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Data Collection and Staging Process Automation Precision, Speed and Scalability for Machine Learning Modelling of Algorithmic Trading Stocks-Price PredictionAbstract—This presentation discusses an automated data collection and staging pipeline for high-frequency stock price prediction using machine learning. The system integrates scalable ELT processes, data deduplication, and distributed training with XGBoost on high-performance computing infrastructure. Designed for precision, speed, and scalability, the framework enables efficient handling of large financial time-series datasets while maintaining robust predictive performance and optimized resource <a href="http://utilization.📢" target="_blank" title="utilization.📢">utilization.📢 Public Presentation AnnouncementJoin us for a live presentation on:Data Collection and Staging Process Automation for Machine Learning in Algorithmic Trading🗓 Wednesday, April 22⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM📍 Okanagan College E-301 / HybridThis project brings together three teams—Data Collection, Data Warehousing, and Machine Learning—into a unified, end-to-end system for high-frequency stock price <a href="http://prediction.Learn" target="_blank" title="prediction.Learn">prediction.Learn how we designed a scalable pipeline using distributed computing and XGBoost, covering system architecture, data engineering, and real-world ML applications in algorithmic <a href="http://trading.This" target="_blank" title="trading.This">trading.This work also establishes a foundation for ongoing research and extended large-scale <a href="http://evaluation.Open" target="_blank" title="evaluation.Open">evaluation.Open to students, faculty, and anyone interested in machine learning, data systems, or <a href="http://fintech.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="fintech.Speaker(s):">fintech.Speaker(s): , , Room: E-301, Bldg: 1000 K. L. O. Rd, 1000 K. L. O. Rd, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, V1Y 4X8, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/555692

The global nuclear industry is seeing a nuclear resurgence driven by growing electricity demands and advancements in life-saving medical isotopes. This has created an urgent demand for advanced nuclear research infrastructure and training in Canada and around the <a href="http://world.McMaster" target="_blank" title="world.McMaster">world.McMaster University as Canada’s premier nuclear research and education institution plays a critical role in addressing these needs for Canada. McMaster Nuclear is anchored by a suite of world-class facilities that drive innovation in energy, medicine, and materials science. At the heart of this ecosystem is the country’s most powerful research reactor (the McMaster Nuclear Reactor, MNR). Recent investments are enabling first the MNR transition to 24/5 in 2024 and in early 2027 to 24/7. Maximizing the use of the MNR and associated nuclear research facilities has enhanced the university’s research and training capacity. Both research highlights and the growth of our outreach and educational activities will be <a href="http://shared.A" target="_blank" title="shared.A">shared.A live Q&A with registered attendees will follow the presentation. Please visit our website at bit.ly/nuclear_series2 for additional details. Recorded webinars will be posted there shortly thereafter for free on-demand <a href="http://viewing.In" target="_blank" title="viewing.In">viewing.In addition, please ensure you also register at:https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SioQ-dr1T56onOJGn3ssFQ#/registration as provided in the webinar location below to receive the Zoom <a href="http://link.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="link.Speaker(s):">link.Speaker(s): Dr. Karin Stephenson, Event Moderator:Dr. Maike LuikenVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/551959

Welcome to the Biggest National Career Event of CanadaThis event is organized during Spring (April) and Fall (October) every year by the l’Événement Carrières in the vibrant city of Montreal. This April, we at IEEE Young Professionals (YP) Montreal are thrilled to announce our continued collaboration and partnership in organizing the event, ensuring unparalleled opportunities for all <a href="http://attendees.Whether" target="_blank" title="attendees.Whether">attendees.Whether you're a recent graduate in engineering, IT, or Computer Science eager to kickstart your career, or an experienced professional seeking new horizons, this is your gateway and ultimate platform for success. Don't miss out the opportunity to engage with top employers, connect with industry leaders, forge valuable connections, and explore exciting career <a href="http://prospects.Join" target="_blank" title="prospects.Join">prospects.Join us on Wednesday, April 22 from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Thursday, April 23, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM at the prestigious Palais des Congrès de Montré<a href="http://al.Let's" target="_blank" title="al.Let's">al.Let's embark on this journey together towards a brighter future!**Please make sure to have a printed copy of your latest CV with you!**Bldg: Palais des congrès de Montréal, Metro Place-d'Armes, Palais des Congrès de Montréal1001 Pl. Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H2Z 1H5

Join us for a fun and impactful gathering to make our faculty a cleaner, greener place for everyone! "Let's Get Dirty for a Cleaner Earth" is an exciting event where members of IEEE PES Winnipeg Chapter and IEEE Student Branch, University of Manitoba come together to clean up our Engineering Faculty <a href="http://surroundings.🎉" target="_blank" title="surroundings.🎉">surroundings.🎉 Special HighlightAfter the cleanup, join us for a cake‑cutting celebration at the University of Manitoba to mark IEEE PES Day! 🍰⚡[]Co-sponsored by: IEEE Winnipeg SectionBldg: Engineering Atrium, 75 Chancellors Cir, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada,R3T 5V6

Monthly ExCom meeting - <a href="http://Online.Agenda:" target="_blank" title="Online.Agenda:">Online.Agenda: 6:30 PM - ExCom MeetingVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/555230

Empowered by Design: Structuring High-Performing TeamsAgenda: Virtual Lunch & Learn - Empowered by Design: Structuring High-Performing Teams──────────PMINS Events Team is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom <a href="http://meeting.Topic:Empowered" target="_blank" title="meeting.Topic:Empowered">meeting.Topic:Empowered by Design: Structuring High-Performing TeamsTime: Apr 23, 2026 12:00 PM HalifaxJoin Zoom Meeting<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85201523379Meeting" target="_blank" title="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85201523379Meeting">https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85201523379Meeting ID: 852 0152 3379---One tap mobile+15642172000,,85201523379# US+16469313860,,85201523379# USJoin instructions<a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/85201523379/invitations?signature=HvsAsOM56SqkWVFCihn8LtjFJLWhnQ7rj1aeeFV99_QVirtual:" target="_blank" title="https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/85201523379/invitations?signature=HvsAsOM56SqkWVFCihn8LtjFJLWhnQ7rj1aeeFV99_QVirtual:">https://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/85201523379/invitations?signature=HvsAsOM56SqkWVFCihn8LtjFJLWhnQ7rj1aeeFV99_QVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/553158

As data centers continue to reshape the modern power system, ensuring their reliability, efficiency, and resilience has never been more critical. In this session, industry experts will share their perspectives on one of today’s most influential power system topics: data centers. Attendees will explore how advanced real-time simulation and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing are redefining the way data center power systems are designed, tested, and validated. The presentation will highlight practical approaches for mitigating risk, improving performance, and accelerating innovation, revealing how these technologies enable confident decision-making in the development of resilient, high-performance data center <a href="http://infrastructures.Kind" target="_blank" title="infrastructures.Kind">infrastructures.Kind reminder: We are charging 10 CAD for this event to support the IEEE PES Winnipeg Chapter. Please DO NOT pay online, pay with cash at the event. (PIZZA LUNCH and POP will be provided!)[]Co-sponsored by: IEEE Winnipeg SectionSpeaker(s): Sumek, JalalAgenda: PIZZA LUNCH· Housekeeping announcements· Introductions of speakers· Talk on Data Center Simulation· Questions & AnswersRoom: Multi-Purpose Room 1 (MPR1), Bldg: SMART Park Innovation Hub, 100 Innovation Dr, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3T 6A8

Abstract:Artificial intelligence and combinatorial optimization problems—such as drug discovery and prime factorization—remain challenging even for advanced computers. We are attempting to address these limitations by building photonic processors inspired by the brain—photonic neural networks—which utilize light for faster and more energy-efficient processing . We will discuss photonic networks, including Ising machines enabled by thin-film lithium niobate photonics , highlighting their applications in number partitioning, protein folding, wireless communications, and deep learning. Time permitting, we will briefly introduce a quantum photonic neural network that can learn to act as near-perfect components of quantum technologies and discuss the role of weak nonlinearities . Shastri, B.J. et al. Photonics for artificial intelligence and neuromorphic computing. Nature Photonics 15 (2021) Al-Kayed, N. et al. Programmable 200 GOPS Hopfield-inspired photonic Ising machine. Nature 648 (2025) Ewaniuk, J et al. Imperfect quantum photonic neural networks. Advanced Quantum Technologies (2023) .Co-sponsored by: Prof. Nicolas QuesadaSpeaker(s): Bhavin J. ShastriJ. Armand Bombardier J-1035, Polytechnique Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3T 1J4

The concept of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) has emerged as a promising approach to manage the growing operational challenges associated with high penetration of distributed energy resources (DERs) in distribution systems. By aggregating distributed assets, VPPs enable coordinated control of flexible resources at the customer level. However, in an open market environment where multiple VPPs may coexist within the same distribution network, new technical challenges arise in ensuring secure and reliable operation. In particular, the coordination of multiple VPPs must account for network constraints across the distribution <a href="http://feeder.To" target="_blank" title="feeder.To">feeder.To address these challenges, this work proposes a two-layer VPP dispatch framework. The upper layer determines feasible operating envelopes for each VPP by solving a network-constrained optimal power flow problem, capturing the impact of aggregated resources on the distribution system. The lower layer performs VPP-level dispatch within these limits, ensuring that individual resource schedules remain compliant with network constraints. This framework enables scalable and coordinated deployment of multiple VPPs while maintaining system reliability and operational <a href="http://feasibility.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="feasibility.Co-sponsored">feasibility.Co-sponsored by: Resilience and Clean Energy Systems (RCES)Speaker(s): Imantha Meegasthanne Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/553741

Abstract: Future 6G wireless communication systems will require high spectral and energy efficiencies for both economic and environmental reasons. Current amplifiers can have very low amplification efficiency, especially when used with variable-envelope broadband signals like the OFDM-based schemes and single-carrier schemes with compact spectrum (both widely employed in broadband wireless land and satellite communications). In fact, the maximum amplification efficiency for quasi-linear amplifiers (like class-A amplifiers) is 50%. This value drops to 5-10% when high-PAPR signals are employed. By using strongly nonlinear, switched amplifiers (like class D or F amplifiers), we can increase the maximum theoretical amplification to 100%, but the strong nonlinear distortion levels preclude its use with variable-envelope <a href="http://signals.In" target="_blank" title="signals.In">signals.In this presentation, we make an overview on block transmission techniques for broadband wireless communications, as well as current power amplification schemes, with their advantages and limitations when employed with variable-envelope signals. We also present an innovative and highly disruptive amplification scheme named quantized digital amplification (QDA), which can overcome those limitations. It is shown that the QDA allows a quasi-linear amplification of variable-envelope signals like OFDM ones, while maintaining very high energy efficiency, being able to fulfill the spectral masks and EVM (Error Vector Magnitude) requirements of the most demanding wireless systems, including OFDM-based MIMO systems employing large QAM constellations. The power efficiency gains of the QDA allow significant improvements in bit rates and coverage for wireless systems in <a href="http://general.Room:" target="_blank" title="general.Room:">general.Room: MCLD 3038, Bldg: Hector J. MacLeod Building - MCLD, 2356 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/551233

Zoom Link: <a href="https://ulaval.zoom.us/j/65778451409?pwd=B1j19PbbWPhyXWjxkTf9PjOfIekUCY.1Talk Abstract:Digital twins of the wireless environments offer new capabilities to the communication network design and operation. They could be utilized offline to build site-specific datasets for pre-training and evaluation machine learning models, or online to provide real-time or near real-time priors that aid the various communication system decisions on precoding, channel estimation, spectrum sharing, resource allocation, among many interesting applications. In this talk, I will present key aspects and considerations for modeling, building, calibrating, and utilizing these digital twins to maximize their gains while balancing constraints on cost, latency, and computational overhead. I will also introduce DeepVerse 6G, the world’s first large-scale digital-twin research platform, which provides high-fidelity multi-modal sensing and communication “true” digital twin datasets to accelerate research and development across a wide range of <a href="http://applications.Speaker" target="_blank" title="applications.Speaker">applications.Speaker Biography:Ahmed Alkhateeb received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Cairo University, Egypt, in 2008 and 2012, and his Ph.D. degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, USA, in 2016. After the Ph.D., he spent some time as a Wireless Communications Researcher at the Connectivity Lab, Facebook, before joining Arizona State University (ASU) in the Spring of 2018, where he is currently an Associate Professor in the School of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering. His research interests are in the broad areas of wireless communications, signal processing, machine learning, and applied math. Dr. Alkhateeb is the recipient of the 2012 MCD Fellowship from The University of Texas at Austin, the 2016 IEEE Signal Processing Society Young Author Best Paper Award for his work on hybrid precoding and channel estimation in millimeter-wave communication systems, and the NSF CAREER Award 2021 to support his research on leveraging machine learning for large-scale MIMO <a href="http://systems.Meeting" target="_blank" title="systems.Meeting">systems.Meeting Link: https://ulaval.zoom.us/j/65778451409?pwd=B1j19PbbWPhyXWjxkTf9PjOfIekUCY.1, Québec City, Quebec, Canada, G1X 4C5

End of term social event for IEEE members to connect, network, and discuss projects and academics in an informal setting. Open to all members and those interested in joining IEEEBldg: Chuck's Roadhouse Bar & Grill, 647 Niagara Street, Welland, Ontario, Canada, L3C 1E2