Get ready to soar to new heights at ELEVATE: AMC’s Expo and Trade Show!

November 6-7, 2024

Experience innovation this fall as we move our annual Expo to November 6 and 7, 2024, at the Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation — Humber Polytechnic in Etobicoke, Ontario.

This year’s theme, ELEVATE, explores and celebrates our industry’s breakthroughs. Dive into the realm of research and development and technological advancement sprouting from leaders in Canadian agricultural manufacturing.

Immerse yourself in the experience with a facility tour, thought-provoking speaker sessions, and abundant networking opportunities. Back by popular demand, Expo’s two-day trade show format establishes a bustling hub where members can showcase their innovations and forge connections with an engaged network from coast to coast. We are also looking forward to Hackathon, a dynamic competition that challenges students to solve and present their solutions to a difficult industry problem in 28 hours.

We are pleased to present our speaker line-up for this year’s ELEVATE: Annual Expo and Trade Show as of October 15th, 2024.

To register for ELEVATE: AMC’s 2024 Expo and Trade Show, contact AMC at 204-666-3518, inquiries@a-m-c.ca, or scan QR code to register on our website

Matthew Johnson

Vice President, Volatus Aerospace

Keynote Session: The Rise of Spray Drones: A New Era in Agriculture

This keynote session will take you through the transformation of drones in agriculture, focusing on recent advancements and groundbreaking regulatory changes in Canada that signal a new era for drone-based pesticide applications in farming. We'll explore how drones have evolved from early frustrations in agriculture to a powerful tool reshaping the industry.

Dr. Roseann O’Reilly Runte

President and CEO, Canada Foundation for Innovation

Aiming Even Higher

This session will explore how innovators see problems as challenges, challenges as opportunities and opportunities as the time to excel. These days, more than ever, we need to raise our sights and elevate our game. Agricultural producers and manufacturers are already experts at this. Dr. Roseann O’Reilly Runte will note the special characteristics innovative people in every field share and what it takes to move forward successfully in terms of vision, possibilities and strategies.

Dr. Dave Smiderle

Associate Dean Business Development and Program Optimization, Humber Polytechnic

Harnessing Automation to Address the Skills Shortage in Internalized Farming

In the face of a growing skills shortage in agriculture, automation offers a transformative solution for internalized farming systems. This presentation explores how advanced technologies, such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and automated climate control systems, can revolutionize farming practices by improving efficiency and productivity.

Tour of Barrett Centre for Technology Innovation will follow speaking session

Danielle L. Graff

Partner, MLT Aikins

Safeguarding The Future: Navigating Data Transparency and Security in Ag Manufacturing

This fall we launched a series of momentum meetings in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta to explore the evolving landscape of data collection and management within the agricultural manufacturing sector. In this session, we’ll recap the critical challenges of data transparency and the dangers to your business and what is currently trending in the sector. Led by Danielle L. Graff, we’ll learn about emerging risks, trends, and strategies for protecting sensitive data while maximizing its value.

Dr. Nancy Nelson FEC, P. Eng

Director of Innovation, Private School Interactive

AI: Elevating the Landscape of Canadian Agriculture

Nancy will speak about how AI has the potential to elevate the landscape of Canadian agriculture. This session delves into the implications AI has on current practices and the transformative opportunities it offers to agricultural technology.

Entertainment

Get in the Zone and Elevate Play at ELEVATE

Savour some tasty bites and get ready to elevate the fun at eZone! Whether it’s the high-energy action of whirlyball and lasertag, shooting hoops on the sports court, or lighting up the cosmic arcade, there’s no shortage of excitement. Test your swing at virtual golf or unwind in the gaming lounge for some friendly rivalry. Whatever your vibe, eZone’s got you covered — come ready for a night of non-stop fun!