The next morning David, I have breakfast and then drive to the Montréal office of humanware, this office is known as the Innovation Centre. It has the technical teams, which includes software, engineering, hardware, engineering, and quality assurance.
Once we finished our meetings, David introduces me to Poutine. A classic dish served in these parts.  The best way I can describe it is as a warm hug from your grandmother.
We then go back to the hotel and catch up on emails and a little rest.
Later that afternoon David surprises me and treats me to a Pink Floyd exhibition. For many years now an exhibition of Pink Floyd memorabilia known as their model remains has been touring Europe and the Americas. As chance would have it. It’s on in Montréal for another week and David secured tickets.
“Their Mortal Remains” exhibition, celebrates the legendary band’s career and impact on music and culture. The exhibition, which was held at the Arsenal Contemporary Art Centre in downtown Montréal, is a must-see for any true fan of Pink Floyd.
Walking into the exhibition, the first thing that struck me was the sheer scale of the displays. From the giant inflatable pig from the Animals album cover to the enormous metal heads from the 1994 tour, the exhibition immerses you in the band’s world and leaves you feeling as if you’ve stepped into one of their live shows.
The exhibition is divided into several rooms, each representing a different era in the band’s history. The first room explores Pink Floyd’s early days in London’s underground music scene, featuring original concert posters and handbills from their early shows.
Moving through the exhibition, you’ll encounter rooms dedicated to some of Pink Floyd’s most iconic albums, including The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, and The Wall. Each room is filled with rare artifacts and memorabilia, including handwritten lyrics, instruments, and stage costumes.
One of the highlights of the exhibition is the interactive installations, which allow you to experience Pink Floyd’s music in a whole new way. In one room, you can step into a replica of the recording studio where the band recorded The Dark Side of the Moon and listen to isolated tracks from the album. In another room, you can don a pair of headphones and immerse yourself in a 360-degree audiovisual experience of the band’s iconic live shows.
Overall, “Their Mortal Remains” is an unforgettable tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time. As a Pink Floyd fan, it was an emotional and awe-inspiring experience that left me with a deeper appreciation for the band’s music and legacy. If you have the chance to see the exhibition, I highly recommend it.
After the exhibition, we meet up with Arlinda from the humanware team and enjoy dinner in a restaurant in downtown Montréal. The restaurant name translates from French to English as The Terrible Children. But there is nothing terrible about it. We enjoy a delicious fare and talk the night away. After dinner, David and I return to the hotel and enjoy a couple of quiet whiskeys. It’s been a busy 10 days at the conference and visits to him in there and we reflect on our time together. We thought some strong relationships, not only with each other but with our teams. We are looking forward to a bright and positive working relationship.
