Welcome,
Exhibitors
Everything you need to know for a smooth and successful exhibition at IMLB 2026. Please read carefully before arrival.
IMLB 2026
Floor Plans
The exhibit area is located at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Both maps below will help you orient yourself before and during the event.
Venue Overview
All major zones — Plenary Room, Lunch Area, and Exhibit & Posters Area
Booth Assignments
Numbered booth locations for all 15 exhibitors
Location & Logistics
1001 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montréal
⚠ No deliveries at this address.
163 Saint-Antoine Street West
Montréal (Québec) H2Z 1X8
Open: 07:00 – 23:00 daily
Viger Parking — 1025 Chenneville St
Clearance: 1.81 m (5'11'')
QIM Parking — 249 Saint-Antoine St W
Clearance: 2 m (6'7'')
Delivery Instructions
- Accepted on set-up date only (June 14, 2026). Earlier shipments will be refused.
- Loading dock hours: 07:00 – 23:00
Event Name: IMLB 2026
Event Date: June 14 – 19, 2026
Company / Contact: _______________
Room / Booth No.: _____ / _____
No transport equipment (flat trucks, hand trucks, trolleys) is permitted once the carpet has been installed in the aisles.
Booth Setup & Standards
Storage of Empty Boxes
- Storage of empty boxes is mandatory and handled exclusively by Palais des congrès staff.
- Place all materials to be stored in crates or securely fastened to a skid. Labels will be provided by show management.
- Exhibitors have no access to the storage area during the exhibition.
What's Included in Your Booth
Based on your sponsorship level, one of the following modular booth configurations is included.
- 2 backwall panels (2.44m high)
- 4 siderail panels (2.44m high)
- Header with company name & logo
- Carpet 2m × 2m
- Track with 3 lights
- White counter 1m × 1m high
- 2 grey fabric stools
- Wastebasket
- Labor: set-up & dismantle
- 3 backwall panels (2.44m high)
- 4 siderail panels (2.44m high)
- Header with company name & logo
- Carpet 3m × 2m
- Track with 3 lights
- White counter 1m × 1m high
- 2 grey fabric stools
- Wastebasket
- Labor: set-up & dismantle
- 3 backwall panels (2.44m high)
- 6 siderail panels (2.44m high)
- Header with company name & logo
- Carpet 3m × 3m
- Track with 3 lights
- White counter 1m × 1m high
- 2 grey fabric stools
- Wastebasket
- Labor: set-up & dismantle
- 4 backwall panels (2.44m high)
- 8 siderail panels (2.44m high)
- Header with company name & logo
- Carpet 4m × 4m
- Track with 3 lights
- White counter 1m × 1m high
- 2 grey fabric stools
- Wastebasket
- Labor: set-up & dismantle
For booth customization, telecommunications, and banner installation, place orders through one of the two portals below:
Adhesive Materials
- Double-sided tape: Polyken 105c LPDE or Scapa 274004 / DC-W002A
- Wall mounting: 3M Wall Mounting Tabs No. 7220
Loading Dock Procedures
The loading and unloading dock is located at 163 St. Antoine West, H2Z 1X8.
- 1 Upon arrival, obtain a mandatory pass from the attendant at the loading dock.
- 2 A maximum of 15 minutes is permitted to unload your vehicle.
- 3 Vehicles left at the loading dock for more than 15 minutes are subject to towing or applicable parking fees.
- 4 Blue trolleys are readily available at the loading dock to assist with transporting materials.
- 1 Smaller vehicles have priority at the start of dismantle. Trucks with trailers, cube trucks, and heavier vehicles have access thereafter.
- 2 Doors between Level 2 (exhibit) and the loading dock remain closed until all aisle carpeting is completely removed.
- 3 Blue trolleys available from the loading dock once doors are opened.
- 4 Empty boxes brought to booths by Palais staff once visitors have vacated and all aisle carpet is removed.
- 5 A pass will be given by the loading dock attendant once all materials have been delivered to your booth.
Rules & Restrictions
All exhibitors must read and comply with the Palais des congrès official installation rules. Covers booth construction, prohibited materials, fire safety, electrical requirements, and floor weight restrictions.
Safety & Insurance
- Exhibitors must carry their own liability insurance. The Palais assumes no responsibility for theft, damage, or injury.
- No alcoholic beverages are permitted during set-up and dismantle.
- Children under 16 are not permitted to assist during set-up/dismantle.
- Comply with Montréal Fire Dept. regulations at all times.
Prohibited Items & Activities
- Sticker distribution of any kind is strictly prohibited.
- Confetti and similar items are forbidden. Cleanup costs will be charged to the exhibitor.
- Helium balloons require pre-approval from the Palais.
- Forklifts are prohibited in carpeted rooms.
- Smoking is prohibited inside the building. Permitted outside at ≥ 9 m from all access doors.
- Any equipment producing disruptive noise or odors may be ordered to stop at the promoter's discretion.
Booth & Space Conduct
- Promotional activities and prize draws must take place inside your booth only.
- Prize draws require authorization from the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux du Québec (RACJ).
- Maintain minimum clearances: 45 cm from trap doors, sprinkler heads, and freestanding structures.
- Do not obstruct corridors, elevators, escalators, emergency exits, fire extinguishers, or signage at any time.
Cleaning
- At day's end, place garbage bins in the aisles outside your booth. Bins left inside will not be emptied.
- All residual glue, paint, or stains after dismantle will be cleaned by Palais staff at the exhibitor's expense.
Floor Load Capacity
Max: 1,464 kg/m² (300 lbs/ft²)
Exceeding this requires a feasibility study and protective measures at exhibitor's expense.