Created by Caserne, FORUM is a not-so-formal assembly of global creative leaders. Held annually in Montreal, it brings together designers and artists on a mission to network, educate, and create. Inspired by international summits, each event addresses a relevant topic—always with love and good energy at the top of the agenda.

Observation and creation of hybrid practices that bring typography and photographic images, materiality and virtuality, programming and fabrication into dialogue. This theme explores tangibility combined with digital possibilities, integrating traditional knowledge with contemporary practice.

Montreal, designated a UNESCO City of Design in 2006, is home to a thriving graphic design scene, including a wide range of talented designers and creative agencies working in diverse industries. The metropolis’ bilingual and multicultural identity has influenced an aesthetic that blends elements of European and North American styles.

The city’s rich history allows talented Montrealers to broaden their creative horizons. Montreal’s graphic design community is known for its supportive nature, with designers often working together on projects and sharing resources, as well as knowledge. This spirit of mutual support has led to the creation of several design studios.