Future Canada: Building Economic Resilience at the Intersection of XR + AI
Schedule
Wed Oct 15 2025 at 08:00 am to 06:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Pearson Convention Centre | Brampton, ON
About this Event
The Event
Amid geopolitical uncertainty, XR (Extended Reality) and AI (Artificial Intelligence) are poised to revolutionize key Canadian industries, enhancing economic opportunity and output, reducing costs, and driving global competitiveness. Meet government leaders, industry executives, investors, and innovators and explore how XR and AI adoption can create tangible pathways to economic growth.
Focused on Key Economic Sectors
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Transportation and Logistics
- Automotive Technologies
- Aerospace and Defence
- Health and Life Sciences
Get actionable XR + AI insights to use right away
SEE.
View the latest advancements and use cases in XR + AI for your industry.
LEARN.
Get best practices and insights from global and industry leaders.
DO.
Leave with powerful tools, strategies, and contacts to get started.
Who will be attending?
Industry Innovators and Thought Leaders
- Executives from the key economic sectors
- XR & AI companies, startups, and R&D
Government Officials and Policy Makers
- Municipal, Provincial, and Federal officials from innovation, defence, and healthcare sectors
- Agencies involved in XR & AI policy and funding
Agenda
🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration
Info: Coffee, tea and refreshments provided
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:35 AM
Welcome Remarks + Future Canada Conference Vision
🕑: 09:35 AM - 10:00 AM
Keynote: “Why XR + AI? Why Now? Canada’s Economic Opportunity”
Host: Julie Smithson: CEO, Metavrse
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
"SEE." Panel Discussion – XR + AI Success Stories
Info: • Presentations and discussion with leaders from manufacturing, health, logistics, automotive
• Real-world XR + AI case studies
Networking Break
Info: Meet industry experts and network with other attendees. Coffee, tea, and refreshments provided.
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
"LEARN." Panel Discussion: The Business Case for XR + AI
Info: • Funding strategies
• How XR + AI increase ROI
• Industry investment perspectives
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Lunch Break
Info: Enjoy a complimentary lunch while networking with other attendees
🕑: 01:30 PM - 01:55 PM
"DO." Keynote Presentation How XR + AI are transforming Canada’s economy
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Panel Discussion: Getting Started in XR + AI
Info: Industry leaders from transportation, healthcare, manufacturing, and AI research show how businesses adopt and scale XR + AI solutions
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Next Steps
Info: • Explore your Future Canada XR + AI toolkit to help you begin and expand your journey
• Learn about continuing training and funding opportunities
🕑: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
XR + AI Demonstration & Innovation Showcase
Info: • Live XR/AI startup demos
• Hands-on exhibits
• Interact with tools and experts
Where is it happening?
Pearson Convention Centre, 2638 Steeles Avenue East, Brampton, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 129.99 to CAD 179.99
