Neighbours in Innovation | Presented by the Consulate General of Canada in Seattle
How Canada and Seattle are shaping the future of AI at Seattle AI Week
Neighbours in Innovation: Canada and Seattle Shaping the Future of AI
When it comes to AI, innovation doesn't stop at the border. The Consulate General of Canada in Seattle is proud to again be sponsoring Seattle AI Week. This year, Canada is showing up in support of Seattle AI Week like never before, bringing founders, researchers, policy experts and industry leaders from across Canada to explore some of the most exciting developments in artificial intelligence, quantum technology, cleantech, and talent development.
The Pacific Northwest is already one of the world's most connected innovation regions. Seattle's global technology leadership and Canada's internationally recognized strengths in AI and quantum research create a powerful combination. To celebrate and strengthen those connections we are co-hosting a series of events that showcase Canadian expertise while highlighting new opportunities for collaboration between our two regions.
Growing a Cross-Border Innovation Community
Our mission is simple: strengthen trade, investment, innovation, and commercial relationships between Canada and the Pacific Northwest. We connect businesses, researchers, investors, and institutions on both sides of the border to help turn great ideas into partnerships and partnerships into growth.
That commitment extends to our long-standing support for the Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA). Over the years, we've partnered on programs that have introduced Canadian technology companies to the Seattle ecosystem, helping them better understand the region's opportunities while building meaningful relationships with local businesses, investors, and innovation leaders.
Sponsoring Seattle AI Week is a natural extension of that work.
Canada is proud to be all in for Seattle AI Week. If you're interested in AI, quantum technologies, cleantech innovation, responsible AI, or accessing world-class talent, we invite you to join us at one or more of our featured events, showcasing the ideas, partnerships, and people shaping the next chapter of innovation in the Pacific Northwest.
Register below and join Canada at Seattle AI Week.
Can’t attend an event but looking to connect with Canada? Reach out to Robert Fiddick at the Consulate General of Canada in Seattle.
Convergence Summit: Quantum & AI in the Northwest
The Convergence Summit: Quantum & AI in the Northwest brings together leaders working at the intersection of two transformative technologies. Canada has established itself as a global leader in both AI and quantum computing, with world-class researchers, startups, and innovation hubs driving breakthroughs across the country. The opportunity is clear: combine Seattle's technology ecosystem with Canada's research strengths to help shape the next generation of computing and intelligence.
In partnership with the Cleantech Alliance of Washington, we're exploring how artificial intelligence is accelerating solutions to climate and sustainability challenges. Canada and Washington State share a commitment to innovation-driven sustainability, making this a natural area for deeper cross-border partnership.
Opening the Black Box: Why We Need Safe, Transparent AI, and How to Build It
AI's potential is enormous, but so are the questions surrounding safety, transparency, and governance. This discussion features Jonathan Barry, Vice President of Global Government Affairs and Public Policy at LawZero, the Quebec-based nonprofit founded by Turing Award winner Yoshua Bengio. The conversation will explore how organizations can design AI systems that are safe, trustworthy, and aligned with human interests.
Canada's AI Talent Advantage: Hiring, Scaling, and Growing Across Borders
Technology companies everywhere are competing for talent. At a time of unprecedented uncertainty around global talent recruitment, Canada offers a powerful advantage. Join this session to learn how companies can tap into Canada's deep pool of highly skilled AI professionals, world-leading research institutions, and globally competitive talent ecosystem.
Whether you're a startup looking to scale, a growing company exploring expansion, or a business struggling to hire specialized AI talent, Canada offers a compelling platform for growth. Canadian immigration officials will be on hand to answer questions about pathways to Canadian residency.
This is a sponsored post. The content was provided by the Consulate General of Canada in Seattle and does not necessarily reflect the views of WTIA.
About The Consulate General of Canada to the United States in Seattle
https://international.canada.ca/en/global-affairs
The Consulate General of Canada to the United States in Seattle represents the Government of Canada in the states of Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington. The Consulate General’s efforts and engagements cover a range of Canada’s political, commercial, cultural, security and economic interests in our region, as well as consular services. From helping Canadian businesses succeed in our territory, to engaging with local, state and federal government representatives, to providing consular services to Canadians, the Consulate General is highly engaged with stakeholders across multiple sectors and industries.
About WTIA
The Washington Technology Industry Association (WTIA) is a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit member trade association which operates as part of a consortium that includes a regulated 501(c)(9) association health plan and Portalus, a for-profit corporation providing 401(k) and healthcare services to small and medium-sized companies. Together, they create pathways for companies to grow, innovate, and compete on a global scale.
WTIA is the trade association in Washington state that serves the local tech ecosystem through policy and advocacy to help maintain the state as a hub for innovation, workshops and accelerators to help entrepreneurs launch their businesses, and employee benefits programs that enable startups and small and medium businesses to grow.