As the tracks for the connectivity railroad are laid, we need to create a tomorrow in which no one is left behind. How do we craft the frameworks, partnerships and infrastructure that are needed to help our research and innovation communities succeed? What creative steps can we take today to enable students for the connected workforce of tomorrow?

Join us on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 to meet those who are boldly implementing inspired ideas and find out how you can take action and be the champion of innovation in your organization.

Facebook Keynote

Kevin Chan is head of public policy for Facebook, leading its public policy efforts in Canada, facilitating ongoing dialogue with policymakers about Facebook’s products and services, and engaging on a broad range of issues that influence the Internet sector.

Global connectivity is the fundamental challenge of our generation. Gain insight into the future made possible through digital infrastructure.

Sessions include:

• Break+Remake Learning
  We know that our educations systems must change to prepare students for a future we can’t fathom. Get inspired by emergent examples of leaders using technology to enable self-directed, collaborative, participatory learning in our own backyard.
• Bringing Research to the Crowd
  Research is bridging the gap between scientists, industry and the public to enable ever-faster solutions through scientific advancements. This session will look at how cloud-based resources are supporting Ontario’s research, education and innovation communities’ collaborations with the private sector and local practitioners.
• From “MUSH” to “MashUp”
  How do we build connected communities? Meet an engaged university that’s seen beyond its campus to expand innovation into the region. Learn from these Ontario initiatives about how they worked together to link their citizens to the world.