The congress
The largest bilingual (English/French) dental convention in North America
This not-to-be-missed event is aimed at all dental professionals, whether you are a member of the dental team or an industry exhibitor.
Let's shape the future of dentistry together
For more than five decades, the JDIQ has been introducing cutting-edge technologies and best practices to the dental community to help shape the future of dentistry. It is also a hub of opportunity for sharing excellence in knowledge, continuing education, and networking. A highly anticipated event, JDIQ gathers audiences from near and far who are passionate about oral health.
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The JDIQ is the meeting point for dental industry leaders, where innovation and knowledge are shared in a unique atmosphere. Explore the key moments that have shaped this must-attend event through our collection of memories in images. Dive into the history, reconnect with familiar faces, and be inspired by these memorable moments that reflect the dedication of the dental community.
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Disclaimer and non-endorsement
The Journées dentaires internationales du Québec (JDIQ) and the Ordre des dentistes du Québec (ODQ) make every effort to present high-level speakers in each field of dentistry. The content of the lectures, training sessions and presentations is the sole responsibility of the speakers. The JDIQ and the ODQ do not endorse the products, techniques, services or materials presented at these conferences or workshops and disclaim all liability in this regard.
For those attending workshops, please be aware of the potential risks associated with using new techniques and procedures without having fully attained a competency level to practise them.
Certificates of attendance
JDIQ records attendance electronically for all participants except students. To obtain Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for a conference presented on Monday or Tuesday, the participant must have registered his or her attendance within the first 45 minutes of the start of the presentation. Anyone arriving after this time will not receive the CEUs allocated for that conference or be able to claim them after the conference.
Please note that approximately 3 weeks after the event, a certificate of attendance will be automatically sent to all delegates (excluding students) who provided a valid e-mail address when registering.
Continuing education register
Each participant is responsible for keeping their continuing education (CE) file up to date. It is also up to all participants to have their badges scanned by the session monitor before the start of the lecture to record proof of attendance.
To report your CE units, you must enter your training hours in your Continuing Education Register. Training hours are automatically converted into CE units. For example, for a 3-hour workshop, enter 3 hours and the conversion to 6 CE units will take place automatically.
The continuing education units (CEUs) you have completed will automatically be added to your continuing education record after the conference.
For all ODQ members:
- 1 hour of theoretical course = 1 CEU.
- 1 hour of practical course = 2 CEUs.
Exhibition Hall Visits
All ODQ members who visit the exhibition hall can also accumulate CEUs, at the rate of one unit per day, up to a maximum of 2 units.
Dental hygienists are responsible for both entering their training hours into their continuing education record on the Campus HD online learning platform and keeping their supporting evidence (certificate) in case it is required, for example, during a professional inspection.
Effective April 1, 2024
In accordance with Article 6 of the new Regulation on Mandatory Continuing Education for Dental Hygienists, training activities offered during the Journées dentaires internationales du Québec (JDIQ) are recognized by the Order. The calculation of these activities is based on the number of hours:
- For activities attended during the pre-congress (Friday to Sunday), enter the number of hours for each training session;
- 2.5 hours are allocated per half-day on Monday and Tuesday;
- One hour per day is granted for visiting exhibitors for a total of 2 hours for the entire congress duration.
Please note that the name badge must be validated by an attendant at the entrance of each activity, including the exhibitor hall.
JDIQ’s identification number with the AGD is 214623.
Three CE points will be earned for a half-day session and 6 CE points for a full-day session. One bonus point may be earned with a workshop. Full-day session must be attended in its entirety (AM and PM)—partial points will not be allocated for attending only a portion of a full-day continuous session. To receive the 6 CE points for a continuous session, attendees must scan in the AM and again in the PM.
CE points earned may be attributed to one of the following Quality Assurance (QA) Categories as per the RCDSO QA program:
- Category 1: core courses (including an independent assessment)
- Category 2: clinical courses
- Category 3: practice management, personal development and general attendance in the Exhibit Hall
In order to verify attendance and ensure that attendance records are accurate, dentists must Scan IN to all sessions they attend. For Category 1 (Core) courses, all ODA members need to Scan IN and Scan OUT.
Category 1 (Core) courses:
- Scan IN
- Complete the independent assessment (quiz), print name and ODA membership number
- Hand in the assessment to the session monitor and then Scan OUT of the session
Category 2 and 3 courses:
- Scan IN
Please note that you cannot earn credit for the Exhibit Hall and courses during the same half-day.
Continuing education register
Each participant is responsible for keeping their continuing education (CE) file up to date. It is also up to all participants to have their badges scanned by the session monitor before the start of the lecture to record proof of attendance.
To report your CE units, you must enter your training hours in your Continuing Education Register. Training hours are automatically converted into CE units. For example, for a 3-hour workshop, enter 3 hours and the conversion to 6 CE units will take place automatically.
The continuing education units (CEUs) you have completed will automatically be added to your continuing education record after the conference.
For all ODQ members:
- 1 hour of theoretical course = 1 CEU.
- 1 hour of practical course = 2 CEUs.
Exhibition Hall Visits
All ODQ members who visit the exhibition hall can also accumulate CEUs, at the rate of one unit per day, up to a maximum of 2 units.
Dental hygienists are responsible for both entering their training hours into their continuing education record on the Campus HD online learning platform and keeping their supporting evidence (certificate) in case it is required, for example, during a professional inspection.
Effective April 1, 2024
In accordance with Article 6 of the new Regulation on Mandatory Continuing Education for Dental Hygienists, training activities offered during the Journées dentaires internationales du Québec (JDIQ) are recognized by the Order. The calculation of these activities is based on the number of hours:
- For activities attended during the pre-congress (Friday to Sunday), enter the number of hours for each training session;
- 2.5 hours are allocated per half-day on Monday and Tuesday;
- One hour per day is granted for visiting exhibitors for a total of 2 hours for the entire congress duration.
Please note that the name badge must be validated by an attendant at the entrance of each activity, including the exhibitor hall.
JDIQ’s identification number with the AGD is 214623.
Three CE points will be earned for a half-day session and 6 CE points for a full-day session. One bonus point may be earned with a workshop. Full-day session must be attended in its entirety (AM and PM)—partial points will not be allocated for attending only a portion of a full-day continuous session. To receive the 6 CE points for a continuous session, attendees must scan in the AM and again in the PM.
CE points earned may be attributed to one of the following Quality Assurance (QA) Categories as per the RCDSO QA program:
- Category 1: core courses (including an independent assessment)
- Category 2: clinical courses
- Category 3: practice management, personal development and general attendance in the Exhibit Hall
In order to verify attendance and ensure that attendance records are accurate, dentists must Scan IN to all sessions they attend. For Category 1 (Core) courses, all ODA members need to Scan IN and Scan OUT.
Category 1 (Core) courses:
- Scan IN
- Complete the independent assessment (quiz), print name and ODA membership number
- Hand in the assessment to the session monitor and then Scan OUT of the session
Category 2 and 3 courses:
- Scan IN
Please note that you cannot earn credit for the Exhibit Hall and courses during the same half-day.
Below you will find details about the operation of the Journées Dentaires Internationales du Québec, which will take place from May 30 to June 3, 2025. If you have any further questions and the answer is not found here, feel free to write to us.
The name badge printing stations will be available on level 1 of the shopping gallery at the Palais des congrès from Friday, May 30, to Tuesday, June 3, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
A printing station will be available at Le Westin Hotel on Sunday, June 1, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The registration desk will be located in the Viger Hall and will be open from Friday, May 30, to Tuesday, June 3, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The exhibition hall will be open on Monday, June 2, and Tuesday, June 3, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST – On Monday, June 2, and Tuesday, June 3, from 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., a complimentary continental breakfast will be offered to all attendees in the bistro section of the exhibition hall.
PAID FOOD SERVICES – On Monday, June 2, and Tuesday, June 3, Croque Palais will offer a cold meal menu (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and a hot meal menu (9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Food stations will be located near the bistro section at the back of the exhibition hall and in the food court.
To view Croque Palais menus:
- Hot menu (coming soon…)
- Cold menu (coming soon…)
NETWORKING HOUR – On Monday, June 2, and Tuesday, June 3, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., the “Networking Hour” event will take place. A drink will be offered to all visitors in the bistro section of the exhibition hall, with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available.
Places are not reserved.
For early arrivals, the ‘first come, first served’ principle applies.
Coffee breaks are at the discretion of the speakers.
Temperatures may vary from room to room, so please dress accordingly.
Babies carried by a parent are allowed in the conference rooms and exhibition hall. Children aged 12 and over are permitted in the exhibition hall and must be registered for the exhibition only.
Disruptive behavior will result in revocation of this privilege.
Strollers are strictly forbidden in the conference rooms and exhibition hall. The Palais des congrès has no childcare facilities. Check with your hotel concierge for this service.
Breast-feeding room
A breastfeeding room will be available for mothers who need it. The room will be located on level 6. However, for security and control reasons, you will need to go to the Ordre des dentistes du Québec information desk in Viger Hall to gain access to the room.
During the congress, representatives are strictly forbidden to attend the conferences taking place on the 5th floor. We thank you for respecting this rule, to ensure the smooth running of the sessions for all participants.
It is strictly forbidden to hold or organize any private networking event as part of the Journées dentaires internationales du Québec (JDIQ). This rule is intended to preserve the integrity of the official program and to offer all participants a fair and rewarding experience. Thank you for your cooperation.
On Monday, June 2 and Tuesday, June 2, the JDIQ conference schedule is from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.*
*Times are subject to change.
COURSE NOTES – Course notes are available on the website and mobile app at the speaker’s discretion.
FREE WI-FI – Take advantage of the free wireless connection inside the Palais des Congrès.
Please complete this form to obtain an invitation letter from the Order of Dentists of Quebec for your Canadian visitor visa. The letter will be sent to you automatically by email after submission. A separate form must be completed for each conference participant.
Comité du développement de l'exercice de la médecine dentaire
For the year 2024
Dr Jonathan Lang, Dr Michel Lussier, Dr René Lord, Dr André Chartrand, Dre Christine Nadeau, Dr Luc Gauthier, Dr Nicolas Laliberté, Dre Annik Pelletier, Dr Stéfan Haas-Jean, Dr Mazen El-Abiad, Dr Philippe Wang
JDIQ Team
Mme Jacynthe Potvin, Mme Natalie Séguin, Dre Véronic Deschênes, Dr Mario Auger, Mme Christine Favreau
