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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210321T130000
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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:20260502T152029
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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:20260502T152029
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:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
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SUMMARY:Women in Business: Finding Passion in Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Business Link is proud to present this Women in Business event in honor of International Women’s Day. This half-day conference will support women entrepreneurs and small business owners in finding passion in entrepreneurship.   \nThis event will feature an incredible keynote speech from Jessica Janzen. Jessica is an author\, joy bringer\, and the Executive Director of the Love for Lewiston Foundation. The passing of her son\, Lewiston\, encouraged her to start living and get on with what she had always dreamed of. This led to the release of her book (Bring the Joy) and raising over $1 Million dollars for the Foundation that she started in honor of her son. Jessica helps leaders move forward and build a stronger tomorrow by overcoming adversity and building resiliency.   \nAttendees will also hear presentations from two accomplished women in business: Marcela Mandeville the CEO of Alberta Women Entrepreneurs\, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to enabling women to build successful businesses\, and Barbara McKenzie\, CEO of Business Link. Following presentations\, there will be interactive\, round table discussions led by ATB Financial\, Alberta Women Entrepreneurs\, and Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub. Attendees can ask our guest experts any questions they have and will discuss challenges and opportunities that women in business face.  \nYou’ll walk away with:  \n\nWays to re-ignite your passion & find joy in entrepreneurship after a challenging year \nKey takeaways from discussions about challenges & opportunities facing women entrepreneurs\, setting your business up for long-term success\, and how to break free from mindsets that have been holding you back \nPlus\, you could win some exciting giveaway items!  \n\nThe Women in Business Box   \nAdd-on to your event ticket with the Women in Business Box. For less than $17\, you’ll receive a box valued at over $80 with some incredible products from local Alberta businesses including: Little Tucker\, Worthy Jams\, a copy of Bring the Joy by Jessica Janzen\, and more! Please note that these boxes are available to Alberta registrants only.   \nPlease note: This program may be recorded. 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/women-in-business-finding-passion-in-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Conference,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Industry,Investment,Leadership,Learning,Marketing,Networking,Small Business,Social Innovation,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210317T110000
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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:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210317T184109Z
LAST-MODIFIED: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:20210316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210315T075120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T075120Z
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SUMMARY:Glass Ceiling Series - Women in Big Data
DESCRIPTION:Women in Big Data\, Edmonton Chapter\, is proud to present our Glass Ceiling Series; four virtual meetings presenting women in early\, mid and late stages in their career paths\, culminating with a perspective seeing through the glass ceiling. \nThe second in our monthly series will be on: \nTuesday\, March 16th\, 2021\, noon-1pm (MST)\nMid Stage Career \nWe will be featuring a conversation with: \n• Miche Priest – Venture Lead at AltaML \nMiche is a startup and product adviser\, investor\, and entrepreneur with a Master of Arts in Communications and Technology from the University of Alberta. She has been part of building banking\, insurance\, pharmaceutical\, and direct-to-consumer software products and is currently commercializing machine learning applications in the animal health space. \nWe will explore her path to her current role and the skills she feels are needed to be successful. \nPlease join us!
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/glass-ceiling-series-women-in-big-data/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Learning,Networking,Small Business,STEME,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
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:20210302T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210302T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210203T211234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T211234Z
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SUMMARY:Business Foundation Series: Startup Steps
DESCRIPTION:Business Foundation Series: Startup Steps\n\nHave an idea and considering starting your own business? \nWe will help you discover if entrepreneurship is right for you and show you how to take your idea and make it a reality. We will help you assess whether your idea is viable\, as well as provide you with the tools\, resources and guidance to help you along the way. You will learn the steps you need to take to start your business. \nPresented by a Business Link Small Business Strategist \nRegister for free today! \n\nDate: Mar 02 2021\nTime: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/business-foundation-series-startup-steps/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Course,Entrepreneurs,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210302T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210215T233943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T233943Z
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SUMMARY:Inventures Unbound: Small Nuclear Reactors: Let’s Talk Tech – A Deep Dive on SMR Technologies
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-tech-a-deep-dive-on-smr-technologies/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:CleanTech,Energy,Industry,Learning,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210224T180124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T180935Z
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SUMMARY:GROWTH & RESILIENCY SPEAKER SERIES Catalyzing Growth through Sales
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth instalment of the Growth & Resiliency Speaker Series\, curated by Mount Royal University’s Growth Catalyst program. \nIn this virtual keynote\, David Hoffeld will discuss insights from his best selling book “The Science of Selling”\, which blends cutting-edge research in social psychology\, neuroscience\, and behavioural economics to dramatically increase your ability to win bigger sales\, more often. \nHoffeld’s evidence-based approach connects the dots between the sales situations we experience every day and how our brains naturally form buying decisions\, to help create repeatable and scalable results. In this session\, Hoffeld will explore: \n\nHow the current world of sales training is broken\nWhy it is essential to understand how customers buy\nHis scientifically-proven six whys® buyer decision-making process\nActionable insights on how you can pitch\, influence decisions\, and close bigger deals more often!\n\nAll individuals attending this presentation will be entered into a draw to win one of David’s books “The Science of Selling”. \nAbout the Speaker \nDavid Hoffeld is the CEO and chief sales trainer of Hoffeld Group and is the author of the groundbreaking book\, “The Science of Selling”. David has created a revolutionary sales approach based on neuroscience and behavioural science that radically increases sales. \nDavid’s model has been recognized globally for its quality and impact. He has lectured at Harvard Business School\, and has been featured in Fast Company\, Fortune\, U.S. News and World Report\, The Wall Street Journal\, INC\, Forbes\, Harvard Business Review\, CBS Radio\, Fox News Radio and more. \nDavid’s expertise in both selling and behavioural science equips him with the tools to understand what it takes to successfully sell in today’s hyper-competitive marketplace. Because of David’s sought after perspective\, he has attracted clients ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies. \nAbout the Growth & Resiliency Speaker Series \nThe Growth & Resiliency Speaker Series is brought to you by Mount Royal University’s Growth Catalyst program in collaboration with Alberta Innovates\, the province’s innovation engine. The Speaker Series is supported in part by the Government of Canada\, as part of the Regional Relief and Recovery Fund. \nTo learn more\, watch previous keynotes\, or to preview what’s coming next\, visit us on: https://www.growthcatalyst.ca/speaker-series \nAbout the Growth Catalyst Program \nLed by Mount Royal University’s Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship\, the Growth Catalyst is an intensive program designed to spark the creation and set the foundation for executing a growth strategy by CEOs and their senior leadership teams. \nTo learn more about the program and apply\, visit us at: www.growthcatalyst.ca \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/growth-resiliency-speaker-series-catalyzing-growth-through-sales/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Learning,Marketing,Media & Communications,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210223T103000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
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:20210218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210203T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T210928Z
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SUMMARY:Setting up your New Small Business for Tax Season Success
DESCRIPTION:Setting up your New Small Business for Tax Season Success\n\n\nCongratulations on starting your business! You’ve registered your trade name\, partnership or you’ve incorporated\, now what? This introductory webinar will focus on all of your ‘what next’ questions when it comes to setting up your business for financial success.\n\n\n \n\n\nSome of the topics to be covered include:\n\n\n– What is a business number\, and changes to how it is assigned after registration\n\n\n– Choosing a Financial year-end (for incorporated companies)\n\n\n– Electing either the quick method or regular method of GST reporting- the differences between both methods and how to choose the best one\n\n\n– How to pay yourself and family members from your business\n\n\n– Setting up a basic accounting tracking system\n\n\n \n\n\nJoin us to set your business up for tax season success!\n\n\nDate: Feb 18 2021\nTime: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nPresented by:\n\n\nVivien Jonathan\, Director\, Key People Accounting\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister for free today!\n\n\n \n\n\nPlease note: By registering to attend this event you are authorizing us to share your contact information with our event partners.\n\n\n \n\n\nThis program may be recorded.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/setting-up-your-new-small-business-for-tax-season-success/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Course,Education,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Learning,Small Business,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210215T234942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T234942Z
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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:20260502T152029
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:20210212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210211T185807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T185807Z
UID:15216-1613131200-1613134800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:You can be part of Alberta's tech ecosystem! Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or looking for a job in tech
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aspiring entrepreneur or looking for a job in tech? \nYou can be part of Alberta’s tech ecosystem\, even if you are not a programmer. \nLast year Alberta’s tech community raised over $500 Million in funding\, employed over 20\,000 people in well-paying jobs\, and it is anticipated to more than double in the next 10 years. \nThis Friday\, there is a special lunch session open to anyone looking to get a job in tech and aspiring or first-time tech entrepreneurs. \nAlbertan’s can launch a tech company or be part of Alberta’s tech ecosystem\, even if they are not a programmer! \nLast year Alberta’s tech community raised over $500 Million in funding\, employed over 20\,000 people in well-paying jobs\, and it is anticipated to more than double in the next 10 yearsJoin us for this free lunch and learn session hosted by Bow Valley College and Amazon Web Services to discover what is possible with cloud computing and how you can be part of Alberta’s tech ecosystem. \nOur first Thursday night session is scheduled from 6PM to 8PM for February 25th and then the 2nd and 4th Thursday in March\, April\, May and then planning some sort of challenge for the June dates. Postings on these dates to follow soon! \nJoin us if you: \n\nWant access to $1\,000 in Amazon AWS credits\nCrave to surround yourself with like-minded people\nYearn to solve some of the world’s biggest challenges\nWant to know if there could be a career in tech for you\nStruggle to launch an idea without a technical co-founder\nAre searching for an entry point into Alberta’s tech community
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/you-can-be-part-of-albertas-tech-ecosystem-are-you-an-aspiring-entrepreneur-or-looking-for-a-job-in-tech/
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Courses,Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Learning,Small Business,STEME,Students,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210211T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210211T090000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210203T205032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T205032Z
UID:15107-1613032200-1613034000@futurecite.com
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\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\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\n\n—
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/masterclass-on-cleantech-investing/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,CleanTech,Courses,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Investment,Learning,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210129T230603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T230603Z
UID:15049-1612875600-1612879200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Ask Me Anything: Incorporating
DESCRIPTION:General Introduction to the AMA Webinar Series: \nLet’s face it\, you have a million and one things to do to grow your business. You could be juggling product-market fits\, trying to attract investors for a big round of funding\, or maybe you’re just starting to iron out the basics. Whatever stage you’re at\, it is important to think long-term about your business goals\, keep you and your business protected\, and understand how using the law can help you throughout the whole process. That is where your lawyer in shining armour comes in; meet Goodlawyer. \nAt Goodlawyer\, we’ve seen and helped business owners and entrepreneurs at all stages of their business and in all areas their business is involved in. Along with the million and one things that you have to do to grow your business\, there’s an equal number of legal issues that you have to navigate as well. Business law can take the shape of general corporate commercial and contractual matters\, real estate\, intellectual property\, employment\, regulatory\, and more! \nThese webinars are for business owners and entrepreneurs to engage with a real life Good Lawyer to gain more information about these various areas and see how they can affect your business. So\, brew yourself a cup of coffee and virtually sit with Goodlawyer for our “Ask Me Anything” webinar series. With varying business law topics every webinar\, Goodlawyer will help demystify this broad and constantly evolving field. \nIn this AMA… \nIn this AMA our Good Lawyer will be exploring and answering your questions in regards to incorporating your business. Both the word and the prospect of incorporating can be intimidating\, but taking short cuts could lead to paying unexpected taxes\, interest penalties\, and leave you personally liable for things that you might not have anticipated. \nWho Should Attend \nNo matter what stage your business is in\, Goodlawyer is eager to guide you on the right track. This webinar is open to ANYONE! But would be most useful if… \n\nYou’re thinking of starting a business;\nYou already have a business; and\nYou are suffering from information overload and don’t know where to start.\n\nAgenda \n\nIntroduction & Ground Rules\nPart 1: Corporate Governance\nPart 2: Incorporation\nPart 3: Common Issues\nQ&A\nConclusion\n\nLawyer \nAlex Koch \nFAQ’s \nFor Frequently Asked Questions\, click here! \nWebinar Link \nJoin Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/2578877082 \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/ask-me-anything-incorporating/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Learning,Legal,Small Business,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210126T233441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T233441Z
UID:15036-1612866600-1612870200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Scale up! How to use technology to boost your business’s efficiency
DESCRIPTION:Looking to get more competitive and profitable? Leveraging technology should already be a top priority. But eager to cut costs\, speed up processes and reduce errors\, many entrepreneurs invest in tech solutions without realizing that investing is only half the battle. \nBefore you can reap the full benefits of technology\, you’ll need operational efficiency and a team that supports digitization. \nJoin our free live webinar and let BDC experts show you the smart way to scale up with tech. They will cover how to boost your company’s productivity and revenues by implementing tech solutions effectively. \nThe presentation will be followed by a Q&A session. BDC Chief Economist Pierre Cléroux will also give an economic update and talk about the importance of making the digital shift in your business. \nLearn how to: \n\n\n\n \nimplement operational efficiency practices to prepare for digital investments\n\n\n \ncreate a culture of continuous improvement\n\n\n \nboost your company’s productivity\, revenues and capacity to innovate
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/scale-up-how-to-use-technology-to-boost-your-businesss-efficiency/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Entrepreneurs,Leadership,Learning,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210203T203000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20210126T235427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T235427Z
UID:15038-1611651600-1613404800@futurecite.com
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210120T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20201114T005902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201114T005902Z
UID:14532-1611129600-1615395600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Courses: AI Strategy and Management - Winter 2021
DESCRIPTION:AI Strategy and Management – Winter 2021\n\n\nWhen\nJan. 20\, 2021 – March 10\, 2021\nVarious\n\n\nWhere\n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSecure your future with the knowledge\, tools and confidence to launch AI projects and manage technical teams.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails:\nModern businesses recognize the transformative power of artificial intelligence but are also facing a severe shortage of skilled workers. The demand for AI and machine learning (ML) expertise is growing across all industries\, and it’s through the marriage of domain expertise with technical ML skills that companies can gain competitive advantages. \nOur eight-week online course combines synchronous (collaborative) and asynchronous (independent) lectures\, readings and discussions\, as well as practical assignments and a final capstone project. In the final project\, you will work in a group to complete a Machine Learning Project Charter for a specific ML project\, and pitch your project to a panel of ML and business experts. \nYou’ll graduate from the course with the: \n\nSkills to draft AI adoption strategy for your organization\nAbility to identify ML projects\, assemble teams\, and execute related business tactics\nConfidence to manage and interact with technical teams\n\nWhat is the goal of this course?\nThe purpose of this course is to develop your knowledge and skills to define and manage a machine learning project that supports your organization’s business priorities. This isn’t a technical course\, but we will get into enough technical details to empower you to have informed discussions with technical teams about the data needed for ML projects\, appropriate approaches to the problem\, and the evaluation of the results. You’ll also have an appreciation of the business\, social and ethical impacts of ML and how they apply to your organization and project. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the considerations required for selecting an appropriate machine learning project in the context of the organization’s capabilities and objectives\nImplement some organizational processes to apply ethical thinking to machine learning projects\nIntelligently discuss data issues with data professionals\nUnderstand and discuss the uses\, strengths and limitations of the three types of machine learning\nEffectively apply the ML Project Charter to think through and pitch an ML project\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to having you join us in January!\n\n\nAre you curious if AI Strategy Management is the right fit for you? Our program Guide outlines all of the details including prerequisites\, module overviews and FAQs. \nStephanie Husby\, pictured above\, will be one of your instructors. Passionate about translating difficult topics into easy-to-access concepts and terminology\, she strives to bridge the gap between business and technical experts. \n\n\n\n\nDownload the Program Guide https://app.hubspot.com/documents/4771956/view/96053384?accessId=b978df\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to Apply?\n\n\nNow more than ever\, businesses recognize the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) but are also facing a severe shortage of skilled workers. \nCourse Fee is grant eligible.  See Program Guide. \nThe demand for AI and machine learning (ML) expertise is growing across all industries\, and it’s through the marriage of domain expertise with ML understanding that companies can gain competitive advantages. \n\n\n\nApply Today
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/courses-ai-strategy-and-management-winter-2021/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Courses,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Science,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20201114T004926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201114T004951Z
UID:14528-1607590800-1607601600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Courses: Machine Learning Foundations 2
DESCRIPTION:ML Foundations 2 – December 10\, 2020 \n\n\n\n\nWhen\nDec. 10\, 2020 – Dec. 10\, 2020\n9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\nWhere\n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a facilitated workshop designed to give you a high-level overview of applied machine learning using real-world cases.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummary:\nAmii’s Machine Learning Foundations 2 is a facilitator-led session with a more technical focus. This workshop will focus on data considerations when undertaking ML problem definition and understanding data needs\, proxies and the Machine Learning Process Lifecycle. \nParticipant Outcomes:\nUpon completion of this course participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the importance of data\, to inform your ML problem\nExploring data needs and proxies\nUnderstanding the Machine Learning Process Lifecycle\n\nRegistration:\n\nRegistration closes December 3.\nThis session is $250 CDN and includes 3 hours of facilitated instruction and 3 hours of self-directed online learning.\nYour $250 fee can be used as a credit for a future session of AI Strategy and Management!\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\nJoin us for 3 hours of facilitated class time over video\, followed by 3 hours of self-directed learning. Proceed to the payment page to complete your registration. \n\n\n\nConfirm your attendance
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/courses-machine-learning-foundations-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Courses,Learning,Science,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201209T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20201210T000157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201210T000157Z
UID:14689-1607540400-1607544000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:An Evening with a Nobel Laureate
DESCRIPTION:The University of Alberta’s celebration for Michael Houghton\, Director\, Li Ka Shing Applied Virology Institute\, and recipient of the 2020 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine. \nHosted by science journalist\, television personality\, and author\nDistinguished Alumnus Dan Riskin \nVisit ualberta.ca to watch at 7:00 p.m. (MST) on December 9\, 2020 \n\n\n\nUniversity of Alberta virologist Michael Houghton spent more than a decade hunting a virus responsible for causing cirrhosis and cancer of the liver in people around the world. \nIn recognition of his discovery of the hepatitis C virus\, Houghton will be awarded the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. \nJoin Bill Flanagan\, President and Vice-Chancellor\, and Brenda Hemmelgarn\, Dean\, Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry\, as we celebrate and honour Michael Houghton\, Director\, Li Ka Shing Applied Virology Institute. \n7 p.m. (MST)\, Wednesday\, December 9\, 2020  \nHoughton will talk about this momentous discovery and the hepatitis C virus vaccine he and his team at Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology have developed that is now in the late pre-clinical stage of testing. Houghton is also leading an effort to produce a vaccine for COVID-19. \nHosted by science journalist\, television personality\, and author\nDistinguished Alumnus Dan Riskin \nWith special guest\nDistinguished Alumnus D. Lorne Tyrrell\, OC\, AOE\, Founding Director\, Li Ka Shing Institute of Virology\n\n\n \nTo view\, visit u at 7 p.m. (MST) on Wednesday\, December 9\, 2020\n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/an-evening-with-a-nobel-laureate/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Health,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Research,Science,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201203T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20201111T042133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T042133Z
UID:14506-1607011200-1607018400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:PROPEL SHOWCASE
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, December 3\, 2020 \n4:00 PM  6:00 PM \nVirtual Propel ShowcaseEdmonton\, ABCanada(map) \nGoogle CalendarICS \nWe are thrilled to invite you to Startup Edmonton’s newest event that celebrates and showcases the city’s up and coming startups from our latest pre-accelerator program\, Propel! \nThe Propel Showcase gives you the opportunity to connect with the startup community\, learn about the Propel companies\, and celebrate the hard work and dedication of the incredible entrepreneurs in our community! \nThe second cohort for Propel is: \n\nFixIt Service Professionals Inc. (Sam Beaudoin)\nCopysmith (Jasmine Wang)\nDoortender (Brian Abelseth)\nAreto Labs (Lana Cuthbertson)\nFly and Fetch Inc. (Victoria Celi)\nStat59 (Jeffrey Franc)\nQuality Connect (Andrew Wellwood)\nBrowse AI (Ardy Naghshineh)\nLrnkey (Hayrapet Hambardzumyan)\n\nPowered by a grant from Alberta Innovates\, Propel is a 12-week program designed to support tech entrepreneurs as they solidify their business foundations and prepare to apply for accelerators\, secure investment\, and increase revenue. \n“One thing we have learned in this pandemic is the value of problem solvers to some of society’s greatest issues. Whether in times of crisis or in times of growth\, we are led by an army of problem solvers who think differently to continually derive new solutions. As Edmontonians\, we are thrilled to support these problem-solving entrepreneurs as they progress the ecosystem forward through times of uncertainty.” says Aatif Baskanderi\, Director\, Startup Edmonton \n  \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/propel-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Marketing,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20201114T004558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201114T005027Z
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SUMMARY:Courses: Machine Learning Foundations 1
DESCRIPTION:ML Foundations 1 – December 3\, 2020 \n\n\n\n\nWhen\nDec. 3\, 2020 – Dec. 3\, 2020\n9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\nWhere\n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a facilitated workshop designed to give you a high-level overview of applied machine learning using real-world cases.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSummary:\nAmii’s Machine Learning Foundations 1 is a facilitated workshop designed to give the learners a high-level overview of applied machine learning using real-world cases. \nWe will discuss the machine learning process\, how to define a machine learning problem and social and ethical concerns around AI. \nParticipants will examine the dimensions of data\, people\, strategy and tools through the AI lens. This session is recommended for all stakeholders from users to management\, as well as technical staff\, to ensure a common starting point for everyone. \nParticipant Outcomes:\nUpon completion of this course participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the importance of strategy\, data\, people and technology in accessing the power of ML as a business tool\nHave informed discussions about what business problems in their organization might be appropriate for applying ML\nThink productively about a good ML question that relates to a business problem\n\nRegistration:\n\nRegistration closes November 26.\nThis session is $250 CDN and includes 3 hours of facilitated instruction and 3 hours of self-directed online learning.\nYour $250 fee can be used as a credit for a future session of AI Strategy and Management!\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\nJoin us for 3 hours of facilitated class time over video\, followed by 3 hours of self-directed learning. Proceed to the payment page to complete your registration. \n\n\n\nConfirm your attendance
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/courses-machine-learning-foundations/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Courses,Digital Transformation,Education,Learning,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201126T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20201126T060002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201126T060002Z
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SUMMARY:Building the post-pandemic workplace with Julian Barling\, Queens U
DESCRIPTION:WEBINAR: Building the post-pandemic workplace with Julian Barling \nHow will we redesign work and do so in a way that’s good for people and organizations while preparing us for the next societal crises\, whether they be pandemics\, recessions or something else we haven’t yet anticipated? \nLed by Professor Julian Barling\, this webinar will be based on hard lessons recently learned and the best of organizational science from decades of research. \nThursday Nov 26\, 2020 1:00 PM EST – Register Now
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/building-the-post-pandemic-workplace-with-julian-barling-queens-u/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:COVID 19,Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Governance,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Small Business,Students,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201117T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201117T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20201111T041439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T041439Z
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SUMMARY:Raising Your First Investment Startup - Good Lawyer
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn the secrets of Goodlawyer’s financing history\, including legal & practical tips on how you can raise your first investment!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nLet’s face it; you have a million and one things to do to grow your business. Maybe you are looking for product-market fit\, trying to attract investors for another round of funding\, or still building your MVP. At any stage\, you must keep yourself and your business protected. That is where your Lawyer in shining armour comes in; meet Goodlawyer. \nSo\, take a breath and brew yourself a cup of coffee and virtually sit down with our special guest\, CEO and former Lawyer\, Brett Colvin\, for a “Ask Me Anything” forum. \nWhat to Expect:\nTo celebrate Innovation Week\, we will be having a special appearance from our CEO \, Brett Colvin\, and lawyer Josh Weinberger\, where they will give both a practical and legal perspective of raising your first startup investment. Raising your first round of funding as a new founder is a perplexing journey that can be a daunting\, frustrating\, and time-consuming experience. As innovative thinking becomes more and more critical during the uncertainty of COVID-19\, we will explore the current Do’s and Dont’s of raising money and the strategies Brett has used over the past two years that have helped him create Goodlawyer. \nMore about Innovation Week:\nNow more than ever\, innovative thinking has become a necessity for navigating through the COVID-19 pandemic. At Goodlawyer\, we are reimaging what the landscape of law looks like in Canada through leveraging technology to make the practice of law better and more efficient. Too many people and businesses go without the legal help they need because they simply can’t afford it. By streamlining the customer experience\, we’re helping everyone get access to quality\, affordable and transparent legal services. Through ingenuity\, creativity\, persistence and a whole lot of teamwork\, Goodlawyer is invested in building the small business and startup community. Join us November 16th-20th in recognizing and celebrating Canadian Innovation online and use #CanadianInnovationWeek. \nWhat more information on Innovation Week? Check out Canadian Innovation Space for more details.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/raising-your-first-investment-startup-good-lawyer/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Innovation,Investment,Learning,Legal,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T152029
CREATED:20201101T235332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201101T235332Z
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SUMMARY:Deloitte 360 Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 360 by Deloitte\n360 by Deloitte (formerly known as Deloitte 360°) will take place as a live virtual experience on November 17\, 18\, and 19\, 2020 from 11am to 1pm EST. \nWhat to expect\nOur complimentary flagship conference brings together public and private sector executives from all over Canada. You can expect conversations and panel discussions with progressive and innovative leaders covering a variety of industry issues\, insights\, and opportunities that hold the potential to help propel Canada into a thriving new-age economy. \nAttendees joining the event in real time will also have the opportunity to interact directly with other participating executives across the country via our virtual platform’s chat capabilities. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/deloitte-360-session-1/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Economy,Finance,Human Talent,Industry,Leadership,Learning,Technology,Webinar
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