monitoring, as well as a place for co-working and entrepreneurial support. The MT Lab was created in 2017 by UQÀM and Tourisme Montréal, it accompanies more than a dozen major corporate partners to spark innovation and accelerate opportunities in their fields. It is a proud partner of the Ville de Montréal, the Ministère du Tourisme du Québec, the Ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation, and Canada Economic Development.
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