The Thérèse-De Blainville MRC is turning its attention to artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool for innovation in the municipal world. On September 29, 2025, the regional county municipality will host a half-day event at the Centre culturel Thérèse-De Blainville, dedicated to exploring how AI can be applied to improve the day-to-day operations of local community organizations.
The initiative is part of the MRC’s Signature Innovation project, formally titled L’application de l’intelligence artificielle au monde municipal (AIAMM). The program seeks to position AI as a practical resource for municipalities and grassroots organizations, particularly in administrative areas such as inventory management, project tracking, finance, and accounting.
“Artificial intelligence is a lever we cannot ignore to modernize the way we work,” said Eric Westram, prefect of the MRC and mayor of Rosemère. “It offers concrete solutions for municipalities and organizations that want to improve internal processes while meeting the challenges of managing sensitive data. This event is a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas on the future of our region and identify best practices for integrating AI responsibly and securely.”
The morning program will feature presentations from experts active in Québec’s AI ecosystem. Anne Nguyen from the Conseil d’innovation du Québec will provide an overview of the state of AI in the province and highlight issues around protecting sensitive data. Julie Boivin and Benoit Balmana will discuss the progress made under the MRC’s Signature Innovation banner, while Alexandre de Planivore will address how AI can strengthen links between strategic planning and operational decision-making.
For Julie Boivin, deputy prefect of the MRC and mayor of Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines, the stakes are clear: “In our MRC, we are committed to the continuous improvement of the services we provide to residents. AI is an opportunity for us to deliver services that are not only more efficient but also more accessible, by simplifying how we manage resources. This event is the perfect occasion for our community organizations to discover together how AI can make a daily difference.”
The event is open to community organizations, municipal representatives, members of the AIAMM steering committee, and local media including Télévision des Basses-Laurentides and Journal Nord Info. Participation is free of charge, but registration is mandatory at aiamm.oc@mrc-tdb.org.
By bringing together elected officials, administrators, and innovation specialists, the Thérèse-De Blainville MRC hopes to create a common space for reflection and action around one of the most debated technological tools of the decade. With the AIAMM project, the region is signaling its intent not only to keep pace with global innovation trends but also to tailor them to the needs of local communities.
