The world continues to face multiple, compounding crises that cut across society, health, the environment, technology and the economy.
Join us at the Global Futures event series to see how the University of Waterloo is collaborating across disciplines and industries to turn these challenges into opportunities for change. Attendees will hear from experts in their fields and connect with like-minded innovators.
Our global futures
The future we imagine for humanity and our planet is at the core of our Global Futures. Waterloo researchers, students, alumni and partners are developing interdisciplinary solutions to drive meaningful change.
Upcoming events
Stay tuned for our upcoming Global Futures events in a city near you.
Past events
Santa Clara, CA
Technological Futures: Trust, Security and the AI Revolution
Hosted by Netskope, this event explored how AI is transforming security and enterprise technology, featuring CEO Sanjay Beri (BASc ’99).
Toronto, ON
Innovation and Canada’s Health Future
Featuring Vivek Goel and Frank Baylis (BASc ’86). This event explored the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, entrepreneurship and advancing healthcare through innovation
Hong Kong
Global Futures in Focus: Hong Kong
A conversation on entrepreneurship, venture capital, and emerging opportunities in Hong Kong, featuring Neil Shen and Jagdeep Singh Bachher (BASc ’93, MASc ’94, PhD ’00).
Singapore
Global Futures in Focus: Singapore
A conversation led by Chancellor Jagdeep Singh Bachher on Waterloo’s vision for the future, featuring University leaders and faculty deans.
London, UK
Transformative Financial Futures
A fireside chat with Sir Ron Kalifa and Jagdeep Singh Bachher on the role of global capital in driving innovation, sustainability, and transformation.
Seattle, WA
Global Futures in Focus: Seattle reception
A reception and fireside chat with Beryl Tomay (BMath ‘05), vice-president, transportation at Amazon.
Vancouver, BC
Bold Urban Futures: How to build healthier, more resilient communities
A conversation on building healthier, more resilient cities, featuring insights from the Future Cities Institute and a national vision for urban innovation.
San Francisco, CA
Global Futures in Focus: San Francisco
A fireside chat on AI, innovation, and the future of technology to explore how technologies are shaping the future with Matei Zaharia (BMath ’07) and Jagdeep Singh Bachher.
New York City, NY
Resilient Economic Futures
A fireside chat with Larry Fink, chairman and chief executive officer of BlackRock and Jagdeep Singh Bachher on global markets, technology, and the future of the economy.