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September 14 & 15, 2026 · Montréal
Putting Canada on the
Global Fintech Stage
The Canada Fintech Forum, taking place September 14–15, 2026 in Montréal, brings together the leaders redefining the future of financial services.
At the Fintech Forum, innovation meets decision-makers. Over two days, major financial institutions, high-growth fintechs, investors, and regulators convene to turn market trends into concrete business opportunities.
This is where bridges are built between traditional finance and technological innovation. The conversations that happen here go beyond ideas — they become partnerships, projects, and decisions that shape the future of the industry.
Why Attend the Fintech Forum 2026 in Montréal
The Forum is designed to generate real, tangible outcomes — before, during, and after the event.
You won't just leave with ideas, but with contacts, clear perspectives, and immediately actionable opportunities.
Market
A deeper understanding of current market dynamics and their impact on your organization
Access
Direct exchanges with decision-makers who shape the direction of the industry
Opportunities
Tangible opportunities for collaboration, partnerships, or pilot projects
Decision
Immediately applicable insights to guide your business decisions
Priorities
A clear read on financial institutions' priorities and market expectations
A Must-Attend Event for Financial Sector Decision-Makers
The Forum brings together every player contributing to the evolution of finance. Whatever your role in the ecosystem, you'll find content, connections, and opportunities tailored to your challenges.
Financial Institutions
Sharpen your strategic intelligence and identify innovations to integrate
Fintechs
Accelerate your growth and multiply collaboration opportunities
Investors
Identify high-potential companies and capture market signals
Regulators
Gain ground-level perspective on technological and regulatory challenges
Ecosystem Players & Public Partners
Take the pulse of a sector in transformation
2026 Program
At the Heart of the Industry's Transformations
Two days structured around the issues redefining finance: plenary sessions, expert panels, and a global fintech review.
Day 1 — September 14
Open & Embedded Finance
Competition or consolidation? The market effects of open finance
Real-time payments to stablecoins: the future of Canada's payments ecosystem
Autonomous transactions: the next phase of embedded finance
Fintech and ESG: in service of sustainable finance
Embedded credit everywhere: visibility, risk, and oversight
Day 2 — September 15
Enterprise Infrastructure & AI
AI-driven decision-making in finance: building trust, control, and accountability
AI-native finance vs. legacy systems: compete, collaborate, or rebuild?
RegTech at scale: automating compliance in a highly regulated environment
AI vs. AI: the new cyber arms race in finance
Quantum advantage: is finance ready?
Networking & Experience
An Experience Designed to Create Connections
The Forum goes beyond content — it is designed to maximize the impact of every encounter.
Everything is built to facilitate meaningful exchanges and accelerate the creation of high-value-added relationships.
Business Meetings
Curated strategic connections designed to maximize every exchange
Targeted Spaces
Dedicated spaces for exchanges between institutions, fintechs, and investors
Investor Lounge
A dedicated space for 1:1 meetings between high-growth fintechs and active sector investors
Live Demos
Selected fintechs present their real-world solutions in action before decision-makers and investors
ElleFintech
On September 14, a breakfast in fireside chat format spotlighting fintech companies founded or led by women
Pitch Battle
A live competition where selected fintechs pitch their solution to a jury of experts and investors — with a prize that grows until the event
Canada's Must-Attend Fintech Event
1 500+
Attendees
70
Speakers
120
Start-ups
The Host City
Montréal, at the Heart of Canadian Fintech
By hosting the Forum, Montréal reaffirms its status as a leading financial metropolis. A global artificial intelligence hub and Canadian leader in financial services, the city offers a unique environment where expertise, talent, and international ambitions converge.
Innovation & AI Hub
Canada's AI capital, Montréal concentrates unique expertise at the intersection of artificial intelligence and financial services, recognized on a global scale
Talent Ecosystem
An exceptional pool of researchers, engineers, and finance professionals trained at the country's top institutions
International Reach
A strategic position between North American and European markets that fosters cross-border collaboration and exchange
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