Originally, the term Ludo-Outaouais referred to a gaming event taking place in this region, and this name has survived through the ages until today. (Although it is also called "Ludo 2024" for short.) In the past, an association with the same name managed the event, but it is now run by Ludo-Gatineau, a non-profit organization.
Ludo-Gatineau is the non-profit board game organization in Gatineau in Outaouais.
Ludo-Outaouais is the name of the major event organized by Ludo-Outaouais every year.

People who attend these meetings do so for many reasons.
For beginners, it's an opportunity to discover new games of all styles, but also to meet players whose tastes (and strategies) differ from their own circle of players.
For veterans, it's the pleasure of seeing passionate players who live on the other side of the province, and whose presence around a table is always appreciated.
These meetings are also an opportunity to try out a new product that you are considering purchasing, a rarer or out-of-print game, games for larger groups, and other playful oddities.
You can also buy used games, or even sell games that you have played too many times.
Game stores and distributors come to present and offer new products.
And of course, tournaments, entertainment and discovering Gatineau's wonderful community centers.

Your registration fees are primarily used for site rental, as well as meals included, if applicable. Ludo-Gatineau is a non-profit organization. Any profits (if applicable) are reinvested in the organization of future events.

This is understandable, especially since the gaming community knows each other quite well, which can be intimidating for a beginner. However, the participants are also very open to meeting new people - after all, we're here to have fun, right? Post yourself in the game library and keep an eye out. If a group is about to start a game that interests you, don't be afraid to offer to join them; they'll probably accept. If it doesn't work out, we'll just try again!

They're clearly masochists, aren't they? More seriously, even if people take care of their games, the desire to share their passion with others simply takes over. What's more, Ludo-Gatineau uses a computerized loan system that keeps track of who has borrowed what. In general, participants are very respectful of each other's games, and the number of incidents (damaged or missing games) has remained minimal for over 20 years.

Great! Do you also want to share your hobby? That's to your credit! However, be sure to check with the organizers. They already have access to some well-stocked "game libraries," and will therefore be especially looking for new or rarer games.
Before the event, we publish a list of games that will be available for loan, to help you see if we are missing anything.

The Ludo-Outaouais loan system allows you to know if a desired game is available for loan, if it is currently available, and where it is located (roughly) in the game library.

You just want to make sure you have a copy, without necessarily giving it to everyone. Well, yeah. You just have to keep these games with you, or in your car just in case, etc.

We often have games on display, supervised by experienced instructors. And of course, many players will be happy to explain the rules of their favorite game. It's also important to understand that the average player won't remember the rules of every game they own. If the game in question is relatively old or rare, it's possible that no one will remember the rules, even if it's available for loan. But hey, rulebooks have to be useful, right?

Although this isn't the main focus, some local shops will allow you to purchase games on site.
Individuals can also choose to sell their used games during the event at the bazaar.

Ludo typically offers meal-inclusive packages, depending on the year. (You can confirm on the registration page.) Depending on the year, some snacks and drinks (fruit, coffee, water, juice) may also be offered, while others (chips, soft drinks) will be sold on site.

The consensus is that games loaned by others should be treated with respect. However, no convention is going to establish a "snack police" or a "can Gestapo"—especially since if people are playing with their own game, who are we to stop them?
Our advice would be to keep two things in mind: Do you really know how much the game you're playing is worth? Are you willing to pay that cost? Accidents happen so quickly...
We strongly suggest using resealable bottles or other leak-proof containers.