[]Please join us on November 21st, at 12noon for an informative virtual presentation on Government Incentives, presented by Deloitte. During the session an overview of the government incentives landscape in Canada will be provided, highlighting examples of some of the major funding programs available to businesses to support their investments in innovation, capital, and the environment. The session will also share an overview of the top best practices for pursuing incentives, and examples of funding success <a href="http://stories.We" target="_blank" title="stories.We">stories.We will be covering:General concepts/processes around government incentives, tips / best practices for applying- SR&ED program - R&D tax credit- New Clean Economy ITC’s – refundable tax credits that fund capital investments in things like solar, wind, geothermal, hydrogen, carbon capture, nuclear, biomass systems- Federal programs – Smart Renewables, FedDev Ontario (Business Scale up, AI, and Homebuilding technology streams), new ISED AI Assist funding- Provincial programs – Southwestern/Eastern Ontario Development Fund, Automotive Modernization ProgramSpeaker(s): Andrew, Agenda: We will be covering:General concepts/processes around government incentives, tips / best practices for applying- SR&ED program - R&D tax credit- New Clean Economy ITC’s – refundable tax credits that fund capital investments in things like solar, wind, geothermal, hydrogen, carbon capture, nuclear, biomass systems- Federal programs – Smart Renewables, FedDev Ontario (Business Scale up, AI, and Homebuilding technology streams), new ISED AI Assist funding- Provincial programs – Southwestern/Eastern Ontario Development Fund, Automotive Modernization ProgramVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/445317

1. Introduction: Siemens Canada Limited, Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments1954 Technology Drive, PeterboroughSiemens Canada is a leading technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, mobility and healthcare. The company's purpose to is to create technology with purpose, transforming the everyday, for everyone, since 1912. By combining the real and the digital worlds, Siemens empowers its customers to accelerate their digital and sustainability transformations, making factories more efficient, cities more liveable, and transportation more <a href="http://sustainable.Siemens'" target="_blank" title="sustainable.Siemens'">sustainable.Siemens' 17,000 square meter factory in Peterborough, Ontario is renowned for designing and manufacturing sophisticated, and innovative, measurement instruments for the process industries.Measurement technologies assembled at the plant serve a wide variety of vertical markets, such as water and wastewater, oil and gas, chemical, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and <a href="http://mining.2" target="_blank" title="mining.2">mining.2. Agenda for November 21, 2024:12:00pm – 12:30pm Arrival of guests at employee/customer <a href="http://entrance.·" target="_blank" title="entrance.·">entrance.· Sign in required· Guide will transfer visitors to Customer Care Center12:30pm - 1:00 pm Introduction to event and facilityNet-working, refreshments and grouping visitors for touring facility1:00pm – 3:00 pm Tours (6 people per group – for max 30 people)· Introduction, Safety & Sustainability· Electronics· Digitalization· Automated Assembly· Product Line example: LR5xx line and digital twin· Special topic Laser ablation· R&D and product testing3:00pm – 4:00pm Net-workingPeterborough, Ontario, Canada

IEEE Southern Alberta Section Presents our 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM)We invite you and a guest to join us at our Annual General Meeting! This is a fantastic opportunity for all IEEE members to reconnect, get updates on our section's achievements, and look forward to the future. The meeting will provide an update on the activities of the Section, the Technical Chapters, and the Affinity Groups over the past year, and provide an outlook for activities planned in 2025.Let's come together, celebrate our achievements, and set the stage for a year of excellence. We look forward to seeing you there!---------------------------------------------------------------Trust and Social Justice in the Era of Generative AIJoin us for an insightful keynote presented by Dr. Marina L. Gavrilova on the impact of Generative AI in research and business, where we'll explore its transformative benefits alongside critical risks. Discover how deep learning can enhance decision-making across sectors while addressing the urgent need to mitigate increased risk of privacy, ethical considerations, and bias that can be augmented by powerful GenAI systems in AI <a href="http://applications.---------------------------------------------------------------Dinner:-" target="_blank" title="applications.---------------------------------------------------------------Dinner:-">applications.---------------------------------------------------------------Dinner:- 2 complimentary drink tickets- Caesar Salad: Hearts of Romaine, Focaccia Croutons, Romano Shavings with Classic Caesar Dressing- Choice of:- Grilled Filet Mignon: with Classic Bordelaise Sauce. Served with Sautéed Wild Mushroom, New Potatoes, Butter Glazed Asparagus and Baby Carrots- Chicken Supreme: Grilled Herb and Garlic Marinated Chicken Supreme. Served with Yukon Gold and Wild Mushroom, Potato Hash and Seasonal Vegetables- Atlantic Salmon Fillet: Ponzu Glazed, Served with Sweet Chili and Ginger Stewed Bok Choy and Organic Pearl Jasmine Rice Cake- White Chocolate Panna Cotta: Tahitian Vanilla Bean Infused Berry CompotePlease indicate any food allergies or special dietary requirements (including Vegan/Vegetarian meal) under "Special Requests" when registering. If you require a Vegan or Vegetarian meal we will reach out to confirm the meal <a href="http://option.---------------------------------------------------------------Registration" target="_blank" title="option.---------------------------------------------------------------Registration">option.---------------------------------------------------------------Registration consists of two parts - vTools and PayPal. Follow the "Register Now" link below, and complete the information. The system will then take you to a PayPal page to enter your payment information. When you have successfully registered and paid, you will receive 2 confirmation emails, 1 from IEEE and 1 from PayPal. Your registration is not complete until your payment has been received, and you have received both confirmation emails. You do not have to sign up for a PayPal account to register. If you have any issues with this please reach out to our event organizers and we can assist <a href="http://you.---------------------------------------------------------------Please" target="_blank" title="you.---------------------------------------------------------------Please">you.---------------------------------------------------------------Please note: Pictures will be taken during the event. By registering to this event, you are consenting to the use of your portrait, picture or photograph taken during this event to be used by IEEE Southern Alberta Section in promotional material, including printed and electronic material as well as the IEEE Southern Alberta Section website and social mediaSpeaker(s): Dr. Marina L. GavrilovaAgenda: Tentative Agenda5:30pm: Doors open5:30-6:15pm: Cash Bar and Networking (2 complimentary drink tickets included)6:15-6:30pm: Chair’s and Treasurer’s Reports6:30-7:15pm: Dinner7:00-8:00pm: Keynote Presentation8:00-8:30pm: Award Presentations8:30-9:30pm: Technical Chapters, Affinity Groups, and Student Branch ReportsRoom: Windsor Ballroom B (1st floor), Bldg: Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre, 9030 Macleod Trail, Calgary, Alberta, Canada