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Toronto Chapter - Beyond the Hype: What CIOs Need to Know About Quantum, AI & What’s Next

October 22, 2026 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (EDT)

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Join fellow CIOs on October 22nd for an exclusive evening at Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, one of the world’s leading centres for research and education in foundational physics, and one of Canada’s most remarkable, yet often undiscovered, innovation institutions.

This is not a physics lecture.

It is an opportunity for technology leaders to step outside the familiar technology ecosystem, engage directly with world-class researchers and technology leaders, and explore the advances that could shape the future of computing, artificial intelligence, communications and information systems.

Why should CIOs care about quantum?

CIOs are increasingly expected to look beyond today’s technologies and anticipate what could fundamentally change the way organizations operate.

Quantum computing, quantum communications, photonics and advances in AI are rapidly moving from scientific research toward real-world applications.

But what is real today? What is still experimental? What developments should CIOs be watching? And when could these technologies have meaningful implications for our organizations, technology strategies and customers?

This evening will help separate the hype from the opportunity, providing CIOs with a window into what is happening at the frontier of science and technology.

The program will explore the connections between theoretical physics, quantum technologies, artificial intelligence, photonics and next-generation information systems, with speakers who can translate complex scientific developments into perspectives relevant to technology leadership, innovation and business.

Buffet dinner and drinks will be provided.

Featured Speakers

Dr. Ben MacLellan
Chief Science Officer, KI3 Photonics | Perimeter Institute Alumnus

Dr. Ben MacLellan will share his perspective on the development of next-generation quantum networking technologies, secure quantum communications and the future quantum internet.

His work provides a fascinating example of how fundamental scientific research can become the foundation for emerging commercial technologies.

Jorge Gonzalez
Director of Information Technology & CIO, Perimeter Institute

Jorge Gonzalez will provide an inside perspective on technology leadership within an organization operating at the absolute frontier of scientific discovery.

Together, our speakers will explore questions including:

What is actually happening in quantum technology today?
How might quantum computing and AI intersect?
Which emerging technologies should CIOs be watching now?
When could quantum have meaningful business impact?
How does fundamental physics translate into practical innovation?
What could the next generation of computing and information systems mean for technology strategy?

Come curious. Bring your questions. Leave with a better understanding of what’s real, what’s next and why quantum and emerging technologies should be on every CIO’s radar.

Open to CIOCAN members only

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Email: kyoko.kobayashi@ciocan.ca

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