The RDV élixir
Registration opening soon !
Stay tuned : all details about RDV Élixir and the list of finalists will be revealed starting November 6, 2025.
A virtual celebration of excellence in project management
The Élixir Gala is evolving and becoming RDV élixir, a 100% virtual event free for our members and open to the entire community.
A reimagined format designed to bring people together, recognize achievements, and showcase the talents shaping project management in Québec and across the Francophonie.
An engaging and accessible event
The PMI-Montréal community and project management professionals are invited to gather online to celebrate the projects, teams, and individuals who are advancing the discipline.
Inspiring careers, projects with purpose
Each finalist of the Élixir Awards will be featured in a dedicated presentation, offering a closer look at the projects, journeys, and accomplishments of this 19th edition. The event will conclude with the announcement of the 2025 award recipients.
Testimonial from Joëlle Brodeur, MGP, MBA, PfMP® | President and CEO of the Olympic Park.
“Being a winner of the PMI-Montréal Élixir Awards, particularly in the Project of the Year category, is an incredible recognition from the project management community and a showcase of the quality of our teams’ work. The effort invested in the application process allows us to take the necessary step back from the delivered project to observe and document excellence in project management, and to be proud of it.„
The Élixir Awards
For the past 19 years, PMI- Montréal has been highlighting Québec's project managers by celebrating their success.
The Élixir Awards reward the best in project management in Québec. This expertise spans all fields and industries.
A true showcase of excellence and innovation, it recognizes outstanding practices and the individuals who exemplify the project management profession.
Project of the Year
The Project of the Year Award highlights, distinguishes, and celebrates outstanding performance and excellence in project management practices, regardless of the team’s field of expertise.
The subcategories are designed to ensure fairness and consistency in the evaluation process by taking into account the specific context of each project. They promote broader accessibility to participation for all organizations and ensure coherence in comparisons.
Thank you for your participation.
The finalists will be announced during the week of October 13. Stay tuned!
PMO of the Year
The PMO of the Year Award recognizes project management offices (PMOs), regardless of their structure or positioning within the organization, as long as they oversee project portfolios, programs, and/or projects.
Eligible PMOs must demonstrate how they have enhanced the organization’s project, program, or portfolio management maturity, or contributed to its strategic alignment.
Thank you for your participation.
The finalists will be announced during the week of October 13. Stay tuned!
NEW CATEGORY!
Social Impact Project of the Year
In 2025, a new category is introduced: the Social Impact Project of the Year Award.
This award recognizes a meaningful initiative that has made a significant impact within its community through the application of project management expertise and the ability to translate complex social issues into solutions integrated within the broader societal ecosystem.
The project must demonstrate a strong commitment to leveraging project management to drive notable change, address critical social challenges, and place social impact at the core of its business model.
Thank you for your participation.
The finalists will be announced during the week of October 13. Stay tuned!
Nextgen Professionnal of the Year
This category recognizes project managers with three to eight years of experience in the field. These professionals stand out for their dedication, impact, and leadership potential, and are regarded by their peers as the next generation of leaders. With this award, PMI-Montréal highlights the talent of emerging project managers and proudly supports their professional journey.
Thank you for your participation.
The finalists will be announced during the week of October 13. Stay tuned!
Discover the 2024 recipients
Through the Élixir Awards, PMI-Montréal promotes excellence in project management and celebrates both individual and collective achievements across Québec.
EMERGING PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR
Carole Foka, Hydro-Quebec
Accompanied by Nicolae Panaitescu, President of the Jury for this category
PMO OF THE YEAR
Nacima Bouzerar, Solotech
Accompanied by Nicolae Panaitescu, President of the Jury for this category
PROJECT OF THE YEAR
DECASULT - New Head Office for the National Bank of Canada
Part of the project team
VOLUNTEERS OF THE YEAR 2023
The “ Volunteers of the Year ” category recognizes PMI-Montreal members whose exceptional commitment, dedication and contributions have had a significant impact on the community and the chapter's activities.
COPILOT OF THE YEAR
Christian Zarka
Accompanied by Catherine Laramée, Executive Director of PMI-Montreal
INVESTED AMBASSADOR OF THE YEAR
Nicolae Panaitescu
Accompanied by Catherine Laramée, Executive Director of PMI-Montreal
MGP ESG UQAM CAREER AWARDS
As a valued partner, ESG UQAM is taking advantage of the elixir evening to present the ESG UQAM Career Award.
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MGP ESG UQAM CAREER AWARDS
Barbara Trachsel
Accompanied by Ms Olga Navaro Flores, Representant of ESG-UQAM
