Connect to the Exponential Future
SingularityU empowers a global community to develop and implement solutions that harness and advance exponential technology. Building on the success of the first SingularityU Canada Summit, we are expanding the conversation and sharing the best of Canadian and international technology. Learn about the transformative impact that technologies like artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and digital medicine will have on our lives and our world.
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Join the Movement & Become a Partner of the Summit
Connect your brand to Canada’s exponential thinkers and organizations, ensure your key employees and clients join you on this journey, inspire people to think BIGGER & further, help co-create and shape the summit.
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What is SingularityU Canada?
SingularityU Canada is a pan-Canadian community of innovators using exponential technologies to resolve some of the world’s most pressing issues. In hopes of building a brighter, more abundant future, this collaborative platform empowers individuals and organizations to discover and develop breakthrough solutions using rapidly evolving technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, and digital biology.
About SingularityU Canada Summit
The 2019 SingularityU Canada Summit is devoted to reinforcing Canada’s global role as a key technological innovator. Gain a deeper understanding of how exponential technology will benefit nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Listen to and participate in expert panel presentations and open discussions. Work and play with product demos that let you experience the future today. Meet like-minded forward-thinkers and join a growing network of thought leaders, trailblazing practitioners, and impact startups.
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For special requests reach out to info@sucanada.org
Summit Program
Join us in Edmonton for two days full of inspiring talks, thought-provoking panel discussions, stimulating workshops, and fascinating demos.
Speakers
Arash Aazami
Singularity University Faculty, Energy / Founder, Kamangir
Dr. Irwin Adam
Future of Food Faculty
Cassia Attard
Innovator at The Knowledge Society (TKS)
Oren Berkovich
President & CEO
Dr. Taddy Blecher
CEO Community Individual Development Association and Maharishi Institute
Dr. David Bray
Impact & Disruption Faculty
Denise Brosseau
CEO, Thought Leadership Lab
Ananya Chadha
Machine Learning & AI Developer, The Knowledge Society (TKS)
Dr. Divya Chander
Faculty Chair, Neuroscience, Singularity University
Anupra Chandran
Innovator at The Knowledge Society (TKS)
Anne Connelly
Blockchain Faculty
Neil Desai
Governance and Security Faculty
Nick Dechev
Biomedical System Design and Mechatronic Engineering at the University of Victoria
Dr. Philip Marc Edgcumbe
Medicine Faculty
Pascal Finette
Chair, Entrepreneurship & Open Innovation
Ryan Gariepy
Robotics Faculty / Chief Technology Officer, Clearpath
Dr. Suzanne Gildert
AI Faculty / Robotics Faculty
Dr. Cynthia Goh
Nanotech Faculty
Shawn Kanungo
Disruption Strategist & Keynote Speaker
Jane Kearns
Cleantech Faculty
Zayna Khayat
Future Strategist with SE Health
Dr. Sonny Kohli
Medicine Faculty
Julie Legault
Executive Director, Amino Labs
Jody Medich
Futurist, Product Designer
Chad Park
Chief Innovation Officer of The Natural Step Canada, Director of the Energy Futures Lab
Dr. Frederik G. Pferdt
Chief Innovation Evangelist, Google / Adjunct Professor, Stanford University
Jeffrey Rogers
Principal Facilitator, Singularity University
Gabrielle Scrimshaw
MBA/MPA 2018, Stanford GSB + Harvard Kennedy School
Jack Sim
Founder of the Restroom Association of Singapore and World Toilet Organization
Lisa Kay Solomon
Chair of Transformational Practices and Leadership at Singularity University
Dr. Tiffany Vora
Faculty Director & Vice Chair, Singularity University Digital Biology and Medicine
Bill Whitelaw
CEO, JWN Energy
Satellite Events
Can’t join us in Edmonton? Attend one of our livestream and satellite events across the country.
The Lab
Get your hands on innovative robotics and VR solutions, see life-changing medical tech in action, and experience awe-inspiring surprises.
Host City and Venue
Edmonton Convention Centre (MAP)
9797 Jasper Ave
Edmonton, AB
T5J 1N9
We’re coming out West! This year, we are working with a diverse group of strategic partners to host the SingularityU Summit in Edmonton, AB. Located in the heart of western Canada, Edmonton is Alberta’s capital city and is home to 1.3 million people. While various cities in Canada have been recognized for their innovative initiatives, Edmonton is one that is leading the way in AI, big data and healthcare. The city is made up of like-minded, enterprising business people, who are technologically driven and entrepreneurial-fuelled.
Hotel and Transportation
Please use your preferred supplier or click here for accommodation options in downtown Edmonton.
Courtyard Edmonton Downtown.
Special Group Rate $179 CAD per night.
Start: Monday 22nd April
End: Saturday 27th April
Last Day to Book: Saturday April 20th (SOLD OUT)
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, a four diamond luxury hotel, is situated in the heart of downtown Edmonton and a two block walk from the Edmonton Conference Centre.
A block of rooms with special summit pricing, starting at $209/ night, has been reserved until Thursday, March 21, 2019. (SOLD OUT)
Flights and Ground Transportation
Click on the appropriate links to receive special discounted flight pricing to the Edmonton International Airport for SingularityU Canada Summit participants for travel from: April 16 – 30, 2019
Air Canada – aircanada.com (Attendee code:YDXKW7P1)
WestJet – www.westjet.com/conventions (Attendee code: P61KU54)
Travel Agent use only promo code – WDD78 (if booking in GDS please use Promo Code)
5% off Econo and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada – 2% off Econo, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base trans border fares for guests travelling Trans-border.
For ground transportation options to and from the Edmonton International Airport, click HERE
Grand Challenges
We believe the convergence of exponential technologies will empower the global community to solve the world’s twelve grand challenges. At the 2019 SingularityU Canada Summit, we will be focusing on challenges concerning Health, Energy, Prosperity, and Citizenship.
Join the Community
Join Canada’s exponential thinkers and doers. Get the latest news about Canadian innovation and learn how you can be a part of the movement.
Make the Most of Your Summit Experience
Learn, share, and create together with the SingularityU community. Arrive with a mindset that is open to new perspectives, and take advantage of emerging opportunities.
“Our Mission is to Inspire and Enable More Canadians to Think BIG, Take Risks, and Drive Global Impact.”
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