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SUMMARY:UCN Linkages Thompson: Reimagine the North
DESCRIPTION:UCN Linkages is a reoccurring economic development conference that brings together industry leaders\, economic development organizations\, academia\, and more\, to Northern Manitoba. \nLinkages is focused on initiating creative\, critical thinking and collaborative conversations about northern economic development and the future. \nUCN hosts two conferences annually; one in The Pas\, and one in Thompson. \n  \n  \nUCN Linkages is sponsored by Look North\, Manitoba Chambers of Commerce\, the Government of Manitoba
URL:https://mbtechweek.ca/event/ucn-linkages-thompson-reimagine-the-north/
LOCATION:Thompson Regional Community Centre\, 274 Thompson Dr\, Thompson\, Manitoba\, R8N 0C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
ORGANIZER;CN="University College of the North":MAILTO:edoucette@ucn.ca
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SUMMARY:Discover the Power of Real-Time 3D Visualization
DESCRIPTION:🚨 Sold Out! 🚨 \n \n  \n🌟 Join Us for an Exciting Exploration of Cutting-Edge Technology! 🌟 \nManitoba Women In Tech (#MBWiTech) is calling all women in technology! Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of Real-Time 3D Visualization and discover how this innovative technology is reshaping industries. \nJonathan Lê\, Senior Manager of New Media Manitoba’s StudioLab xR and Chelsea Treboniak\, Co-Owner of Critical Ops will co-host an interactive and engaging session\, where they’ll unpack what Real-Time 3D Visualization means in layman’s terms and how it’s being used across sectors: \n\nArchitecture & Construction: Designing smarter\, more efficient spaces.\nGaming & Entertainment: Enhancing virtual environments and augmented reality.\nTransportation & Automotive: Powering self-driving cars and traffic analysis.\nEnvironmental Science: Mapping forests and monitoring changes in ecosystems.\n\nChelsea will discuss how the real-life project of LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging)\, a laser-based remote sensing technology\, is changing the construction industry. By sending a laser to a surface and measuring the time it takes to bounce back\, LiDAR creates incredibly accurate 3D maps and models in real time. \n👩‍💻 Whether you’re a seasoned tech professional or a curious newcomer\, this meetup will be a supportive space to learn\, connect\, and get inspired by real-world applications of Real-Time 3D Visualization. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nA live demo of Real-Time 3D visualization.\nInsightful discussions about industry trends and career opportunities.\nNetworking with like-minded women and their allies in tech over breakfast snacks & refreshments.\n\nLet’s come together to celebrate innovation\, learn something new\, and grow as a community. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://mbtechweek.ca/event/discover-the-power-of-real-time-3d-visualization/
LOCATION:StudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Ave c100\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
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SUMMARY:XCamp Echo: Customer Journey Mapping Deep Dive
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to bring a taste of our Annual Experience (UX) Design Conference [XCamp] to Tech Manitoba Tech Week this year. On February 25\, join us at XCamp Echo to explore how operationalizing design and customer journey mapping can transform the way you approach and improve your user experience delivery. \nThis half-day session is thoughtfully designed to help you address complex challenges with clarity: uncover friction points\, align teams around shared goals\, and craft solutions that reflect both user needs and organizational systems. (People + Tech + Process) \nAgenda\n/ 1:00 – 1:30 PM: Welcome and Ice Breaker\n/ 1:30 – 2:00 PM: Talk: How Leading Organizations Embed Design at the Core\n/ 2:00 – 4:30 PM: Workshop: Customer Journey Mapping Deep Dive \nTalk: How Leading Organizations Embed Design at the Core\nIn this keynote\, Albert will explore how leading organizations rely on design to drive innovation and enhance customer experience (CX). By integrating design thinking as a core mindset—not just a specialized team—organizations align departments\, simplify processes\, and accelerate delivery. \nWorkshop: Customer Journey Mapping Deep Dive\nBuilding on Albert’s keynote\, this hands-on workshop provides a framework to map user pain points\, uncover critical moments of truth\, and align on a shared vision for enhancing user experiences. \nHere’s what you can expect: \n\nA Fresh Perspective on Experience Design: Kick off the session with an energetic\, eye-opening talk on customer experience and design\, led by our expert consultants.\nHands-On Learning Through Case Studies: Dive straight into the action with a practical case study exercise where you’ll apply what you’ve learned.\nTechniques from the Field: Learn real-world methods directly from our experienced design consultants\, who use these techniques every day to solve complex challenges for organizations like yours.\nEmpower Your Team: Leave feeling confident and equipped to apply journey mapping techniques to your own products\, services\, and programs—turning insights into action.\n\nAbout zu\nWe’re zu\, a digital product agency. For three decades\, we’ve been partnering with organizations to transform processes\, services\, and platforms through strategic design and modern technology.\n🔗 zu.com \nAbout XCamp\nXCamp is our annual two-day conference in Saskatoon\, crafted for seasoned leaders in operations\, marketing\, digital strategy\, and experience delivery who are ready to push boundaries\, gain fresh perspectives\, and connect with like-minded professionals. With tailored programming\, world-class keynotes\, and an intimate\, retreat-style setting\, XCamp is designed to spark innovation and inspire meaningful change within organizations. We’re thrilled to bring a taster of XCamp to Manitoba Tech Week—hope you’ll join us! \n🔗 x-camp.ca
URL:https://mbtechweek.ca/event/xcamp-echo/
LOCATION:Alt Hotel\, 310 Donald Street\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3B 2H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
ORGANIZER;CN="zu":MAILTO:kit.hillis@zu.com
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SUMMARY:IP Summit
DESCRIPTION:Protect Your Ideas\, Power Your Business \nYour intellectual property isn’t just an idea—it’s your competitive edge. Without it\, your business is vulnerable and not investor-ready. That’s why we’re inviting you to the 2025 IP Summit\, a free half-day event dedicated to helping startups and growing businesses secure and scale their innovations. \n\n\n\nWho Should Attend  \nIf you’re an entrepreneur\, investor\, or IP professional\, this summit is for you! \n\nStartups and Small Businesses: Any company looking to protect and leverage their intellectual property\nTech\, STEM\, and Advanced Manufacturing Innovators: Protect your cutting-edge solutions and ideas\nVenture Capitalists and Angel Investors: Explore how IP can de-risk your investments\nIP Specialists and Legal Professionals: Share your expertise and connect with potential clients\nEducators and Industry Partners: Strengthen the bridge between academia and innovation
URL:https://mbtechweek.ca/event/ip-summit/
LOCATION:RBC Convention Centre\, 375 York Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 3J3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
ORGANIZER;CN="North Forge":MAILTO:ddriedger@northforge.ca
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SUMMARY:Use Microsoft Fabric to Build an Intelligent Data Strategy in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:🚨 Sold Out! 🚨 \n  \nMicrosoft Fabric is a unified\, cloud-based data platform designed to simplify data management and analytics\, integrating tools and services to support every stage of the data lifecycle\, and provides a strong foundation for implementing the latest innovations in AI. It is the next generation of Microsoft’s long history of data tools and services. \nJoin us for a workshop showing you the powerful features of Microsoft Fabric\, and how it enables you to build an intelligent data strategy to unify all your data sources in your enterprise. This convergence enhances data utilization across your organization\, empowering you to make strategic\, data-driven business decisions and support AI initiatives. \nStay for complimentary lunch and refreshments and connect with like-minded professionals and engage with experts from Improving Winnipeg. \n  \nImproving Winnipeg\, formerly Imaginet\, is a premier consulting firm with deep expertise in the Microsoft stack of products and Azure cloud services. Mike Diehl\, director of Data Engineering & Business Intelligence\, has over 30 years of experience and is a sought-after speaker for data strategies\, Agile development\, and DevOps topics. He has spoken at many conferences across North America and in London\, England\, and will be presenting at the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference in Las Vegas in March.
URL:https://mbtechweek.ca/event/improvings-microsoft-fabric-roadshow/
LOCATION:The Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce\, 101-200 Portage Avenue\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 3X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
ORGANIZER;CN="Improving Winnipeg (Formerly Imaginet)":MAILTO:janine.jeanson@improving.com
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SUMMARY:CreativeMornings Winnipeg February Event
DESCRIPTION:About CreativeMornings:  \nCreativeMornings is the world’s largest face-to-face creative community! Every month we gather on a Friday morning in 238 cities across 69 countries\, for free! The events consist of networking\, entertainment\, and discussions all centred around a talk on a pre-determined theme provided by CreativeMornings Headquarters in Brooklyn\, NY. \nIt’s difficult to describe our events and just how vibrant and engaging they are\, but luckily everything we do is captured by our video partners (Tripwire Media Group and Vincent Design Inc.) and our photography partner (Grabrielle Touchette Photography). It’s like a mash-up of Tech Thursdays\, TEDx\, Pecha-Kucha\, and morning coffee with your best friends. \n“Everyone is welcome. Everyone is creative.” \n\n\n\nCreativeMornings Winnipeg is powered by an engine of generosity (which is why everything is free)\, and part of that engine is our local partners\, including RRC Polytech\, Exchange District Biz\, New Media Manitoba\, Creative Manitoba\, and many more! You can find the complete list here: https://creativemornings.com/cities/wpg/sponsors\n\n\n\nAbout the Event: \nOur February event will feature a talk by Dan Blair\, a self described Technology Enabler who works in the field of emerging technology to help build\, deploy\, and scale solutions. \nLocation: New Media Manitoba’s StudioLab xR located at 201 Portage Ave (concourse level C100) \nRegistration opens January 25\, 2025 \n  \n 
URL:https://mbtechweek.ca/event/creativemornings-winnipeg-february-event/
LOCATION:StudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Ave c100\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In-Person
ORGANIZER;CN="CreativeMornings Winnipeg":MAILTO:dr.christinewatson@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Social Entrepreneurship: Leveraging Business for Good
DESCRIPTION:  \nDiscover how business principles can drive positive change in “Social Entrepreneurship: Harnessing The Power of Business for Social Good.” This webinar explores the transformative potential of social entrepreneurship\, emphasizing the responsibility we all have to create a better world. \nYou will learn how to identify social issues that resonate with you\, develop business solutions to address them\, and measure the impact of your efforts. \nKey takeaways include: \n\nStrategies for integrating social goals into business models\nExamples of successful social enterprises\nPractical tips for launching your own socially driven venture
URL:https://mbtechweek.ca/event/social-entrepreneurship-leveraging-business-for-good/
LOCATION:Virtual\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Stu Clark Centre for Entrepreneurship":MAILTO:Marissa.naylor@umanitoba.ca
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