At the IEEE Canadian Students and Young Professionals Congress, we envision a vibrant, inclusive community where bold ideas spark transformation, meaningful connections ignite lifelong collaboration, and emerging leaders are empowered to elevate the future of technology and <a href="http://society.For" target="_blank" title="society.For">society.For attendees, this Congress is more than a gathering, it's a launchpad. It’s where passions are ignited, where mentorship and shared experiences bridge the gap between aspiration and achievement, and where every student and young professional finds the confidence to lead in a rapidly evolving <a href="http://world.For" target="_blank" title="world.For">world.For our sponsors, this Congress is a unique opportunity to invest in the future. By supporting the brightest minds of today, you champion innovation, diversity, and progress. Your partnership not only fuels technical excellence but also creates real-world impact—developing talent, fostering leadership, and inspiring purpose-driven advancement across Canada and <a href="http://beyond.Together" target="_blank" title="beyond.Together">beyond.Together, we Connect across disciplines, Collaborate beyond borders, and Elevate each other to shape a more innovative, sustainable, and equitable <a href="http://future.For" target="_blank" title="future.For">future.For more details please visit website: (https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Toronto" target="_blank" title="https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/](https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Toronto">https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/](https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Chronic and polymedicated patients represent a critical healthcare priority, driving substantial costs and posing significant safety risks. As the population ages, the prevalence of patients receiving multiple concurrent medications (and the potential for adverse interactions) continues to escalate. In this seminar we will discuss how comprehensive patient-level datasets, encompassing demographics, clinical events, diagnoses, and prescription histories, can be leveraged through both expert-guided methodologies and advanced data-driven approaches to identify potentially harmful drug interactions. By applying sophisticated patient clustering techniques based on biomedical criteria, we explore how medical ontologies can effectively structure and interrelate complex clinical and pharmacological data. Furthermore, we highlight the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in health research, particularly its ability to analyze intricate data structures to uncover previously hidden clinical patterns. These capabilities enable more precise diagnostic insights and support the development of safer, truly personalized treatment <a href="http://strategies.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="strategies.Co-sponsored">strategies.Co-sponsored by: CU@EMBSSpeaker(s): Dr. Rocío Romero Zaliz, Room: ME4463, Bldg: Mckenzie building, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1S5B6

Abstract: Speculating on the future of cybersecurity is inherently challenging. Cyber threat landscape is ever evolving with new attacks and so are the techniques and tools for the defense. Due to the concept of global cyber-physical continuum and digitization of data and channels, organizations are relying more on virtualization, cloud services, Gen AI and software as a service, to name a few. Insider threats, SaaS vulnerabilities, Third-Party exposure risks, Gen AI adversarial affects have gained significant ground during the last decade. Defending against cyber threats is a critical and ongoing process that requires an informed, intelligent, proactive, and multifaceted approach. It is worth mentioning that the advancement in technology is a double-edged sword where on one hand, it helps the organizations to focus on sophisticated security solutions but on the other hand it also favors the cyber attackers. In this talk we will cover the current threat landscape, related challenges and enterprise <a href="http://solutions.Speaker" target="_blank" title="solutions.Speaker">solutions.Speaker Bio: Dr. Fatima Hussain is a Senior Member of IEEE with a diverse technical and professional background. She is an IEEE ComSoc distinguished speaker and has a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, specializing in secure wireless communications. Dozens of industrial patents, and transaction/conference papers are on her credit. She is editor of IEEE Newsletter Toronto Section from the last 8 years and associate editor of many prestigious IEEE journals, such as IEEE Communications Surveys & Tutorial etc. She also serves as an Adjunct Professor and Research Supervisor at Toronto Metropolitan University. Dr Hussain has a proven track record of driving research initiatives, designing and deploying proof-of-concept pilots to solve business problems, and developing end-to-end solutions by leveraging cutting-edge technology. Her areas of current research include machine learning and network security, user behaviour analysis, SaaS security and governance, and explainable and ethical artificial intelligence, and has delivered several invited talks on these <a href="http://topics.Currently" target="_blank" title="topics.Currently">topics.Currently she holds the position of Principal SaaS Security Architect at the Royal Bank of Canada in Toronto, Canada. She is responsible for SaaS governance and Security architecture partnering closely with stakeholders in Enterprise Architecture, Cyber Security, Cloud, Risk, and Internal & External Delivery teams to enable effective SaaS governance and architecture best practices and sound design principles across the entire SaaS lifecycle. Prior to this role, Fatima managed the User Behaviour Analytics and Insider Threat team in Global Cyber Security (GCS) in RBC, Toronto Canada. She led the development and automation of AI models for applications to detect and remedy data loss from insider threats. She has vast practical experience in using AI, ML, NLP, LLMs to bring visualization and data correlation services to the Insider Threat and Investigation <a href="http://team.Bldg:" target="_blank" title="team.Bldg:">team.Bldg: ICT 424C, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

At the IEEE Canadian Students and Young Professionals Congress, we envision a vibrant, inclusive community where bold ideas spark transformation, meaningful connections ignite lifelong collaboration, and emerging leaders are empowered to elevate the future of technology and <a href="http://society.For" target="_blank" title="society.For">society.For attendees, this Congress is more than a gathering—it's a launchpad. It’s where passions are ignited, where mentorship and shared experiences bridge the gap between aspiration and achievement, and where every student and young professional finds the confidence to lead in a rapidly evolving <a href="http://world.For" target="_blank" title="world.For">world.For our sponsors, this Congress is a unique opportunity to invest in the future. By supporting the brightest minds of today, you champion innovation, diversity, and progress. Your partnership not only fuels technical excellence but also creates real-world impact—developing talent, fostering leadership, and inspiring purpose-driven advancement across Canada and <a href="http://beyond.Together" target="_blank" title="beyond.Together">beyond.Together, we Connect across disciplines, Collaborate beyond borders, and Elevate each other to shape a more innovative, sustainable, and equitable <a href="http://future.For" target="_blank" title="future.For">future.For more details please visit website: (https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Agenda:" target="_blank" title="https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/](https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Agenda:">https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/](https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Agenda: IEEE Canadian Students and Young Professionals Congress Program is available on Congress website: <a href="https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/Toronto" target="_blank" title="https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/Toronto">https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/Toronto, Ontario, Canada

At the IEEE Canadian Students and Young Professionals Congress, we envision a vibrant, inclusive community where bold ideas spark transformation, meaningful connections ignite lifelong collaboration, and emerging leaders are empowered to elevate the future of technology and <a href="http://society.For" target="_blank" title="society.For">society.For attendees, this Congress is more than a gathering—it's a launchpad. It’s where passions are ignited, where mentorship and shared experiences bridge the gap between aspiration and achievement, and where every student and young professional finds the confidence to lead in a rapidly evolving <a href="http://world.For" target="_blank" title="world.For">world.For our sponsors, this Congress is a unique opportunity to invest in the future. By supporting the brightest minds of today, you champion innovation, diversity, and progress. Your partnership not only fuels technical excellence but also creates real-world impact—developing talent, fostering leadership, and inspiring purpose-driven advancement across Canada and <a href="http://beyond.Together" target="_blank" title="beyond.Together">beyond.Together, we Connect across disciplines, Collaborate beyond borders, and Elevate each other to shape a more innovative, sustainable, and equitable <a href="http://future.For" target="_blank" title="future.For">future.For more details please visit website: (https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Agenda:" target="_blank" title="https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/](https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Agenda:">https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/](https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/)Agenda: IEEE Canadian Students and Young Professionals Congress Program is available on Congress website: <a href="https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/5875" target="_blank" title="https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/5875">https://r7.ieee.org/csypc/program/5875 Airport Road, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, L4V 1N1

Join fellow IEEE members and Section leaders to socialize, and explore opportunities to connect with the section. This event is free to attend for all IEEE Members. Family members and guests are welcome to join, with a $10 registration fee to cover the price of food and <a href="http://drinks.Photo" target="_blank" title="drinks.Photo">drinks.Photo PolicyPlease be aware that photography, video, and sound recordings will take place during the evening. You may be asked to be in a photo, or you may be inadvertently recorded when photographs or videos are made. Individuals shall not be identified in Vancouver Section published media without their <a href="http://consent.6911" target="_blank" title="consent.6911">consent.6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby , British Columbia, Canada, V3N 4X8

Join us for an IEEE ComSoc Distinguished Lecture!The IEEE Toronto Communications Chapter is pleased to host Professor Sinem Coleri for an engaging talk on “Explainable and Robust AI for 6G” as part of her Canadian lecture tour, which will also be hosted by the Toronto, Kingston, and Ottawa Chapters. Join us to explore cutting-edge insights into AI-driven next-generation <a href="http://networks.Talk" target="_blank" title="networks.Talk">networks.Talk Abstract:Unlike previous generations of wireless networks, which were primarily designed to meet the requirements of human communications, 5G networks enable extensive data collection from machines. As we transition to 6G, the emphasis moves beyond connectivity toward leveraging this machine-generated data for a new spectrum of control applications, such as UAV swarms, collaborative robots, and cooperative autonomous vehicles. Designing communication systems for these advanced control applications introduces a distinct set of challenges. These include meeting stringent requirements for delay and reliability, addressing the semantics of control systems, and ensuring robust resource management. In the first part of this talk, we explore ultra-reliable channel modeling and communication techniques based on the integration of extreme value theory with generative AI. These methods offer improved accuracy in predicting rare but critical events while providing adaptivity to dynamic scenarios. In the second part of the talk, we explore the benefits of employing optimization theory based, explainable, and robust AI in radio resource management for the joint design of control and communication systems. These approaches offer a systematic methodology to enhance robustness and interpret decisions made by black-box AI <a href="http://models.Room:">models.[]Room: 4th Floor (BA 4164), Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4Y1R5

Hello!Join Professor Dragan Jovcic, FIEEE for a thought-provoking seminar on the rapid advances in high-voltage DC transmission—especially the rise of VSC and MMC technologies enabling multi-terminal DC grids akin to complex AC systems. Explore real-world motivations such as the proposed 350 GW North Sea DC grid, limitations of AC over long subsea links, and technical challenges in protection, such as ultra-fast relay selectivity in under 0.5 ms, interoperability, self-protection, and ensuring reliability comparable to AC <a href="http://grids.-Date:" target="_blank" title="grids.-Date:">grids.-Date: Monday, 15 September 2025-Time: 5:15 PM – 8:00 PM (MDT)-Location: TransAlta Building, 1100 1 Street SE, Calgary, AB, T2G 1B1-Cost: CAD $40-Seats are limited—registration is required. Please scan the QR code on the poster or visit (if available).What to Expect:-Insights on the state-of-the-art technologies and grid-scale DC transmission developments-A deep dive into protection schemes, component and control challenges, and their real-world implications-Opportunity to ask Professor Jovcic questions and network with peers---------------------------------------------------------------Parking Options Near TransAlta BuildingVibe Parking – TransAlta Place (Lot 60)-Heated and secured underground parkade, directly below the building-Rates: CAD $5/hour (from 6 PM);-Distance: At the venue—no walk required- (https://vibeparking.com/transalta-place-1100-1-street-se-lot-60/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)Lot" target="_blank" title="vibeparking.com](https://vibeparking.com/transalta-place-1100-1-street-se-lot-60/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)Lot">vibeparking.com](https://vibeparking.com/transalta-place-1100-1-street-se-lot-60/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)Lot #301 (211 11 Ave SE)-Subterranean lot roughly 0.1 km (1–2 minute walk) from the building-Rates: CAD $5/hour;-(<a href="https://www.parkme.com/lot/1231296/lot-301-calgary-ab-canada?utm_source=chatgpt.com)These" target="_blank" title="https://www.parkme.com/lot/1231296/lot-301-calgary-ab-canada?utm_source=chatgpt.com)These">https://www.parkme.com/lot/1231296/lot-301-calgary-ab-canada?utm_source=chatgpt.com)These options give flexibility depending on your arrival time and preferred <a href="http://convenience.---------------------------------------------------------------Speaker(s):">convenience.---------------------------------------------------------------[]Speaker(s): DraganAgenda: 5:15 PMDoors open---------------------------------------------------------------5:15 PM – 6:00 PMRegistration & Networking-Check-in at the registration desk-Light refreshments and Pizza-Networking---------------------------------------------------------------6:00 PM – 6:05 PMOpening Remarks-Welcome by IEEE PES Calgary Chapter representative-Introduction of Professor Dragan Jovcic---------------------------------------------------------------6:05 PM – 6:50 PMSession 1---------------------------------------------------------------6:50 PM – 7:00 PMBreak---------------------------------------------------------------7:00 PM – 7:30 PMSession 2---------------------------------------------------------------7:30 PM – 8:00 PMQ&A & Networking- Closing remarks and Q&A-Final thanks and acknowledgements-Reminder for upcoming IEEE PES Calgary eventsBldg: TransAlta Building, 1100 - 1st Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2G 1B1

Technical Interview Night is dedicated to giving students the opportunity to network with industry professionals and practice their interview skills through mock-interviews hosted by real recruiters. Recruiters come from many leading companies, and are looking to fill many intern and graduate level positions in software, infrastructure, automation, and business! Those with STEM backgrounds who are interested in innovation will have the opportunity to speak with these representatives and give their resumes, and potentially land a job interview!Bldg: Bahen Centre, 40 St. George St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Title: Explainable and Robust AI for 6GAbstract: Unlike previous generations of wireless networks, which were primarily designed to meet the requirements of human communications, 5G networks enable extensive data collection from machines. As we transition to 6G, the emphasis moves beyond connectivity toward leveraging this machine-generated data for a new spectrum of control applications, such as UAV swarms, collaborative robots, and cooperative autonomous vehicles. Designing communication systems for these advanced control applications introduces a distinct set of challenges. These include meeting stringent requirements for delay and reliability, addressing the semantics of control systems, and ensuring robust resource management. In the first part of this talk, we explore ultra-reliable channel modeling and communication techniques based on the integration of extreme value theory with generative artificial intelligence (AI). These methods offer improved accuracy in predicting rare but critical events while providing adaptivity to dynamic scenarios. In the second part of the talk, we explore the benefits of employing optimization theory based, explainable, and robust AI in radio resource management for the joint design of control and communication systems. These approaches offer a systematic methodology to enhance robustness and interpret decisions made by black-box AI <a href="http://models.Bio:Sinem" target="_blank" title="models.Bio:Sinem">models.Bio:Sinem Coleri is a Professor in the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Koc University. She is also the founding director of Wireless Networks Laboratory (WNL) and director of Ford Otosan Automotive Technologies Laboratory. Sinem Coleri received the BS degree in electrical and electronics engineering from Bilkent University in 2000, the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering and computer sciences from University of California Berkeley in 2002 and 2005. She worked as a research scientist in Wireless Sensor Networks Berkeley Lab under sponsorship of Pirelli and Telecom Italia from 2006 to 2009. Since September 2009, she has been a faculty member in the department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Koc University. Her research interests are in 6G wireless communications and networking, AI-based wireless networks, machine-to-machine communications, wireless networked control systems and vehicular <a href="http://networks.Dr" target="_blank" title="networks.Dr">networks.Dr. Coleri has more than 150 publications with citations over 12000 (Google scholar profile). She has received numerous awards and recognitions, including TUBITAK (The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey) Science Award in 2024; N2Women: Stars in Computer Networking and Communications in 2022; TUBITAK Incentive Award and IEEE Vehicular Technology Society Neal Shepherd Memorial Best Propagation Paper Award in 2020; Outstanding Achievement Award by Higher Education Council in 2018; and Turkish Academy of Sciences Distinguished Young Scientist (TUBA-GEBIP) Award in 2015.Dr. Coleri currently holds the position of Editor-in-Chief at the IEEE Open Journal of the Communications Society. Dr. Coleri is an IEEE Fellow, AAIA Fellow and IEEE ComSoc Distinguished <a href="http://Lecturer.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="Lecturer.Speaker(s):">Lecturer.Speaker(s): Sinem Room: 210 , Bldg: Miller Hall , Queen's University, 36 Union Street, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L 2N8

IEEE IAS/PES Committee MeetingBldg: 140, 1500 Quebec Ave, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7K 1V7, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/487742

The IEEE NSS IAS/PES Joint Chapter is pleased to welcome Distinguished Visitor Dragan Jovcic. This talk by Dr. Dragan Jovcic will explore the rapid advancements in High Voltage DC (HVDC) transmission, with a focus on Voltage Source Converters (VSC) and Modular Multilevel Converters (MMC). The session will cover the development of meshed DC grids, challenges in control, protection, and interoperability, as well as emerging technologies like fast DC circuit breakers and DC/DC converters. Real-world examples, including the Zhangbei 4-terminal DC system, will illustrate the evolving state of HVDC transmission and its role in future power <a href="http://systems.Date:" target="_blank" title="systems.Date:">systems.Date: Tuesday, September 16th, 2025Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pmPlace: University of Saskatchewan- College of Engineering- ENG 2B53 (57 Campus Drive, Saskatoon, SK)Parking: Visitor Parking is available at meters throughout <a href="http://University.This" target="_blank" title="University.This">University.This is a technical event, and snacks is included in the registration <a href="http://cost.Admission:-" target="_blank" title="cost.Admission:-">cost.Admission:- IEEE Member: $5.00- IEEE Student Members: $0- University of Saskatchewan Students: $0- Members from the Industry (Non-IEEE Member): $10- Non-IEEE Members: $10Note: Attendees will receive a certificate of participation, which may count toward Professional Development Hour (PDH) credits. Please complete the evaluation form after the event to receive your <a href="http://certificate.If" target="_blank" title="certificate.If">certificate.If you are interested, please register as soon as possible!The registration deadline is Tuesday, September 16 at 4:00pmSee additional details <a href="http://below.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="below.Speaker(s):">below.Speaker(s): Dragan JovcicAgenda: - 5:30 - 6:00 PM: Networking and refreshment- 6:00 - 7:00 PM: Technical talk on DC Transmission Grids: Topology, Components, Modelling, Control and Protection Challenges followed by Q/ARoom: ENG 2B53, Bldg: College of Engineering, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada