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⌖ Toronto · Hyatt Regency Toronto

Hosted by TESTINGMIND

AI Engineering Summit Toronto 2026 brings 150+ practitioners together for a full day on building, deploying and scaling production AI systems. Taking place on Thursday 29 October 2026, from 9am to 5pm, this in-person summit at the Hyatt Regency Toronto is designed for people turning AI concepts into dependable software. Expect real implementation stories, practical engineering patterns and candid discussion of what it takes to move from code to production, without vendor pitches. What the summit covers The programme is single-track and practitioner-led, with sessions spanning six core themes: - Agentic development: multi-agent systems, tool calling and long-horizon autonomous workflows - AI to production: LLMOps, evaluations, cost and latency management, deployment, monitoring and operating at scale - Responsible AI: red teaming, evaluation frameworks, safety, compliance and governance - AI architecture: RAG patterns, LLM gateways, inference and AI-native system design - AI-first leadership: integrating AI into the software development lifecycle, designing teams and hiring around AI - AI data infrastructure: vector databases, embeddings and the pipelines behind intelligent systems The summit also looks ahead to emerging production standards, including agentic systems and MCP. Rather than focusing only on models or demos, it addresses the architecture, operational discipline and organisational decisions needed to make AI useful, scalable and trustworthy. Who should attend? This is a production-focused event for developers shipping AI-powered products, engineers building intelligent systems, architects responsible for scale and reliability, and technical leaders shaping organisational AI adoption. It is also relevant to compliance and governance professionals working to ensure AI systems are safe and accountable. The content is particularly suited to attendees already involved in building, operating or overseeing AI initiatives. Participants should leave with tools, patterns and informed questions they can bring back to their teams. A conference built for useful conversations… Register for this event

⌖ Toronto · EY Tower

Hosted by The Pathfinders Network

Toronto Tech Summit 2026 brings enterprise leaders to EY Tower in Toronto on 11 November 2026 to tackle security, privacy and AI governance at scale. Engineering trust in production AI Organised by The Pathfinders Network, this one-day forum focuses on the challenge facing organisations as AI moves beyond successful pilots: how to deploy it securely, responsibly and accountably across real enterprise environments. Sessions will connect engineering decisions with cybersecurity, privacy, risk, governance and leadership priorities, grounded in Canada’s regulatory landscape and market realities. The programme combines keynotes, panel discussions and a fireside conversation covering: - Engineering trust at scale - The shadow AI crisis and governing tools organisations cannot see - AI augmentation versus workforce displacement - Cyber resilience amid AI-powered attacks - Prompt injection, poisoned pipelines and AI workflow integrity - Accountability when agentic AI takes action - Turning AI risk into business advantage The day begins with registration at 08:30, with summit sessions running from 09:00. Closing remarks are followed by a networking reception from 17:00 to 19:00. Attendees can earn up to eight hours of Continuing Professional Education credits. Speakers and the Advisory Council are still to be announced. Who should attend? Toronto Tech Summit is designed for the people responsible for building, securing and governing enterprise AI: engineers, security and privacy leaders, risk professionals and executives. It will be particularly relevant to teams moving AI systems into production, setting operational controls or balancing innovation with governance and accountability. TTS Open: prototypes, not pitch decks A distinctive part of the summit is TTS Open, a pre-event, 72-hour build competition. Multidisciplinary teams of two to four people create working MVPs with no-code, low-code or generative AI, supported by dedicated mentors. Entrants choose between two enterprise challenges: 1. Agentic AI containment, defining, enforcing and monitoring an agent’s operational boundaries, including human sign-off and automatic halt conditions. 2. The shadow AI governance gap, creating an enterprise-ready framework for visibility, enforcement and model governance without adding counterproductive friction. Attendance details The organiser’s current date is Wednesday 11 November 2026, with registration from 08:30 local time at 100 Adelaide Street West, Toronto. Check the official programme for the finishing time. View the event and registration details

Sponsors: ISC2 Toronto

⌖ Toronto · Giovanni Room, University of Toronto Conference Centre

Hosted by Voxel51

Build practical physical AI workflows with FiftyOne at this hands-on workshop and meetup in Toronto on 11 November 2026. Co-presented by Nebius and Voxel51, this three-hour, in-person event brings together people working across physical AI, robotics, machine learning and computer vision. It takes place from 5:30pm to 8:30pm EST in the Giovanni Room at the University of Toronto Conference Centre, 89 Chestnut Street. What to expect The evening combines practical learning with short talks and community networking. It begins with food, drinks and an opportunity to meet other attendees before moving into a hands-on workshop focused on building physical AI applications with FiftyOne. During the workshop, attendees will explore workflows including: - Curating robotics and sensor datasets - Working with real-world visual data - Evaluating computer vision models - Using FiftyOne as part of a physical AI development process The meetup then shifts into a series of lightning talks from local practitioners working in AI, machine learning and computer vision. The listed programme includes hosts Daniel Gural of Voxel51 and Dhruv Diddi of Nebius, with Andrei Barsan of Waabi AI appearing as the featured speaker. The event closes with more time to connect, discuss projects and exchange ideas with Toronto’s technical community. Who should attend This event is relevant to AI and machine learning practitioners, computer vision specialists, robotics builders, researchers and developers interested in the data and evaluation challenges behind physical AI systems. Its mix of guided workshop activity, practitioner talks and informal conversation also makes it useful for anyone looking to understand how teams curate sensor data and assess vision models against real-world datasets. Workshop requirements Bring a laptop if you want to participate in the practical session. Access to the workshop environment requires a company, university or government email address; personal or disposable addresses such as Gmail, Yahoo and Outlook cannot be used. This is a platform-wide fraud prevention and compliance policy. Attendees who need an exception should contact the hosts before the event. View the event and registration details

Sponsors: Nebius

⌖ Toronto · Microsoft, CIBC Square (81 Bay St.)

Hosted by AICO

AI Community Conference Toronto 2026 brings a full day of AI talks, panels, showcases and networking to Microsoft at CIBC Square on 13 November. Taking place in central Toronto, this in-person conference offers an accessible way to explore current trends, breakthroughs and real-world applications in artificial intelligence. Organised by AICO, it brings together AI enthusiasts, experienced professionals, experts and industry leaders for learning, discussion and new connections. What to expect The programme combines several conference formats, giving attendees opportunities to listen, participate and discover emerging technology: - Keynotes and speaker presentations sharing expert perspectives on the future of AI and its potential impact across different industries - Panel discussions examining AI ethics, diversity and the wider societal implications of AI adoption - Sponsor showcases featuring AI startups and innovative solutions that are helping shape the future of technology - Live demonstrations and interactive exhibits, including AI-powered activities designed to inform and entertain - Dedicated networking opportunities to meet fellow practitioners, exchange ideas and expand your professional network within Toronto’s AI community Rather than focusing on a single platform or technical discipline, the event takes a broad view of the AI landscape. That makes it suitable for people who want to understand where the field is heading, encounter new applications and hear a range of perspectives on the opportunities and challenges created by adoption. Who should attend? The conference welcomes all experience levels. Seasoned AI professionals can use the day to compare ideas with peers, discover emerging companies and engage with industry conversations. Those at the beginning of their AI journey can gain a structured introduction to important trends and meet people already working in the space. It is also relevant to technology enthusiasts and anyone interested in the ethical, commercial or societal dimensions of artificial intelligence. Practical information… Register for this event

⌖ Toronto · Workhaus Coworking & Office Space, 180 Dundas St W, 25th Floor, Toronto, ON M5G 1Z8, Canada

Hosted by TorontoStarts

Step into Toronto's most hands-on automation and backend development meetup — where builders come together to see the power of Supabase, n8n, and AI in action. This November 18th event at Workhaus Coworking brings together the Ontario Supabase community for an evening of live demos, rapid-build showcases, and real-world workflow examples that prove you can ship full-stack applications faster than ever. What Makes This Event Special This isn't your typical tech talk. You'll witness live demonstrations of the ultimate rapid development stack: Supabase powering the backend and database, Lovable handling frontend and UI, and n8n orchestrating automation and business logic. The focus is on speed, practicality, and open-source tools that let you concentrate on building features instead of managing infrastructure. Technical Deep Dives You'll Experience - Supabase Edge Functions in Action: See how to deploy globally distributed serverless logic using TypeScript directly from your Supabase project, and learn how these functions securely integrate with external automation tools like n8n - The Complete Rapid Build Demo: Watch experienced builders combine the Supabase/Lovable/n8n trio to illustrate how this modern stack becomes the ultimate toolset for shipping products quickly - Real-World Automations: Explore practical sales, marketing, and operations workflows that demonstrate the power of combining Postgres, Auth, Realtime, and Edge Functions - Community Showcases: Open floor sessions where attendees can share their own Supabase workflows, database patterns, or business challenges Who Should Attend This meetup welcomes any developer or builder working with or curious about Postgres and the Supabase ecosystem. Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to accelerate backend development, an automation enthusiast exploring serverless architecture, or a seasoned developer wanting to see cutting-edge open-source tooling in action, you'll find valuable insights and connections here. Experience levels range from curious beginners to automation experts. Event Details & Perks Hosted by Flowgrammer and sponsored by Supabase, attendees will enjoy pizza, drinks, and exclusive Supabase swag while networking with fellow developers and learning from industry leaders. The event takes place on the 25th flo

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Sponsors: Supabase

⌖ Toronto

AIAI Toronto is a one-day, in-person AI conference taking place in Toronto, Canada, on 11 December 2026. The venue is still to be confirmed. Designed as a dedicated day for engaging with the AI conference landscape in person, AIAI Toronto offers a useful date for founders, technology leaders, AI practitioners and other professionals interested in artificial intelligence to add to their 2026 calendars. The published listing currently confirms the event’s date, city and conference format; the full programme has not yet been announced. Event details - Date: Friday, 11 December 2026 - Format: In-person conference - Location: Toronto, Canada - Venue: To be confirmed - Duration: One day The in-person format makes this most relevant to people who want to experience AIAI Toronto on site rather than through an online stream. It may be of interest to professionals already working with AI, teams exploring how artificial intelligence could affect their organisation, and builders tracking developments across the wider AI ecosystem. No specific experience level or prerequisite has been published, so prospective attendees should review the forthcoming agenda before deciding whether the programme matches their role and level of technical knowledge. Programme and registration updates Speaker names, session topics, ticket prices and a detailed agenda were not included in the available event listing. These details may be released closer to the conference. The official AIAI Toronto site is the best place to check for confirmed speakers, programme announcements, ticket options and any information about associated or co-located activities. Because the venue remains TBC, attendees travelling from outside Toronto should wait for the final location before making non-refundable accommodation or transport arrangements. It is also worth confirming the event timetable, admission terms and registration availability directly with the organiser as the date approaches.… Register for this event