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SUMMARY:Been There\, Done That! A Movers and Shakers Panel
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\nHave you ever wanted to pick the brain of an uber successful business person? Wondered what makes them tick? How they did it? If they ever thought about throwing in the towel? THIS IS YOUR CHANCE! Join us as we host a panel with the Mawji Centre Advisory Council. Hear from Ashif Mawji\, Blaine LaBonte\, Marshall Sadd\, Dave Mowat and Lyle Best. Come prepared to gain first hand experience. \nThis event is being hosted in Y240 (Nexen Theatre) \nLocation\n\nNAIT Spartan Centre Y 240 (Nexen Theatre) \n10304-10524 117A Avenue Northwest \nEdmonton\, AB T5G \nView Map \n\n\n\nRead more Read less
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/been-there-done-that-a-movers-and-shakers-panel/
LOCATION:NAIT Campus\, 11762 - 106 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5G2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Governance,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191028T120000
DTSTAMP:20190914T222334Z
CREATED:20190914T222334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190914T222334Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond your 30 Second Commercial - How to Sell Yourself Without Selling
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\nVery few people are born with natural marketing skills or the knowledge of how to engage with new potential customer/clients. These are skills that must be developed and practiced. Outstanding customer/client engagement starts with clearly knowing what your value proposition is and how to talk about it. \nWorkshop Outcomes: \nIn this 50-minute workshop\, participants will walk away with: \n· A clear understanding of how to develop their value proposition \n· What real customer/client engagement looks like \n· How to position themselves as a trusted advisor \n· Why perspective clients/customers will want to do business with you \nThis session will be hosted in CAT 309D \nLocation\n\nNAIT CAT Building CAT 309D \n10304-10524 117A Avenue Northwest \nEdmonton\, AB T5G \nView Map \n\n\n\nRead more Read less
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/beyond-your-30-second-commercial-how-to-sell-yourself-without-selling-2/
LOCATION:NAIT Campus\, 11762 - 106 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5G2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Marketing,Media & Communications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191028T120000
DTSTAMP:20190914T222407Z
CREATED:20190914T222334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190914T222407Z
UID:8792-1572260400-1572264000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Beyond your 30 Second Commercial - How to Sell Yourself Without Selling
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\nVery few people are born with natural marketing skills or the knowledge of how to engage with new potential customer/clients. These are skills that must be developed and practiced. Outstanding customer/client engagement starts with clearly knowing what your value proposition is and how to talk about it. \nWorkshop Outcomes: \nIn this 50-minute workshop\, participants will walk away with: \n· A clear understanding of how to develop their value proposition \n· What real customer/client engagement looks like \n· How to position themselves as a trusted advisor \n· Why perspective clients/customers will want to do business with you \nThis session will be hosted in CAT 309D \nLocation\n\nNAIT CAT Building CAT 309D \n10304-10524 117A Avenue Northwest \nEdmonton\, AB T5G \nView Map \n\n\n\nRead more Read less
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/beyond-your-30-second-commercial-how-to-sell-yourself-without-selling/
LOCATION:NAIT Campus\, 11762 - 106 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5G2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Marketing,Media & Communications
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191026T160000
DTSTAMP:20190915T024920Z
CREATED:20190915T024920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T024920Z
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SUMMARY:Ladies Learning Code Open House - Canada Code YEGTECH
DESCRIPTION:Ladies Learning Code: YEGTech Open House (For All Ages) – Edmonton\nCanada Learning Code | Canada en programmation\nSaturday\, October 26\, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (MDT)\n\nEdmonton\, AB\n\nIn partnership with Startup Edmonton\, we’re closing out Startup Week by hosting our first ever ALL-AGES event! This Halloween-themed event gathers together some of our favourite tech community groups\, meetups\, non-profits\, and local businesses. Come try out tons of rad activities while getting to know the people behind Edmonton’s thriving tech community! Did we mention costumes and candy\, too?! If you’re part of the Tech Community: Come meet your counterparts in our vibrant tech community. Look for opportunites to collaborate and possibly recruit new members or employees. \nWho is this for?\nAnyone who is already a part of the Edmonton tech community\, is interested in getting involved\, or is just curious. From ages 5-95. \nNew to tech:\nFor kids\, parents\, or adult learners. We’re bringing you tons of tech-related activities from CLC and some of our friends in the community. Learn to write code\, program a human\, build a piano out of bananas\, and more. This is a great way to learn what “code” or “robotics” or “engineering” even mean\, without having to commit for a full workshop. Stay for an hour or five: it’s all good! \nAlready a part of the tech community:\nEver wondered what it would be like to volunteer for CLC\, a local meetup\, or a student group? Hey\, us too! Come out to talk one-on-one with the volunteers themselves about what the commitment is like\, what you need to know\, and what you get out of it. An easy way to get all the details before signing up. \nPart of a group already\, but looking to collaborate: \nWe’ve got your back. You’re welcome to come and network to find your next partner to get your amazing ideas off the ground. \nHey you! Have you joined the Canada Learning Code mailing list? If not\, join here.\n\nQuestions? Email us at edmonton@canadalearningcode.ca
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/ladies-learning-code-open-house-canada-code-yegtech-2/
LOCATION:Startup Edmonton HQ\, 301\, 10359 - 104 Street\, Edmonton\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Education,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191026T160000
DTSTAMP:20190915T024920Z
CREATED:20190915T024920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T024920Z
UID:8847-1572084000-1572105600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Ladies Learning Code Open House - Canada Code YEGTECH
DESCRIPTION:Ladies Learning Code: YEGTech Open House (For All Ages) – Edmonton\nCanada Learning Code | Canada en programmation\nSaturday\, October 26\, 2019 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (MDT)\n\nEdmonton\, AB\n\nIn partnership with Startup Edmonton\, we’re closing out Startup Week by hosting our first ever ALL-AGES event! This Halloween-themed event gathers together some of our favourite tech community groups\, meetups\, non-profits\, and local businesses. Come try out tons of rad activities while getting to know the people behind Edmonton’s thriving tech community! Did we mention costumes and candy\, too?! If you’re part of the Tech Community: Come meet your counterparts in our vibrant tech community. Look for opportunites to collaborate and possibly recruit new members or employees. \nWho is this for?\nAnyone who is already a part of the Edmonton tech community\, is interested in getting involved\, or is just curious. From ages 5-95. \nNew to tech:\nFor kids\, parents\, or adult learners. We’re bringing you tons of tech-related activities from CLC and some of our friends in the community. Learn to write code\, program a human\, build a piano out of bananas\, and more. This is a great way to learn what “code” or “robotics” or “engineering” even mean\, without having to commit for a full workshop. Stay for an hour or five: it’s all good! \nAlready a part of the tech community:\nEver wondered what it would be like to volunteer for CLC\, a local meetup\, or a student group? Hey\, us too! Come out to talk one-on-one with the volunteers themselves about what the commitment is like\, what you need to know\, and what you get out of it. An easy way to get all the details before signing up. \nPart of a group already\, but looking to collaborate: \nWe’ve got your back. You’re welcome to come and network to find your next partner to get your amazing ideas off the ground. \nHey you! Have you joined the Canada Learning Code mailing list? If not\, join here.\n\nQuestions? Email us at edmonton@canadalearningcode.ca
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/ladies-learning-code-open-house-canada-code-yegtech/
LOCATION:Startup Edmonton HQ\, 301\, 10359 - 104 Street\, Edmonton\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Education,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191023T180000
DTSTAMP:20190915T020638Z
CREATED:20190915T020638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T020638Z
UID:13807-1571842800-1571853600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:2019 Innovation Awards U of A
DESCRIPTION:Description\nSince 2013\, the Innovation Awards honour University of Alberta researchers\, their ground breaking technologies and the commercialization community that helps bring their innovations from out of the lab and into the world. \nJoin us to celebrate the researchers who received a U.S. patent and have an active private partner. Those who have created a University of Alberta spin-off company will also be recognized. This event showcases some of the university’s best and brightest innovators whose achievements are poised to improve our quality of life and build a strong economic future for Alberta. \nSpeakers:\nTBD \nAgenda:\n3 – 3:30 p.m. Networking\n3:30 – 5 p.m. Awards presentation\n5 – 6 p.m. Reception and networking \nFollowing the awards presentation\, beverages and light refreshments will be served. \nLocation\n\nTIMMS CENTRE for the ARTS\, University of Alberta \n87 Avenue\, 112 St NW\, Edmonton \n3-146 Fine Arts Building \nEdmonton\, AB T6G 2C9 \nView Map \n\nParking:\nHeated underground parking is available for over 300 vehicles at the TIMMS CENTRE/TELUS parking lot. There is also metered parking behind the building and in several outdoor parking lots nearby.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/2019-innovation-awards-u-of-a-2/
LOCATION:Univeristy of Alberta\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Research,Science,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191023T180000
DTSTAMP:20190915T020638Z
CREATED:20190915T020638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T020638Z
UID:8833-1571842800-1571853600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:2019 Innovation Awards U of A
DESCRIPTION:Description\nSince 2013\, the Innovation Awards honour University of Alberta researchers\, their ground breaking technologies and the commercialization community that helps bring their innovations from out of the lab and into the world. \nJoin us to celebrate the researchers who received a U.S. patent and have an active private partner. Those who have created a University of Alberta spin-off company will also be recognized. This event showcases some of the university’s best and brightest innovators whose achievements are poised to improve our quality of life and build a strong economic future for Alberta. \nSpeakers:\nTBD \nAgenda:\n3 – 3:30 p.m. Networking\n3:30 – 5 p.m. Awards presentation\n5 – 6 p.m. Reception and networking \nFollowing the awards presentation\, beverages and light refreshments will be served. \nLocation\n\nTIMMS CENTRE for the ARTS\, University of Alberta \n87 Avenue\, 112 St NW\, Edmonton \n3-146 Fine Arts Building \nEdmonton\, AB T6G 2C9 \nView Map \n\nParking:\nHeated underground parking is available for over 300 vehicles at the TIMMS CENTRE/TELUS parking lot. There is also metered parking behind the building and in several outdoor parking lots nearby.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/2019-innovation-awards-u-of-a/
LOCATION:Univeristy of Alberta\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Research,Science,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191009T120000
DTSTAMP:20190914T221125Z
CREATED:20190914T221125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190914T221125Z
UID:13788-1570622400-1570622400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Your Business First Steps - A Lean Model Canvas Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\nCreating a lean business model canvas is critical for startups to ensure focus. The one-page lean business canvas distills your business plan down to a one-page document making it easier to share\, communicate and focus on the most valuable work. If you will not be seeking funding for your business\, you may never develop a formal business plan. If you are seeking funding\, the lean model canvas is the best first step. \nIn this session led by The Business Link and small business mentor David Bayda\, you will learn how to use the business canvas\, one-page document and action plan. You will be introduced to this amazing tool and then we will get hands-on and build a lean model canvas. After this session you will be given blank canvases and have the opportunity to book one-on-one appointments to review your business’ canvas. \nThis session will be hosted in CAT 309D. \nNAIT CAT Building CAT 309D 10304-10524 117A Avenue Northwest Edmonton\, AB T5G \nView Map
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/your-business-first-steps-a-lean-model-canvas-workshop-2/
LOCATION:NAIT Campus\, 11762 - 106 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5G2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Industry,Marketing,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191009T120000
DTSTAMP:20190914T221125Z
CREATED:20190914T221125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190914T221125Z
UID:8788-1570622400-1570622400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Your Business First Steps - A Lean Model Canvas Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\nCreating a lean business model canvas is critical for startups to ensure focus. The one-page lean business canvas distills your business plan down to a one-page document making it easier to share\, communicate and focus on the most valuable work. If you will not be seeking funding for your business\, you may never develop a formal business plan. If you are seeking funding\, the lean model canvas is the best first step. \nIn this session led by The Business Link and small business mentor David Bayda\, you will learn how to use the business canvas\, one-page document and action plan. You will be introduced to this amazing tool and then we will get hands-on and build a lean model canvas. After this session you will be given blank canvases and have the opportunity to book one-on-one appointments to review your business’ canvas. \nThis session will be hosted in CAT 309D. \nNAIT CAT Building CAT 309D 10304-10524 117A Avenue Northwest Edmonton\, AB T5G \nView Map
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/your-business-first-steps-a-lean-model-canvas-workshop/
LOCATION:NAIT Campus\, 11762 - 106 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5G2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Industry,Marketing,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191003T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191003T133000
DTSTAMP:20190915T011436Z
CREATED:20190915T011436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T011436Z
UID:13801-1570102200-1570109400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence: Using AI in Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence and machine learning are major buzzwords right now. But as much as people are talking about AI\, what does it actually mean for business? Our panel speakers will explore and answer this question and more\, including: \n\nWhat exactly is AI/ML and why is it happening now?\nWhy is there an opportunity here in Edmonton?\nWhen is AI/ML a fit\, and how do we even take a first step towards a project?\nAnd\, most importantly: how do we embark on an AI/ML strategy where we can actually get ROI?\n\nFear not\, this will be a tech-free talk. No jargon\, no geek-speak\, just a basic look at artificial intelligence\, machine learning and what they can do for business. \nMeet the Speakers:\n\nCory Janssen\, Co-founder and CEO of AltaML Inc.\, and President of Galt Capital\nAnna Koop\, Senior Scientific Advisor\, Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute\nPatrick Pilarski\, Canada Research Chair in Machine Intelligence for Rehabilitation\, Associate Professor\, Department of Medicine\, University of Alberta and Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute Fellow\nCurtis Stange\, President and CEO\, ATB\n\nThe panel discussion will be moderated by Kyle Murray\, Vice Dean & Professor of Marketing\, University of Alberta School of Business. \nOctober 3\, 2019\n11:30 AM – 1:15 PM\n11:30 AM — Registration \n11:45 AM — Lunch & Networking \n12:15 PM — Panel discussion/Q&A \n1:15 PM — Event conclusion \nRoyal Alberta Museum\, Amiskwaciy Theatre & Lobby\n9810 103 A Ave NW\, Edmonton \n$60 per person\n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/artificial-intelligence-using-ai-in-your-business-2/
LOCATION:Royal Alberta Museum\, 9810 103 A Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Research,Small Business,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191003T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191003T133000
DTSTAMP:20190915T011436Z
CREATED:20190915T011436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T011436Z
UID:8815-1570102200-1570109400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence: Using AI in Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence and machine learning are major buzzwords right now. But as much as people are talking about AI\, what does it actually mean for business? Our panel speakers will explore and answer this question and more\, including: \n\nWhat exactly is AI/ML and why is it happening now?\nWhy is there an opportunity here in Edmonton?\nWhen is AI/ML a fit\, and how do we even take a first step towards a project?\nAnd\, most importantly: how do we embark on an AI/ML strategy where we can actually get ROI?\n\nFear not\, this will be a tech-free talk. No jargon\, no geek-speak\, just a basic look at artificial intelligence\, machine learning and what they can do for business. \nMeet the Speakers:\n\nCory Janssen\, Co-founder and CEO of AltaML Inc.\, and President of Galt Capital\nAnna Koop\, Senior Scientific Advisor\, Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute\nPatrick Pilarski\, Canada Research Chair in Machine Intelligence for Rehabilitation\, Associate Professor\, Department of Medicine\, University of Alberta and Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute Fellow\nCurtis Stange\, President and CEO\, ATB\n\nThe panel discussion will be moderated by Kyle Murray\, Vice Dean & Professor of Marketing\, University of Alberta School of Business. \nOctober 3\, 2019\n11:30 AM – 1:15 PM\n11:30 AM — Registration \n11:45 AM — Lunch & Networking \n12:15 PM — Panel discussion/Q&A \n1:15 PM — Event conclusion \nRoyal Alberta Museum\, Amiskwaciy Theatre & Lobby\n9810 103 A Ave NW\, Edmonton \n$60 per person\n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/artificial-intelligence-using-ai-in-your-business/
LOCATION:Royal Alberta Museum\, 9810 103 A Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Research,Small Business,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191001T130000
DTSTAMP:20190914T221300Z
CREATED:20190914T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190914T221300Z
UID:8786-1569931200-1569934800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Will My Idea Fly?
DESCRIPTION: How to research if your Business Idea is a good one.\nDescription\n\n\n\nAre you working on an idea for a business or planning to? What are the next steps? How do you make sure your idea is a good one? How do you know your idea will fly? In this interactive session Garrett will take us through a process to vet all the data and information to you. We will get on-line and discover how to sift through the plethora of data and information available to you and find what is relevant. \nPlease bring your laptop or device so you can get hands-on! Garrett Fleck is a Finance Graduate from NAIT turned Marketer who is passionate about the Online Reputations of businesses all over Canada. \nThis session will be hosted in CAT 309D. \nNAIT CAT Building CAT 309D 10304-10524 117A\, Avenue Northwest\, Edmonton\, AB T5G \nView Map \n\n\nRead more Read less
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/will-my-idea-fly/
LOCATION:NAIT Campus\, 11762 - 106 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5G2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Innovation,Small Business
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20191001T130000
DTSTAMP:20190914T220729Z
CREATED:20190914T220729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190914T220729Z
UID:13787-1569931200-1569934800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Will My Idea Fly?
DESCRIPTION: How to research if your Business Idea is a good one.\nDescription\n\n\n\nAre you working on an idea for a business or planning to? What are the next steps? How do you make sure your idea is a good one? How do you know your idea will fly? In this interactive session Garrett will take us through a process to vet all the data and information to you. We will get on-line and discover how to sift through the plethora of data and information available to you and find what is relevant. \nPlease bring your laptop or device so you can get hands-on! Garrett Fleck is a Finance Graduate from NAIT turned Marketer who is passionate about the Online Reputations of businesses all over Canada. \nThis session will be hosted in CAT 309D. \nNAIT CAT Building CAT 309D 10304-10524 117A\, Avenue Northwest\, Edmonton\, AB T5G \nView Map \n\n\nRead more Read less
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/will-my-idea-fly-2/
LOCATION:NAIT Campus\, 11762 - 106 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5G2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Innovation,Small Business
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190926T220000
DTSTAMP:20190913T222556Z
CREATED:20190913T222556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T222556Z
UID:13782-1569520800-1569535200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:EPL Gala
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with General Rick Hillier\nSupport EPL and help make a tremendous impact in your community. All proceeds from the evening will support the revitalization of the Stanley A. Milner Library\, one of Edmonton’s most loved and best used community services. \nJoin us at 6 p.m. on Thursday\, September 26 at the Edmonton EXPO Centre for a sit-down dinner\, silent auction\, and keynote speech by General Rick Hillier\, one of Canada’s most celebrated leaders. \nEvent Details\nEdmonton EXPO Centre from 6 to 10 p.m.\nIndividual tickets – $250 each\nTable of ten – $2\,250\nSponsored table of ten – $3\,000 \nSponsorship packages are still available! Please contact Narissa Kanji to learn more and confirm your sponsorship package.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/epl-gala-2/
LOCATION:Edmonton Expo Centre
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Learning,The Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190926T220000
DTSTAMP:20190913T222556Z
CREATED:20190913T222556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T222556Z
UID:8766-1569520800-1569535200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:EPL Gala
DESCRIPTION:An Evening with General Rick Hillier\nSupport EPL and help make a tremendous impact in your community. All proceeds from the evening will support the revitalization of the Stanley A. Milner Library\, one of Edmonton’s most loved and best used community services. \nJoin us at 6 p.m. on Thursday\, September 26 at the Edmonton EXPO Centre for a sit-down dinner\, silent auction\, and keynote speech by General Rick Hillier\, one of Canada’s most celebrated leaders. \nEvent Details\nEdmonton EXPO Centre from 6 to 10 p.m.\nIndividual tickets – $250 each\nTable of ten – $2\,250\nSponsored table of ten – $3\,000 \nSponsorship packages are still available! Please contact Narissa Kanji to learn more and confirm your sponsorship package.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/epl-gala/
LOCATION:Edmonton Expo Centre
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Learning,The Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190922T170000
DTSTAMP:20190913T214719Z
CREATED:20190913T214719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T214719Z
UID:13778-1568880000-1569171600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:University of Alberta Alumni Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Alumni Weekend\nCome back to campus\, reconnect with friends\, and be a part of the great things happening at the U of A.\nPlan Your Visit\nFind out all you need to know about visiting campus for Alumni Weekend — where to stay\, where to park\, where to eat\, how to buy official alumni merchandise and much more! \nLearn more \nWhat’s On?\nBrowse Events Listing \nSignature Events\n  \nThursday\, Sept. 19 \nAlumni Awards \nFriday\, Sept. 20 \nClass of ’69 Cap ’n’ Gown \nWhat Will Your Legacy Be? \nGolden Bears Hockey & Block Party \nSaturday\, Sept. 21 \nKids on Campus \nU of A in a Day \nRelax Damn It! Keynote Lecture by Timothy Caulfield \nGolden Grads Dinner \nSunday\, Sept. 22 \nAlumni Weekend Concert
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/university-of-alberta-alumni-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Univeristy of Alberta\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Research,Sustainability,Technology,The Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190922T170000
DTSTAMP:20190913T214719Z
CREATED:20190913T214719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T214719Z
UID:8757-1568880000-1569171600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:University of Alberta Alumni Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Alumni Weekend\nCome back to campus\, reconnect with friends\, and be a part of the great things happening at the U of A.\nPlan Your Visit\nFind out all you need to know about visiting campus for Alumni Weekend — where to stay\, where to park\, where to eat\, how to buy official alumni merchandise and much more! \nLearn more \nWhat’s On?\nBrowse Events Listing \nSignature Events\n  \nThursday\, Sept. 19 \nAlumni Awards \nFriday\, Sept. 20 \nClass of ’69 Cap ’n’ Gown \nWhat Will Your Legacy Be? \nGolden Bears Hockey & Block Party \nSaturday\, Sept. 21 \nKids on Campus \nU of A in a Day \nRelax Damn It! Keynote Lecture by Timothy Caulfield \nGolden Grads Dinner \nSunday\, Sept. 22 \nAlumni Weekend Concert
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/university-of-alberta-alumni-weekend/
LOCATION:Univeristy of Alberta\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Research,Sustainability,Technology,The Arts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190918T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190918T130000
DTSTAMP:20190913T213442Z
CREATED:20190913T213442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T213442Z
UID:13776-1568806200-1568811600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Lunchalytics
DESCRIPTION:Startup Edmonton \nWednesday\, September 18 at 11:45 AM \n\n\n\nAnalytics is the use of data and analysis to improve the performance of an organization. In other words\, it’s the search for a free lunch. Ergo\, we combine compelling speakers with a free lunch. \nThe topic this month is environmental analytics. \nSpeaker 1: Andrew Read\, City of Edmonton \nSpeaker 2: Evan DeLancey\, Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute \nFood starts at 1145\, speakers start at high noon. \nWe’ll see you there! \n\n\n\nhttps://www.meetup.com/startupedmonton/events/260656655/
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/lunchalytics-2-2/
LOCATION:Startup Edmonton HQ\, 301\, 10359 - 104 Street\, Edmonton\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190918T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190918T130000
DTSTAMP:20190913T213442Z
CREATED:20190913T213442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T213442Z
UID:8752-1568806200-1568811600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Lunchalytics
DESCRIPTION:Startup Edmonton \nWednesday\, September 18 at 11:45 AM \n\n\n\nAnalytics is the use of data and analysis to improve the performance of an organization. In other words\, it’s the search for a free lunch. Ergo\, we combine compelling speakers with a free lunch. \nThe topic this month is environmental analytics. \nSpeaker 1: Andrew Read\, City of Edmonton \nSpeaker 2: Evan DeLancey\, Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute \nFood starts at 1145\, speakers start at high noon. \nWe’ll see you there! \n\n\n\nhttps://www.meetup.com/startupedmonton/events/260656655/
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/lunchalytics-2/
LOCATION:Startup Edmonton HQ\, 301\, 10359 - 104 Street\, Edmonton\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190917T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190917T190000
DTSTAMP:20190913T212506Z
CREATED:20190913T212506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T212506Z
UID:13774-1568734200-1568746800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:ICD Fall Governance Event
DESCRIPTION:As CEO at AIMCo\, Kevin Uebelein has a unique lens on the economic picture across Alberta\, the availability  of investment capital in the province\, and the role that  good governance must play. He will provide an insightful and candid look at the opportunities and threats that businesses across Edmonton and Northern Alberta face\, as the provincial government endeavours to build a diversified economic base and a sustainable government spending plan. \nSPEAKER \nKevin Uebelein joined the Alberta Investment Management Corporation as Chief Executive Officer in January 2015. AIMCo is responsible for managing over $115 billion of pension and endowment assets. \nPrior to joining AIMCo\, Mr. Uebelein was President and Chief Executive Officer of Pyramis Global Advisors\, the institutionally-focused asset management unit of Fidelity Investments\, holding assets in excess of USD 200 billion. He was also the Global Head of Investment Solutions at Fidelity Investments. Previously\, Mr. Uebelein held a variety of positions with Prudential Financial Inc.\, including Head of Alternative Investments\, and culminating as Chief Investment Officer for International Operations. \nMr. Uebelein holds a Bachelor of Accounting from Harding University\, and an MBA from Rice University. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and holds the ICD.D designation. Mr. Uebelein is on the board of the Canadian Coalition for Good Governance (“CCGG”) and is the Chairman of The AIMCo Foundation\, which supports financial education.\nREGISTER INSCRIRE \nSeptember 17\, 2019 \nRegistration:  3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.\nSession: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.\nReception: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. \nJW Marriott Edmonton\nWayne Gretzky Ballroom C\n10344 102 Street\nEdmonton\, Alberta \nMember: $50 +tax (price applies to guests also)\nNon-member: $100 +tax \nEdmonton Chapter Canada \nJoline Veitch\nedmontoninfo@icd.ca
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/icd-fall-governance-event-2/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Hotel\, 10344 102 St NW\,\, Edmonton\,\, AB\, T5J 0K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Board of Directors,Education,Entrepreneurs,Governance,Government,Industry,Leadership,Learning,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190917T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190917T190000
DTSTAMP:20190913T212506Z
CREATED:20190913T212506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T212506Z
UID:8746-1568734200-1568746800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:ICD Fall Governance Event
DESCRIPTION:As CEO at AIMCo\, Kevin Uebelein has a unique lens on the economic picture across Alberta\, the availability  of investment capital in the province\, and the role that  good governance must play. He will provide an insightful and candid look at the opportunities and threats that businesses across Edmonton and Northern Alberta face\, as the provincial government endeavours to build a diversified economic base and a sustainable government spending plan. \nSPEAKER \nKevin Uebelein joined the Alberta Investment Management Corporation as Chief Executive Officer in January 2015. AIMCo is responsible for managing over $115 billion of pension and endowment assets. \nPrior to joining AIMCo\, Mr. Uebelein was President and Chief Executive Officer of Pyramis Global Advisors\, the institutionally-focused asset management unit of Fidelity Investments\, holding assets in excess of USD 200 billion. He was also the Global Head of Investment Solutions at Fidelity Investments. Previously\, Mr. Uebelein held a variety of positions with Prudential Financial Inc.\, including Head of Alternative Investments\, and culminating as Chief Investment Officer for International Operations. \nMr. Uebelein holds a Bachelor of Accounting from Harding University\, and an MBA from Rice University. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and holds the ICD.D designation. Mr. Uebelein is on the board of the Canadian Coalition for Good Governance (“CCGG”) and is the Chairman of The AIMCo Foundation\, which supports financial education.\nREGISTER INSCRIRE \nSeptember 17\, 2019 \nRegistration:  3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.\nSession: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.\nReception: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. \nJW Marriott Edmonton\nWayne Gretzky Ballroom C\n10344 102 Street\nEdmonton\, Alberta \nMember: $50 +tax (price applies to guests also)\nNon-member: $100 +tax \nEdmonton Chapter Canada \nJoline Veitch\nedmontoninfo@icd.ca
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/icd-fall-governance-event/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Hotel\, 10344 102 St NW\,\, Edmonton\,\, AB\, T5J 0K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Board of Directors,Education,Entrepreneurs,Governance,Government,Industry,Leadership,Learning,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190913T090000
DTSTAMP:20190913T211145Z
CREATED:20190913T211145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T211145Z
UID:8741-1568361600-1568365200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Launch of the 2020 Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program (C2MP)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Canadian innovator and entrepreneur in life sciences or healthcare?\nDo you have a product or technology you would like to showcase?\nAre you seeking mentoring and guidance to advance your innovation?\nAre you a service provider or organization that works with start-ups and entrepreneurs?\n\nIf yes\, then you need to attend the next Health City breakfast and learn more about the 2020 Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program! \nThe Canada Trade Commissioner Service\, in partnership with Chicago Innovation Mentors at MATTER.health\, is in it’s 6th year of offering the Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program (C2MP)\, a tailor-made mentoring program focused on life sciences and healthcare innovators working in pharmaceuticals\, health IT and medical devices. \nThe 2020 C2MP is operating as a Canadian Technology Accelerator pilot. The program catalyzes the local Chicago life sciences ecosystem to accelerate technology commercialization opportunities in the Chicago area (and the US market) by matching experienced and supportive mentoring teams with early stage innovators. \nAt our breakfast\, you’ll hear from Harald Steltzer\, Co-Founder and CEO of NoMo Diagnostics Inc. and one of the Chicago Mentors\, as well as representatives from the Alberta companies that have participated in the program. Plus\, meet Laura Dalby\, Consul and Trade Commissioner (Chicago)\, who manages the program to find out more about the application process and what’s new this year. Laura Dalby works with Chantal Glass\, Life Sciences Trade Commissioner in Chicago\, to deliver the program. \nDon’t miss this morning of networking and information! \nProgram:\n7:00 – 7:45 Breakfast and networking\n7:45 – 9:00 Speakers and panel\n9:00 – 9:30 Networking and close \nMore about our speakers: \nAlberta companies who have participated in the C2MP program: \nElsius \nHealth Gauge \nUmay \nRunWithIt Synthetics \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/launch-of-the-2020-canada-chicago-mentoring-program-c2mp/
LOCATION:Matrix Hotel\, 10640 - 100 avenue\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Government,Health,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190913T090000
DTSTAMP:20190913T211145Z
CREATED:20190913T211145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190913T211145Z
UID:13772-1568361600-1568365200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Launch of the 2020 Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program (C2MP)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Canadian innovator and entrepreneur in life sciences or healthcare?\nDo you have a product or technology you would like to showcase?\nAre you seeking mentoring and guidance to advance your innovation?\nAre you a service provider or organization that works with start-ups and entrepreneurs?\n\nIf yes\, then you need to attend the next Health City breakfast and learn more about the 2020 Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program! \nThe Canada Trade Commissioner Service\, in partnership with Chicago Innovation Mentors at MATTER.health\, is in it’s 6th year of offering the Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program (C2MP)\, a tailor-made mentoring program focused on life sciences and healthcare innovators working in pharmaceuticals\, health IT and medical devices. \nThe 2020 C2MP is operating as a Canadian Technology Accelerator pilot. The program catalyzes the local Chicago life sciences ecosystem to accelerate technology commercialization opportunities in the Chicago area (and the US market) by matching experienced and supportive mentoring teams with early stage innovators. \nAt our breakfast\, you’ll hear from Harald Steltzer\, Co-Founder and CEO of NoMo Diagnostics Inc. and one of the Chicago Mentors\, as well as representatives from the Alberta companies that have participated in the program. Plus\, meet Laura Dalby\, Consul and Trade Commissioner (Chicago)\, who manages the program to find out more about the application process and what’s new this year. Laura Dalby works with Chantal Glass\, Life Sciences Trade Commissioner in Chicago\, to deliver the program. \nDon’t miss this morning of networking and information! \nProgram:\n7:00 – 7:45 Breakfast and networking\n7:45 – 9:00 Speakers and panel\n9:00 – 9:30 Networking and close \nMore about our speakers: \nAlberta companies who have participated in the C2MP program: \nElsius \nHealth Gauge \nUmay \nRunWithIt Synthetics \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/launch-of-the-2020-canada-chicago-mentoring-program-c2mp-2/
LOCATION:Matrix Hotel\, 10640 - 100 avenue\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Government,Health,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190913T170000
DTSTAMP:20190816T225830Z
CREATED:20190816T225830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T225830Z
UID:13765-1568016000-1568394000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Alberta Blockchain Week - Events
DESCRIPTION:This landmark\, Calgary events week features renowned speakers providing an in-depth look at the latest developments in blockchain applications. This week will showcase the incredible progress emerging from blockchain technologies within our regional ecosystem. Each day of Alberta Blockchain Week highlights an important theme of the technology’s emerging potential for economic and social transformation. \nBe sure to check back as our list of participating events is still growing! Please contact info@albertablockchain.com if you would like to host an event during Alberta Blockchain Week.\nMonday\, September 9th\nTHE FUTURE OF ENERGY\nThe premiere day of Blockchain Week is focused on how blockchain technology has the power to create efficiencies\, streamline operations\, and cut costs in Alberta’s most important industry: Energy. \nEvents: \n9:00 – 17:00 – IQ Management – BUY TICKETS HERE\nLocation: Hyatt Calgary \nTickets for this event sold separately \nBITS\, BYTES\, AND BARRELS STRATEGIES ON DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN THE ENERGY SECTOR \nThe biggest challenge oil and gas companies face in addressing digital changes in the industry is equipping their people with a common base of understanding of digital. Without a common base of definitions\, terminology\, and frameworks\, organizations run the risk that their digital agenda will be defined by specific vendors which can have unintended consequences. Suppliers of technology\, IT professionals\, universities and consultants all use variants of their own proprietary approaches to digital that\, well-intentioned\, can create poor transparency\, bias and prejudice. Without a common base\, teams drift into silos\, management blocks innovation and Boards cannot execute their oversight role. \nTBD GuildOne\nTuesday\, September 10th\nBUILDING BLOCKS\nHow do we create the foundations for widespread knowledge of blockchain technologies relevance\, and make sure that everyone\, not just industry\, benefits from the technology? Learn about the basics of blockchain. \n16:00 – 18:00 Canadian Blockchain Association for Women (CBAW) – Private Event/Admittance with Summit VIP Ticket\nLocation: Deloitte 850 2 Street Southwest #700\, Calgary\, AB T2P 0R8 \nThe Building Blocks of Equality – \nWhat defines equality in Canada’s newly emerging digital economy? Participation. When it comes to the employment opportunities of the future in the technology industry\, at-risk groups such as young Indigenous women are in danger of being left behind. In a joint partnership between the ABC\, the Canadian Blockchain Association for Women and Blockchain for Indigenous Rights International\, this event will be announcing a new and critically important project to help form the foundations for equal participation in Canada’s fastest-growing job opportunities. \nWednesday\, September 11th\nDIGITAL ECONOMY\nEconomic transformation requires innovative\, new mediums of exchange. Day 3 gives an exciting look at the latest developments in blockchain technology-based currencies\, and how the technology can be used as the foundation for the future of exchange markets. \nEvents \n13:00 – 15:00 Alberta Counsel – An ABC Sponsored Event\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nIndustry roundtable with government \n15:00 – 17:00  BitVo and Crypto Mags – An ABC Sponsored Event\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nOperating in a Post-Quadriga World: protect your crypto & your privacy Lessons Learned – Industry Best Practices \nDespite the Canadian crypto wild west is being slowly tamed with regulations\, consumer risks remain. Join industry experts and crypto veterans for an educational session on how to avoid common pitfalls and how to better protect your privacy. You’ll learn useful tips on how to avoid exchange failures\, SIM hacks and scammers\, how to safeguard your crypto-assets and private keys\, and how to better manage your privacy from Pam Draper\, the CEO of Bitvo Cryptocurrency Exchange\, and Magdalena Gronowska\, Partner at MetaMesh and an Inspector in the QuadrigaCX bankruptcy. This session will be interactive – questions from attendees are welcome! \nThis session will also dive down into the lessons learned from the $200 million failure of Canada’s largest cryptocurrency Exchange and what the industry is doing to better protect consumers. \n17:30 – 19:00 – Alberta Blockchain VIP Reception\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nOpen to Summit VIP ticket holders and Alberta Blockchain Week pass holders. \nJoin our Summit speakers and sponsors for an evening with canapes and cocktails. \nThursday\, September 12th\n9:00 – 17:00 – BLOCKCHAIN SUMMIT – Get Tickets Here \nTickets for this event sold separately \n \nThis world-class\, day-long event shines a light on major themes and developments in blockchain technology\, with panels on how the technology is evolving diverse sectors including energy\, agriculture\, fintech\, and more. Featuring an internationally known expert as the keynote address. \nFriday\, September 13th\nDIGITAL CONFLUENCE\nBlockchain technologies’ hidden power is through its ability to enhance other innovations like machine learning and Io by providing a verified and shared database that creates the foundation for true digital transformation. \n9:00 – 11:00 – Blockchain Research Collaboration Workshop by YYChain – Register Here\nCome join the blockchain research community at the Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking at the University of Calgary and connect with the blockchain community that is interested in collaborating on research and early-stage initiatives. \nAttendees will learn about : \n\nCurrent research and blockchain initiatives\nSupport programs\nIndustry needs
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/alberta-blockchain-week-events-2/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Government,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Living
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190913T170000
DTSTAMP:20190816T225830Z
CREATED:20190816T225830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T225830Z
UID:8530-1568016000-1568394000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Alberta Blockchain Week - Events
DESCRIPTION:This landmark\, Calgary events week features renowned speakers providing an in-depth look at the latest developments in blockchain applications. This week will showcase the incredible progress emerging from blockchain technologies within our regional ecosystem. Each day of Alberta Blockchain Week highlights an important theme of the technology’s emerging potential for economic and social transformation. \nBe sure to check back as our list of participating events is still growing! Please contact info@albertablockchain.com if you would like to host an event during Alberta Blockchain Week.\nMonday\, September 9th\nTHE FUTURE OF ENERGY\nThe premiere day of Blockchain Week is focused on how blockchain technology has the power to create efficiencies\, streamline operations\, and cut costs in Alberta’s most important industry: Energy. \nEvents: \n9:00 – 17:00 – IQ Management – BUY TICKETS HERE\nLocation: Hyatt Calgary \nTickets for this event sold separately \nBITS\, BYTES\, AND BARRELS STRATEGIES ON DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN THE ENERGY SECTOR \nThe biggest challenge oil and gas companies face in addressing digital changes in the industry is equipping their people with a common base of understanding of digital. Without a common base of definitions\, terminology\, and frameworks\, organizations run the risk that their digital agenda will be defined by specific vendors which can have unintended consequences. Suppliers of technology\, IT professionals\, universities and consultants all use variants of their own proprietary approaches to digital that\, well-intentioned\, can create poor transparency\, bias and prejudice. Without a common base\, teams drift into silos\, management blocks innovation and Boards cannot execute their oversight role. \nTBD GuildOne\nTuesday\, September 10th\nBUILDING BLOCKS\nHow do we create the foundations for widespread knowledge of blockchain technologies relevance\, and make sure that everyone\, not just industry\, benefits from the technology? Learn about the basics of blockchain. \n16:00 – 18:00 Canadian Blockchain Association for Women (CBAW) – Private Event/Admittance with Summit VIP Ticket\nLocation: Deloitte 850 2 Street Southwest #700\, Calgary\, AB T2P 0R8 \nThe Building Blocks of Equality – \nWhat defines equality in Canada’s newly emerging digital economy? Participation. When it comes to the employment opportunities of the future in the technology industry\, at-risk groups such as young Indigenous women are in danger of being left behind. In a joint partnership between the ABC\, the Canadian Blockchain Association for Women and Blockchain for Indigenous Rights International\, this event will be announcing a new and critically important project to help form the foundations for equal participation in Canada’s fastest-growing job opportunities. \nWednesday\, September 11th\nDIGITAL ECONOMY\nEconomic transformation requires innovative\, new mediums of exchange. Day 3 gives an exciting look at the latest developments in blockchain technology-based currencies\, and how the technology can be used as the foundation for the future of exchange markets. \nEvents \n13:00 – 15:00 Alberta Counsel – An ABC Sponsored Event\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nIndustry roundtable with government \n15:00 – 17:00  BitVo and Crypto Mags – An ABC Sponsored Event\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nOperating in a Post-Quadriga World: protect your crypto & your privacy Lessons Learned – Industry Best Practices \nDespite the Canadian crypto wild west is being slowly tamed with regulations\, consumer risks remain. Join industry experts and crypto veterans for an educational session on how to avoid common pitfalls and how to better protect your privacy. You’ll learn useful tips on how to avoid exchange failures\, SIM hacks and scammers\, how to safeguard your crypto-assets and private keys\, and how to better manage your privacy from Pam Draper\, the CEO of Bitvo Cryptocurrency Exchange\, and Magdalena Gronowska\, Partner at MetaMesh and an Inspector in the QuadrigaCX bankruptcy. This session will be interactive – questions from attendees are welcome! \nThis session will also dive down into the lessons learned from the $200 million failure of Canada’s largest cryptocurrency Exchange and what the industry is doing to better protect consumers. \n17:30 – 19:00 – Alberta Blockchain VIP Reception\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nOpen to Summit VIP ticket holders and Alberta Blockchain Week pass holders. \nJoin our Summit speakers and sponsors for an evening with canapes and cocktails. \nThursday\, September 12th\n9:00 – 17:00 – BLOCKCHAIN SUMMIT – Get Tickets Here \nTickets for this event sold separately \n \nThis world-class\, day-long event shines a light on major themes and developments in blockchain technology\, with panels on how the technology is evolving diverse sectors including energy\, agriculture\, fintech\, and more. Featuring an internationally known expert as the keynote address. \nFriday\, September 13th\nDIGITAL CONFLUENCE\nBlockchain technologies’ hidden power is through its ability to enhance other innovations like machine learning and Io by providing a verified and shared database that creates the foundation for true digital transformation. \n9:00 – 11:00 – Blockchain Research Collaboration Workshop by YYChain – Register Here\nCome join the blockchain research community at the Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking at the University of Calgary and connect with the blockchain community that is interested in collaborating on research and early-stage initiatives. \nAttendees will learn about : \n\nCurrent research and blockchain initiatives\nSupport programs\nIndustry needs
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/alberta-blockchain-week-events/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Government,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Living
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190829T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190829T180000
DTSTAMP:20190817T001406Z
CREATED:20190817T001406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190817T001406Z
UID:13770-1567094400-1567101600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Falling Water Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:UAlberta and TEC Edmonton are hosting a pitch competition for UAlberta science-based start-ups. Join us on August 29\, 2019 as five promising companies compete for a spot in the international startup pitch event\, Falling Walls Venture\, in Berlin in November. Our five competitors are:\n\n48Hour Discovery – Making drug discovery faster\, easier and less costly.\nTrue Angle Medical Technologies – Bringing rehab therapy clinic to you\nRoshan Water Solutions – Portable\, easy\, quick water testing\nTricca Technologies – Inspired by Star Treks’ tricorder\, Tricca is developing inexpensive\, portable and easy to use biosensor technologies.\nMedo.Ai – Taking the power of medical imaging to everyone\, everywhere.\n\nJoin us to hear these start-ups share the amazing technology they are developing. \nThis event is sponsored by: The University of Alberta\, TEC Edmonton\, University of Alberta Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research\, Entrepreneur Roadmap..a THNQ company\, the German Canadian Centre for Innovation and Research\, eHub\, Innovate Edmonton\, and the Kule Institute for Advanced Study and our event Innovation Sponsor – DynaLIFE. \nUofA Campus – Oborowsky Degner Seminar Hall \nLi Ka Shing Centre for Health Research Innovation \nCorner of 87 Ave and 112 Street \nEdmonton\, Alberta T6G 2E1 \nView MapUn \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/falling-water-pitch-competition-2/
LOCATION:University of Alberta Li Ka Shing Health Research Institute\, Corner of 87 Ave and 112 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Contest,Digital Transformation,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Health,Industry,Innovation,Research,Robotics,Science,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190829T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190829T180000
DTSTAMP:20190817T001537Z
CREATED:20190817T001406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190817T001537Z
UID:8543-1567094400-1567101600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Falling Water Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:UAlberta and TEC Edmonton are hosting a pitch competition for UAlberta science-based start-ups. Join us on August 29\, 2019 as five promising companies compete for a spot in the international startup pitch event\, Falling Walls Venture\, in Berlin in November. Our five competitors are:\n\n48Hour Discovery – Making drug discovery faster\, easier and less costly.\nTrue Angle Medical Technologies – Bringing rehab therapy clinic to you\nRoshan Water Solutions – Portable\, easy\, quick water testing\nTricca Technologies – Inspired by Star Treks’ tricorder\, Tricca is developing inexpensive\, portable and easy to use biosensor technologies.\nMedo.Ai – Taking the power of medical imaging to everyone\, everywhere.\n\nJoin us to hear these start-ups share the amazing technology they are developing. \nThis event is sponsored by: The University of Alberta\, TEC Edmonton\, University of Alberta Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research\, Entrepreneur Roadmap..a THNQ company\, the German Canadian Centre for Innovation and Research\, eHub\, Innovate Edmonton\, and the Kule Institute for Advanced Study and our event Innovation Sponsor – DynaLIFE. \nUofA Campus – Oborowsky Degner Seminar Hall \nLi Ka Shing Centre for Health Research Innovation \nCorner of 87 Ave and 112 Street \nEdmonton\, Alberta T6G 2E1 \nView MapUn \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/falling-water-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:University of Alberta Li Ka Shing Health Research Institute\, Corner of 87 Ave and 112 Street\, Edmonton\, Alberta
CATEGORIES:Contest,Digital Transformation,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Health,Industry,Innovation,Research,Robotics,Science,Technology
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T110000
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SUMMARY:The Cloud Landscape & Free DAIR Cloud for Canadian Startups
DESCRIPTION:Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses function. Without the need for onsite infrastructure\, cloud technologies enable tech entrepreneurs to build\, test\, prototype\, and commercialize their products and services to easily scale globally. In this session\, attendees will learn about the latest developments and trends in the cloud landscape and will also learn how they can benefit from CANARIE’s DAIR Cloud program\, a free\, federally-supported program for Canadian startups. More than 1\,200 startups have already used the DAIR Cloud\, saving themselves operating and capital expenses as they developed and tested their new ideas on the service. \nAttendees will also hear about the latest developments in the DAIR Program\, including a service that allows them to benefit from the expertise of experienced Canadian startups in key emerging technologies to minimize learning in a cost-free environment.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/the-cloud-landscape-free-dair-cloud-for-canadian-startups-2/
LOCATION:TEC Edmonton\, 4rth Floor Enterprise Square\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 4P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Media & Communications,Small Business,Technology,WorkPlace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T110000
DTSTAMP:20190719T014255Z
CREATED:20190719T014255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T014255Z
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SUMMARY:The Cloud Landscape & Free DAIR Cloud for Canadian Startups
DESCRIPTION:Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses function. Without the need for onsite infrastructure\, cloud technologies enable tech entrepreneurs to build\, test\, prototype\, and commercialize their products and services to easily scale globally. In this session\, attendees will learn about the latest developments and trends in the cloud landscape and will also learn how they can benefit from CANARIE’s DAIR Cloud program\, a free\, federally-supported program for Canadian startups. More than 1\,200 startups have already used the DAIR Cloud\, saving themselves operating and capital expenses as they developed and tested their new ideas on the service. \nAttendees will also hear about the latest developments in the DAIR Program\, including a service that allows them to benefit from the expertise of experienced Canadian startups in key emerging technologies to minimize learning in a cost-free environment.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/the-cloud-landscape-free-dair-cloud-for-canadian-startups/
LOCATION:TEC Edmonton\, 4rth Floor Enterprise Square\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 4P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Media & Communications,Small Business,Technology,WorkPlace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190717T160000
DTSTAMP:20190712T013934Z
CREATED:20190712T013934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T013934Z
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SUMMARY:Dive Into Design Thinking - MeetUP
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into design thinking\, a process used to solve real-world problems with a human centered focus. Jason Eliuk and Lindsay Adrian\, consultants with Edmonton Public Schools’ Career Pathways unit\, will introduce you to the process through a hands-on experience. You will learn techniques including empathizing with users\, identifying point of view\, thinking divergently\, prototyping and testing solutions.Please note that on Wednesday\, July 17 – there will be an opportunity to hang out at the centre for a working session with the facilitators. The time will be offered on an as per needed basis – mark it in your calendar just in case!About your Facilitators:Lindsay Adrian and Jason Eliuk\, both trained classroom teachers\, work with Edmonton Public Schools’ Career Pathways unit. They work with schools to find innovative ways for students to explore future possibilities. Utilizing the training they received at Stanford University\, Lindsay and Jason work to bring students and community members together to solve problems.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/dive-into-design-thinking-meetup-2/
LOCATION:ATB Entrepreneur Centre YEG\, 4234 Calgary Trail NW\,\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6J 6Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Living,Networking,Small Business,Technology,The Arts
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