Exhibitors

The CHU de Québec-Université Laval, which includes the CHUL, the Hôtel-Dieu de Québec, the Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus, the Hôpital du Saint-Sacrement, and the Hôpital Saint-François d'Assise, is the largest university hospital center in Quebec and one of the largest in Canada. Providing both general and specialized care, but especially highly specialized services, the CHU de Québec-Université Laval serves the population of eastern Quebec, a region with nearly two million people. Closely linked to Université Laval and forward-looking, it also has a mission in teaching, research in many areas of excellence, and the evaluation of health technologies and intervention methods.

Syneos Health is an international contract research organization with over 28,000 employees, involved in the development of more than 94% of the drugs currently approved in North America and Europe. At the Quebec laboratory, we specialize in bioanalysis. These analyses involve measuring, with extreme sensitivity and selectivity, the active ingredients, their metabolites, as well as their associated biomarkers in biological samples collected during clinical or preclinical studies in order to characterize the pharmacokinetic and metabolic profile, as well as the mechanism of action, of the new drugs under investigation.

H2Lab is an environmental analysis laboratory offering services to private companies, public organizations, and individuals, through its four laboratories located in Abitibi, the Laurentians, Lanaudière, and Bas-Saint-Laurent. The laboratories carry out the analysis of chemical and microbiological contaminants in water and soil samples. Focused on a culture of quality and excellence, the company places particular emphasis on its teams and ensures that the potential of each colleague is highlighted. Our teams in organic and inorganic chemistry work in a stimulating, friendly, respectful, and rigorous environment.

Sygnature Discovery, headquartered in Nottingham (UK), is a leading global contract research organization for drug discovery. Based in the UK (Nottingham, Alderley Park, Macclesfield, Glasgow) and Canada (Montreal, Laval, Quebec), with a staff of over 1,000 people, including more than 900 scientists, Sygnature Discovery partners with the global pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology firms, and BNL organizations seeking to outsource part of their R&D work.
Since 2004, Sygnature Discovery has delivered more than 44 preclinical compounds and 25 clinical compounds, thanks to the talent of its world-class scientists, who are named on over 500 patents. The services offered to our clients, either integrated or à la carte, range from protein sciences to in vivo pharmacology, including chemistry (computational, medicinal, synthetic, or process), biology, and DMPK, covering many therapeutic areas such as oncology, inflammation and immunology, neuroscience, metabolic diseases, infectious diseases, fibrotic diseases, and more. For more information, please visit www.sygnaturediscovery.com.

Katanax’s goal is to manufacture the best automated furnaces (fluxers) to support analytical laboratories in their pursuit of safety, efficiency, and accuracy. Our fluxers prepare inorganic samples through fusion for analysis by XRF, AA, and ICP. With this goal achieved, we continually strive to exceed expectations!

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Rio Tinto is the largest mining and metals company in Canada, employing more than 13,800 people at 35 sites and facilities, mainly in Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, the Northwest Territories and British Columbia. In addition to producing aluminium, titanium dioxide, iron ore, diamonds and scandium, Rio Tinto operates eight hydroelectric power plants across the country and has two research centres dedicated to finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

Malvern Panalytical provides reliable and robust solutions for the elemental and structural analysis of a wide variety of materials. The unique combination of our instruments based on X-ray diffraction (XRD), X-ray fluorescence (XRF), laser diffraction, and near-infrared (NIR) offers our customers elemental and structural information to characterize their materials.

Kemitek's mission is to help companies innovate in the fields of renewable chemistry, green chemistry, and process control, while actively contributing to the maintenance of a regional center of excellence with international reach.

Ultium CAM is a joint venture between POSCO FUTURE MATERIALS INC. and General Motors, located in Bécancour. We specialize in the manufacturing of cathode active materials, essential for lithium-ion batteries. At Ultium CAM, we push the boundaries of innovation to create an entirely new era in the cathode industry. Our state-of-the-art facility embodies excellence in manufacturing, combining cutting-edge technology with an unwavering commitment to quality and sustainability.

Agilent is a global leader in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied markets, known for its measurement instruments, consumables, and unparalleled service. Our mission is to advance the quality of life by focusing our expertise in six key markets. With a team of approximately 18,000 employees worldwide, our global footprint includes sales offices, logistics centers, and business facilities across three major geographic regions. Our global capabilities enable us to provide high-quality solutions to our customers in 110 countries.

Allumiqs is a contract research organization specialized in multiomics that uses advanced LC-MS technologies to transform complex data into clear, actionable insights, helping our clients advance their scientific discoveries. At Allumiqs, we understand the unique challenges faced by growing organizations and work closely with them to design customized solutions that maximize their impact. With a passionate team and cutting-edge analysis, we offer more than just data: we provide strategic answers that guide our partners at every stage of their R&D projects.

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Domtar is one of the leading private manufacturers of diversified forest products, with a workforce of approximately 14,000 employees across more than 40 sites in North America. The company has an annual capacity of 9.1 million metric tons of pulp, paper, packaging, and tissue paper, as well as an annual production capacity of about 3 billion board feet of lumber and other wood products.

Kalego Solutions Inc. is an advanced technology start-up, founded in 2022, with a vision to improve health and daily life by harnessing the versatility of plasma technology. The company stands out for its innovative and eco-friendly surface treatments, capable of transforming material properties to meet various needs. Among its key achievements, Kalego has developed a simple, effective, and permanent anti-fog treatment for medical endoscope lenses, providing a sustainable solution to visibility challenges in medical procedures.

UQAT's Institut de recherche en mines et environnement (IRME) focuses on the development of innovative environmental solutions for the entire mine life cycle. Through its expertise in exploration and mining, contaminated effluent treatment, environmental geochemistry, mineral processing and hydrogeology, IRME contributes to improving the competitiveness and acceptability of mining projects. Recognized in Canada and internationally, UQAT is a leader in mining and environmental research, with a considerable annual research volume.

Pharmascience, founded in 1983 and headquartered in Montreal, is the largest pharmaceutical employer in Quebec with 1,500 employees. We distribute our products in over 50 countries and annually invest $40-50 million in research and development (R&D), ranking us among the top 100 Canadian investors in 2024. We value our employees and young talents through various personal development programs and initiatives. In 2024, we were certified as a Great Place to Work for the third consecutive year and ranked among the top 50 best workplaces in Canada.

MasterLab provides high-quality laboratory analysis services for forage and food that meet the requirements of international standards and guidelines. The MasterLab team has been serving its clients for 60 years and provides laboratory services for the analysis of animal and human food. MasterLab is certified in precision nutrition, highlighting the connection between agri-food production, agricultural producers, and consumers.

Eurofins EnvironeX, where science becomes a superpower! As a global leader in life sciences, we offer a unique range of analytical testing services to ensure food, environmental, and pharmaceutical safety. With our team of over 62,000 heroes across 62 countries, we are transforming your environment into a safer, healthier, and more sustainable place.

Since 1946, Magnus has leveraged its expertise to create chemical and mechanical solutions for the industrial fluid treatment and water industries. As a sector leader in Canada, Magnus researches and develops innovative and environmentally friendly processes to optimize the performance and productivity of its clients' systems, while reducing their environmental impact as well as health and safety risks.

MAT Laboratory specializes in the sale of chemicals, customized solutions, and laboratory equipment. We support our clients with high-quality products tailored to the specific requirements of their industries and activities. Through our expertise and commitment, we provide tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each project. Our priority is to ensure reliability, speed, and service. Our motto: Exceeding expectations!

TransBIOTech is a college technology transfer center (CCTT) established in 1999. Affiliated with Cégep de Lévis, we are a non-profit organization specializing in R&D support for SMEs in biotechnology in Quebec, Canada, and beyond. We support innovation in life sciences SMEs by providing access to expertise in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, and pharmacology, while also contributing to the training of future professionals and the transfer of knowledge.

AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada; our scientists are highly qualified and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering, and other specialized services. With extensive staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we provide cross-sector analytical solutions for the environment, energy, mining, transportation, industry, agri-food, and life sciences sectors.

The Association of Clinical Biochemists of Quebec (ABCQ) is an organization that brings together clinical biochemists in Quebec and promotes the profession. Clinical biochemistry is one of the five specialties in medical biology and is primarily practiced in hospital laboratories. It deals with biochemistry in relation to human pathophysiological processes in order to determine diagnoses, establish prognoses, monitor the progression of diseases, and assess the effectiveness of treatments.

Merinov is the largest integrated applied research center in Canada specializing in fishing, aquaculture, processing, and value-added aquatic products. We leverage the talent and creativity of our experts to help businesses become more competitive in the market. Through technological innovation, our multidisciplinary team assists in implementing sustainable and efficient approaches for our clients. Research and development, technology transfer, process optimization, food product development, and industrial applications are just a few of the areas where our employees are reinventing the sea through our diverse range of services across four sectors.

CoeffiScience is the sectoral committee for the workforce in chemistry, energy, and processes. Among other things, we focus on strengthening and improving human resource management practices in these sectors while developing continuing education programs to maintain a skilled workforce. We also promote industry trades and initial training to the public, and ultimately, we encourage collaboration among stakeholders in the field.

TGWT Clean Technologies is a company specializing in water treatment in the industrial sector, using sustainable and innovative technologies to improve energy efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of its clients' operations. TGWT actively invests in the research and development of new products, offering biopolymer-based solutions tailored to industrial needs, focused on corrosion, scaling, and biofilm management. The company's mission is to make water treatment simple, sustainable, and cost-effective.

MFQ operates the open-pit mining complex at Lac Bloom, located about 13 km north of Fermont, Quebec, in the Labrador Trough. In collaboration with its Innu partners, it does so responsibly, with the expertise of its people and the trust of all its stakeholders. Its two concentrators, primarily powered by hydroelectricity, have a combined nominal capacity of 15 Mtpa and produce high-purity iron ore concentrate that helps decarbonize the steel industry to combat climate change. Founded on strong values of respect, ingenuity, transparency, and pride, the company employs over 1,300 people.

Nouveau Monde Graphite aims to drive the energy revolution with advanced, eco-friendly graphite materials for electric vehicles and clean technologies. From our mine to our battery material plant, we instill principles of sustainable development, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do. A 100% electric mine. Carbon-neutral operations. Responsibly extracted and processed materials. A partnership approach with Indigenous Nations and communities. A greener future.

Raison d'être: To provide sustainable packaging solutions to improve people's quality of life.
Mission: To excel in making everyday life better by providing more efficient and sustainable solutions through chemistry and materials.

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Agnico Eagle is a major Canadian gold mining company with operations in Canada, Australia, Finland, and Mexico. The Company's operations in Canada include, among others, the LaRonde complex, located in Preissac in Abitibi-Témiscamingue. The LaRonde mining complex stands out as the deepest mine in the Americas. We value trust, respect, equality, family, and responsibility. Why? Because these values reflect who we are and have contributed to our success for over 60 years.

With 100 years of history, our department is active in numerous cutting-edge research fields, including organic and medicinal chemistry, environmental analysis, materials chemistry, organic synthesis, supramolecular chemistry, membrane biophysics, ultrasensitive chemical analysis by laser spectroscopy, theoretical chemistry, molecular dynamics, surface and interface chemistry, and spectroscopy. The quality of research in the department is excellent, as evidenced by the high level of funding, the large number of scientific publications, and the numerous awards and distinctions received by our professors. Several of them are members of recognized research groups. Additionally, we have a fleet of sophisticated scientific equipment and excellent research facilities.

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