Events for June 27, 2026

Celebrating WIE Day 2026: Our Engineering Journey at Fredericton Living Library Project 2026Co-sponsored by: Fredericton LibraryFredericton Library, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

A paid course running over two days for 6 professional development hours (PDH) (0.6 CEU).The workshop covers railway engineering, track design, VR visualization, signaling, operations, and capacity analysis over two <a href="http://days.Day" target="_blank" title="days.Day">days.Day 1 - Track DesignDay 2 - VR Visualization, Signaling & OperationsEach session blends theoretical background with practical, software-based exercises to provide a comprehensive understanding of modern railway <a href="http://engineering.Course" target="_blank" title="engineering.Course">engineering.Course Learning OutcomesBy the end of this course, students will be able to:1. Develop a real-world railway corridor in OpenRail including essential track infrastructure elements such as alignments, turnouts, and <a href="http://crossovers.2" target="_blank" title="crossovers.2">crossovers.2. Create 3D railway environments and VR/360-degree presentations using <a href="http://Unity.3" target="_blank" title="Unity.3">Unity.3. Build a rail simulation model in SUMO including train scheduling and <a href="http://signaling.4" target="_blank" title="signaling.4">signaling.4, Integrate railway design, visualization, and simulation workflows into a practical digital project (demo video + template website).Course fee must be paid to register. Fee is <a href="http://non-refundable.A" target="_blank" title="non-refundable.A">non-refundable.A couple of free registrations are available to WIE members and people new to the job market using request form(https://forms.gle/8XrDsifkSTiURo9V8) <a href="https://forms.gle/8XrDsifkSTiURo9V8Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="https://forms.gle/8XrDsifkSTiURo9V8Speaker(s):">https://forms.gle/8XrDsifkSTiURo9V8Speaker(s): Dr. Ahmad MohammadiAgenda: This workshop provides a hands-on, project-based introduction to railway engineering & simulation including three phases of a railway system:1. Track Design (Bentley OpenRailConceptStation): Create a real-world rail network on top of aerial imagery and elevation GIS maps including track geometry (horizontal, vertical, superelevation) and track layout (turnout, yard, bridge, and crossover).2. 3D Visualization & Virtual Reality (Unity Game Engine): Developing 3D environments including train stations, surrounding buildings, trees and develop VR 360 degree <a href="http://video.3" target="_blank" title="video.3">video.3. Train Operations, Scheduling and Signaling (SUMO Traffic Simulation): Create a simulated rail network & rail signal in traffic simulation and conduct scheduling, operations and capacity analysis including number of trains, av dwell time in stations (fixed block)(Detailed agenda in attached <a href="http://file.)Virtual:" target="_blank" title="file.)Virtual:">file.)Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/560481

After a busy year of technical webinars, conferences, and hard work keeping the grid running, it’s finally time to power down the laptops and soak up the Vancouver <a href="http://summer.The" target="_blank" title="summer.The">summer.The IEEE PES Vancouver Chapter invites you to our annual Summer Social at the beautiful Spanish Banks. Whether you are an industry veteran, a young professional, or a student eyeing a career in power and energy, this is your chance to connect with the local community in the most relaxed setting possible. No rigid schedules, no slide decks—just good vibes and great <a href="http://conversations.What" target="_blank" title="conversations.What">conversations.What to Expect:-Food & Refreshments: We’ve got the food and cold drinks covered! Come hungry and ready to enjoy some summer treats by the <a href="http://ocean.-Casual" target="_blank" title="ocean.-Casual">ocean.-Casual Networking: Chat with local power and energy professionals, share ideas, or simply make new friends in the <a href="http://industry.-Beach" target="_blank" title="industry.-Beach">industry.-Beach Games & Activities: We will have some fun casual activities set up, but feel free to bring a volleyball, a frisbee, or just your favorite beach chair to lounge in. Fun prizes to be won!What to Bring:-A beach blanket or lawn <a href="http://chair.-Sunscreen" target="_blank" title="chair.-Sunscreen">chair.-Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a <a href="http://hat.-Your" target="_blank" title="hat.-Your">hat.-Your best casual beach attire!Space is limited by the beach breeze, so please RSVP ASAP to secure your spot. We can’t wait to catch up with you all by the water!About IEEE PES Vancouver:The Power & Energy Society (PES) provides the world's largest forum for sharing the latest in technological developments in the electric power industry. The Vancouver Chapter focuses on connecting local professionals, academics, and students to foster innovation and community in the lower <a href="http://mainland.Spanish" target="_blank" title="mainland.Spanish">mainland.Spanish Banks, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

1PM EST (Toronto, Canada)Co-sponsored by: Society on the Social Implications of TechnologySpeaker(s): Wendy de Gomez, Agenda: Purpose:​​Provide a high-level, understanding of the environmental issues related to Artificial Intelligence​​Objectives:​​• Understand the Innovation Process​• Become educated about AI resource use​• Hear seven options for Sustainable AI deploymentVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/563741

IEEE WIE Day - 2026As part of the celebration of IEEE WIE Day 2026, IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) – Hamilton Section invites you to join "AI for Everyday Life: An Interactive Workshop for Work, Learning & Daily Life" an engaging and practical workshop inspired by this year's IEEE WIE Day theme, "Technology with Purpose: Innovate Responsibly, Inspire Globally, Lead with <a href="http://Integrity."Artificial" target="_blank" title="Integrity."Artificial">Integrity."Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we learn, work, communicate, and create. This interactive session is designed to help participants understand and confidently use AI tools in ways that are practical, responsible, and meaningful in everyday <a href="http://life.Through" target="_blank" title="life.Through">life.Through live demonstrations and real-world examples, participants will explore:• Understanding AI and its impact on everyday life• Using AI to save time and boost productivity• Applying AI for academics and career development• Using AI for communication and creativity• Writing effective prompts to get better AI results• Using AI responsibly and safelyWhether you are a student, professional, educator, retiree, or simply curious about AI, this workshop will provide practical skills and insights that you can immediately apply in your personal, academic, professional, and community <a href="http://activities.Attendees" target="_blank" title="activities.Attendees">activities.Attendees will also have opportunities to ask questions, share experiences, and discover how AI can be used not only as a powerful technology, but as a tool to support innovation, lifelong learning, and positive <a href="http://impact.We" target="_blank" title="impact.We">impact.We look forward to welcoming you to this informative and inspiring IEEE WIE Day 2026 <a href="http://event.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="event.Speaker(s):">event.Speaker(s): Arun ArokianathanAgenda: Time Activity2:00 PM – 2:05 PM - Welcome & Introduction2:05 PM – 3:35 PM - Interactive Workshop: AI for Everyday Life3:35 PM – 3:45 PM - Q&A3:45 PM – 4:00 PM - Refreshments & NetworkingRoom: Program Room, 5151 New St, Burlington, Ontario, Canada, L7L 5Y1