OCE Discovery Conference

Monday, May 12, 2014 12:00 am - Tuesday, May 13, 2014 12:00 am EDT (GMT -04:00)

discovery by ontario centres of excellence

Expert advice for students from industry leaders!

Ontario Centres of Excellence is hosting their annual Discovery conference at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. 

Students who attend will get unparalleled exposure to expert advice from industry leaders and a show floor buzzing with the latest technologies from across the province.

  • Steve Blank: Hear from the Silicon Valley godfather, guru and serial entrepreneur who will join us via satellite on our main stage for an interactive conversation and Q&A during the May 13 luncheon.
  • Career Zone: Learn about current and emerging careers and the skills needed to fill them from leading employers. Noted career counsellor Lucy Keating will also be providing one-on-one advice. Representatives from jobpostings.ca will be there to help you search their database.
  • Singularity University:  Delve into computation, artificial intelligence and robotics, 3D printing, biotech, nanomaterials, energy and more with Singularity faculty members Brad Templeton and Salim Ismail. This is a rare chance to learn from those who advise and educate senior business leaders and governments worldwide.
  • Ask an Expert: Meet top industry executives and entrepreneurs to ask questions and learn their secrets to success.
  • Networking:  Practice your networking skills. On May 12 from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. the entire show floor opens up to a Networking Reception with a dedicated area in the Career Zone for employers to connect with talent.