BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Automate Canada - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://automatecanada.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Automate Canada REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230929 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230819T010123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230819T010123Z UID:4406-1695600000-1695945599@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:CMTS DESCRIPTION:CMTS is Canada’s stage for manufacturing technologies\, best practices and industry connections.\nFor more than 40 years\, the CMTS audience from within Canada’s leading industries including automotive and aerospace have come together to source solutions and knowledge from the global leaders in machine tools and tooling\, metalworking\, and advanced manufacturing. Our event offers a diverse mix of live technology on display\, with unrivaled keynotes\, panel discussions and technical sessions. \nEvent Dates\nSeptember 25 – 28\, 2023 \nLocation\nToronto Congress Centre\, North\n650 Dixon Rd\, Etobicoke\, ON M9W 1J1 URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/cmts/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230915 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230625T020611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T020611Z UID:4400-1694476800-1694735999@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Carbon Capture Canada DESCRIPTION:Carbon Capture Canada is the only pan-Canadian convention showcasing Canada’s innovation and offerings in carbon capture\, utilisation and storage. The convention offers an opportunity to meet key industry players over a three-day program\, with a two-day business conference and trade show followed by visits to relevant sites in Alberta. \nTrade commissioners from around the world will be organizing delegations of international buyers to attend this event\, offering Canadian companies an invaluable opportunity to connect with potential clients abroad. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/carbon-capture-canada/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230907T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230907T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230819T005335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230819T005335Z UID:4405-1694086200-1694091600@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Reducing Energy Waste and Costs DESCRIPTION:Emerging Technologies Speaker Series: \nReducing Energy Waste and Costs\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, Sept. 7\, 2023 \nTime: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT \nLocation: Invest WindsorEssex Automobility and Innovation Centre \n3475 Wheelton Dr.\, Windsor\, Ont. N8W 5A6 \n  \nAttend this free lunch-and-learn session to hear about the latest technologies in reducing energy waste and costs in Windsor-Essex.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nInvest WindsorEssex is pleased to partner with Automate Canada and the Canadian Association of Moldmakers on the latest in-person Emerging Technologies Speaker Series. \n  \nLearn from experts how to incorporate energy cost reduction into your sustainability and carbon emission plans\, aligning you with your customers’ carbon footprint goals. The presentation will also include an overview of carbon pricing and sustainability planning.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nGuest speaker: Plamen Notov\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout E2F Systems: \nE2F Systems is a Windsor-based company that provides sustainable\, smart and innovative solutions to reduce waste\, cut costs and improve energy efficiency.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/reducing-energy-waste-and-costs/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230705T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230705T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230625T021029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T021029Z UID:4403-1688580000-1688587200@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Partner Event: Digital Drive: Enabling Small Business Growth – A Digital Marketing Mastery Bootcamp DESCRIPTION:Program Introduction\nDigital marketing can be overwhelming\, but it doesn’t have to be! ICCC’s Online Digital Marketing Mastery Bootcamp is here to simplify things for you. \nAs the digital landscape continues to evolve\, it’s important to have practical skills that can help you stay ahead of the curve. Learn to effectively use digital and social media channels\, explore Google Analytics\, and set clear\, actionable digital marketing strategies for your business. Get hands-on training in the latest tools and techniques\, develop skills to succeed in website marketing\, social media advertising\, email marketing\, and Google Ads. \nProgram designed and delivered by York University’s Asian Business and Management Program. On program completion all participants receive a certificate of completion from York University. \nAbout the Program \n\nEngaging & Highly Interactive Format\nTotal 36 training hours over nine weeks. Online sessions held twice a week from 6-8 pm*\nLearn Through Doing – Receive a microgrant up to $500 to invest in real-world digital marketing initiatives and experiment with new techniques.\nShowcase your progress and learnings to experts and receive their inputs.\n\n*Timings of some sessions might vary \nAdded Bonus \n\nBe a part of the ICCC Marketing community – An online discussion forum and a reservoir of resources.\nParticipate in Workshops\, Knowledge Forums\, Seminars\, and other networking events.\nGet access to mentorship and coaching sessions by industry experts and mentors.\nReceive access to a curated content library to develop additional skills.\n\nProgram Journey- A four step learning journey- spread across four modules: \n\nStep 1: Preparing for Marketing Mastery- Put the building blocks in place to revolutionize digital marketing approach and outperform your competition.\nStep 2: Choose and Use the Right Tools- Get hands-on and supercharge your marketing with right digital platforms and techniques.\nStep 3: Optimize with Data and Analysis- Unlock the full potential of your data and unprecedented insights into what your customers want\, like\, and need.\nStep 4: Love it When a Plan Comes Together- Create a crystal-clear vision for your strategy and turn it into a concrete action plan that delivers results.\n4 cohorts from Jul 2023 – Mar 2024. First cohort starts: July 5\, 2023. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/partner-event-digital-drive-enabling-small-business-growth-a-digital-marketing-mastery-bootcamp/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230629T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230629T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230625T020754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T020754Z UID:4401-1688043600-1688047200@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:2023 Summer Global Economic Outlook DESCRIPTION:Rapidly changing global events\, paired with limited resources and rising interest rates\, can make it challenging to manage business growth. \nIf you’re a Canadian entrepreneur on a journey to global expansion\, you won’t want to miss our upcoming webinar where expert panelists will share the latest economic analysis to help you make better business decisions. \nJoin us live Thursday\, June 29\, 2023\, from 1 to 2 p.m. ET when we’ll discuss: \n\nEDC Economics’ latest analysis on the international business environment\, including growth for key economies\, commodity prices\, interest rates and exchange rates\nEDC Economics’ energy outlook on key commodities\nThe prospects for recovery in both developed and emerging markets\nHow rapidly changing global events are shaping the global economic outlook\nCentral banks’ monetary policy decisions and the implications for exporters URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/2023-summer-global-economic-outlook/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230627T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230627T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230625T020928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T020928Z UID:4402-1687870800-1687874400@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Export Series Webinar – Session 5: Developing Your Capability Statement DESCRIPTION:The post-pandemic recovery of the Canadian economy is heavily replying on exports. To remain competitive and thrive in global markets\, Canadian Businesses need to develop effective market strategies. \nCAMSC Expo Series is a set of webinars specifically designed to help you acquire the knowledge and develop the skills to be fully equipped for export market. \nOur 5th session of the series will be held on Tuesday\, June 27th at 1pm and the topic is Developing Your Capability Statement.                  . \nDeveloping your business resume means defining your capability statement.  This session will offer organizations the opportunity to create a snapshot of your business – what you do\, what you offer to your clients and ultimately what sets you apart from your competitors.  Your capability statements sets in place your roadmap to success. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/export-series-webinar-session-5-developing-your-capability-statement/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230627 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230630 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230625T020503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230625T020503Z UID:4399-1687824000-1688083199@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Collision 2023: Trade Commissioner Service Innovate with Canada Business-to-Business Program DESCRIPTION:Collision\, one of the world’s biggest tech conferences\, will be returning to Toronto from June 26-29\, 2023. Collision brings together the brightest minds in tech and offers an excellent venue to showcase new and innovative technologies and connect with global business opportunities. This year\, it is anticipated that more than 40\,000 tech and innovation enthusiasts will attend Collision. \nIn 2022\, our network of Trade Commissioners recruited more than 200 qualified foreign companies and investors from the United States\, Mexico\, Europe\, South America\, Asia and Africa to meet with Canadian companies though our curated business program on the margins of the event. The Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) business-to-business (B2B) program resulted in over 750+ business meetings\, facilitating many new international business connections and leads for our Canadian clients. \nOnce again\, we will be leveraging this event to organize a B2B matchmaking program to connect cutting-edge Canadian technology companies with global corporate technology buyers and venture capital (VC) investors. Registration for the B2B program has now closed.\, \nCanadian companies can still stop by the TCS booth (E359) to meet Trade Commissioners from around the world and uncover international business opportunities.\nAttend our seminar sessions to unlock your global growth! URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/collision-2023-trade-commissioner-service-innovate-with-canada-business-to-business-program/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230622T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230622T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230609T092146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T092146Z UID:4398-1687449600-1687460400@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:CAMM AGM DESCRIPTION: URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/camm-agm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230621T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230621T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230609T092046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T092046Z UID:4397-1687363200-1687374000@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Automate Canada AGM DESCRIPTION: URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/automate-canada-agm-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230522 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230526 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230309T131607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T131607Z UID:4395-1684713600-1685059199@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Automate 2023 DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re trying to figure out how to get started or need to find a better way to perform an existing operation\, the Automate conference is your exclusive chance to learn from automation experts and receive training. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/automate-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230405T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230405T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230309T150243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T150243Z UID:4396-1680694200-1680697800@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Members Speak Up Roundtable Discussion DESCRIPTION:Each month\, CAMM and Automate Canada will be holding member consultations on important topics. \nRegistration is limited. Email nicole@camm.ca for more information. \nInvitations will go out in March\, 2023. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/members-speak-up-roundtable-discussion/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230302T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230302T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230122T001924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T001924Z UID:4392-1677762000-1677776400@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Advance Women in Manufacturing 2023 DESCRIPTION:March 2\, 2023 at 1:00pm ET\n\nIt is critical to continue chipping away at all the barriers preventing or discouraging women from entering Canada’s manufacturing industry. Annex Business Media’s Manufacturing Group is back with Advance: Women in Manufacturing to facilitate conversations about breaking barriers\, advancing women into positions of their choice and embracing equity. \nScheduled for March 2\, the half-day virtual summit will explore strategies to help women power their journey in Canada’s manufacturing industry. \nThe event will feature experts working to create diverse and inclusive workspaces. Influencers in the Canadian manufacturing sector\, as well as women who have trailblazed in their careers will share solutions to overcome every day challenges women face in the industry. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry experts and thought leaders whose shared goal is to promote gender equity\, diversity and inclusion in Canadian manufacturing. \n\n\nWe are currently finalizing speakers for this event\, which is subject to change. If you have a proposal for a speaker\, email: \n\nNithya Caleb at ncaleb@annexbusinessmedia.com or\nSukanya Ray Ghosh at srayghosh@annexbusinessmedia.com.\n\nFor sponsorship information\, please contact Paul Grossinger at pgrossinger@annexbusinessmedia.com. \n\nREGISTRATION IS FREE: SIGN UP TODAY! \n\nRegister Now \nSchedule\n\n1:00 pm – 1:05 pm\nOpening remarks\nWelcome greeting by the Honourable Marci Ien\, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth\, and Parliamentary Secretary Jenna Sudds. \n\n\n1:05 pm – 1:30 pm\nOpening keynote: How mentorship and sponsorship can move the dial in your early career\nSpeaker: Jo-Ann Dizy\, Co-founder and CEO of Grow Together \nMentors are strong allies that help women advance in careers and positions of their choice within the manufacturing sector. The opening keynote will highlight the benefits of having mentors and sponsors in your professional networks to achieve career goals. Dizy will offer strategies to help participants obtain and maintain both relationships. Dizy will also touch upon the limitations to mentorship\, and why your ultimate networking goal must be to develop sponsorship relationships. \n\n1:30 pm – 2:10 pm\nPanel discussion – Embrace equity to drive success\nCreating an equitable workplace can go a long way in driving the success of a company. Panellists will discuss strategies to embrace equity and the role of allies in creating an equitable work environment. \n\n2:10 pm – 2:25 pm\nBreak\n\n\n\n2:25 pm – 2:55 pm\nWorkshop – Own your career: Strategic career navigation and mapping to propel your success\nSpeaker: Kristina Cleary\, Founder and Chief Leadership Officer\, ACCELLE \nTaking ownership of career planning will help you make more strategic decisions and propel the success you desire no matter what stage of career you are in. \nWhy wait for the traditional performance review for your career discussion? YOU are in the driver’s seat of your career – NOW is the perfect time to clarify where you are going and how you are going to get there. \nJoin this workshop to learn from Kristina Cleary\, Founder and Chief Leadership Officer of ACCELLE about how career planning can help accelerate your success by: \n\nClarifying where you want to go and HOW you are going to get there\nIdentifying specific actions you can take to help you reach your career goals FASTER\nEnsuring buy-in and alignment with your leader\n\n\n\n2:55 pm – 3:15 pm\nFireside chat with industry leaders\n\n\n3:15 pm – 3:55 pm\nPanel discussion – Ask the experts\nOur panel of industry experts and leaders in the manufacturing industry are here to offer solutions to real-life challenges women face in the workplace. Submit your questions on how to tackle difficult situations at your workplace when registering for the event or during the live session. Our panellists will offer their advice during this interactive discussion. \n\n3:55 pm – 4:00 pm\nClosing remarks\n\n\n\n\n\nGold Sponsors\n\n\nView Showcase\nView Showcase\nView Showcase\nView Showcase\n\n\n\n\nBronze Sponsors\n\n\nView Showcase\n\n\n\n\nPresented By\n\n\nView Showcase\n\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions About Women in Manufacturing 2023\n  \n\n\n\n \nWhen & Where?\nWomen in Manufacturing 2023 will take place virtually via Zoom Webinar on March 2\, 2023 at 1:00pm ET. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nWhy Virtual?\nThe safety and wellbeing of our employees\, customers\, and community is our number one priority. By making this event an online experience\, it eliminates the need for attendees and sponsors to travel in-person\, while enabling them to still benefit from the event content. \n\n\n\n\n \nWhat’s Included?\nYour registration provides you with access to watch the virtual keynote\, all live sessions\, and on-demand recorded content and product demonstrations. \n\n\n\n\n \nHow do I access?\nWe will email you an access link to the virtual event the morning of March 2\, 2023. \nIf you don’t see an access link in your email inbox\, please check your junk folder. If you are still unable to locate the email\, contact Tara Jacobs. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/advance-women-in-manufacturing-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230302T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230302T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230225T001224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230225T001224Z UID:4394-1677756600-1677760200@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Member Consultation DESCRIPTION: URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/member-consultation/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230215T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20230122T002139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T002139Z UID:4393-1676466000-1676473200@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:First Steps in Automation Virtual Event DESCRIPTION:Virtual Event\nFirst Steps in Automation Virtual Event\nFebruary 15\, 2023 at 1:00pm ET\n\nAutomation has been on everyone’s radar and wish list for quite a few years now. Manufacturers are well aware of the many benefits that implementing automation can bring to their bottom line. \nHowever\, taking the first steps in the digital transformation journey can be daunting. Planning what and how to implement\, getting approvals from all key decision makers and arranging finances are some key steps before proceeding with the actual implementation. \nThis event is a beginner’s guide to automate manufacturing in Canada. In a series of presentations\, industry experts will share information and strategies on taking the first steps in the automation implementation journey. \nNote: The editor of Manufacturing AUTOMATION is currently finalizing the speakers for the virtual summit. If you have questions about the agenda\, email srayghosh@annexbusinessmedia.com. \n\nRegister Now \nSchedule\n\n1:00 pm – 1:05 pm\nWelcome remarks\n\n\n\n1:05 pm – 1:30 pm\nFunding your automation journey\nSpeaker Sara Hipson\, Director of Client Services at Mentor Works\, a Ryan Company \nThe cost of implementing automation is a crucial step in the journey. However\, manufacturers need not take on this burden completely on their own. There are several options to apply for funds from external sources\, including the government. Experts will share details on what funds to apply for and how to apply for them. \n\n\n1:30 pm – 2:05 pm\nRound table: Approvals and best practices\nSpeakers: \n\nEd Goffin\, Senior Marketing Manager\, Pleora Technologies\nColin Cartwright\, Director of Sales at Murrelektronik Canada\n\nAutomation equipment suppliers and solution providers are often the go-to sources for information on available automation options. They offer their expertise and tailor the solutions according to the needs of their manufacturer customers. In this round table discussion\, a small group of automation solution providers will discuss strategies on securing approvals from key decision makers and the best practices for implementing automation. \n\n\n2:05 pm – 2:40 pm\nPanel discussion: Implementation strategies\nPanellists: \n\nRobert Almeida:\, Business Development Manager\, Advanced Motion & Controls\nRob Veldhuis:\, Director of Sales at Systematix\n\nIn this panel discussion\, system integrators will share automation implementation strategies. With direct knowledge from the field on the possible challenges\, experts will share how manufacturers can set up their facility for continued success with the right decisions. \n\n\n2:40 pm – 2:50 pm\nAutomation resources\nSpeaker: Christy Michalak\, Director of Advanced Manufacturing Development Programs at Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen) \nIt is crucial to have a support system in place throughout the digital transformation journey. This brief presentation will highlight all the resources available to manufacturers to help them manoeuvre the different challenges during automation implementation. \n\n2:50 pm – 3:00 pm\nAsk the experts\nA dedicated Q&A period to connect with expert speakers from this event. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/first-steps-in-automation-virtual-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221111 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220220T010606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220220T010606Z UID:4349-1667952000-1668124799@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:ATX Montreal DESCRIPTION:The industry’s leading automation solution providers meet at ATX\, part of ADM Montréal. Watch equipment in action and find innovations that can transform your business and increase your bottom line. From 3D printing to motion control to assembly\, you’ll find it all on one expo floor. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/atx-montreal/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221026 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221027 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220530T225922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220530T225922Z UID:4383-1666742400-1666828799@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Emerging Technologies in Automation - Conference and Trade Show DESCRIPTION: URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/emerging-technologies-in-automation-conference-and-trade-show/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221023 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221027 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220220T011703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220220T011703Z UID:4352-1666483200-1666828799@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:PACK EXPO International DESCRIPTION:PACK EXPO International is the industry-defining show you can’t miss!\n\n\nPMMI\, the producer of PACK EXPO International\, and the city of Chicago\, are thrilled to welcome back the packaging and processing industries after four years! Nothing compares to in-person events—and PACK EXPO International is the event to be seen. From connecting with old colleagues and friends to forming new relationships\, being at the show in-person means being in the heart of the action. Plan to be part of it in October 2022. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/pack-expo-international/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220913 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220916 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220407T091756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T091756Z UID:4363-1663027200-1663286399@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Electric & Hybrid Technology Expo – The Battery Show DESCRIPTION:The Battery Community’s Greatest Event\n\n\n\n\nThe Battery Show brings together engineers\, business leaders\, top-industry companies\, and innovative thinkers to discover ground-breaking products and create powerful solutions for the future. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/electric-hybrid-technology-expo-the-battery-show/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220912T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220917T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220123T032854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220123T032854Z UID:4347-1662969600-1663434000@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:IMTS 2022 - International Manufacturing Technology Show DESCRIPTION:September 12-17 – Chicago\, Illinois \nIn addition to the exhibits on the show floor\, IMTS showcases a number of interactive displays featuring the latest technologies implemented in a variety of manufacturing facilities\, opportunities gather and support manufacturing education\, and advanced demonstrations that allow our minds wander to beyond what we once thought was possible. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/imts-2022-international-manufacturing-technology-show/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220830T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220830T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220813T212054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220813T212054Z UID:4391-1661882400-1661887800@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Health & Safety webinar DESCRIPTION:Join us on August 30 at 6PM for a unique webinar about Health and Safety. \nThis webinar will answer employee and employer questions and go over responsibilities\, legislation and more. \n  \nWe are pleased to welcome Jim Vlanich as our guest speaker for this event. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/health-safety-webinar/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220728T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220728T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220710T022357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220710T022357Z UID:4389-1659031200-1659034800@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Snowflake Manufacturing - Automate Canada & Hackforge event DESCRIPTION:Snowflake Manufacturing\nFor our first ever Hackforge event\, Automate Canada is hosting Brent McPhail\, CEO of Brave Control Solutions for a talk on “Snowflake Manufacturing.” \n“Snowflake Manufacturing is not about how complex the product is or how many variations there are\, it is actually about when those variations are introduced into the manufacturing process\,” writes McPhail. “If a product is completely defined prior to the design of the machine to build it\, then it is traditional manufacturing. If it continues to change after the machine has been fabricated\, it is Snowflake Manufacturing.” \nRegister now for this free event to learn more about how McPhail and his team are overcoming this complicated automation challenge. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/snowflake-manufacturing-automate-canada-hackforge-event/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220720T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220720T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220710T030127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220710T030127Z UID:4390-1658311200-1658322000@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Automotive Cybersecurity 2022 (virtual) DESCRIPTION:The automotive cybersecurity industry is one of the fastest growing markets of the 21st Century\, expected to grow to USD 2705.5 million by 2027. With OEMs and vendors alike seeking partnerships and innovation in establishing cybersecurity solutions. Market movement combined with ongoing standardisation and vulnerability management of mission critical vehicle infrastructure is driving the industry to expand its knowledge and form further collaborations in product security. \nJoin industry leaders as they provide best practices and actual solutions in overcoming the hottest automotive cybersecurity pain-points. With thought presentations on countering zero day vulnerabilities\, utilizing and securing OTA updates\, methods to achieving time & cost effective vulnerability analysis\, tackling supply chain insecurity and ensuring system resilience. Answering the question\, how can we make vehicles really secure? URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/automotive-cybersecurity-2022-virtual/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220706T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220706T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220626T023234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220626T023234Z UID:4388-1657096200-1657103400@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:How E‑commerce is reshaping our markets DESCRIPTION:Register for free webinar:\nHow E‑commerce is reshaping our markets\nWith constant advancements in technology and a growing list of available marketplaces to sell your products on\, there has never been a better time to reach new customers by taking your business online. \nYou are invited to join an upcoming webinar from the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) and the Canada–Europe Economic Chamber to discover How E‑commerce is reshaping our markets\, where trade commissioners and industry experts from across the European Union (EU) will outline how you can take advantage of an industry expected to reach $6 trillion in global sales by 2024. \nYou will learn about: \n\nLucrative e‑commerce opportunities in the EU\nHow to benefit from the EU–Canada Comprehensive Trade and Economic Agreement (CETA)\nMarket and regulatory trends in the EU\nThe types of platforms available to sell your products\n\nDate: July 6\, 2022\nTime: 8:40 am – 10:15 am (EDT)\nCost: Free URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/how-e-commerce-is-reshaping-our-markets/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220627T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220627T173000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220619T012450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220619T012450Z UID:4387-1656333000-1656351000@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:MaRS Supply AI Summit DESCRIPTION:WHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nBusiness and government decision-makers interested in adopting A.I./M.L.-based supply-chain solutions\nVenture-capital investors looking to fund early-stage\, supply-chain startups\nSupply-chain solution providers seeking to develop strategic business partnerships URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/mars-supply-ai-summit/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220621T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220622T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220306T023501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220306T023501Z UID:4358-1655798400-1655917200@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:5th annual Holistic Innovation in Additive Manufacturing Conference - Montreal DESCRIPTION:HI-AM 2022 is the 5th annual gathering of NSERC Network for Holistic Innovation in Additive Manufacturing and the only academic conference in Canada focused exclusively on metal additive manufacturing. With hundreds of additive manufacturing experts and decision-makers from academia\, research institutes\, industry and government participating\, HI-AM 2022 is an event not to be missed. Cohosted by McGill University and University of Waterloo\, the focus of HI-AM 2022 is to provide a platform for the presentation of recent R&D advancements in the field of metal additive manufacturing under 4 research themes: (1) material development\, (2) advanced process modeling\, (3) process monitoring and control\, (4) innovative AM processes/products. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/5th-annual-holistic-innovation-in-additive-manufacturing-conference-montreal/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220620T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220621T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220619T012203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220619T012203Z UID:4386-1655719200-1655816400@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:AUTOMOTIVE CYBERSECURITY ONLINE 2022 DESCRIPTION:The automotive cybersecurity industry is one of the fastest growing markets of the 21st Century\, expected to grow to USD 2705.5 million by 2027. With OEMs and vendors alike seeking partnerships and innovation in establishing cybersecurity solutions. Market movement combined with ongoing standardisation and vulnerability management of mission critical vehicle infrastructure is driving the industry to expand its knowledge and form further collaborations in product security. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/automotive-cybersecurity-online-2022/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220616T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220616T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220610T003445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T003445Z UID:4385-1655395200-1655406000@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Automate Canada AGM DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite our members to our Annual General Meeting. URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/automate-canada-agm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220615T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220615T103000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220121T154614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T154614Z UID:4341-1655287200-1655289000@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Scaling your Canadian Manufacturing Business - Webinar DESCRIPTION:During 2022 it’s more important for manufacturers to eliminate profit waste and maintain their employee count as the world continues to open back up from COVID-19. Jeff Dumart will be speaking about the top government grants for Canadian manufacturers in this webinar. \nAttendees will learn about specific government grants and funding opportunities to hire and train employees\, adopt new technologies\, perform cutting-edge research and development projects\, and reach export markets. \nhttps://web.mentorworks.ca/wbn-2022-06-15-scaling-manufacturing?utm_campaign=Strategic%20Partners&utm_source=June%202022%20CAMM%20Webinar \n  URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/scaling-your-canadian-manufacturing-business-webinar/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220614 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220616 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220529T021104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T021104Z UID:4380-1655164800-1655337599@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:PROPEL 2022 DESCRIPTION:  \nFor those of you in the Cleantech\, Energy Transition\, Sustain Tech\, or Lower Carbon Economy space\, this is a brief note and promo code for the fast-approaching 2022 PROPEL Energy Tech Forum\, happening June 14th & 15th at the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire Hotel. \n  \nAutomate Canada members and affiliates may register with a 50% OFF reg code\, thanks to our sponsors. CONTACT INFO@AUTOMATECANADA.CA  for your discount code. \n \n \n \n \n \n PROPEL 2022 - Program (220526) URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/propel-2022/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20220613T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20220613T133000 DTSTAMP:20260423T132538 CREATED:20220530T224914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220530T224914Z UID:4382-1655121600-1655127000@automatecanada.org SUMMARY:Emerging Technologies Speaker Series: Opportunities in Aerospace & Defence DESCRIPTION:Emerging Technologies in Automation Speaker Series focusing on opportunities for local companies in the aerospace and defence industry. \n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nOverview\nThis in-person event is hosted by Invest WindsorEssex in partnership with the Canadian Association of Moldmakers\, Automate Canada\, Pilot Hill/Best Defence Conference\, Fraunhofer Project Centre/University of Western Ontario\, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Canada Aerospace and Black Ridge Defence. The session will provide information on opportunities and requirements (certifications) for local companies (manufacturers and automation companies specifically) to supply customers in the aerospace and defence industry and to partner with the Fraunhofer Project Centre at Western University on R&D projects. \nAgenda\n*Lunch will be provided*\n(Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions) \n12 p.m. Wendy Stark\, Director of Business Retention & Expansion\, Invest WindsorEssex – Welcome and introduction \n12:05 p.m. Heather Pilot\, President of Pilot Hill Ltd. – Doing Business in the Canadian Defence Sector: overview of the aerospace and defence industry in Canada \n12:15 p.m. Vanja Ugresic\, P.Eng\, MESc\, Manager of Operations\, Fraunhofer Project Centre@ Western University – Overview of the Fraunhofer Project Centre for Composites Research at Western University and opportunities for companies to work with the Centre \n12:35 p.m. Alexander Tsoulis\, P.Eng\, Senior Advisor – Business Development & Advanced Technologies\, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Canada Aerospace – Canadian and Global Aerospace Overview and Potential Opportunities: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI)\, MHI Canada Aerospace\, Canadian and Global Aerospace \n12:55 p.m. Alain Gauthier\, President\, Black Ridge Defence – Opportunities for armoured vehicles URL:https://automatecanada.org/event/emerging-technologies-speaker-series-opportunities-in-aerospace-defence/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR