Summer School: Inclusion, Sustainability, and Digital Technology

Explore the trends shaping the fashion industry

Inclusivity - Diversity - 3D Design - Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Body Scanning - Circular Economy - Eco-design

Why? 

• To learn about the concepts of inclusivity and diversity and their applications in the fashion and apparel industry,  
• To understand the circular economy model and its circularity strategies,
• To discover responsible uses of technology in the apparel value chain. 
   

Program

A rich and diverse program: interactive lectures, discussions with experts and industry professionals, hands-on workshops featuring specialized software and equipment, group reflection exercises, and much more!

Day 1 - Welcome, Introduction, and Digital Technology Focus 

• Existing technologies that promote inclusivity in fashion and apparel
• Hands-on experience with equipment and software in our labs: body scanning, robotic mannequins, CLO 3D design software, and more!

Day 2 – Inclusivity Focus 

• Definition, theory, and case studies in the fashion and apparel industry
• Discussions on the reality of inclusivity and diversity in the workplace
   

Day 3 – Company Visits: Inclusivity, Diversity, and Digital Technology at the Heart of Local Businesses

• Discovering companies committed to inclusivity or diversity
• Presentation on the role of digital technology in the operations of Montreal-based companies

Day 4 – Focus on Artificial Intelligence

• Introduction, ethical considerations, and case studies on digital AI tools
• Workshop experimenting with various AI tools in product development and marketing:  
  • Generating clothing designs
  • Creating advertising visuals

Day 5 – Focus on Sustainability

• Introduction to the circular economy and its strategies
• Hands-on workshops on the principles of eco-design and textile recycling
   

Day 6 – Summary of Learning and Closing of the Summer School

• Exploring companies committed to sustainability and the circular economy
• Case studies related to the concepts covered (team work)
• Summary discussion on the Summer School’s learning outcomes and networking

Program subject to change

Who is it for? 

This is for you if you:

• Are a college or university student
• Have a strong interest in issues related to inclusion and diversity, as well as in digital technology and new technologies
   

Language of the course
The course will be taught in French, so a good command of French is required. 

Where, when, and how much?

• Location: Cégep Marie-Victorin and other locations in Montreal  
• Dates: June 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, and 10, 2026
• Schedule: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
  (Monday through Wednesday for two weeks)
• Price:
  • $170 per person (plus taxes) - Early bird rate
  • $190 per person (plus taxes) - General admission

Information and Registration

To register, please click here (until May 29 at 12 p.m.)