The CAiAT 2019 AI Conference was an inspiring event and a memorable experience for the Artintech team. Bringing together industry leaders, innovators, educators, and technology professionals, the conference highlighted how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming businesses today, not just in the future.
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For the Industriotech team, sponsoring and participating in CAiAT 2019 was an incredible opportunity to engage with AI leaders, technology innovators, entrepreneurs, and researchers who are shaping Canada’s growing artificial intelligence ecosystem.
Artintech Proudly Sponsored CAiAT 2019
Artintech was honored to be one of the conference’s four major sponsors alongside Microsoft, Digiteens, and Vtract Robotics. Supporting events that promote innovation, education, and digital transformation aligns with our mission of helping organizations adopt advanced technologies and build intelligent solutions.
The conference was organized by:
- PITON (Professional IT Occupational Network)
- FICI (First Institute of Canadian Inventors), Canada’s representative of the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA)
The event also received support from Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University) and Humber College, with VisionTo serving as the official media sponsor.
This collaboration between academia, industry, government, and technology organizations demonstrated the strength of Canada’s innovation ecosystem.
The Vision Behind CAiAT 2019
Unlike many AI conferences that speculate about future possibilities, CAiAT 2019 focused on one simple question:
How is Artificial Intelligence being used today?
The organizers believe that Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning represent the next Industrial Revolution. Instead of discussing concepts that may become reality years from now, the conference showcased technologies, platforms, and practical AI applications that organizations can begin implementing immediately.
The goal was to help attendees:
- Understand today’s AI technologies
- Learn from real implementation stories
- Discover business opportunities
- Explore AI platforms and tools
- Gain practical insights from industry experts
- Take action by integrating AI into their own organizations
This practical approach made CAiAT different from many traditional AI events.
Bringing Together Canada’s AI Community
The conference welcomed professionals from across Canada’s technology sector, creating valuable networking opportunities between businesses, researchers, startups, and investors.
Attendees included:
- AI researchers
- Technology professionals
- Entrepreneurs
- Business leaders
- Investors
- Artificial Intelligence enthusiasts
- Students
- Innovation professionals
Hosted at Ryerson University’s George Vari Engineering Centre, the event attracted approximately 100 attendees and included:
- Opening ceremony
- Eight keynote presentations
- Interactive Q&A sessions
- Expert panel discussion
- AI exhibition featuring innovative companies
- Networking opportunities
The event created an environment where ideas, experiences, and emerging technologies could be shared across industries.
Expert Speakers Sharing Practical AI Knowledge
One of the highlights of CAiAT 2019 was its impressive lineup of industry experts, researchers, government leaders, and AI practitioners.
Government Support for AI Innovation
Majid Jowhari, Member of Parliament for Richmond Hill, discussed government initiatives supporting Canada’s technology sector and Artificial Intelligence innovation.
Drawing from over 25 years of experience leading digital transformation projects at organizations including BlackBerry, Direct Energy, and Celestica, he highlighted how collaboration between government and industry can accelerate innovation and economic growth.
Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity
Technology executive Jenny Alfandary explored how AI and Machine Learning are transforming cybersecurity.
Her presentation demonstrated how intelligent systems help organizations detect threats, automate security monitoring, improve cloud infrastructure, and strengthen cyber resilience. With expertise spanning AI, cloud computing, DevOps, Big Data, and government technology initiatives, she shared valuable insights into the future of intelligent cybersecurity.
Smart Cities Powered by AI
Dr. Farhang Sahba presented exciting applications of Artificial Intelligence in Smart Cities and the Internet of Things (IoT).
His research highlighted how machine learning is improving:
- Computer vision
- Traffic management
- Urban infrastructure
- Biomedical signal processing
- Data mining
- Natural language processing
The session illustrated how AI is making cities more connected, efficient, and sustainable.
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Representing Artintech’s Artificial Intelligence Research & Development division, Kayvan Tirdad discussed how AI is revolutionizing healthcare technologies.
His presentation covered the growing role of machine learning in:
- Medical diagnosis
- Clinical decision support
- Healthcare analytics
- Predictive medicine
- Medical imaging
Healthcare continues to be one of the fastest-growing sectors for AI innovation, and the session demonstrated how intelligent systems are improving patient care and clinical outcomes.
AI in Business Consulting
Narges Balouchestani Asli, AI Strategy Consultant at Deloitte Canada’s AI practice, explained how organizations can leverage Artificial Intelligence to solve complex business challenges.
Her presentation emphasized:
- AI strategy development
- Digital transformation
- Business optimization
- Data-driven decision making
- Enterprise AI adoption
She shared practical examples of how consulting firms help organizations integrate AI into everyday business operations.
Intelligent Supply Chains
Supply chain expert King Siu demonstrated how Artificial Intelligence is changing logistics, manufacturing, and retail operations.
Modern AI systems enable organizations to:
- Forecast demand
- Optimize inventory
- Improve logistics
- Reduce operational costs
- Increase supply chain visibility
His presentation showed that AI is becoming a critical component of modern manufacturing and distribution.
Machine Learning in Marketing
Dr. Saeid Abolfazli, Lead Data Scientist at TELUS, explored how Machine Learning is transforming marketing and customer engagement.
His session highlighted applications including:
- Predictive analytics
- Customer segmentation
- Personalized recommendations
- Marketing automation
- Customer lifetime value prediction
These technologies allow businesses to make smarter marketing decisions based on data rather than assumptions.
Building Enterprise AI Applications
Microsoft AI MVP Rahat Yasir concluded the speaker sessions by discussing how organizations can move from proof-of-concept AI projects to enterprise-scale intelligent applications.
His presentation focused on:
- Microsoft Cognitive Services
- Enterprise AI architecture
- AI agents
- Intelligent automation
- Data science best practices
The session offered practical guidance for businesses looking to successfully implement AI across their organizations.
More Than a Conference
Beyond the presentations, CAiAT 2019 featured a technology exhibition where companies showcased innovative AI products, research projects, and intelligent software solutions.
The conference encouraged meaningful conversations between:
- Industry experts
- Researchers
- Technology companies
- Government representatives
- Students
- Entrepreneurs
- Investors
This collaborative environment helped bridge the gap between academic research and commercial AI implementation.
Artintech’s Commitment to Artificial Intelligence
As an Artificial Intelligence research and software development company, Artintech believes that AI should deliver practical business value—not simply remain a research topic.
Events like CAiAT reinforce our commitment to:
- Artificial Intelligence research
- Machine Learning innovation
- Digital transformation
- Intelligent automation
- AI education
- Industry collaboration
We are proud to support initiatives that help businesses understand and adopt AI technologies that improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and create new opportunities for growth.
Looking Ahead
CAiAT 2019 demonstrated that Artificial Intelligence is no longer a technology of tomorrow—it is solving problems today across healthcare, cybersecurity, marketing, manufacturing, logistics, smart cities, and countless other industries.
By bringing together government leaders, researchers, technology companies, and business professionals, the conference inspired attendees to move beyond learning about AI and begin applying it within their own organizations.
At Artintech, we remain committed to helping businesses navigate the evolving world of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning by developing innovative solutions that turn ideas into real-world results.
