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  • Participant registration
  • Official opening of the congress and conference
  • Cocktail reception
  • Luncheon for delegates and accompanying guests
  • Tour
  • Free evening
  • Luncheon for delegates and accompanying guests
  • Tour
  • Cocktail reception, banquet and entertainment
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3 - DAY 1

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.: Registration

Opening of the congress and opening remarks by dignitaries

Details to follow

THURSDAY, JUNE 4 - DAY 2

THURSDAY, JUNE 4 - DAY 2

The bus will depart at 9:15 a.m. from Hôtel Forestel.

Have you ever found yourself more than 300 feet underground? If not, this is precisely what you will experience during this memorable visit to the Cité de l’Or. You will step into the world of miners from the Lamaque Mine era, dressed in a traditional mining suit, equipped with a headlamp and battery pack.

You will then be invited to discover Station Boréale, a unique accommodation concept offering luxury micro-refuges.

Lunch will be served at Resto Le Chalet.

Closed-toe shoes are required.

La soirée du jeudi est une soirée libre. Pour connaître la liste des restaurants de Val-d’Or, cliquez ici. 

FRIDAY, JUNE 5, - DAY 3​

Breakfast on your own starting at 6:00 a.m

The coach will depart from Hôtel Forestel at 8:45 a.m.

Come discover the first distillery in the world to use cattail in its spirits, Abitibi’s own Alpha Tango Distillery. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the development and production of spirits crafted from boreal herbs and spices. You will also have the chance to sample their distinctive products.

You are also invited to explore Abitibi’s brewing scene at Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur in Val-d’Or. These beer artisans will guide you through their production facilities while introducing you to the principles behind the creation of their popular brews.

You will then be invited to take part in a handcrafted candle-making workshop as well as a mixology workshop offered at Station Ludik.

The Friday gala evening will be held under the theme “Personnes en or.” You are invited to wear attire and/or accessories in black and gold.

6:00 p.m.: Cocktail reception in the lobby of Hôtel Forestel. Tasting samples from Distillerie Alpha-Tango and Microbrasserie Le Prospecteur will be offered.

The evening’s master of ceremonies will be Paul-Antoine Martel.

Paul-Antoine-Martel –

Originally from La Tuque and a proud resident of Val-d’Or, Paul-Antoine Martel holds degrees in literature, film studies and journalism. After completing his studies in Montréal, he returned to Val-d’Or, where he has served for more than 20 years as liaison and community relations officer for the City of Val-d’Or. Deeply committed to his community, he places his passion for regional history and culture at the heart of his initiatives, notably through La vraie virée valdorienne.

An experienced improviser, host and co-host of the independent program Quand pensez-vous?, he demonstrates remarkable ease and dynamism with words. Highly engaged in the cultural sector, he has contributed to several major regional events and was awarded the Prix Jeanne-Lalancette-Bigué in recognition of his dedication. Creative, unifying and a proud ambassador of Abitibi-Témiscamingue, he is the ideal host for this evening.

7:00 p.m.: Banquet and show – A five-course meal featuring a variety of regional products will be served.

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JEANNE CÔTÉ-DUMAIS

MARIE-PIER BÉDARD