IEEE Toronto Section is pleased to announce a DL day, which brings together distinguished lecturers from the IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc), Signal Processing Society (SPS), and Vehicular Technology Society (VTS) in a single event. This offers attendees an unparalleled opportunity to engage with renowned professionals who are at the forefront of innovation in their respective <a href="http://fields.​The" target="_blank" title="fields.​The">fields.​The event will feature cutting-edge talks on topics such as multilayer networks, self-supervised Wi-Fi sensing, semantic communications with diffusion models, digital twin networks for vehicle platoons, pervasive intelligence in 6G systems, and emerging cybersecurity threats with current state-of-the-art <a href="http://defenses.​Join" target="_blank" title="defenses.​Join">defenses.​Join us for a day filled with insightful talks, engaging discussions, and valuable networking opportunities. Whether you're a graduate student, young researcher, or industry professional, this event offers new perspectives on the latest advancements in the <a href="http://field.Please" target="_blank" title="field.Please">field.Please complete a FREE registration before May 25 at vTools to reserve your lunch and coffee/<a href="http://refreshments.Agenda:">refreshments.Room: ENG-LG02, Bldg: George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre, Toronto Metropolitan University, 245 Church Street, Toronto , Ontario, Canada

Robotic odor source localization is a technology that enables a mobile robot or autonomous agent to locate hidden odor sources in unknown environments. This approach has significant potential for replacing human searchers in hazardous situations, such as detecting chemical leaks or gas emissions. The key challenge lies in designing effective navigation algorithms that allow the robot to respond appropriately to sensory inputs. This presentation explores various olfactory-based navigation strategies, including AI-driven algorithms and semantic navigation approaches that fuse visual and olfactory data. The presentation also highlights real-world applications that demonstrate the capabilities and impact of robotic odor source localization <a href="http://systems.Virtual:">systems.[]Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/486172

Please join us for an upcoming lecture on 2 June 2025 at 3 – 4 pm (Eastern Time) by Dr. Benoit Derat, Senior Director for Systems Developments and Project Implementations, at Rohde & Schwarz, Munich, <a href="http://Germany.Date:" target="_blank" title="Germany.Date:">Germany.Date: Monday, 2 June 2025Time: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (EST)Location: Room BA 2135, Bahen Centre for Information Technology, 40 St George St, TorontoHow Close Can Far-Field Be? Getting the Best Out of Your Measurement RangeTrends in modern wireless communications, including the use of massive MIMO and millimeter wave frequencies, have supported an increased deployment of electrically large antennas. This created technical and economic challenges as many EMC or regulatory tests require a far-field condition. This talk provides an overview of the recent findings in defining the shortest possible far-field test distance, depending on the size of the device under test, its operation frequency, the target metric and the upper bound acceptable measurement deviation. Practical ways are also described to determine the maximum antenna aperture size that can be tested in the far-field at a given frequency and for a maximum error, in an existing chamber with a defined range <a href="http://length.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="length.Speaker(s):">length.Speaker(s): Benoit DeratRoom: BA 2135, Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, 40 St George Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 2E4

To support a wide range of vertical applications with limited resources, future connected systems rely on highly efficient distributed collaboration. However, with the growing complexity of tasks and resources as well as the dynamic evolution of network topologies, efficiently selecting appropriate capabilities and resources within connected systems to ensure effective task completion is becoming a significant challenge. To address this, we propose using trust as the unified evaluation framework to enable task-oriented resource and capability selection, and present detailed strategies on how trust evaluation can facilitate effective task completion in various types of connected systems. First, a rapid trust evaluation mechanism is introduced for highly dynamic Internet of Vehicles systems to enable timely and efficient collaborator selection. Additionally, task-specific accurate trust evaluation is explored through the use of Generative AI and machine learning techniques to facilitate effective task completion. Moreover, a trusted multi-task and multi-collaborator matching framework is developed using hypergraphs to uncover device dependencies under specific tasks. Furthermore, a spatio-temporal trust evaluation method is proposed for multi-hop collaboration, leveraging Large Language Model (LLM)-enabled agents to facilitate privacy-preserving collaborator selection. Finally, several open challenges are discussed to highlight future research <a href="http://directions.Virtual:" target="_blank" title="directions.Virtual:">directions.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/487171

Trends in modern wireless communications, including the use of massive MIMO and millimeter wave frequencies, have supported an increased deployment of electrically large antennas. This created technical and economic challenges as many EMC or regulatory tests require a far-field condition. This talk provides an overview of the recent findings in defining the shortest possible far-field test distance, depending on the size of the device under test, its operation frequency, the target metric and the upper bound acceptable measurement deviation. Practical ways are also described to determine the maximum antenna aperture size that can be tested in the far-field at a given frequency and for a maximum error, in an existing chamber with a defined range <a href="http://length.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="length.Speaker(s):">length.Speaker(s): Dr. Benoit Derat, Bldg: HUB 350, 350 Legget Dr., Kanata, Ontario, Canada

Abstract :Active Alignment for Photonics Assembly is a key technology in high-precision manufacturing. It ensures sub-micron accuracy by continuously optimizing component positioning in real time. Unlike passive alignment methods, Active Alignment uses live optical feedback to achieve the highest possible performance. The technology is essential for applications that demand exceptional optical precision, including Camera modules & LiDAR systems, Laser beam shaping & external cavity resonators, Optical fibers & photonic integrated circuits (PICs), and Medical imaging & high-performance optics. This tutorial talk will provide an overview of Active Alignment for Photonics Assembly, key features and applications of the technology, and an opportunity for discussion with the <a href="http://presenter.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="presenter.Co-sponsored">presenter.Co-sponsored by: McGill Optica Student Chapter. Optech. Speaker(s): Sebastian HaagAgenda: 2:00 - 2:30 pm: free networking (on-site only)2:30 – 4:00 pm: technical seminar presentation (hybrid)Room: MC603, 6th floor, Bldg: McConnell Engineering building, 3480 rue University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3A 0C3, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/487104

IEEE North Saskatchewan Section Meeting57 Campus Dr, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7N 5A9, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/469122

This training will cover the following modules to support student activities in IEEE Winnipeg Section. This training is mandatory for Winnipeg Section Student <a href="http://Branches.Agenda:" target="_blank" title="Branches.Agenda:">Branches.Agenda: Student Branche DefinitionBranch Yearly CalendarBranch ModelStudent Branch Mechanism in SectionCentralized Programs/EventsScholarships, Travel Awards, Awards, Speak at eventsStudent Branch - Events (IEEE vTools)Student Branch - Annual ReportingStudent Branch - Financial handlingIEEE BrandingsVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/487188

The (https://vancouver.ieee.ca) and the IEEE Future Directions Committee are organizing a series of presentations to address the widespread interest in clean energy sources, new nuclear reactor technologies, and the various related issues. This series of talks will cover aspects of nuclear energy and the disruptive new technology of Small Modular Reactors. These presentations will be of interest both to engineers who are not nuclear specialists, and to the general public who are interested in learning about the <a href="http://technology.TOPIC:" target="_blank" title="technology.TOPIC:">technology.TOPIC: Nuclear Propulsion for Merchant ShippingDATE: June 4, 2025LOCATION: OnlinePRESENTER: Dr. Jan EmblemsvågDr. Jan Emblemsvåg will discuss will discuss why we must develop nuclear propulsion for merchant shipping, which criteria we have used to select the most promising reactor types, which reactor technologies we have selected and what the current status <a href="http://is.This" target="_blank" title="is.This">is.This presentation is free. IEEE members and the general public are welcome to attend. Registration is <a href="http://required.This" target="_blank" title="required.This">required.This presentation series is organized by:- (<a href="https://ieee-sustech.org/2023/ieees-sustech-initiative/)-" target="_blank" title="https://ieee-sustech.org/2023/ieees-sustech-initiative/)-">https://ieee-sustech.org/2023/ieees-sustech-initiative/)- (<a href="https://vancouver.ieee.ca/physics)This" target="_blank" title="https://vancouver.ieee.ca/physics)This">https://vancouver.ieee.ca/physics)This presentation series is supported by:- (<a href="https://ieee-npss.org/)-" target="_blank" title="https://ieee-npss.org/)-">https://ieee-npss.org/)- (<a href="https://ieee-npss.org/)Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="https://ieee-npss.org/)Co-sponsored">https://ieee-npss.org/)Co-sponsored by: IEEE Future Directions Committee, IEEE SusTech InitiativeSpeaker(s): Dr. Jan Emblemsvåg Agenda: The presentation will start at 9:00 AM Pacific Time (12:00 EDT, 16:00 UTC).09:00 Welcome and Speaker Introduction09:10 Presentation09:45 Questions and Answers10:00 Presentation endsNOTE If you have registered, you should receive the Zoom URL in a separate email, shortly before the presentation time. Please check your email spam <a href="http://folder.NOTE" target="_blank" title="folder.NOTE">folder.NOTE Please be sure to leave sufficient time to set up your web browser and / or remote meeting client prior to the start <a href="http://time.Virtual:" target="_blank" title="time.Virtual:">time.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/483798

Please join us for the dedication of a new IEEE Milestone in London to commemorate the first use of Cobalt-60 Radiation Cancer Treatment Machines in 1951 on June 4th at 12 noon. The citation states " In 1951, two Canadian teams of medical physicists, engineers, and radiation oncologists in London and Saskatoon, independently, yet cooperatively, designed and assembled the first treatment machines that directed gamma radiation produced by radioactive cobalt-60 onto cancerous tumours in patients. First applied at Victoria Hospital on 27 October 1951, this revolutionary treatment has since been used to extend the lives of millions of patients around the world." English and French plaques are being installed in London at the (https://maps.app.goo.gl/4noJ43TDAQAaC83FA). Identical plaques are being installed in <a href="http://Saskatoon.After">Saskatoon.(https://ieeemilestones.ethw.org/Milestone_Guidelines_and_How_to_Propose_a_Milestone) and (https://ethw.org/Milestones:List_of_IEEE_Milestones), please use the embedded linksCo-sponsored by: London Health Sciences Centre, Verspeeten Family Cancer CentreAgenda: Dedication AgendaWelcome by MC - Murray MacDonaldLHSC (site owner) -IEEE Canada President - Tom MuradComments from LHSC Staff -Unveiling - LHSC and Tom MuradPhotosCoffee and CakeNetworking Session and Comments/Stories by AttendeesBldg: Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre, 800 Commissioners Rd E, London , Ontario, Canada

Calling all pooling enthusiasts! Get ready for a night of strikes, spares, and endless fun at our Pooling Night happening this Thursday, June 5th, 2025! Join us for a thrilling evening filled with friendly competition and camaraderie at Snooker Shack hosted by IEEE Young Professionals and Women in Engineering. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the game, this event is open to everyone, so bring your friends and colleagues along for a memorable night of Pooling. 🎱 Show off your skills, improve your technique, and enjoy the excitement of knocking down those <a href="http://balls.The" target="_blank" title="balls.The">balls.The doors will swing open at 6:30 PM, and the Pooling will begin shortly after. We guarantee an entertaining night with laughter, strikes, and maybe even a few friendly challenges. It's an excellent opportunity to network, relax, unwind, and connect with fellow young professionals from all walks of life. Don't miss out on this fantastic pooling experience! Mark your calendars for this Thursday, June 5th, and join us for an unforgettable evening. See you there!Ticket Prices: Student: $5, Member: $10, Non member: $153421 8 St E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7H 0W5

About the panelist:Devang Parekh is a Software Engineer at FIYGE Research in Toronto, with expertise in Backend Development and Applied Machine Learning. He has driven innovative projects at FIYGE, leveraging his technical skills to build robust solutions. Previously, Devang mentored students as a CS Club Mentor at the University of Waterloo, enhancing a passion for technology. As a proud Waterloonian, he is dedicated to mentoring aspiring engineers and advancing the tech community through knowledge-sharing and <a href="http://collaboration.This event will introduce participants to Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Vector Databases, emphasizing their roles in enhancing AI-driven applications such as agentic applications, text generation, and search, as well as enabling autonomous systems. The session will blend theoretical explanations with live demonstrations, ensuring attendees gain both a conceptual understanding and practical <a href="http://exposure.By" target="_blank" title="exposure.By">exposure.By the end of this session, participants will:- Understand the fundamentals of RAG and its importance in AI <a href="http://applications.-" target="_blank" title="applications.-">applications.- Learn about vector databases and how they enhance search and retrieval <a href="http://efficiency.-" target="_blank" title="efficiency.-">efficiency.- See real-world applications of RAG and vector search in NLP and AI <a href="http://systems.-" target="_blank" title="systems.-">systems.- Explore visualization tools such as TensorFlow Embedding Projector to understand <a href="http://vectorization.-" target="_blank" title="vectorization.-">vectorization.- Gain hands-on insights into implementing RAG with vector databases like Chroma or <a href="http://Pinecone.Session" target="_blank" title="Pinecone.Session">Pinecone.Session Breakdown:- Introduction to RAG- What is Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)?- How does it improve AI models?- Use cases in Targeted Text Generation, Agentic Applications, Deep <a href="http://Search.-" target="_blank" title="Search.-">Search.- Fundamentals of Vector Databases- What are vector databases?- How do they differ from traditional databases?- Brief on Langchain- Key vector database technologies (ChromaDB).- How Vectorization Works- Explanation of embeddings and <a href="http://vectorization.-" target="_blank" title="vectorization.-">vectorization.- Demonstration using TensorFlow Embedding <a href="http://Projector.-" target="_blank" title="Projector.-">Projector.- Understanding cosine similarity and nearest neighbor <a href="http://search.-" target="_blank" title="search.-">search.- Implementing RAG with Vector Databases- Overview of integration: LLMs + Vector <a href="http://Databases.-" target="_blank" title="Databases.-">Databases.- Simple implementation walkthrough (Python, OpenAI API + ChromaDB).- Performance considerations and best <a href="http://practices.-" target="_blank" title="practices.-">practices.- Q&A and Closing RemarksCo-sponsored by: Angelina ZiesemerVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/477104