A historic partnership between Destination Québec cité and MT Lab

A historic partnership between Destination Québec cité and MT Lab

Quebec City, September 26, 2022 – MT Lab, North America’s leading innovation incubator for the tourism, culture and entertainment sectors, is delighted to welcome Destination Québec cité (DQc) as a major partner alongside more than ten of Quebec’s leading tourism organizations. This historic $300,000 agreement, spread over three (3) years, will give Destination Québec cité […]

Innovation in all its forms

When we talk aboutinnovation, we often deduce that it necessarily involves the development of new services/products and/or new markets. The following matrix is often used to illustrate the choices available to us: Yet there are many ways in which a company can innovate, many of which go far beyond what is described above. Indeed, innovation  exists […]

The solution to disposable containers – Retournzy

Faced with the explosion of disposable cardboard and plastic containers in the catering sector, the founding members of Retournzy came up with the innovative idea of creating a cooperative, circular network of returnable reusable containers. The project, which saw the light of day in autumn 2020, became a reality in 2021. The first test for […]

Creating encounters between tourism and local culture – Ramble

Ramble is a platform for unique encounters, moments and experiences offered by local enthusiasts. From an introductory course in 35mm photography, to a life-size graffiti session, to creating drinks with a mixologist or cooking workshops with a chef. There can be as many experiences as there are enthusiasts who propose them and can monetize them […]

Accessible and universal outdoors – OTIS Nature

OTIS Nature is committed to developing a structured network of universal access to tourism so that everyone can take full advantage of all facilities, whatever their physical or functional challenges. OTIS Nature’s site and accommodations are designed to be accessible to all clienteles, whether with a walker, in a wheelchair, with children in strollers, visually […]

Adventure 365 days a year – Locapaq

Locapaq offers affordable rentals of  high-performance outdoor equipment, with the aim of democratizing outings and making expeditions accessible 365 days a year. At a time when the popularity of outdoor activities is on the rise, the young start-up has taken the concept a step further, adding activities, conferences and a corporate component to its offering to become, […]

Keep your visitors connected – Lifeline Technologies

Lifeline Technologies offers kiosks with portable chargers for public places, tourist attractions, convention centers and major events. Portable chargers are one of the most consumed products on the planet, and one of the main contributors to electronic waste. Lifeline Technologies wants users to stop buying portable chargers for personal use, and share them instead. Founded […]

Supporting the restaurant industry – Radish Cooperative

Launched in 2020, Montreal-based Radish offers restaurants a platform that enables them to guarantee a quality delivery service with hired, trained and salaried delivery drivers. Faced with the giants of home meal delivery, Radish has the advantage of being local, affordable and environmentally friendly. Founded by seven associates, the young cooperative recently began offering delivery […]

Ephemeral accommodation in nature – Hôtel UNIQ

The idea behindHôtel UNIQ was to create an ephemeral village of fully-equipped, eco-friendly accommodation units. The company offers five-star service in unusual locations, with comfortable luxury tents and a shared kitchen. Before the pandemic, the start-up set up its ephemeral villages near events and festivals, in places where accommodation was in short supply. Now, Hotel […]

Smart mirror – Hilo Smart Mirror

Hilo Smart Mirror is a technology and design company specializing in the design and manufacture of smart mirrors, which integrate digital and dynamic information behind the mirror. The company, which develops software and manufactures custom hardware, has joined the fifth MT Lab cohort, aiming to offer new experiences in hotels or waiting rooms. Hilo Smart […]