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Data Science Meet-Up
2019-03-06 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | Startup Edmonton HQ, 301, 10359 - 104 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Startup Edmonton
Wednesday, March 6 at 6:30 PM
• “Cost-Sensitive Classifier Evaluation Using Cost Curves” – Professor Robert Holte (CS @ UofA)
• “Figuring out the limits of human vision with deep learning” – Navaneeth Kamballur Kottayil (Machine Learning Researcher at BorealisAI)
Pizza will be provided before presentations and after presentations we will head to a pub for networking!
The meetup is sponsored by AltaML (http://altaml.com/).
Abstracts:
Cost-Sensitive Classifier Evaluation Using Cost Curves
(co-author: Chris Drummond)
The evaluation of classifier performance in a cost-sensitive setting is straightforward if the operating conditions (misclassification costs and class distributions) are fixed and known. When this is not the case, evaluation requires a method of visualizing classifier performance across the full range of possible operating conditions. This talk outlines the most important requirements for cost-sensitive classifier evaluation, and introduces a technique for classifier performance visualization – the cost curve – that meets all these requirements. This talk should be of interest to anyone who works in areas that use classifiers, for example, machine learning, pattern recognition, biometrics, and diagnosis.
Related papers:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10994-006-8199-5
https://webdocs.cs.ualberta.ca/~holte/Publications/kdd2000.pdf
Figuring out the limits of human vision with deep learning
In this talk, I present a part of my PhD thesis done in collaboration with Telecom Paristech. In this work, we explored methods to derive the human perceptual limit to see changes in an image. We proposed a new method to solve the problem with convolutional neural network. Our solution involved using deep learning in conjunction with traditional methods in psychophysics. Our method derives the human error detection threshold by solving an alternative problem of image quality assessment. We tested our method on publicly available databases for measuring human visual thresholds and show state of the art results.
Related papers:
https://arxiv.org/abs/1712.07269
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/327994999_Learning_Local_Distortion_Visibility_from_Image_Quality
Edmonton Data Science meetup is a place to learn about data science and network with fellow Data Scientists. The presentations for the upcoming meetup…

Machine Learning 101 with Amii
2019-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Startup Edmonton HQ, 301, 10359 - 104 Street, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Heralded by many as the fourth industrial revolution, artificial intelligence has inspired countless news articles, novels, and films. With this deluge of information comes hopes and aspirations, fears and misconceptions – some justified and others not.How can we make sense of it all?Join Amii as we pull back the curtain on AI and lay a pragmatic foundation for what AI is, what it isn’t, and how you can begin to think about the place of AI in your business.Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/machine-learning-101-with-amii-tickets-54597647032

RainForest LWOL -
2019-03-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Work Nicer Coworking (Beaver House), #100, 10158 103 Street ,, Edmonton,, AB, T5J 0X6, Canada
March 13th – Koleya Karringten from Absolute Combustion
Koleya is the co-founder, President and CEO of Absolute Combustion International. With over 14 years of entrepreneurial experience, Koleya has helped to create and develop companies from the ground up. Working within technology companies for over the last decade, Koleya has proven herself capable of taking groundbreaking technologies all the way from the inception phase through to commercialization, while developing relationships with major corporations to facilitate the deployment of various technologies she assists in designing. Working alongside ingenious inventors and technology experts for over 10 years, Koleya’s passion for technology capable of making a strong impact to society rapidly grew and her desire to create technology capable of assisting to clean up the planet is unstoppable. Koleya has also proven capable of branding and marketing different technologies to create a strong digital footprint and brand awareness of the technology she deploys.
Agenda:

11:45 Check In (bring your lunch!)
12:00 Welcome
12:10 Who is in the Room?
12:25 Entrepreneur Profile
12:45 Networking

You should come prepared to discuss who you are, what interested you in the Rainforest, what you are working on, and how you can help others in the room.

CME Manufacturing Economic Outlook & Investment Roadshow
2019-03-13 17:00 - 19:00 | YellowHead Brewery, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Manufacturing Economic Outlook & Investment Roadshow
Join Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME), together with our partners for our Manufacturing Economic Outlook and Investment Roadshow at one of your local craft breweries.
This cross-Canada pub night series of events is your one-stop-shop to receive economic insights, learn about government incentive programs and capital investment opportunities available to manufacturers and all while enjoying a pint at your local craft brewery.

MANUFACTURING ECONOMIC OUTLOOK
What’s in store for the economy in 2019? What do you need to know to forecast throughout the year and into 2020? CME’s Chief Economist Mike Holden will provide you with his manufacturing economic outlook and answer your questions.
CAPITAL INVESTMENT AND TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION
Investment in new capital and technology is critical for Canadian industry to grow and be globally competitive. Unfortunately, Canadian companies are falling behind their international competitors when it comes to investing in new machinery, equipment and advanced manufacturing technologies.
At the same time, Canada is home to global leaders in technology adoption and our businesses have access to a range of existing supports to help them deal with the rapid pace of technological change taking place today. To share information about the opportunities created by embracing new technologies, and to support business investment and growth in Canada, this event will feature an expert from BDO Canada who will provide specific advice to companies on how to invest in and grow their companies.

Join us for a brew!
When: March 13, 2019
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: 10229 105 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 1E3

COST
$50 + GST CME Members
$75 + GST Non Members

Working Nicer Complimentary Public Co-Working
2019-03-14 09:30 - 16:00 | Work Nicer Coworking (Beaver House), #100, 10158 103 Street ,, Edmonton,, AB, T5J 0X6, Canada
Come visit 80 or so friends to celebrate their new home at Work Nicer Coworking. Learn all about who they are, what they are up to, and how you celebrate with and support them.

Thursday, March 14th
10160 – 103 St NW, Edmonton
9:30AM – 4PM
Complimentary coworking open to the public.
Set up shop, connect, and get work done! Invite your friends.

RainForest LWOL - Honest Dumplings
2019-03-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Work Nicer Coworking (Beaver House), #100, 10158 103 Street ,, Edmonton,, AB, T5J 0X6, Canada
March 20th – Chris Lerohl of Honest Dumplings
Chris is the business development and strategic lead for Honest Dumplings. Chris was previously the Business Development Manager at TEC Edmonton where he managed the business development team and developed the UA Solve program. His role supported entrepreneurs in both business development and technology development. His strengths include: strategic analysis, people management, identifying market opportunities, analyzing the strength of new technologies and helping to determine the best commercialization strategy. He has technical and research experience in food, agriculture, energy systems, clean technologies, and communications.
Agenda:

11:45 Check In (bring your lunch!)
12:00 Welcome
12:10 Who is in the Room?
12:25 Entrepreneur Profile
12:45 Networking

You should come prepared to discuss who you are, what interested you in the Rainforest, what you are working on, and how you can help others in the room.

NAIT Mawji Centre: Wrap Up & Networking Skills
2019-04-11 16:00 - 17:30 | NAIT Mawji Centre, CAT Building, CAT309A - Third floor of the Centre for Applied Technology, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 2R1, Canada
Thu, April 11, 2019
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM MDT
Many entrepreneurs have achieved success with the help of building a strong professional network, but networking isn’t easy and many people fail here. Developing networking skills is something too easily ignored as it pushes you outside your comfort zone. Join us for a series of sessions where we focus on networking and helping you develop your skills and professional network.
For this wrap-up event we will include some local business leaders to help you further grow your network.
Refreshments and snacks provided!
This session to be hosted in CAT 202 (The Glass Box).
NAIT CAT Building, CAT 202
10304-10524 117A Avenue Northwest
Edmonton, AB T5G
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Accelerate Alberta Flagship Technology Conference
2019-04-16 07:00 - 19:00 | Calgary Telus Convention Centre
ACCELERATEAB – Alberta’s Flagship Technology Conference
ACCELERATEAB, POWERED BY THE A100, CONNECTS LOCAL STARTUPS, KEY MENTORS, INVESTORS AND PARTNERS ACROSS THE PROVINCE
Tuesday, 16 April 2019
7:30 AM – 7:00 PM MDT
Location

Calgary TELUS Convention Centre
136 Eighth Avenue SE
Calgary, AB T2G 0K6
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Alternating between Edmonton and Calgary each year, AccelerateAB is the province’s annual flagship event that brings together leaders, investors, influencers and supporters of Alberta’s fast-growing startup community, with the goal of leveraging the success of the next generation of technology entrepreneurs across the province.
Tickets on sale: 15 January 2019
Ticket policy: Full refunds are available 30 days prior. After this date, you may send an alternate to the event without additional charge.
For more details, please visit AccelerateAB.com

RainForest LWOL: Amir Reshef of Deal Closer
2019-04-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Work Nicer Coworking (Beaver House), #100, 10158 103 Street ,, Edmonton,, AB, T5J 0X6, Canada
Agenda:

11:45 Check In (bring your lunch!)
12:00 Welcome
12:10 Who is in the Room?
12:25 Entrepreneur Roundtables and Sharing Success Stories

12:45 Networking

You should come prepared to discuss who you are, what interested you in the Rainforest, what you are working on, and how you can help others in the room.
April 17th – Amir Reshef of dealcloser
Amir Reshef is the co-founder and CEO of dealcloser. Prior to co-founding dealcloser, Amir was a corporate lawyer at a large international law firm where he worked on transactions of numerous types and sizes.

UofA Eric Geddes Series: Cannabis - 6 Months After Launch
2019-04-18 11:30 - 13:30 | Matrix Hotel, 10640 - 100 avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
April 18, 2019 Eric Geddes U of A Luncheon Series
11:30 AM – 1:15 PM
11:30 AM — Registration
11:45 AM — Lunch
12:15 PM — Panel discussion / Q&A
1:15 PM — Event conclusion
Matrix Hotel
10640 100 Ave NW, Edmonton
It has been six months since the legalization of cannabis. Join our panel of experts for lunch as they discuss how the retail cannabis industry has done in the first six months: the challenges they were and weren’t expecting, cannabis shortages, and what is in store for the future.
Forward to a friend
Meet the Speakers:

Jesse Cheetham, VP, Human Resources, Fire and Flower
Katrina Ingram, Chief Operating Officer, Cannabis at Work
Audrey Kronewitt, District Manager, Canopy Growth & Lead for the development of the Tokyo Smoke retail banner in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Singularity U Canada Summit
2019-04-23 - 2019-04-24 | Shaw Conference Centre, 9797 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1N9, Canada
Connect to the Exponential Future
April 23rd to April 24th 2019

Image Credit: Singularity U Canada
Singularity U empowers a global community to develop and implement solutions that harness and advance exponential technology. Building on the success of the first SingularityU Canada Summit, we are expanding the conversation and sharing the best of Canadian and international technology. Learn about the transformative impact that technologies like artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and digital medicine will have on our lives and our world.

Host City and Venue

Edmonton Convention Centre (MAP)
9797 Jasper Ave
Edmonton, AB
T5J 1N9
We’re coming out West! This year, we are working with a diverse group of strategic partners to host the SingularityU Summit in Edmonton, AB. Located in the heart of western Canada, Edmonton is Alberta’s capital city and is home to 1.3 million people. While various cities in Canada have been recognized for their innovative initiatives, Edmonton is one that is leading the way in AI, big data and healthcare. The city is made up of like-minded, enterprising business people, who are technologically driven and entrepreneurial-fuelled.

RainForest LWOL: Colin Bramm, Showbie
2019-04-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Work Nicer Coworking (Beaver House), #100, 10158 103 Street ,, Edmonton,, AB, T5J 0X6, Canada
Agenda:

11:45 Check In (bring your lunch!)
12:00 Welcome
12:10 Who is in the Room?
12:25 Entrepreneur Roundtables and Sharing Success Stories

12:45 Networking

You should come prepared to discuss who you are, what interested you in the Rainforest, what you are working on, and how you can help others in the room.
April 24th – Colin Bramm. CEO of Showbie
Showbie is used by hundreds of thousands of teachers and students in classrooms worldwide. Proudly based in Edmonton, Canada, our growing team is comprised of people who are passionate about empowering educators as they use technology to redefine and improve their classrooms

Mawji Centre: How to Win at Business
2019-04-29 08:00 - 17:00 | NAIT Campus, 11762 - 106 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G2R1, Canada
May 4 2019
8am to 5PM
NAIT CAT Centre Room 191
This full day workshop is being held in conjunction with Spurrell & Associates.
The day will be jam packed with information and there will be plenty of sharing entrepreneur to entrepreneur!
Topics to be covered include;

Understanding the common myths of entrepreneurship to avoid the common mistakes
Organizing your calendar for business success
Making sure you have enough cash for life and ensuring you pay the least tax
How to get all the benefits of business planning in 4 hours
Small business marketing and sales strategies that actually work
How to read financial statements quickly even if you hate accounting
Writing checklists and templates so you can scale your business without working 12 hours a day for the rest of your life
Human resource strategies that actually fit on your calendar when you do not have a human resource department

There will be a one hour break for lunch. Sorry, lunch will not be provided. Please bring your own lunch or plan to purchase lunch.

How to grow your Partnership with Microsoft
2019-05-02 15:00 - 17:00 | TEC Edmonton, 4rth Floor Enterprise Square, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4P6, Canada
Whatever stage of entrepreneurship your startup business is, from concept to scaleup, Microsoft can help.

Through a partnership with Microsoft, TusStar is happy to bring this free event to you. It offers you the opportunity to learn how to leverage Microsoft tools and technology to help grow your startup business.

Join us to:
• Discover how Microsoft 365, an integrated solution bringing together the best in-class productivity tools with advanced security and device management capabilities, can help set you up for success.
• Check out Microsoft augmented reality headset HoloLens

Light refreshment will be available.

Agenda:
3:00-3:15pm Introduction
3:15-4:15pm Presentation & demos
4:15-5:00pm Networking

Event partners: TEC Edmonton, AlbertaAI

RainForest LWOL: ARCHI-ITURE Inc
2019-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Work Nicer Coworking (Beaver House), #100, 10158 103 Street ,, Edmonton,, AB, T5J 0X6, Canada
Agenda:

11:45 Check In (bring your lunch!)
12:00 Welcome
12:10 Who is in the Room?
12:25 Entrepreneur Roundtables and Sharing Success Stories

12:45 Networking

You should come prepared to discuss who you are, what interested you in the Rainforest, what you are working on, and how you can help others in the room.
May 8th – Tim Antoniuk of ARCH-ITURE Inc.
Tim Antoniuk is an Associate Professor of Industrial Design at the University of Alberta and is the Founder/Director of ARCHITURE – a design, research and manufacturing group that specializes in micro residential and common space design. Deeply interested in finding new ways to enhance wellbeing, housing affordability, spatial functionality and reducing people’s carbon footprints, Tim developed the Micro Habitation Lab (mHabLab) in 2016. Investigating evolving generational concepts of how “home” is expressed through the use and display of objects and spaces, Tim and his team are developing and testing architecturally interactive micro living spaces as a way to increase the emotional durability of places and spaces. Since the early 90s Tim’s research and practice has explored topics such as: Morphing/shape-shifting materials and products; new Business Models for the trillion dollar Creative Economy; and some of his design collaborations have included work with design icons like Renny Ramakers (Droog), and architect Winy Maas (MVRDV, and TU Delft/The Why Factory).
