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Come April 22 and 23, Première Vision is making its much-anticipated Canadian debut in Montréal, bringing together a cross-section of the global fashion industry. Over the course of two days, more than 100 exhibitors will transform the Grand Quai into a dynamic hub of creativity, innovation, and opportunity, supported by an engaging new program of 24 conferences spotlighting the sector’s most pressing issues.
This inaugural Montréal edition, held with the support of mmode, marks Première Vision’s first Canadian event and its second in North America — a region of growing strategic importance for the textile and leather industries. It offers a fresh commercial alternative for professionals seeking to expand into new markets.
Florence Rousson, Chairwoman of the Executive Board of Première Vision and Managing Director of The Creative Pole at GL events, shared:
“This new event in Montréal underscores our ambition to offer a truly global platform for the textile industry. In an unpredictable global climate, the market must reestablish its bearings and reinforce its position. PV Montréal gives industry players two days to explore a market full of unique and promising opportunities.”
Montréal Mayor Valérie Plante added:
“As a UNESCO City of Design and a thriving creative hub in North America, Montréal is proud of its flourishing fashion sector. Amid global economic uncertainty, Première Vision Montréal is a powerful expression of our creative identity, while also offering meaningful prospects for business growth and market diversification. I strongly encourage Montréal-based brands and fashion professionals to attend and connect with global leaders and talents in the industry.”
Mathieu St-Arnaud Lavoie, Managing Director of mmode, emphasized the industry’s importance:
“Canada is a key player in the global textile scene, contributing CAD 7.9 billion in added value to Québec’s GDP and employing 77,500 people directly in the fashion and apparel sector.”
This first edition at the Grand Quai will gather over 100 exhibitors, affirming the significance of the event for international buyers and positioning it alongside the world’s leading textile industry gatherings. Canada leads participation with 20% of exhibitors, followed by South Korea, Portugal, China, France, Turkey, the U.S., Italy, and Spain.
Six key sectors will be featured: designs, fabrics, manufacturing, leather/furs, accessories, and smart creation — representing the full scope of the fashion supply chain. Attendees will discover a vast range of materials and know-how, from traditional craftsmanship to cutting-edge innovation.
To support attendees in sourcing and trend-spotting, Première Vision Montréal will feature an exclusive fashion information space highlighting key colors and trends for Spring-Summer 2026.
A festive kickoff cocktail will also bring together participants for an evening of networking and community building alongside industry leaders and key stakeholders.
For the first time in a Première Vision event, a special series titled "One Day, One Chef, One Designer: Celebrating Creativity" will explore the intersections of fashion and the broader creative industries. These sessions will spark dialogue on the creative process and offer fresh insights into how creativity flows across disciplines.
Day one will feature Debbie Zakaib (Executive Director, La Table Ronde), Ifigenia Hill (Design Director, Lamarque), and Patrice Demers (Pastry Chef, Sabayon). On day two, Catherine Lecuyer (Corporate Public Relations Manager, Aldo Group), Markantoine Lynch-Boisvert (Creative Director, MRKNTN), and Dario Bivona (Author and Pastry Chef) will take the stage.
Première Vision Montréal promises to be a vibrant and inspiring celebration of fashion, innovation, and cross-cultural creativity — a must-attend for professionals eager to connect, discover, and grow in this evolving global market. For the full programme of events, click HERE.
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