Business Networking Events in Montreal

This evening is built for professionals in law, real estate and construction who want to meet established peers in their field. Expect a relaxed lounge setting at El Lounge Resto-Bar where you can swap stories, compare notes on projects and grow your contact list. Come ready to introduce yourself and trade business cards with people in related industries.

Join Optionality at the Montreal Science Centre for EXIT stories, an afternoon gathering centered on entrepreneurial journeys and exits. It is a chance to connect with founders and operators in a unique museum setting along the Old Port. Bring your curiosity and your own story to share with fellow attendees.

Take The Leap brings entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals from different industries together for an evening in Griffintown. Head to ZIBO! on Peel Street to expand your network, meet new people and exchange ideas about your projects and business challenges. The atmosphere is relaxed, so come ready for genuine conversation rather than a stiff pitch session.

Data Drinks Montreal returns for its October edition at Bar Bisou Bisou in Old Montreal. Data pros, AI builders and curious minds gather monthly to swap real-world insights over a drink, with a quick welcome and light conversation prompts for anyone who wants them. Whether you work in the field or are just breaking in, come for open, casual networking.

ConnexCité Brossard hosts its biweekly business networking breakfast at Barbies Resto Bar Grill. Start your morning early, connect with local entrepreneurs and professionals, and build relationships over coffee before the workday begins. A simple, recurring format for anyone looking to grow their Brossard-area network.

Matcha and chai bring together real estate brokers for a relaxed morning meetup at White Heron Coffee. It is an easy, low-key way to connect with fellow brokers over a warm drink, swap market insights and build relationships in the industry. Drop in and introduce yourself to the room.

Apero risque gathers the life sciences community for a quick, focused networking session hosted by Cafe risque Fonds de Solidarite FTQ and Ax.c at Place Victoria. It is a tight half hour designed for fast, meaningful introductions among people working in the sector. Stop by to meet others building in life sciences.

Transform Montreal Connect returns for its third edition, exploring the evolution of leadership and leaders in the age of AI. Join other professionals for an evening of discussion and networking around how leadership is changing alongside new technology. Come with questions and perspectives to share with the group.

LinkedIn Local Rive-Sud marks its 25th edition with an evening of networking at Hedhofis in Longueuil. Join fellow professionals from the South Shore to connect face-to-face, building on the LinkedIn Local tradition of turning online connections into real conversations. Come ready to meet new people and expand your network.

Connect with Montreal's sharpest minds in AI, cryptocurrency, tech and finance at this evening networking event. Expect a room full of founders, investors and professionals eager to swap ideas and build relationships across these fast-moving industries. Come ready to introduce yourself, trade contacts and spark conversations that could shape your next big project or partnership.

Meet professionals working in engineering, energy and transportation at this focused networking evening from SUM OF FIVE. It's a chance to swap insights with peers across these interconnected industries, build new contacts and learn how others are tackling similar challenges. Bring your business cards and an openness to meeting people shaping Montreal's technical and industrial sectors.

Explore the entrepreneurial path of buying an existing business rather than starting from scratch. Hosted by Jean Hounkpe at 1180 Rue de Bleury, this free evening session is a good fit for anyone curious about acquisition as a route into ownership. Come with your questions and connect with others considering the same leap.

You have the idea, but not the budget for a full team, and investors want proof before they write a check. Join Adeo Ressi, Chairman of the Founder Institute, to learn how solo founders use AI agents in place of their first five hires, what investors look for in AI-native companies in 2026, and how Founder Institute companies get funded. Bring your questions for Adeo.

Founders for Founders is a weekly online meetup where entrepreneurs talk through what they're building and leave with fresh ideas and connections. In one hour, you'll be personally matched with four other founders for real conversations in English about your progress, blockers and next steps. Forget surface-level networking, this is about honest talk with people who understand the grind.