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Preparation for your participation at the event

Everything you need to plan for your booth, at a glance.​

The Grand Rendez-vous de la CNESST | October 28, 2026 | Palais des congrès de Montréal

✅  Step 1 | REVIEW THE EXHIBITOR MANUAL

 First and foremost, carefully read the Exhibitor Manual. The manual is available in French only.
You will find, among other things:
 the show's architectural regulations, supplier contact information, order deadlines, 

and all other important details.

EXHIBITOR MANUAL

Find my booth number — required for your orders: FLOOR PLAN
CHECKLIST — SUPPLIERS & ORDERS

✅  Step 2 | BOOTH STRUCTURE: MAKE YOUR SELECTION

Your space is reserved but does not include any equipment.

⚠️  IMPORTANT: Masking walls (rigid partitions) and floor covering are mandatory.


Choose one of the following options:

Option A : Reserve a structure through GES

Option 1 GES

Example of a turnkey booth, package B
(wall, carpet, table, 2 chairs)

Option B : Use your own booth structure and have it approved (mandatory)

  • If you are using your own booth structure (and not a package offered by the show's official decorator), you must have your booth approved by PLANÉ.
  • DEADLINE FOR VALIDATION: October 9
  • Book your installation time slot: [to come]
  • Questions? Contact PLANÉ, solutions logistiques

Option 2 Validation

Example of a booth requiring approval

Review the architectural rules on page 3 of the Exhibitor Manual.

✅  Step 3 | ORDER À LA CARTE SERVICES

À la carte services available 
through the Palais des congrès:

À la carte services available
through TKNL:

À la carte services available through the Québec City Convention Centre:



DEADLINE  PREFERRED RATE: October 12
DEADLINE TO ORDER: October 27

No wireless public connection is available in the exhibition hall at the Palais des congrès.


As coverage from some cellular network providers may be limited in the area, Wi-Fi access can be purchased 

through the Palais' Internet services for devices used for lead retrieval (please plan for one access per device).

✅  Step 4 | USE THE EVENT WEB PLATFORM | PAIRCONNEX

REGISTER YOUR BOOTH REPRESENTATIVES

The booth manager must register all representatives from their organization on the PairConnex platform 
using the link that will be sent by email on September 9

DEADLINE: October 2

CUSTOMIZE YOUR VIRTUAL BOOTH

Using the link sent on September 9, personalize your organization's digital showcase (logo, service/product description, photos, etc.) on the PairConnex platform. 

Need help setting up your digital showcase? Watch this video.

DEADLINE : October 2

USE THE LEAD RETRIEVAL TOOL

On the day of the event, download the PairConnex mobile app to scan the QR codes on attendees' badges and collect their contact information (lead retrieval).
ATTENTION: Only staff registered BEFORE OCTOBER 2 will receive a name badge and be able to use the lead retrieval tool during the event.

→ For questions:
support@pairconnex.com  |  514 419-3555, ext. 508  |  1 833 421-3188

✅  Step 5 | PROMOTE YOUR PRESENCE AT THE EVENT!

To maximize your visibility and attract visitors to your booth, use our promotional kit! It contains everything you need to showcase your participation and invite your contacts.


This is the perfect time to invite your clients, partners and collaborators!

✅  Step 6 | MAKE THE MOST OF THE EVENT!

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | Palais des congrès de Montréal

Exhibition hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
⚠️  No dismantling before 4 p.m.

Free services for exhibitors
Dedicated exhibitor lounge with coffee and tea provided.
Our team will be available to answer your questions.

Food services
A bistro is available in the exhibitor hall. Meals are at your own expense.
View the menu

 Any questions?

Our team is here to assist you!

CPS Média

Gwenaëlle Stephan
Sales Coordinator
450 227-8414, ext. 305

Suppliers contact information

GES

Event Decorator

serviceinfo@ges.com

514 367-4848

Plané Solutions Logistiques

Exhibition Director

camille@planesolution.ca

514 702-8743

PairConnex

Event App

support@pairconnex.com

514 419-3555, ext. 508

Palais des congrès

Electricity, Internet

cse@congresmtl.com

514 871-5871

GES

Event Decorator

serviceinfo@ges.com

514 367-4848

Plané Solutions Logistiques

Exhibition Director

camille@planesolution.ca

514 702-8743

PairConnex

Event App

support@pairconnex.com

514 419-3555, ext. 508

Centre des congrès

Electricity, Wi-Fi, audiovisual

services@convention.qc.ca

418 649-7711, ext. 4000