64th Annual TIAC ConferenceAugust 19-22, 2026 Hilton Quebec |
Conference Overview
Accommodation
The Conference will be held at the Hilton Quebec. Visit the Traveling to Quebec City page for the reservation instructions (coming soon).
Getting There
Flight and train discounts will be available soon.
Program
The 2026 Conference program will feature timely presentations by industry experts and leaders, business meetings where you can engage in sector-specific discussions and networking opportunities to connect with friends new and old.
The Conference will kick-off on the Wednesday evening with the Manufacturers and Distributors Reception where you will get your first “taste” of the city.
Thursday’s program will feature several invited speakers, as well as the contractor, manufacturer and distributor breakout sessions. The optional program will also be running this day. For those of you planning to bring your children, please register by June 1 so that we can organize age-appropriate activities for them. This day will wrap up with a very special off-site evening.
Friday morning will include more presentations, followed by some exciting activities that could really only be offered in Quebec City. Friday evening is a night off and delegates are encouraged to get out and explore!
As we reach Saturday, the final day of the Conference, join us for the last morning of presentations, including a sneak-peak at the 2027 Conference scheduled for August 18-21, 2027 in Calgary, AB.
The Conference will be wrapped up at the President’s Dinner and Dance.
Visit the Destination Québec cité website to learn more about the 2025 TIAC Conference host city! We recommend you book extra time following the conference to explore beyond the city limits.
REMINDERS!
If you are bringing your children to Quebec City, please register by June 1 so that we can organize age-appropriate activities for them.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
AGENDA
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | |
9:00 am – 3:00 pm | Outgoing Board Meeting (Private) Portneuf |
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm | First-Time Attendee Meet & Greet Terrasse De Tourny |
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Manufacturer & Distributor Reception and Dinner Villeray / De Tourny |
Thursday, August 20, 2026 | |
8:00 am – 1:00 pm | Registration Desk Open Grand Hall |
8:00 am – 8:45 am | Breakfast Villeray / De Tourny |
8:45 am – 9:00 am | Welcoming Remarks Rémi Demers, 2026 Conference Chair Villeray / De Tourny |
9:00 am – 9:30 am | Keynote Presentation Villeray / De Tourny |
9:30 am – 9:45 am | Refreshment Break Villeray / De Tourny |
9:45 am – 10:45 am | Keynote Presentation Villeray / De Tourny |
10:00 am – 1:00 pm | Add-on Activities |
10:45 am – 11:45 am | Technical Presentation Villeray / De Tourny |
11:45 am – 2:30 pm | Contractor Breakout Session (Lunch to be provided) Sainte-Foy |
11:45 am – 1:30 pm | Lunch (on own) TIME BLOCKED FOR INTERNAL MEETINGS, WORK CATCH-UP, ETC., TO ENSURE PARTICIPATION IN ALL CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS / ACTIVITIES. |
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm | Manufacturers Breakout Session Courville |
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm | Distributors Breakout Session Montmorency |
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm | Add-on Activities |
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm | Breakout Session Recap (NEW) Villeray / De Tourny |
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm | Training Providers Breakout Session Villeray / De Tourny |
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm | Transportation to Off-site Evening |
5:30 pm – 10:00 pm | Off-site Evening |
Friday, August 21, 2026 | |
7:30 am – 10:30 am | Registration Desk Open Grand Hall |
7:30 am – 8:30 am | Breakfast Villeray / De Tourny |
8:30 am – 9:00 am | NIA Update Villeray / De Tourny |
9:00 am – 9:45 am | CAN/AM Meeting Villeray / De Tourny |
9:45 am – 10:30 am | Presidents and Managers Meeting Villeray / De Tourny |
9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Add-on Activities |
11:00 am – 5:00 pm | Add-on Activities Golf at La Tempête Golf Club |
9:00 am – 1:00 pm | Add-on Activities |
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Add-on Activities |
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Add-on Activities |
OPEN EVENING | |
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | |
8:00 am – 9:00 am | Breakfast Villeray / De Tourny |
9:00 am – 10:30 am | Annual General Meeting (TIAC members only) Villeray / De Tourny |
10:30 am – 10:45 am | Refreshment Break Grand Hall |
10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Add-on Activities |
10:45 am – 11:00 am | Award Nominee Showcase Villeray / De Tourny |
11:00 am – 11:30 am | Technical Presentation Villeray / De Tourny |
11:30 am – 12:00 pm | Technical Presentation Villeray / De Tourny |
12:00 pm – 12:15 pm | 2027 Conference Presentation CALGARY Villeray / De Tourny |
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm | Lunch Villeray / De Tourny |
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm | Incoming Board Meeting (Private) Portneuf |
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm | President’s Reception (Private) Lauzon |
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm | Reception Terrasse De Tourny |
6:30 pm – 12:00 am | President’s Dinner and Dance Villeray / De Tourny |
Registration
Register Online – COMING SOONRegistration fees include: Presentations and Meetings; Manufacturer and Distributor Reception and Dinner; Off-site Dinner; Delegates and Guest Breakfasts/Lunches; and, the President’s Dinner and Dance.
NOTE #1: Due to an increase in spam/fraudulent email solicitation, be advised that TIAC DOES NOT SELL IT’S CONFERENCE ATTENDEE LISTS.
NOTE #2: Due to fraudulent phone solicitation received by a member regarding their participation in the 2024 Conference and their hotel reservation, the delegate list is no longer being published. If you would like to know who is participating to plan your activities/meetings, please reach out to us directly.
NOTE #3: Do NOT book your hotel using links/instructions provided by anyone other than the TIAC office or directly through the Hilton app. If you are unsure about an email you’ve received, or want to confirm the best way to book your hotel room, please contact us directly.
Member Rates | |||
*SPECIAL* 2025 Registration Rate Freeze (to December 31, 2025) |
Earlybird Registration (January 1 to June 1, 2026) |
Regular Registration (After June 1, 2026) |
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Single With guest Family (16 and over) Children (Under 16) Life Member |
$725 per family member |
$725 per family member |
$725 per family member |
Non-Member Rates | |||
*SPECIAL* 2025 Registration Rate Freeze (to December 31, 2025) |
Earlybird Registration (January 1 to June 1, 2026) |
Regular Registration (After June 1, 2026) |
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Single With guest Family (16 and over) Children (Under 16) |
$825 per family member |
$825 per family member |
$825 per family member |
Presentations
The Conference Planning Committee is confirming speakers who will speak to both industry and general business strategies to provide you with insights to improve your day-to-day operations. Updated speaker information will be posted here so be sure to check regularly.
Add-on Activities
Date | Time | Activity | Cost |
ACTIVITY INFORMATION | |
Sponsorship Opportunities
Download the 2026 Sponsorship Kit (COMING SOON)Download the sponsorship participation form (COMING SOON). To confirm your sponsorship, please complete and return the participation form to info@tiac.ca. Prices exclude tax. Payment is due before the Conference.
ALL EVENT SPONSORS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED AND RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING:
- Corporate profile on TIAC website with links
- Logo and recognition on TIAC Social Media
- Recognition in Conference app
- On-site recognition throughout Conference, through verbal announcements, signage and sponsor slides
PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP LEVEL | |
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Off-site Dinner Event – $5,000 + tax |
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Program / Conference App – $4,000 + tax |
BRONZE SPONSORSHIP LEVEL | |
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Breakfast or Lunch – $700 + tax (5 opportunities) |
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Refreshment Break – $500 + tax (2 opportunities) |
*Digital artwork must be provided August 1, 2026.
**All sponsorship fees exclude tax.
Traveling to Quebec City
Accommodation
The Conference will be held at the Hilton Quebec. The room rate is $289 plus taxes and fees for mountain view rooms.
Online booking will be available shortly.
Reservations must be made by July 18, 2026. After that date, TIAC cannot guarantee rates or availability. Accommodation options in Quebec City are limited in the summer due to tourist travel. Don’t wait to book.
NOTE: Due to fraudulent phone solicitation received by a member regarding their participation in the 2024 Conference and their hotel reservation, we are advising you to NOT book your hotel using links provided by anyone other than the TIAC office. You can also book directly in the Hilton app.
Getting There
TRAVEL DISCOUNTS | |
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THANK YOU TO ALL OF TIAC’S SPONSORS! | |