Environment Zone Program

The  workshops will be presented exclusively in French

Welcome to the Environment Zone. Come meet a wide range of experts, including Echologique, Ekilab & Bio Dépollution, and NexDev, and take part in specially designed workshops. Chat with the Sûreté du Québec. Our experts will be available throughout the event — don’t miss this unique opportunity.

Nautisme Québec will also present its sustainable development initiatives, particularly its work with Quebec’s marinas.

Please note that some exhibitors will only be present for part of the event.

Perspectives on Environmental Issues and Navigation

Nautisme Québec

23 September 2026
12:00

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Demonstration of best practices for cleaning watercraft using a mobile washing station.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)

23 September 2026
12:00

A team from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is raising awareness among boating and outdoor enthusiasts about aquatic invasive species (AIS). The team will demonstrate best practices for cleaning watercraft using a mobile washing station. Their goal: to inform boaters about the most effective methods for preventing the spread of AIS in our waterways.

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Demonstration of best practices for cleaning watercraft using a mobile washing station.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)

24 September 2026
11:00

A team from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is raising awareness among boating and outdoor enthusiasts about aquatic invasive species (AIS). The team will demonstrate best practices for cleaning watercraft using a mobile washing station. Their goal: to inform boaters about the most effective methods for preventing the spread of AIS in our waterways.

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Meet Nicolas Voyer, Sergeant and Nautical Coordinator with the Road and Recreational Tourism Safety Strategies Division, Transportation Network Safety Bureau. Come chat with him at the Nautisme Québec Environment Pavilion to learn about boating safety best practices and discuss the issues surrounding safe, responsible boating.

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Fighting Invasive Species in Our Waterways

Ministère de l’Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs

24 September 2026
12:00

The Ministère de l’Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs is offering a workshop on the various invasive species affecting Quebec’s lakes and waterways. Their team will give you all the details on the best practices to adopt in the fight against invasive alien species.

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Perspectives on Environmental Issues and Navigation

Nautisme Québec

25 September 2026
11:00

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The ZIP committee will be on site on Friday, and a workshop will be held from 2:00 to 2:30 p.m. by Erin O’Hare, representing both the Comité ZIP (priority intervention zone committee) and the Table de concertation du Haut-Saint-Laurent et Grand Montréal. Come discover all the work being done by this regional roundtable. You’ll also have the chance to learn more about one of the region’s natural gems: the Lac Saint-François National Wildlife Area.

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Plastic Pollution in the St. Lawrence River and Our Oceans: What Can We Do?

Lyne G. Morissette, physicist, sailor, and marine weather specialist

25 September 2026
11:00

Lyne Morissette is an expert in marine conservation and science communication, engaged in innovative projects to protect our oceans and endangered species. Come meet Lyne to discuss plastic pollution in the St. Lawrence River and our oceans — and what we can do about it. Presented by Lyne G. Morissette, Ph.D., M.S.M., accredited mediator (IMAQ) and expert in ecosystem ecology and marine mammals.

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Meet Nicolas Voyer, Sergeant and Nautical Coordinator with the Road and Recreational Tourism Safety Strategies Division, Transportation Network Safety Bureau. Come chat with him at the Nautisme Québec Environment Pavilion to learn about boating safety best practices and discuss the issues surrounding safe, responsible boating.

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Perspectives on Environmental Issues and Navigation

Nautisme Québec

26 September 2026
10:00

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Climate Change and Its Impacts on the Boating Community

Benoit Villeneuve, physicist, sailor, and marine weather specialist

26 September 2026
10:00

Come discuss climate change — which is now well underway — with Benoit Villeneuve. What are its impacts on the boating community?

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Meet Nicolas Voyer, Sergeant and Nautical Coordinator with the Road and Recreational Tourism Safety Strategies Division, Transportation Network Safety Bureau. Come chat with him at the Nautisme Québec Environment Pavilion to learn about boating safety best practices and discuss the issues surrounding safe, responsible boating.

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From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Denise Cloutier and her organization will present their initiatives to raise awareness among boaters about best practices on freshwater lakes.

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Perspectives on Environmental Issues and Navigation

Nautisme Québec

27 September 2026
10:00

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Meet Nicolas Voyer, Sergeant and Nautical Coordinator with the Road and Recreational Tourism Safety Strategies Division, Transportation Network Safety Bureau. Come chat with him at the Nautisme Québec Environment Pavilion to learn about boating safety best practices and discuss the issues surrounding safe, responsible boating.

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At 2 p.m.: recycling and reusing recreational water in a closed loop, again and again

Aziz Gherrou, Ph.D., professor-researcher at Chembrains

27 September 2026
14:00

Did you know that recreational water can be recycled and reused in a closed loop, again and again? Water from pools, spas, splash pads, skating rinks, sinks, showers, and washing machines can all be recovered and reused. Come learn how with Aziz Gherrou, Ph.D., professor-researcher at Chembrains, on Sunday, September 27 at 2 p.m. An event not to be missed at the Environment Pavilion.

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