Top tech events for April 2022
From the return of in-person conferences at MaRS to a virtual job fair for the queer tech community, the April calendar has online events for innovative people of all kinds.
Here are the happenings you need to know about this April.
Find your fintech friends — live and in person
Live events will soon return to MaRS this spring via the annual Canadian Fintech Summit from our partners at Framework Venture Partners. The conference brings together startups, founders, CEOs and industry thought leaders for two days of panel discussions, pitches and networking receptions. Watch as more than 20 of Canada’s top fintech startups compete for the attention of the country’s top VCs, listen to keynote speakers deliver insight on the latest industry news and trends, and much more. April 5 and 6, MaRS
Connect with the queer tech community
The best entrepreneurs know that building successful companies means having the most diverse workforce possible. The QueerTech Qareers Virtual Fair offers ventures and job seekers the opportunity to do just that, connecting the skills of the queer community with strong employers. Along with a series of workshops and speed interviews, the event also includes panel discussions on topics such as how to identify green flags of inclusivity in a workplace, as well as ensuring equity in the future of work. April 7 and 8, online
Meet robots set to improve human lives
As artificially-intelligent robots become more advanced, how can they be used to help us live better lives? CIFAR will try to answer this question at its next virtual talk featuring leading robotics expert Goldie Nejat (University of Toronto) and political scientist Amos Zehavi (Tel Aviv University). The speakers will share their findings related to social robots, and the implications on society and policy. April 27, online
Discover the latest breakthroughs in gastroenterology
Gastroenterology is the study of disorders related to the digestive system, such as Celiac disease, chronic liver diseases and IBD. Hosted by the University of Toronto, our partners at Takeda Canada will share insights on their R&D vision and offer a glimpse of partnership opportunities and innovations that lie ahead. The keynote address will be delivered by Dr. Chinweike Ukomadu, a Boston-based physician-scientist whose career spans academia, clinical care and industry. April 8, online
And don’t forget: jobs, jobs, jobs
TechTO Talent is an interactive, online event that brings together employers, talent and the tech community. It’s an opportunity for hiring companies to meet with Canada’s talent pool, and for those exploring the job market to learn practical tips and meet active employers. April 13, online
Plus, here are some more online events you might want to check out:
- 2022 Canada Gairdner Awards Announcement, April 5, online
- Microsoft 365 Conference, April 5–7, Las Vegas
- Black Voices in AI: Different Paths Offer Unique Perspective, April 6, online
- Unlocking Our Potential: What Do Immigrants Mean to Canadian Innovation? April 6, online
- TechTO: Safe x Connected Cities Accelerator Demo Day, April 7, online
- TechCrunch: Data & the Culture Transformation, April 26, online
- 5th Annual Toronto Womxn in Data Science Annual Conference and Awards, April 27–28, online and awards ceremony at the Drake Hotel
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Jordan Adams