The crossroads of Montreal's up-and-coming young cultural entrepreneurs.
If you're passionate about culture, between the ages of 18 and 35, and you're looking to develop your entrepreneurial skills, this program is for you!
“Porte d'entrée” is a free support service that will help you familiarize yourself with cultural entrepreneurship and bring your project to life in Montreal.
How does it work? Thanks to personalized follow-up meetings and a program designed to give you all the keys you need to get started.
On the program for this first edition: resources, panels and training courses highlighting the entrepreneurial initiatives of the BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
“Porte d'Entrée”, an initiative of Carrefour Jeunesse-emploi Montréal centre-ville to discover the inspiring world of entrepreneurship!
Two options are open to you: participate in the activities that interest you, or follow the entire program and benefit from individual coaching and a scholarship.
About
Programming
Noublood Finale
April 3rd 2025 - 3pm to 6.30pm
Noublood is a program for seasoned entrepreneurs in the cultural sector. After the 12 weeks of training, prototyping, and coaching, come and discover the 8 teams in the program and hear their testimonies about their progress.
Impact entrepreneurship
April 30th 2025 - 5.30pm to 7pm
have chosen. Invested in their communities, these entrepreneurs will share their inspiring experiences, giving you the keys to creating a positive and lasting impact within your own environment. A must-attend event to give profound meaning to your projects and build a fairer future.
Invited panelists :
Emilia Tamko - Fondatrice du Unature
Joseph André - Artiste multidisciplinaire et commisaire
Entrepreneurship or how to count on yourself
May 14th 2025 - 5.30pm to 7pm
During this panel, entrepreneurs from the cultural sector will openly share their journeys, challenges, and successes through the key themes of stress management, the importance of self-confidence, leadership development, and strategies to avoid burnout in a field as exciting as it is demanding.
Invited panelists :
Mamselle Ruiz - Artiste en musique et coach vocale
Sara Malpica - Entrepreneure et créatrice de contenu
Collaboration to go further
May 14th 2025 - 5.30pm to 7pm
During this panel, cultural entrepreneurs will share their insights on the power of connection and provide their keys to building strong and lasting relationships, both in person and online.
Invited panelists :
Aouatef Krikrou - Artiste en théâtre
Vicky Bertrand Ouellette - Fondatrice de Studio ZX
Spicey Landé - Chorégraphe montréalaise
Fuck up night
April 9th 2025 - 6pm to 8pm
Fuckup Nights is a global movement that originated in Mexico in 2012 and has since spread to more than 260 cities around the world. Its mission is to create experiences that challenge our perception of failure. The concept of the event is quite simple. You will be invited to listen to a professional failure story in 7 minutes, followed by a public Q&A session. We will welcome 3 entrepreneurs from diverse cultural backgrounds!
Know Yourself (the entrepreneurial profile)
May 5th 2025 - 9.30am to 12.30am
During this training, discover your strengths, talents, and what truly drives you. Learn to define a project that reflects who you are and to formulate a powerful "Why," serving as a source of inspiration and motivation in the long term. An essential first step to starting confidently and bringing your aspirations to life.
Trainer : Vicky Bertrand-Ouellette
Communicate (the pitch)
May 12th 2025 - 9.30am to 12.30am
Bring your ideas to life and share your vision with impact! This interactive workshop will enable you to master the art of the impactful pitch for your cultural project. Learn to communicate with clarity and confidence, captivate your audience, and give your ambitions an irresistible boost.
Trainer : Charlotte Olivier
Financing from the private sector
May 27th 2025 - 9.30am to 12.30am
Discover the different sources of private financing available to entrepreneurs, from foundations to crowdfunding platforms, and learn how to build a solid proposal to convince your future partners. An essential workshop for turning your ambitions into reality.
Trainer : Fannie Perron
The resources market
April 24th 2025 - 1pm to 4 pm
This exclusive online event brings together all the available resources in entrepreneurship and more in Montreal! Come and meet the organizations dedicated to supporting your journey.
Define the mission, vision and values
May 7th 2025 - 9.30am to 12.30am
This training provides you with the keys to gain clarity. On the agenda: discovering your deep aspirations, identifying your values, and formulating a mission and vision that reflect who you are. An essential workshop for building a solid foundation and embarking on the entrepreneurial adventure with confidence.
Trainer : Eben Kabamba Kiala
Understanding its environment
May 20th 2025 - 9.30am to 12.30am
This training will enable you to decipher the workings of the entrepreneurial world and the concept of environment. On the agenda: discovering the Business Model Canvas to define a compelling value proposition and conducting a strategic analysis of your market (Strengths, Weaknesses, Threats, Opportunities).
Trainer : Daisherling Cadet
The public funding
May 27th 2025 - 1pm to 4pm
This workshop will allow you to understand the various funding sources available, grasp eligibility criteria, and acquire the skills needed to build strong and convincing funding applications.
Trainer : Charlie Julien
Mentorship
Would you like to follow the entire program, receive a $1500 grant for your project, and benefit from personalized support from our artistic entrepreneurship advisor for your project?
Our call for applications is open from March 10 to April 16, 2025.
We’re offering:
Prioritized access to our conferences and trainings
Individual coaching and mentorship sessions
A space to host your ideas (events, ateliers, etc.)
A $1500 scholarship per team
