Accelerate your globalization through business mentorship!
PARCOURS IME FRANCE
Leverage the power of a network and benefit from the experiences of entrepreneurs in Quebec and the IME France network to succeed with your project!
The Parcours IME France is an international entrepreneurship mentorship program. It brings together growing entrepreneurs who share similar challenges. This allows entrepreneurs with strong growth potential from various sectors to accelerate their development and improve their business’ standing in the province of Quebec and in France. Since its creation, the Parcours has contributed to the growth of over 90 businesses in the region.
What does the Parcours include?
The Parcours IME France offers:
- Matching with a mentor from SAGE mentorat d’affaires;
- A mission in France – Paris and other cities to be determined based on participants’ goals, with several business meetings related to your sector;
- Special access to the IME France network and preparatory meetings with French entrepreneurs;
- Development workshops and valuable training on growth management, globalization and the pillars of an organization;
- Meetings with inspiring entrepreneurs in Quebec and France;
- Business coaching by professionals from your ORPEX throughout the journey.
REGISTRATIONS 2026
Cost:
$8750 + tax per entrepreneur*
Criteria:
- Generate a turnover of over $500,000.
- Have a management role and at least 20% of ownership;
- Be matched or be interested in being matched with a business mentor;
- Have your head office in the Quebec province;
- Have at least 3 full-time employees;
- Market your products or services for at least the past 2 years.
Interested? We want to know you! Submit your application using the expression of interest form. We will contact you to discuss your admission into the program.
* See registration page for detailed inclusions/exclusions.
EVENTS CALENDAR
The Parcours IME France program takes place over a period of almost 8 months. Here is an overview of the events for the next edition:
- March 2, 2026 : Application deadline;
- April 2026: Beginning of the Parcours;
- May 2026: Training sessions and meetings with inspiring Quebec et France entrepreneurs;
- September 2026: Preparation for the trade mission and training sessions; Meetings with inspiring Quebec entrepreneurs;
- November 15 to 20, 2026: Mission in Paris.
For more information
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Adèle Mercier
International Business Development Advisor
Québec International -
Nathalie Stoltz
2025-26 mentees
News from our mentees
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Sportpulsion SAS and Ferreol Skis sign sales agreement in France
Jonathan Audet | 2022-2023 cohort
This agreement represents an important step towards internationalizing the company and conquering international markets.
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TRINOMA and Moveck Solution Inc. join forces: a partnership for innovative motion analysis solutions
Arnaud Barré | 2024-2025 cohort
French company Trinoma and Quebec-based Moveck formalized their partnership on February 4, 2025, at an event held at the Délégation générale du Québec à Paris (DGQP). The aim of this alliance is to offer advanced solutions for the quantification of movement, meeting the needs of clinics, hospitals and research laboratories, as well as the challenges of parasport and high-level sport.
A STRONG NETWORK TO SUPPORT YOUR SUCCESS
By taking part in the Parcours IME Europe, you will not only benefit from the expertise of the organizing partners, but also access a vast network of contacts in the Québec City region and Europe, as well as receive support and insights to deepen your own reflections.
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Experts in funding and the innovation ecosystem
To learn more about the available programs to help fund your business projects.
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Experts in markets and e-commerce
Increase your local presence, explore even further by entering global markets, and harness the potential of e-commerce with the support of our experts in commercialization and export.
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Experts in international recruitment
Find the skilled people you need to grow with the support of international recruitment experts.
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Experts in productivity and digital transformation
Increase your production capacity to meet your expansion and growth targets with the support of experts in automation, digital transformation, and productivity growth.
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Experts du marché français
Ayez des yeux et des oreilles sur le marché convoité grâce à un accès privilégié avant, pendant et après votre mission commerciale. L'institut de mentorat entrepreneurial (IME) France accompagne 1200 entrepreneurs, mentors et mentorés, sur toute la France.
THE AMBASSADORS
Throughout their Parcours IME Europe journey, mentees can exchange with eminent guests during high-quality conferences. These renowned business leaders from the Québec City region or the IME France network will share their experiences, challenges, failures and advice with the cohort of entrepreneurs. Here are some of the mentors and speakers who honoured us with their presence during previous cohorts.
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Germain Lamonde - QUÉBEC
Fondateur et président exécutif du conseil d'administration d'EXFO
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Stephane Bohbot - FRANCE
Fondateur et CEO d'Innov8
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Laurent Simoneau - QUÉBEC
Président, co-fondateur et CTO de Coveo
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Farid Lahlou - FRANCE
Co-fondateur et Président directeur-général de BonjourCyber
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Vincent Thériault - QUÉBEC
Co-président-directeur général et co-fondateur de Surmesur
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Pascal Teurquetil - FRANCE
Pascal Teurquetil, Président de Glen Dimplex Holding France, anciennement Président directeur général du groupe Muller
TESTIMONIES THAT SPEAK VOLUMES
Québec International introduces the mentees in the Parcours IME Europe 2021–2022. Meet the mentees and witness the power of business mentorship in accelerating globalization for Quebec businesses!
- Andrea Gomez, Omy Laboratoires
- Benoît Mercier, PolarMade
- David Bertrand, Ludux
- Julie Blais, BiMoo
- Marie-Hélène David, Myni
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The preferential rate for the IME France Program is made possible thanks to the financial support of the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, BCF Business Law and Mallette.
Contact us today!
Reach out to Québec International for any questions you may have, to book an appointment, or to discuss your project. Our team will be in contact with you as soon as possible.
