CANARIE National Summit 2018
October 2 - 3, 2018
Automation Nation
IF YOU COULD AUTOMATE IT, WOULD YOU?
Gather with leaders in research, private industry, and government to explore the opportunities and challenges in Canada’s automated future and the impact on business, innovation, discovery and ethics.
BALANCE
Manual vs automated: how do the two realities tip the scale? Discover what a truly automated nation would mean for our everyday lives.
LEARN
How will AI and automation impact Canadian research and discovery? Learn from trailblazing researchers about national and global breakthroughs.
ENGAGE
Engage with your peers and meet new colleagues to collaborate on new ideas and initiatives.
Take 2 minutes to see why you should attend the CANARIE National Summit:
2017 Attendee Feedback Highlights
“Above and beyond my expectations. Great value for this level of conference.”“The CANARIE Summit is one of the best conferences I attend each year. Full stop.”What was the highlight of this year’s Summit?
”Diversity of backgrounds of attendees and speakers, openness to share/discuss.”“For me…the highlight was to gain a broad overview of digital, policy and research initiatives in Canada.”“Everything was a highlight: successful and innovative, the organization, speakers, animators, hospitality, originality (music, movement, humour)”“Getting a clear perspective on the direction technology is taking us and how one will need to adapt in order to stay relevant.”What did we discuss at the 2017 Summit?
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Program
Please note: the CANARIE National Summit will be conducted in English.
All Summit sessions, including meals and networking breaks will take place in the Canada Room of the National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin Street, Ottawa. All Summit participants are invited to attend CANARIE’s 25th Anniversary Reception on the evening of October 2nd at the O’Born Room of the National Arts Centre.
| October 2, 2018 | ||
| 8:00 – 9:30 AM | Registration and Breakfast |
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| 9:30 – 9:45 AM | Opening Remarks |
Jim Ghadbane, President and CEO, CANARIE Kathryn Anthonisen, Vice President, External Relations, CANARIE |
| 9:45 – 10:45 AM | Dr. Helen Papagiannis, Expert on Augmented Reality |
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| 10:45 – 11:15 AM | Networking Session |
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| 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM | Dr. Isaac Tamblyn, Research Scientist, National Research Council |
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| 12:00 – 1:30 PM | Lunch and Networking Session |
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| 1:30 – 2:30 PM | Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Conversational AI to Improve Financial Literacy |
Natalie Cartwright, Co-founder & COO, Finn AI |
| 2:30 – 3:20 PM | Dr. Pablo Samuel Castro, Senior Research Software Developer, Google |
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| 3:20 – 3:45 PM | Networking Session |
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| 3:45 – 4:30 PM | Alex Benay, Chief Information Officer, Government of Canada |
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| 5:00 – 7:00 PM | CANARIE’s 25th Anniversary Reception |
O’Born Room, National Arts Centre |
| October 3, 2018 | ||
| 8:00 – 9:00 AM | Registration and Breakfast |
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| 9:00 – 10:00 AM | Dr. Sean Gourley, TED Fellow, Founder and CEO, Primer |
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| 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM | A Braze(n) Journey of Smart Wheelchairs: from Research to Market |
Dr. Pooja Viswanathan, CEO, Co-founder, Director, Braze Mobility |
| 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM | Networking Session |
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| 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM | Dr. Ian Kerr, Canada Research Chair in Ethics, Law & Technology, University of Ottawa |
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| 12:15 – 1:45 PM | Lunch and Networking Session |
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| 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM | CANARIE Looking Ahead |
Jim Ghadbane, President and CEO, CANARIE |
| 1:45 – 2:45 PM | Robin Winsor, President and CEO, Cybera |
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| 2:45 PM | Closing Remarks |
Jim Ghadbane, President and CEO, CANARIE Kathryn Anthonisen, Vice President, External Relations, CANARIE |
Registration
All fees are in CAD and are subject to HST. Registration fees include all on-site meals throughout the Summit proceedings, in addition to CANARIE’s 25th Anniversary Reception on the evening of October 2nd.
| CANARIE Members* | Non-Members | |
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| Early Bird Rate (pre August 8, 2018) | $299 | $349 |
| Standard Rate (August 8 – September 28, 2018) | $349 | $399 |
| Late Registration Rate (September 29 – October 3, 2018) | $449 | $499 |
*Check to see if your organization is a member of CANARIE.
Register NowSponsorship
Sponsors of the CANARIE National Summit are able to strengthen their exposure to and collaboration with Canada’s research, education and innovation communities through extended networking sessions and opportunities that include brand promotion, exhibition, and the introduction of speakers.
The 2017 National Summit included diverse sessions on the opportunities and challenges that exist in the interconnectedness of science, commerce, and security. Attendees reported high satisfaction with the event, with 95% of attendees stating they were “Extremely Satisfied” with the Summit. An overwhelming majority of participants said they would recommend the Summit to colleagues.
2017 Attendee Profile
| Platinum Sponsor $7,500* 1 available | Gold Sponsor $5,000* 0 available | Silver Sponsor $2,500* |
| *For CANARIE Members. Non-Member Price is $10,100. | *For CANARIE Members. Non-Member Price is $7,600. | *For CANARIE Members. Non-Member Price is $5,100. |
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| Silver Sponsors may choose one of the following options: Option A
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* CANARIE membership includes a $2,600 discount per year for a CANARIE program, i.e. Canadian Access Federation or Sponsorship. The member organization may select the CANARIE program to which its annual discount could be applied.
Should you wish to become a CANARIE member, please visit our page and complete the online form at: http://www.canarie.ca/members/become-a-member/.
How to Sponsor
Please complete a Sponsorship Agreement and send it to sponsorship@canarie.ca along with a high-resolution logo of your organization. Upon receipt of the completed Agreement and your logo the promotion of your brand through National Summit communications channels will begin.
If you have any questions about sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Ela Yazdani
Director of Communications, CANARIE
ela.yazdani@canarie.ca | 613-943-5432
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Travel & Accommodations
Andaz Ottawa Byward Market
325 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, Ontario
Set in the heart of ByWard Market, a historic marketplace and presently an urban centre of chic boutiques, galleries, restaurants and nightlife, Ottawa’s newest hotel inspires exploration of Canada’s Capital city. The residentially styled guestrooms and public spaces reflect a sense of place, showcasing Canadian design, materials and motif. The modern high-rise hotel offers stunning views across the market to the Parliament Buildings and the scenic Gatineau Hills from the rooftop restaurant and lounge.
The CANARIE room block at the Andaz Hotel is now sold out, but other hotels may still have availability for the Summit dates. Please consider checking your travel dates on kayak.com, which will search all available guest rooms in the area. Please note that some bookings through this service may require non-refundable bookings.
Reservations
Attendees must make their own accommodation and payment arrangements directly with a hotel.
Travel to Ottawa
Local Dining
Ottawa is host to a wide range of restaurants to fit every palate. The city’s ethnic diversity will allow you to travel the tastes of the globe as you explore your surroundings. The Summit’s venue, the National Arts Centre, is within steps of the Parliament Buildings and a host of restaurants in Ottawa’s famous Byward Market.
Ottawa International Airport
Visit the Ottawa International Airport website to find flight information and rental car options. Transportation is also available directly from the terminal to downtown Ottawa via bus, taxi, limousine, or Uber.
VIA Rail
VIA Rail provides frequent daily service to Ottawa from most Canadian cities. Ottawa’s Central Station is a short bus or taxi ride from downtown.
Public Transit
OC Transpo provides comprehensive transit services to nearly one million people in Ottawa. The National Arts Centre is easily accessible by OC Transpo from the airport and train station.
Contact
Registration Questions
Please email registration@canarie.ca or call 1-613-680-6950.
National Arts Centre
1 Elgin Street, Ottawa, Ontario