Positive Impact of the International Congress of Neuroimmunology 2023 in Québec City

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From August 20 to 24, 2023, the Québec City Convention Centre hosted the 16th edition of the International Congress of Neuroimmunology, generating impressive intellectual and economic spin-offs for Québec City.

Dr. Luc Vallières, Professor of Molecular Medicine at Université Laval, served as president of the organizing committee for this major event of the International Society of Neuroimmunology (ISNI). Dr. Vallières’ involvement and dedication, along with the support of the Québec City Convention Centre and Québec City’s Ambassadors’ Club teams, were instrumental in attracting this congress to Québec City, bringing together over 660 participants from around the world.

Official banner of the 16th edition of the International Congress of Neuroimmunology, with a picture of the ambassador Luc Vallières.

Promoting Life Sciences and Québec City

Dr. Vallières’ international congress was a success on many fronts, earning the “Event of the Year 2023” award from the Ambassadors’ Club. The event alone generated $1.5 million in economic benefits for the Québec City region, while also advancing knowledge and technology in the field of neuroimmunology and life sciences.

Speech by ambassador Luc Vallières as he received the 2023 Event of the Year award at the Hommage aux ambassadeurs 2024 evening.
Photo: Samuel Tessier
Dr Luc Vallières receiving the 2023 Event of the Year award, accompanied by Pierre-Michel Bouchard, President and CEO of the Québec City Convention Centre.
Photo: Samuel Tessier

Organizing an International Congress: An Enriching Experience!

Just like Dr. Vallières, are you interested in attracting an international life sciences convention to Québec City and enhancing the profile of your industry? The resources and support provided by the Québec City Convention Centre and the Ambassadors’ Club throughout every stage of event organization are your greatest assets in realizing this project.

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