uOttawa Week: February 24–28, 2025 - In partnership with Hub350

The University of Ottawa is happy to partner with Hub350 for a series of events bringing together academia, industry, and innovation in Kanata North and beyond. These events are designed to foster collaboration between uOttawa and the tech park’s ecosystem, highlighting research, talent, and solutions for today’s challenges.

Telfer Luncheon: Navigating Disruption

  • Tuesday, February 25 | 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Telfer Luncheon: Navigating Disruption

Topic: “Is Moore’s Law Dead and What It Means for Your Strategy”

Location: Hub350, 350 Legget Dr, Kanata 

Speaker:

Hojjat Salemi explores the dynamic interplay between business sectors and the rapid advancements in computing technology, shedding light on how these forces reshape industries. Drawing on examples—from the iPhone’s unexpected hardware innovations to Kodak’s cautionary tale and China’s Sputnik moment with DeepMind’s AlphaGo—he examines the evolving semiconductor market and the far-reaching impact of technological disruption.

This talk delves into other sectors being transformed by AI-driven breakthroughs while challenging the notion that Moore’s Law is obsolete. Instead, discover how it continues to drive strategic decisions in today’s competitive landscape, influencing everything from business models to national policies.

Details: A light lunch will be served.

Register here: Link to Eventbrite

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Field Trip: Taking the Tech Park to uOttawa

  • Wednesday, February 26 | 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Field Trip: Taking the Tech Park to uOttawa

Topic: Innovation and Research at uOttawa

Location: uOttawa Downtown Main Campus and Kanata North Campus

Host: University of Ottawa Kanata North (OVPRI)

Participants will explore uOttawa’s research ecosystem with guided tours of cutting-edge labs, including:

A lunch break will take place during the tour at our Entrepreneurship Hub. Afterward, participants will return to Hub350 to conclude the field trip.

Details: Transportation and lunch provided.

Register here: Link to Eventbrite
 

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CO-OP Networking Reception: Wine and Cheese with uOttawa Talent.

  • Wednesday, February 26 | 2:45 PM – 4:45 PM

Co-op Networking Reception: Wine and Cheese with uOttawa Talent.

Topic: Building Talent and Connections in Kanata North

Location: Hub350, 350 Legget Dr, Kanata 

Host: uOttawa co-op team

This event is an opportunity for industry leaders in the Kanata North tech park to connect with uOttawa’s co-op team and learn more about the exceptional talent coming out of uOttawa and how they can help support your company’s priorities.

Speakers:

  • Employers from Kanata North who have hired uOttawa co-op students
  • Students from the Kanata North community sharing their co-op experiences

Enjoy refreshments, network with tech park leaders and uOttawa team members, and hear success stories about how co-op placements bridge academia and industry to build pipelines of talent and drive impact in Canada’s largest tech park.

Details: Refreshments will be provided.

Register here: Link to Eventbrite
 

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The Professional Development Institute Workshop: The Windows 10 Endgame

  • Thursday, February 27 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

The Professional Development Institute Workshop: The Windows 10 Endgame

Topic: Navigating the End-of-Life Phase for Windows 10

Location: 200, 535 Legget Dr, Kanata 

Speakers:

  • Alan McCafferty, Cybersecurity Director, uOttawa Professional Development Institute & Senior Business Analyst with Expertise in Risk Management and IT Security
  • Mark Hearn, Cybersecurity Advisor, uOttawa Professional Development Institute & Product Security Expert in Software Protection and Anti-Reverse Engineering
  • Grant Streeter, Associate Director Of Security at Canadian Blood Services

In October 2025, Microsoft Windows 10 will reach its end-of-life phase, leaving 60% of business and small office computers unsupported. This workshop will explore the risks posed to global networks and provide proactive strategies to safeguard businesses, governments, and infrastructure from imminent vulnerabilities.

Details: Hybrid event (in-person and virtual).  Refreshments will be provided.

Register here: Link to Eventbrite

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R&D Matchmaking – A Speed Networking Session

  • Friday, February 28 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

R&D Matchmaking – A Speed Networking Session

Topic: Applied AI: Accelerating Innovation Through Industry-Research Collaboration

Location: Hub350, 350 Legget Dr, Kanata 

This interactive session brings together R&D leaders from uOttawa and the Kanata North Tech Park for dynamic, fast-paced discussions on applied AI, research collaboration, and access to emerging technologies.

Participants will rotate between stations using a speed networking format, engaging in focused conversations on AI-driven innovation, industry challenges, and potential partnerships. The Innovation Support Services (ISS) team will also be available to answer questions and facilitate discussions..

Details:

  • Designed for R&D professionals and innovation leaders

  • Engage in structured, time-limited discussions with uOttawa research experts

  • Gain insights into funding, partnerships, and AI-driven innovation

Register here: Link to Eventbrite

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Indigenous Affirmation

We pay respect to the Algonquin people, who are the traditional guardians of this land. We acknowledge their longstanding relationship with this territory, which remains unceded. 

We pay respect to all Indigenous people in this region, from all nations across Canada, who call Ottawa home. 

We acknowledge the traditional knowledge keepers, both young and old. And we honour their courageous leaders: past, present, and future. 

Learn more about the Indigenous Affirmation.