Venue Information

ISPOR 2025 will be held May 13th – 16th, 2025 at the Montreal Convention Centre

1001 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, 
Montreal, QC, H2Z 2B3
Métro Place-d'Armes

Located right in the heart of the city, Montréal’s Convention Centre, Palais des congrès de Montréal, is not your average meeting venue. Behind its iconic multi-colored façade, this BOMA BEST certified facility offers 508 756 sq. ft. (47 265 m²) of event space for association meetings, trade shows, corporate events, galas, and more. The high-tech facility also boasts a massive rooftop patio with breathtaking views of Montréal. The Montréal Convention Centre has been actively contributing to Montréal’s effervescence since day one. Today, when people meet at the centre, they come together in a carbon-neutral architectural masterpiece housing multipurpose facilities suitable for events of all sizes.

Access to Montréal Convention Centre

The Montréal Convention Centre is located right in the downtown core, approximately 19 kilometres from the Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, and just steps away from many historic sites, world-class shopping and dining, the Old Port, and the Entertainment District. The centre is accessible by car, metro, bus, taxi, Bixi (bike), and on foot. More than 16,000 hotel rooms are located within a 10-minute walk, including approximately 4,000 rooms that are directly accessible via an underground pedestrian network.

For information on additional entrances, parking, and parking rates, click here. 

Getting There

Attendees arriving at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) for ISPOR 2025 have several convenient transportation options to reach the Palais des congrès de Montréal (Montreal Convention Center). For those preferring public transit, the 747 Express Bus and the REM train offer a fast link from the airport to Gare Centrale, from where the convention center is a short walk or metro ride away. Taxis, Ride sharing, Car rentals, and private shuttles are also available for added flexibility. For more information, visit the Montreal Airport Transportation Services website.

Venue Services

Coat Check: Located on Level 2, Viger Hall. The coat check is managed completely through the Palais. Charges for the coat room at $4.00 per article/per day. Cash, debit or credit is accepted.

Hours of Operation 

  • Tuesday, May 13: 7:00 am – 8:30 pm
  • Wednesday, May 14: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm
  • Thursday, May 15: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm 
  • Friday, May 16: 7:00 am – 1:30 pm

Lactation Suite: Located on Level 4.

Hours of Operation 

  • Tuesday, May 13: 7:00 am – 8:30 pm
  • Wednesday, May 14: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm
  • Thursday, May 15: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm 
  • Friday, May 16: 7:00 am – 1:30 pm

First Aid: Located on Level 3, Room 338, Infirmary

Hours of Operation 

  • Tuesday, May 13: 7:00 am – 8:30 pm
  • Wednesday, May 14: 6:30 am – 7:00 pm
  • Thursday, May 15: 6:30 am – 7:00 pm
  • Friday, May 16: 6:30 am – 1:00 pm

Food and Beverage at The Montreal Convention Centre

There are dining options in and around the Montreal Convention Centre. Conveniently located on Level 1 of the Montreal Convention Centre is The Galleries of the Palace. At The Galleries of the Palace, multiple dining options offer ease and convenience to the conference

Additionally, on Level 5, Foyer 518, attendees can find Croque Palais, which offers grab-and-go options to enjoy in between sessions. Please note that this is not provided by ISPOR, and menu items are available for purchase. The Croque Palais will be open the following hours.

  • Sunday, May 13: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Wednesday, May 14 and Thursday, May 15: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Universal Accessibility

We strive to hold meetings, conferences, and professional gatherings where no attendee feels excluded due to disabilities, allergies, or personal preferences. We recognize not all disabilities require accommodations, and some are invisible. While we do not require attendees to disclose their needs, contact us at conferences@ispor.org or complete the accessibility questions during the registration process for individualized support.

Please Note: Wheelchairs are available for loan at consumer shows free of charge and must be reserved in advance. Please contact us to place a reservation. A valid ID is required as a deposit and will be returned upon the wheelchair’s return. If the event is already in progress, wheelchairs may be available without a reservation, subject to availability, at the coat check in Viger Hall.

Health & Safety

ISPOR is committed to the health and well-being of our attendees. We are monitoring the local and CDC guidance and working with Palais safety professionals to develop and execute our health and safety plan. Our health and safety plan will be updated with further details as necessary. Please visit our ISPOR 2025 website for the most up-to-date health and safety information, registered conference attendees will receive important updates via email.Convention Visitors Bureau