Montmagny, October 1, 2025 – The mobile ticketing system deployed in the MRCs of Montmagny and L’Islet stood out on the provincial stage during the annual conference of the Fédération québécoise des municipalités (FQM). Presented during the panel “Collaboration in Local Development: SADC and CAE and MRC Development Services”, this local innovation captured the interest of elected officials and economic development stakeholders from across Québec.

During the discussion moderated by Mr. Pascal Harvey, CEO of the Réseau des SADC et CAE, Ms. Mireille Thibault, Executive Director of the Centre d’aide aux entreprises (CAE) Montmagny–L’Islet, proudly showcased the project. She was joined by Mr. Frédéric Jean, Warden of the MRC of Montmagny, who took part in the panel, and Mr. Normand Caron, Warden of the MRC of L’Islet, who was present in the room to support this innovative initiative.

Developed to address the challenges of regions distant from urban centres, the mobile ticketing system tackles issues such as poor cellular coverage, an aging population, digital literacy gaps, and rural isolation. This project was made possible through a strong partnership between CAE Montmagny–L’Islet, Les Arts de la scène in Montmagny, the Centre socioculturel Gérard-Ouellet in Saint-Jean-Port-Joli, and Dépanneur Voisin Famille Simard in Saint-Pamphile.

Thanks to portable ticketing terminals installed in local businesses and strategic locations, the mobile ticketing system expands access to culture and sports. It ensures universal accessibility and drives traffic to local shops. This system fosters cultural and sports participation while generating local benefits: increased foot traffic, impulse purchases, and strong connections between culture, sports, and local commerce.

For organizers, the mobile ticketing solution offers a modern and secure management tool, enabling better insights into audience demographics, more effective communication with attendees, and reduced risks of fraud and cash handling.

“Mobile ticketing is a perfect example of the power of collaboration between the CAE and the MRCs. Five years after its launch, this innovation continues to be recognized as a driver of vitality and inclusion for rural communities. Its presentation at the FQM confirms its relevance and shows that projects rooted in local realities can inspire and shine throughout Québec,” said Mireille Thibault, Executive Director of CAE Montmagny–L’Islet.

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Source:
Christine Talbot, Communications and Local Development Advisor
CAE Montmagny–L’Islet
418-248-4815 | [email protected]