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SUMMARY:Masterclass Series on Intellectual Property for Start-ups: Session 2 -Brand protection in the digital economy
DESCRIPTION:Masterclass Series on Intellectual Property for Start-ups\n\n\n\n\nBDC Capital’s Women in Technology Venture Fund\, in partnership with Smart & Biggar LLP\, invites you to the next Women in Tech (WIT) Masterclass series “Intellectual Property for Start-ups”. \nIn partnership with \nWhat:\nDuring this free\, three-week virtual series the experts at Smart & Biggar LLP will offer practical insights and knowledge to help you gain: \n\nAn understanding of the business value of intellectual property (IP) and impacts for your start-up;\nAn introduction to the different types of IP assets\, including patents\, trademarks\, copyrights and trade secrets; and how they can be used to protect your innovations and create an IP portfolio;\nStrategies on how to build and leverage an IP portfolio for growth in the technology sector;\nAn understanding of best practices for IP management;\nIP Checklist: tips to prepare your start-up for funding\, growth and beyond.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho:\nThis series is ideally suited for female founders and c-suite executives who are leading a Canadian technology start-up with the following criteria: \n1) venture backed or venture backed shortly; and2) whose intellectual property strategy is crucial to accelerating their business growth. \nWhen:\nThe sessions will be held every Wednesday from 12:00 – 1:00pm EDT from March 17 – 31\, 2021. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\nYou can register for one session below or for them all by clicking here – Register \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 17\, 2021\n12:00 – 1:00pm EDT \n\n\n\n\n1. Intellectual property for growth: Understanding the business value of IP – Register \nDiscussion: General overview of the different type of IP rights relevant to technology companies and how to choose the right type(s) of IP protection. Some common misconceptions about patents as well as how to build a “future-proof” patent portfolio will also be discussed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 24\, 2021\n12:00 – 1:00pm EDT \n\n\n\n\n2. Brand protection in the digital economy: Beyond the basics – Register \nDiscussion: General overview of the role of trademarks in technology companies\, how to choose powerful trademarks\, how to protect trademarks in a global/digital marketplace and how to create exclusivity in a crowded industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 31\, 2021\n12:00 – 1:00pm EDT \n\n\n\n\n3. Managing your IP to enhance your position ahead of a prospective investment or exit – Register \nDiscussion: General overview of the role of IP management in a technology company. How to prepare for a prospective investment or exit including developing/acquiring commercially relevant IP rights and managing third-party risks.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/masterclass-series-on-intellectual-property-for-start-ups-session-2-brand-protection-in-the-digital-economy/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Legal,Patents & Trademarks,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210324T170000
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SUMMARY:Peer to Peer Mixer: Exploring a Growth Mindset
DESCRIPTION:Meghna Singh\, Director\, Business Technology – Planning and Enterprise Architecture with Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo)\, will deliver an uplifting keynote speech exploring a growth mindset and finding inspiration in others’ success. \nFollowing the keynote\, we will have a social happy hour. To support a more personal connection than traditional “networking”\, through a series of timed conversations\, you will meet with event attendees one on one. You will be provided with prompts to encourage discussion and sharing of ideas. (Think like speed networking…with a focus on building a connection.) \nSo grab a drink and come ready to make a few new connections as we explore what having a growth mindset is all about!\nNote: this event pay by donation with 100% of proceeds going to support Girls Who Code!
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/peer-to-peer-mixer-exploring-a-growth-mindset/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Career Opportunities,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Leadership,Networking,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210321T130000
DTSTAMP:20210316T231612Z
CREATED:20210316T231612Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Law Tea Time Talk
DESCRIPTION:March 25 (12:00 – 01:00) Alan Chan\, PhD student at MILA\, Quebec\nDigital Law Tea Time Talks are a chance for law and tech geeks to learn about topics at the intersection of those fields. A short presentation on a work in progress\, recent article or experience will be followed by open Q&A. The 12-1 pm time block includes a “digital commute” allowing everyone to sign in and get settled. The actual presentation and discussion will go from 12:10-12:50 MT. \nGoogle Meets Link: https://meet.google.com/ges-xfow-qsj \nHosted by the Digital Law & Innovation Society. Find us at https://dlis.ca/
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/digital-law-tea-time-talk/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Legal,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210318T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210318T180000
DTSTAMP:20210316T225959Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T225959Z
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SUMMARY:AMII Virtual Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the latest tools and techniques in machine learning\, and explore topics that researchers and industry professionals are thinking about or working on. Each meetup features two presenters; at the end of each presentation\, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a Q&A session. \nThis month’s speakers include: \nMarch 18\, 2021 – March 18\, 2021 \n5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (MST) \nReg Ouellette\, VP of Engineering & Alex Trad\, Director of Business Development from Chata Technologies Inc. \nChata develops innovative solutions that solve the complex problem of data access with the power of NLP\, NLU\, and dynamic query language generation. Chata’s flagship solution\, AutoQL\, dynamically translates natural language to database query languages. This technology enables non-technical business software users to get the data they need to do their jobs\, just by asking questions in their own words. \nJoin Reg and Alex as they discuss the importance of high-quality training data for successful AI development. They’ll also talk about Chata’s approach to automating the training data generation process and how valuable this approach is for the future of AI in business applications and beyond. To illustrate\, they’ll demo some of Chata’s machine learning models (trained on a corpus of data that has been automatically generated) through AutoQL’s front end widget\, Data Messenger. \nSalome Perez\, PhD Student from the University of Nebraska – Lincoln \nSalome Perez is currently a second year PhD Student at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. Her research focuses on understanding how software vulnerabilities are cross-layer characterized including binary library usage using machine/deep learning techniques. This research aims to innovate cybersecurity solutions in emerging Android and Intenet of Things -Arduino based applications. \nPrior to University of Nebraska\, Salome received a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Telecom from her home country\, Ecuador/ South America; and a Fulbright award to pursue a master’s degree at Northeastern University/ Boston with specialization in machine learning. Her motivations are with supporting minorities in science and projects to further computer science education skills for children in developing countries.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/amii-virtual-meetup/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210318T180000
DTSTAMP:20210317T214422Z
CREATED:20210317T214422Z
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SUMMARY:Valhalla Investment Summit Saskatchewan
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Valhalla Investment Summit Saskatchewan’s main event!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe eight-week Valhalla Investment Summit Saskatchewan culminates in this final event\, where we’ll hear from panel speakers\, pitches from the top five companies\, and of course the live announcement of at least one investment being made into a local Saskatchewan company. \nThe after-party will be held on Discord\, where you’ll have the chance to chat with the companies\, investors\, and folks from around the community. Grab a beer and enjoy! \nAgenda: \n1:00 pm – Welcome \n1:15 pm – Panel: A Founder’s Journey – Learn how these 3 Founders are crushing it and disrupting their industries. \n\nCatherine Metrycki\, Callia\nDustin Coupal\, 54e Dev Studios\nMark Wolff\, MyComply\n\n2:00 pm – Fireside chat: On Alternative Exits – IPOs and M&As are not the only path to exit. Learn what other options you can explore to build an exit path for your investors. \n\nJoe Gill\, McKercher LLP\nRod Brown\, Valhalla Private Capital\n\n2:45 pm – Reverse pitch: Funders to Founders – Meet 6 of the most active funding organizations in the Prairies. Who they are? What they’re looking for? How they invest? Join us and ask your questions. \n\nBluesky Equities\, Broad Street Bulls\, Golden Opportunities\, OKR Financial\, Rhino Ventures\, Wiegers Holdings\n\n3:30 pm – Top 5 Final Pitches – Finally!! The last 5 standing. \n\nArticShelf\, Board Checkup\, memory KPR\, Omnee\, Skill Shark\n\n5:00 pm – Keynote and Fireside Chat \n\nPaul Allen\, CEO\, Soar/ Founder\, Ancestry\nAlicia Soulier\, CEO\, Salon Scale\n\n6:00 pm – Investment announcement \nMeet our Keynote: \nPaul Allen\, CEO\, Soar & Founder\, Ancestry \nPaul coaches and mentors founders who desire to have a positive social impact in the world.He has founded 8 companies–including Soar and Ancestry.com. These companies have employed thousands\, served tens of millions of customers\, and generated billions of dollars in revenue.Paul started out by wanting to be a college professor. He became an “accidental entrepreneur” in 1990 when he built a product with his best friend. By 1996 they made the exclusive Inc. 500 list and after attending the Inc. conference Paul fell in love with entrepreneurship and decided to learn all he could about the art and science of building businesses.Since then\, Paul has read hundreds of books\, attended hundreds of conferences\, and has done hundreds of keynote speeches\, workshops\, and training events.He has even had the privilege of teaching entrepreneurship and internet marketing for 4 years at two major universities.Today\, he runs Soar and mentors founders who believe they can build organizations that can make the world a better place. \n  \nThanks to our partners and sponsors! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTags\n\nOnline Events Online Conferences Online Business Conferences #startup #pitch #angel_investing\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/valhalla-investment-summit-saskatchewan/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Conference,Economy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Industry,Innovation,Investment,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Pitch Competition,Small Business,Social Innovation,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210318T123000
DTSTAMP:20210315T074422Z
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SUMMARY:NACO Angel Investment Summit
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 18\, 2021 at 10:30 AM MST / 12:30 PM EST for the Edmonton Angel Investment Summit\, a pitch event featuring the most promising Edmonton based angel ready companies. Finalists will take to the virtual stage to showcase their company to an audience of local and national angel investors\, innovators\, and startup supporters. \nFinalists will also get exposure on the international stage at NACO West 2021 on March 30 & 31 – an unparalleled opportunity to showcase Edmonton’s vibrant innovation ecosystem! \nRegister today to get a sneak peek at some of Edmonton’s hottest companies. \nTo reserve your place at the Edmonton Angel Investment Summit\, register here at no cost.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/naco-angel-investment-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Competition,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Industry,Innovation,Investment,Pitch Competition,Small Business,Social Innovation,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210317T110000
DTSTAMP:20210315T082035Z
CREATED:20210315T082035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T082035Z
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SUMMARY:Masterclass Series on Intellectual Property for Start-ups: Session 1-Understanding Business Value of IP
DESCRIPTION:Masterclass Series on Intellectual Property for Start-ups\n\n\n\n\nBDC Capital’s Women in Technology Venture Fund\, in partnership with Smart & Biggar LLP\, invites you to the next Women in Tech (WIT) Masterclass series “Intellectual Property for Start-ups”. \nIn partnership with \nWhat:\nDuring this free\, three-week virtual series the experts at Smart & Biggar LLP will offer practical insights and knowledge to help you gain: \n\nAn understanding of the business value of intellectual property (IP) and impacts for your start-up;\nAn introduction to the different types of IP assets\, including patents\, trademarks\, copyrights and trade secrets; and how they can be used to protect your innovations and create an IP portfolio;\nStrategies on how to build and leverage an IP portfolio for growth in the technology sector;\nAn understanding of best practices for IP management;\nIP Checklist: tips to prepare your start-up for funding\, growth and beyond.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho:\nThis series is ideally suited for female founders and c-suite executives who are leading a Canadian technology start-up with the following criteria: \n1) venture backed or venture backed shortly; and2) whose intellectual property strategy is crucial to accelerating their business growth. \nWhen:\nThe sessions will be held every Wednesday from 12:00 – 1:00pm EDT from March 17 – 31\, 2021. \n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\nYou can register for one session below or for them all by clicking here – Register \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 17\, 2021\n12:00 – 1:00pm EDT \n\n\n\n\n1. Intellectual property for growth: Understanding the business value of IP – Register \nDiscussion: General overview of the different type of IP rights relevant to technology companies and how to choose the right type(s) of IP protection. Some common misconceptions about patents as well as how to build a “future-proof” patent portfolio will also be discussed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 24\, 2021\n12:00 – 1:00pm EDT \n\n\n\n\n2. Brand protection in the digital economy: Beyond the basics – Register \nDiscussion: General overview of the role of trademarks in technology companies\, how to choose powerful trademarks\, how to protect trademarks in a global/digital marketplace and how to create exclusivity in a crowded industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 31\, 2021\n12:00 – 1:00pm EDT \n\n\n\n\n3. Managing your IP to enhance your position ahead of a prospective investment or exit – Register \nDiscussion: General overview of the role of IP management in a technology company. How to prepare for a prospective investment or exit including developing/acquiring commercially relevant IP rights and managing third-party risks.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/masterclass-series-on-intellectual-property-for-start-ups-session-1-understanding-business-value-of-ip/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Legal,Patents & Trademarks,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210317T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210317T170000
DTSTAMP:20210317T184109Z
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SUMMARY:RainForest LWOL - Managing your Intellectual Property
DESCRIPTION:Curious about what’s happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? \nJoin us at Lunch Without Lunch every Wednesday to hear about the players\, events\, and news that are making our innovation ecosystem thrive. This weekly meeting is a regular check on the pulse of the community\, open to people of any age\, wage\, or stage of company. \nThis month we focus on building a culture of trust. \nHow does a culture of trust play into managing your intellectual property? At this week’s LWOL we will learn the top 3 IP mistakes that entrepreneurs make and how to avoid them! Marnie Fyten is an IP Advisor with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office and will be sharing her knowledge with us. \nCheck out these great videos from CIPO on all things IP! \nAfter the panel discussion\, we will take part in facilitated networking through breakout rooms. \nZoom Link & Password will be provided in your confirmation email. \nRainforest Alberta is a movement\, building community in the tech and innovation ecosystem in the province through opening conversations around culture\, leadership\, and other focus areas.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/rainforest-lwol-managing-your-intellectual-property/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Innovation,IP - Trademarks & Patents,Learning,Legal,Networking,Patents & Trademarks,Small Business,Startups,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210309T103000
DTSTAMP:20210215T234242Z
CREATED:20210215T234242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T234242Z
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SUMMARY:Inventures Unbound: Small Nuclear Reactors: Let’s Talk Community – and Connect with Stakeholders
DESCRIPTION:Small Modular Reactors \nFeb. 16 – Small Modular Reactors 101\nFeb. 23 – Bright Spots\, Innovation and Provincial Collaboration\nMarch 2 – Let’s Talk Tech – A Deep Dive on SMR Technologies\nMarch 9 – Let’s Talk Community – and Connect with Stakeholders \nAlberta Innovates is presenting the Small Modular Reactor Learning Series as an opportunity to learn about new nuclear technology\, the national action plan\, safety and regulations\, innovation in Canada’s nuclear industry and to better understand the latest technology supply chain. \nThis four-part virtual webinar series is open to anyone who wants to learn about these topics. The event will take place over four consecutive Tuesdays
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/inventures-unbound-small-nuclear-reactors-lets-talk-community-and-connect-with-stakeholders/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:CleanTech,Community Planning,Energy,Industry,Innovation,Marketing,Networking,Social Innovation,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210304T130000
DTSTAMP:20210224T180515Z
CREATED:20210224T180515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T180515Z
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SUMMARY:Adaptation in the Age of COVID-19 and Demystifying Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Adaptation in the Age of COVID-19 and Demystifying Artificial Intelligence\nAbout the event\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this dynamic presentation\, Amber Mac will take audiences on a visual journey to demonstrate how our world is changing during today’s pandemic and why that’s fueling an acceleration of technology that will change the future forever. \nNo matter what industry you’re in\, that means that rapid digitization is a must. Amber will also show how AI is affecting our daily lives and why the future of work depends on its adoption. \nWhile this presentation is eye-opening\, it also includes practical lessons and invaluable tools that are critical for success. \nAbout Amber Mac \nInnovation Speaker | Co-host of Marketing Disrupted and The AI Effect \nConsidered by many to be the go-to expert on anything to do with technology\, Amber Mac helps companies and audiences to stay ahead of the curve. She is an industry veteran\, renowned as a journalist\, moderator\, entrepreneur\, consultant\, and bestselling author. Whatever the setting\, Mac offers clarity of understanding and a passion for digital innovation in all forms. \nMac started her career in San Francisco and Boston during the dot-com boom\, with several roles including as a strategist for Razorfish. Since then\, she has keynoted at more than 400 events around the world and has moderated sessions with everyone from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to former FBI Director James Comey to famed astronaut Chris Hadfield. She’s currently the co-host of two podcast series: Marketing Disrupted and the award-winning The AI Effect. \nIn 2010\, Mac wrote the national bestselling business book Power Friending\, followed by the Amazon bestseller\, Outsmarting Your Kids Online\, which she co-wrote in 2016. She also a regular business host and expert for Fast Company\, Newsweek\, CNN\, Bloomberg\, CBS\, BNN\, CTV\, The Marilyn Denis Show\, and SiriusXM. In 2018\, she was named one of DMZ’s 30 inspirational women making a difference in tech\, and she is recognized internationally as an innovation and technology leader.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/adaptation-in-the-age-of-covid-19-and-demystifying-artificial-intelligence/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Governance,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210224T170000
DTSTAMP:20210122T005004Z
CREATED:20210122T005004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T005004Z
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SUMMARY:The future of IoT in healthcare
DESCRIPTION:With health at the top of our minds\, many are beginning to acknowledge the power that the Internet of Things can play on the accessibility of quality healthcare and innovative practices. \nWhat To expect: \n\nHear how IoT and emerging technology are providing solutions\, gathering data and supporting business decisions\nGain an understanding of the challenges in the health space through in-depth conversation\nSynergistic networking opportunities with key stakeholders in the Health sector\n\nAgenda: \n\n3:00pm – opening remarks\n3:05pm – Microsoft keynote\n3:40pm – panel discussion with Smartone\, Glenrose and W21C (featuring our very own Raja Mita as panel moderator).\n4:10pm – Ellis Don feature\n4:40pm – breakout sessions\n5:00pm – closing remarks\n\nFeb 24\, 2021\n3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/the-future-of-iot-in-healthcare/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Consumer Goods & Retail,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Health,Innovation,IoT,Networking,Research,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210223T103000
DTSTAMP:20210215T233702Z
CREATED:20210215T233702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T233702Z
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SUMMARY:Inventures Unbound: Small Nuclear Reactors: Bright Spots\, Innovation & Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Small Modular Reactors \nFeb. 16 – Small Modular Reactors 101\nFeb. 23 – Bright Spots\, Innovation and Provincial Collaboration\nMarch 2 – Let’s Talk Tech – A Deep Dive on SMR Technologies\nMarch 9 – Let’s Talk Community – and Connect with Stakeholders \nAlberta Innovates is presenting the Small Modular Reactor Learning Series as an opportunity to learn about new nuclear technology\, the national action plan\, safety and regulations\, innovation in Canada’s nuclear industry and to better understand the latest technology supply chain. \nThis four-part virtual webinar series is open to anyone who wants to learn about these topics. The event will take place over four consecutive Tuesdays
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/inventures-unbound-small-nuclear-reactors-bright-spots-innovation-collaboration/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:CleanTech,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T184500
DTSTAMP:20210215T235954Z
CREATED:20210215T235954Z
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SUMMARY:DevCon 21 Student Pitch at TNT Night
DESCRIPTION:Students from #DevCon21 are taking over this TNT pitch night!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\nThu\, February 18\, 2021 \n6:00 PM – 6:45 PM MS \n\n\nWe’re teaming up with Startup Edmonton’s biggest student event of the year to bring you pitches from: \n\nFly & Fetch\nFLIK\nFinanciio\nAgrioLabs\nAR.t\n\nAfter the event we invite everyone to join us at our weekly happy hour\, where you’ll have a chance to chat with the presenters and folks from all corners of our community. It’s held on Discrd.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/devcon-21-student-pitch-at-tnt-night/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Competition,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Small Business,Students,Technology,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="TNT":MAILTO:zstorms@ualberta.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T093000
DTSTAMP:20210203T205545Z
CREATED:20210203T205404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T205545Z
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Cleantech Investing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this masterclass on cleantech investing by some of Canada’s leading investors.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre you looking into investing in cleantech or building a cleantech company? \nAs part of the Alberta Cleantech Investment Summit event line-up\, grab a cup of coffee and join our event partners and participating angels and ventures\, for insight into how seasoned VCs assess cleantech ventures for investment. Join our expert panelists as they share lessons they have learned from their experience in putting capital to work building great companies in this sector. The two masterclass sessions will be held on Feb 11 and Feb 18\, from 8:30am-9:30am MST. \nWe will cover topics such as: \n\nHow do you select viable cleantech ventures?\nWhat is distinct about investing in cleantech companies?\nWhat makes someone a ‘good’ angel investor\n\nFebruary 11th\, 8:30am – 9:30am MST \n\nHosted by Jeanette Jackson\, CEO of Foresight\n\nFeaturing: \n\nJuan Benitez\, BDC Industrial Innovation Fund\nHa Nguyen\, McRock Capital\n\nFebruary 18th\, 8:30am – 9:30 MST \n\nHosted by Jeanette Jackson\, CEO of Foresight\n\nFeaturing: \n\nDarren Bolding\, Natural Products Canada\nMarty Reed\, Evok Innovations
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/masterclass-on-cleantech-investing-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,AI / ML / Data Science,CleanTech,Courses,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Small Business,STEME,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210217T113000
DTSTAMP:20210215T234942Z
CREATED:20210215T234942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T234942Z
UID:15260-1613556000-1613561400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Global Opportunities in Digital Health: Network Medicine
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n\n\nFeaturing Joseph Loscalzo\, M.D.\, Ph.D. \nHarvard Medical School\, Brigham and Women’s Hospital \nAbout this Event \nAlberta needs to harness the power of emerging health opportunities to unlock the full potential of its health innovation capacity. The advent of emerging methods and technologies promises to create products that deliver more effective and patient-centered care. One approach is Network Medicine\, a paradigm-changing discipline that uses systems biology and network science to understand disease mechanisms and therapeutic strategies from an integrated perspective. Join Alberta Innovates on February 17 and learn about the advances and opportunities in the field of Network Medicine featuring Dr. Joseph Loscalzo\, a leading international authority on the subject. Dr. Loscalzo has made tremendous contributions to establishing the field of Network Medicine\, which involves going from molecular level to systems level thinking connecting the biological\, environmental\, and social aspects of human health. \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Loscalzo is Hersey Professor of the Theory and Practice of Medicine\, and Soma Weiss\, M.D.\, Distinguished Chair in Medicine at Harvard Medical School\, and Chairman of the Department of Medicine and Physician-in-Chief at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He received his A.B. degree\, summa cum laude\, his Ph.D. in biochemistry\, and his M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania.Dr. Loscalzo is recognized as an outstanding cardiovascular scientist\, clinician\, and teacher. He has received many awards including the Gold Heart Award from the American Heart Association\, the Educator of the Year Award in Clinical Medicine from Boston University\, and the William Silen Lifetime Achievement in Mentorship Award from Harvard Medical School. He is currently Director of the NIH-funded Center for Accelerated Innovation (the Boston Biomedical Innovation Center)\, and of the NIH-funded Harvard Undiagnosed Disease Network program. He is also former Editor-in-Chief of Circulation\, currently Editor-at-Large of the New England Journal of Medicine\, and a current senior editor of Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine. Previously Dr. Loscalzo has served as an associate editor of the New England Journal of Medicine for nine years. Dr. Loscalzo has been a visiting professor at many institutions\, holds three honorary degrees\, has authored or co-authored over 1\,100 scientific publications\, has authored or edited 51 books\, and holds 32 patents for his work in the field of nitric oxide\, redox biology\, and vascular biology. His most recent work involves systems biology. \nAbout the  Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts ProgramThe Alberta Innovates AICE Program is designed to enable and accelerate early-stage innovators along the commercialization client journey from ideating to conceptualizing across four domains of commercialization. The Program is being delivered in a series of closed-call streams that are designed to support early-stage innovation in emerging fields of health that are highly relevant to Alberta. \nFor more information visit https://albertainnovates.ca/programs/accelerating-innovations-into-care-aice-concepts/
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/global-opportunities-in-digital-health-network-medicine/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Health,Human Talent,Innovation,Learning,Science,STEME,Students,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210216T103000
DTSTAMP:20210215T233336Z
CREATED:20210215T233336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T233336Z
UID:15252-1613466000-1613471400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Inventures Unbound: Learn How Series: Small Nuclear Reactors 101
DESCRIPTION:Small Modular Reactors \nFeb. 16 – Small Modular Reactors 101\nFeb. 23 – Bright Spots\, Innovation and Provincial Collaboration\nMarch 2 – Let’s Talk Tech – A Deep Dive on SMR Technologies\nMarch 9 – Let’s Talk Community – and Connect with Stakeholders \nAlberta Innovates is presenting the Small Modular Reactor Learning Series as an opportunity to learn about new nuclear technology\, the national action plan\, safety and regulations\, innovation in Canada’s nuclear industry and to better understand the latest technology supply chain. \nThis four-part virtual webinar series is open to anyone who wants to learn about these topics. The event will take place over four consecutive Tuesdays
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/inventures-unbound-learn-how-series-small-nuclear-reactors-101/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:CleanTech,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210211T180000
DTSTAMP:20210203T203701Z
CREATED:20210203T203701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T203701Z
UID:15103-1613062800-1613066400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:The Alberta Cleantech Investment Summit
DESCRIPTION:Come and get to know the top 20 companies\, cheer them on\, ask them questions\, then have a beer together!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe Alberta Cleantech Investment Summit is on now\, and we’re raising $100\,000+ for a local company while also training new investors to become confident angels. \nAs part of the due diligence process\, and to show everyone the great companies that we have growing in Alberta\, the top 20 companies will get 3 minutes to pitch to the investors in a public virtual forum on Feb 4th and 11th. Each night 10 companies will pitch. Make sure to register for both nights! \nFeb 4th \n\nCarbonova\nWinecrush Tech.\nWA-VE\nEZ Ops\nZS2 Technologies\nZILA Works\nRuth\nThe Harvest Hub\nVermillion Power Tech.\nCeres Solutions\n\nFeb 11th \n\nAqua Pure Tech.\nDrishya AI Labs\nEnviCore\nWyvern\nSeeO2 Energy\nREVOLUTION Turbine Tech.\nSolarSteam\nGru Organics\nNanode Battery Tech.\nCleanO2 Carbon Capture Tech.\n\nCome support these incredible companies being built right here at home! After the event everyone will have the chance to join our virtual happy hour on Discord and chat with the entrepreneurs and investors. \n\n\n\nAbout the summit \nOur investment summits provide a fun\, approachable way to become an angel investor or to raise capital for your early-stage tech startup. It’s equal parts fundraising\, educating and community building.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/the-alberta-cleantech-investment-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,AI / ML / Data Science,CleanTech,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Networking,Pitch Competition,Small Business,STEME,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="TNT":MAILTO:zstorms@ualberta.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210211T100000
DTSTAMP:20210203T202113Z
CREATED:20210203T202113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T202113Z
UID:15099-1613034000-1613037600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Female Tech Founders\, Funders and Fortifiers Breakfast Series
DESCRIPTION:Female Tech Founders\, Funders and Fortifiers Breakfast Series\nCelebrating women in Western Canada’s tech sector\nBDC’s Women in Technology Venture Fund and Technology Industry teams\, along with its Western Canadian partners\, invite you to attend the virtual edition of the Female\, Founders\, Funders and Fortifiers event series. \nWe are connecting our Western Canadian ecosystems together to celebrate gender equity and promote the advancement of women in the tech space. \nJoin us and hear from a successful Western Canadian woman in tech share her story of successfully navigating her business through the COVID-19 crisis. \nThursday\, February 11\, 2021\n9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. (MST)
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/female-tech-founders-funders-and-fortifiers-breakfast-series/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Networking,Small Business,STEME,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T203000
DTSTAMP:20210204T071816Z
CREATED:20210204T071816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T071816Z
UID:15126-1612897200-1612902600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Perspectives on the Past\, Present and Future of Civic Tech in Canada
DESCRIPTION:Join us as technology veteran Jean-Marc La Flamme shares his perspectives on the past\, present and future of Civic Tech in Canada. Jean-Marc has been on the front lines of innovation for 25 years\, digitally transforming government\, industries\, startups\, non-profits and rural communities using Canadian tech. \nJean-Marc will also discuss civic engagement platforms in Canada and share his view that we need to move away from big tech companies onto our own smart community platforms. He will present an overview of the landscape today and ask how Civic Tech can support its growth. \nJean-Marc La Flamme is the Managing Director of ReGen Villages Canada. ReGen Villages builds regenerative and resilient smart communities\, with integrated life support systems of food\, water\, energy\, education\, economic\, transportation and waste-to-resource management. Communities are connected to each other with a secure but open platform for real time innovation inside smart bioregions. Creator of civic tech teams\, digital financing platforms and exciting intergenerational hackathons allowing all citizens to co-create communities and new business. Founder of co-working spaces\, innovation centers and entrepreneurship programs that brings everyone into the future of work. \nFind out more about CivicTechYYC and signup for our newsletter at https://civictechyyc.ca/ \nTuesday\, February 9\, 2021\n7:00 PM to 8:30 PM MST
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/perspectives-on-the-past-present-and-future-of-civic-tech-in-canada/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Not-For-Profit,Robotics,Science,Small Business,Social Innovation,STEME,Students,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T173000
DTSTAMP:20210203T212328Z
CREATED:20210203T212328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T212328Z
UID:15123-1612888200-1612891800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Talent Programs for Growth-Stage Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to hear from our featured panelists on talent programs available to support local growing tech companies.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThe February Rainforest Connector will feature panelists speaking about government support programs to help growth and startup stage entrepreneurs access talent to grow their companies. By registering\, you will hear an update on the FIRST Jobs Program as well as information on subsidy programs that provide financial support including: \n\nInformation on newly expanded MiTACS program (Deadline Feb 15)\nMitacs Business Strategy Internships\nInformation on the Peter Lougheed Leadership College STRETCH Program\n\nDate And Time\n\nTue\, February 9\, 2021 \n4:30 PM – 5:30 PM MS \n\nWhat is the Connector?\nRainforest Alberta – Connector is an informal get-together for Edmonton entrepreneurs at all stages (from ideation to exiting)\, small business owners\, and ecosystem helpers looking to encourage and promote collisions between people and create connections that will help drive the success of entrepreneurs in Alberta’s innovation system. \nJoin us to meet new like-minded people\, celebrate successes and learn from failures\, and build a community that supports and promotes entrepreneurship across the Province. \nEvents will be hosted online via Zoom and a password is required to access the meetings\, therefore registration is mandatory. \nAs a member of the Rainforest\, you are not excluding yourself from any other community or initiative. We seek to be a harmonious complement to other aligned initiatives and anyone from the community is explicitly invited to join us. \nWhat is Rainforest Alberta?\nRainforest Alberta is movement\, building community in the tech and innovation ecosystem in the province through opening conversations around culture\, leadership\, and other focus areas. \nWe believe Alberta is primed to be a global destination for growing your tech venture right in this province. Come to a meeting to find out why\, or for more information\, visit www.rainforestab.ca \nWho should attend a Rainforest event?\n\nAnyone interested in starting or growing an innovation-based business in Alberta\nFormer entrepreneurs and business owners looking to share their experience and give back to the community that helped make them successful\nAnyone exploring entrepreneurship as a potential career path\nIndividuals or companies who provide services to entrepreneurs at any stage of growth\, from pre-start to growth to succession\nAnyone interested in improving the culture of innovation and trust in Alberta\, making a meaningful impact on the growth of the emerging innovation economy\, or individuals who want to be part of the solution\nResearchers\, inventors\, or makers who are looking for help in making their idea a reality
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/talent-programs-for-growth-stage-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Finance,Innovation,Investment,Leadership,Recruiting,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210204T183000
DTSTAMP:20210203T203245Z
CREATED:20210203T203245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T203245Z
UID:15101-1612458000-1612463400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:TNT CleanTech Top 20 Pitch Night & SK Top 20 Pitch Nigh
DESCRIPTION:Feb 4th –  Simultaneous TNT Cleantech Top 20 Pitch Night I x SK Top 20 Pitch Night I.  Say whaaaat?  Two Top 20 pitch nights at the same time!  How is that even possible?  I can’t even begin to imagine how many zoom accounts must be required.  Good thing we’ve got an actual organizer these days. \n\nThe Alberta Cleantech Investment Summit is on now\, and we’re raising $100\,000+ for a local company while also training new investors to become confident angels. \nAs part of the due diligence process\, and to show everyone the great companies that we have growing in Alberta\, the top 20 companies will get 3 minutes to pitch to the investors in a public virtual forum on Feb 4th and 11th. Each night 10 companies will pitch. Make sure to register for both nights! \nFeb 4th \n\nCarbonova\nWinecrush Tech.\nWA-VE\nEZ Ops\nZS2 Technologies\nZILA Works\nRuth\nThe Harvest Hub\nVermillion Power Tech.\nCeres Solutions\n\nCome support these incredible companies being built right here at home! After the event everyone will have the chance to join our virtual happy hour on Discord and chat with the entrepreneurs and investors. \n\n\n\nAbout the summit \nOur investment summits provide a fun\, approachable way to become an angel investor or to raise capital for your early-stage tech startup. It’s equal parts fundraising\, educating and community building. \n\n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/tnt-cleantech-top-20-pitch-night-sk-top-20-pitch-nigh/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,CleanTech,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,IoT,Networking,Pitch Competition,Small Business,STEME,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="TNT":MAILTO:zstorms@ualberta.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210203T203000
DTSTAMP:20210129T230110Z
CREATED:20210129T230110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T230110Z
UID:15045-1612377000-1612384200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:YEG AI/ML Business Meetup
DESCRIPTION:The Edmonton AI/ML Business Meetup (in conjunction with the Edmonton Data Science Meetup group) is pleased to announce its first meeting of 2021. \nWe are pleased to host an event that will explore AI/ML business applications and always we are striving to bring the Edmonton technical and business worlds together to spark interactions and innovation. \nOur next event will be virtual on Remo plaform (thanks to Startup Edmonton) on February 3rd at 6:30 pm MST. \nSignup through Meetup to get event reminders and to access the event on February 3rd go to:\nhttps://live.remo.co/e/data-science-and-aiml-business-m \nOur speakers will be: \nMyrna Bittner\, CEO Co-Founder\, RUNWITHIT Synthetics Inc. \nTalk: “Seeing things differently ”\nRUNWITHIT Synthetics Inc is a Single Synthetic Environment company de-risking and optimizing complex systems and scenarios in energy\, sustainability\, digital media\, health\, mobility\, climate\, cyber\, and defence. \nNavaneeth Kottayil\, Lead ML Developer @ AltaML \nTalk: Building Trust in Computer Vision with Explainability –\nThis presentation will focus on computer vision explainability and its use as a tool for debugging and building trust when solving practical problems.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/yeg-ai-ml-business-meetup/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,STEME,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210202T113000
DTSTAMP:20201230T090619Z
CREATED:20201230T090619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201230T090619Z
UID:14820-1612256400-1612265400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:About Get to Know Day 2021: Eco System Development
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n\n\nAbout Get to Know Day 2021 \nGet to Know Day is a meetup event for those of us on the front lines of innovation to gather and learn about each other’s programs and services that support innovation. This is an informal way for new and experienced staff to get to know any changes to programs\, what is available\, and what we can all do better to support the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. \nTypically this event is a one full-day session\, however because the event will be delivered virtually we are looking to split the event into four sessions. Sessions will be two and a half hours long\, and run every Wednesday over the course of four weeks starting the second week in January 2021. Session days will be divided into programming support for each stage of innovation development (ideation\, validating and scaling)\, and will end in a final session that brings everyone together to discuss ideas on how to grow the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. \n\nSession 1 – Early stage – Wed\, Jan 13th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 2 – Growth Stage – Wed\, Jan 20th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 3 – Scaling stage – Wed\, Jan 27th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 4 – Ecosystem development – Tues\, Feb 2nd: 9 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/about-get-to-know-day-2021-eco-system-development/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Marketing,Networking,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210129T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210129T093000
DTSTAMP:20210126T195626Z
CREATED:20210126T195626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T195626Z
UID:15030-1611909000-1611912600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Using AI in Agriculture: REMI Program Info Session - Jan 29
DESCRIPTION:Learn how you can leverage AI to support your agriculture business goals!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nIt’s no secret that AI holds opportunities to increase revenue\, improve operations and solve complex problems. At this info session\, learn how Amii’s government-subsidized REMI (Reducing Emissions through Machine Intelligence) Program helps companies of all sizes begin their AI & ML adoption journey\, starting with GHG reduction projects. \nJoin Amii’s Nella Brodett (Director Investment & Partnerships) and Shazan Jabbar (Machine Learning Scientist) as they explore the tangible opportunities that can be enabled using this technology. \nFri\, January 29\, 2021 \n8:30 AM – 9:30 AM MST
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/using-ai-in-agriculture-remi-program-info-session-jan-29/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,AI / ML / Data Science,Course,Digital Transformation,Education,Food,Industry,Innovation,Sustainability,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210128T210000
DTSTAMP:20210112T024005Z
CREATED:20210112T024005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T024005Z
UID:14956-1611856800-1611867600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:ESIO TNT - Screen Industry
DESCRIPTION:January 28th – ESIO TNT I hope!  We’re working with our friends from the screen industries to co-host a fun evening that also informs us on all the great investments the ESIO is making into our local screens industry. \nStartup TNT\nThursdays from 6-9 pm on TNT Discord Channel
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/esio-tnt-screen-industry/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Networking,Small Business,Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="TNT":MAILTO:zstorms@ualberta.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210127T203000
DTSTAMP:20210113T005822Z
CREATED:20210113T005822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T005822Z
UID:14960-1611772200-1611779400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:DemoCamp 51 (Virtual) - YEG/YYC STUDENT EDITION
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\nYEG/YYC STUDENT EDITION \nJoin us for an awesome night of demos from some talented Edmonton & Calgary students! For DemoCamp 51\, we’re partnering up with Platform Calgary & Startup Calgary to bring you 6 amazing demos from two of Alberta’s major cities. Come and see what these students have built at hackathons\, for their classes\, and for their companies. \nYou won’t want to miss this DemoCamp! If you’re a student looking for inspiration\, a new partner to work on a project with\, an employer looking for new talent\, or you just want to see what’s getting built in Edmonton and Calgary\, this is the event for you. \nDEMOCAMP IS GOING VIRTUAL! \nStartup Edmonton remains committed to supporting our member community during COVID-19\, which is why we’re thrilled to continue hosting DemoCamp\, online! \nDemoCamp brings together developers\, creatives\, entrepreneurs and investors to share what they’ve been working on and to find others in the community interested in similar topics. For presenters\, it’s a great way to get feedback on what you’re building from peers and the community\, all in an informal setting. Started back in 2008\, DemoCamp Edmonton has steadily grown into one of the largest in the country\, with over 200 people attending each event. \nWe may be going virtual\, but the rules for DemoCamp stay the same: \n– 7 minutes to demo real\, working products\n– 3 minutes for questions\n– 0 slides allowed \nStay tuned for the DemoCamp 51 lineup. \nInterested in applying to demo at a future event? Fill out the application form here: http://www.startupedmonton.com/democamp/
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/democamp-51-virtual-yeg-yyc-student-edition/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Leadership,Pitch Competition,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210127T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210127T173000
DTSTAMP:20210122T004533Z
CREATED:20210122T004533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T004533Z
UID:15003-1611759600-1611768600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:The Internet of things – intelligent buildings
DESCRIPTION:Much like smart cities\, intelligent buildings present many opportunities for enhanced citizen engagement\, improved quality of life\, and efficient building management. \nWhat new solutions are being implemented and where do opportunities for further innovation exist? \nWe are proud to bring together key decision makers and subject matter experts in the construction sector to educate\, collaborate and support new business opportunities. \nWhat to expect: \n\nGain a new understanding on IoT trends in the construction industry\, both from the perspective of the service providers and the property owners.\nAn opportunity to engage in conversation in facilitated breakout sessions and network with other professionals.\n\nAgenda: \n\n3:00pm – Opening remarks\n3:05pm – keynote speaker: PCL\n3:40pm – panel discussion with speakers from Eddy Solutions\, Rogers Communications\, and Genetec\n4:20pm – feature speaker: Manulife Investment Management\n4:40 pm – keynote speaker: Ellis Don\n5:15pm – breakout rooms\n5:35pm – closing remarks\n\nAlberta Innovates is a proud sponsor of Alberta IoT
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/the-internet-of-things-intelligent-buildings/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Construction,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,IoT,IoT,Living,Real Estate,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210127T120000
DTSTAMP:20201210T003154Z
CREATED:20201210T003154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201210T003154Z
UID:14695-1611738000-1611748800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Inventures Unbound: Get to Know Day: Scaling Stage
DESCRIPTION:Get to Know Day is a meetup event for those on the front lines of innovation to gather and learn about each other’s programs and services.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAbout Get to Know Day 2021 \nGet to Know Day is a meetup event for those of us on the front lines of innovation to gather and learn about each other’s programs and services that support innovation. This is an informal way for new and experienced staff to get to know any changes to programs\, what is available\, and what we can all do better to support the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. \nTypically this event is a one full-day session\, however because the event will be delivered virtually we are looking to split the event into four sessions. Sessions will be two and a half hours long\, and run every Wednesday over the course of four weeks starting the second week in January 2021. Session days will be divided into programming support for each stage of innovation development (ideation\, validating and scaling)\, and will end in a final session that brings everyone together to discuss ideas on how to grow the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. \n\nSession 1 – Early stage – Wed\, Jan 13th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 2 – Growth Stage – Wed\, Jan 20th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 3 – Scaling stage – Wed\, Jan 27th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 4 – Ecosystem development – Tues\, Feb 2nd: 9 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/inventures-unbound-get-to-know-day-scaling-stage/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Leadership,Networking,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210127T113000
DTSTAMP:20201230T090252Z
CREATED:20201230T090252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201230T090252Z
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SUMMARY:About Get to Know Day 2021: Scaling Stage
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n\n\nAbout Get to Know Day 2021 \nGet to Know Day is a meetup event for those of us on the front lines of innovation to gather and learn about each other’s programs and services that support innovation. This is an informal way for new and experienced staff to get to know any changes to programs\, what is available\, and what we can all do better to support the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. \nTypically this event is a one full-day session\, however because the event will be delivered virtually we are looking to split the event into four sessions. Sessions will be two and a half hours long\, and run every Wednesday over the course of four weeks starting the second week in January 2021. Session days will be divided into programming support for each stage of innovation development (ideation\, validating and scaling)\, and will end in a final session that brings everyone together to discuss ideas on how to grow the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. \n\nSession 1 – Early stage – Wed\, Jan 13th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 2 – Growth Stage – Wed\, Jan 20th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 3 – Scaling stage – Wed\, Jan 27th: 9 – 11:30 AM\nSession 4 – Ecosystem development – Tues\, Feb 2nd: 9 – 11:30 AM
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/about-get-to-know-day-2021-scaling-stage/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Leadership,Marketing,Networking,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210215T160000
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SUMMARY:Digital Health Integration Readiness Program (Pre-HaTCH) Applications Open!
DESCRIPTION:Expressions of Interest are welcome now for Brightsquid & Health City’s Digital Health Integration Readiness Program (Pre-HaTCH)!\nDigital Health Integration Readiness Program (Pre-HaTCH)\nHealth City and Brightsquid are pleased to announce the Digital Health Integration Readiness Program (Pre-HaTCH)\, a new initiative aimed to better prepare small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to reach commercialization of their products and service. The program increases entry and integration in the health system\, allowing multiple companies to scale at once. \nWhat is the Digital Health Integration Readiness Program?\nThe Digital Health Integration Readiness Program (Pre-HaTCH) is a joint initiative between Health City and Brightsquid with funding support provided by Western Economic Diversification. This program aims to address existing gaps with clinical integration and provide SMEs with the fundamental understanding of technical readiness\, ultimately preparing them for the ability to tackle the complex integration requirements that are critical to success. SMEs that complete the program can expect the following: \n\nHelp early-stage companies understand the health information regulatory requirements for their product to commercialize\nProvide basic knowledge for software development practices to incorporate privacy and security principles to be successful in the health sector\nProvide a clear overview of Canada’s healthcare delivery and health tech ecosystems\nProvide resource options at the conclusion of the course to clarify the road to market and commercialization\nProvide a 1:1 review session to assess business readiness and be provided with resources and direction to address identified gaps.\n\nImportant Deadlines\nJanuary 26\, 2021: Application opens\nFebruary 15\, 2021: Deadline for EoI submission\nFebruary 22\, 2021: Selection process through industry panels\nWeek of March 1\, 2021: Program sessions begin for successful companies \n\nSession 1: Thursday March 4\nSession 2: Thursday March 11\nSession 3: Thursday March 18\nSession 4: Thursday March 25\n\nHow do I apply?\nInterested Alberta-based SMEs are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest (EoI) to Health City by no later than February 15\, 2021. For more information and to apply\, click here.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/digital-health-integration-readiness-program-pre-hatch-applications-open/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Education,Health,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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