Industry Talks in Oakville, Ontario

Industry Talks Oakville | February 12, 2026

Join us at Siemens Canada Headquarters in Oakville for an exclusive executive event exploring the future of Canadian manufacturing. Industry Talks – Smart Manufacturing will bring together industry leaders, technology experts, and innovators to discuss how digitalization, AI, and the industrial metaverse are shaping productivity, resilience, and sustainability in Canada.

Through keynote sessions and hands-on demonstrations, you’ll discover how Siemens software solutions are helping manufacturers accelerate product design, optimize production, strengthen supply chains, and build the workforce of the future.

At a glance — why Industry Talks matters for you:

  • Gain executive insights into how digitalization, AI, and the industrial metaverse are reshaping Canadian manufacturing.
  • Learn from industry leaders through real-world case studies showcasing how manufacturers are accelerating product design, improving operations, and reducing time-to-market.
  • Experience Siemens solutions live at interactive demo stations showcasing digital twins, MES, IoT, and AI applications.
  • Discover strategies to boost productivity and build more resilient, diversified supply chains.
  • Explore new growth opportunities in emerging sectors such as defence and inter-provincial trade.
  • Address workforce challenges by understanding how digital skills and immersive technologies are closing the talent gap.
  • Network with peers and experts from across Canada’s manufacturing ecosystem in an exclusive setting at Siemens HQ Oakville.

Agenda:

10:00 am - Registration

10:30 am - Welcome

10:50 am - Industrial Artificial Intelligence: Making AI ready for industry

11:20 am - What is the Industrial Metaverse – and why should I care?

12:00 pm - Lunch and Network

12:30 pm - Xcelerator Lab: Digital Enterprise Use Cases

2:30 pm - Closing