[] Please join us on for an informative virtual presentation on what's changing in project management, with special attention on how AI is impacting every part of the process. We'll explore some of the tools available to project managers and talk about how to future-proof your career from an AI perspective, whether you're managing projects or just working with them. Attendees will learn how to leverage AI to manage projects better, and about some of the newest tools at the disposal of PMs. We'll give special attention to some of the free or low-cost options available. What You’ll Learn: - AI in real life: predictive analytics, smart status reports, AI “co‑pilots” for stakeholder comms - Project Manager 2.0: which human skills (strategy, negotiation, empathy) now matter most and why - Low‑Code / No‑Code boom: how citizen‑developers are shrinking delivery timelines (and new governance pitfalls to watch) - ESG & DEI: why sustainability and inclusive teams drive project ROI and how to bake both into your plan - Next‑gen agents: a peek at Agent Stores and autonomous tools - Stay current: podcasts, newsletters, and communities that will keep you ahead of the curve This Session is Ideal For: - Practicing & aspiring project managers - Engineers and technical leads tasked with delivery oversight - Business stakeholders curious about AI’s impact on project success - Anyone responsible for getting work done on time and on budget Speaker(s): Mark Farmer Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/485146

IEEE Toronto Section is pleased to announce a DL day, which brings together distinguished lecturers from the IEEE Communications Society (ComSoc), Signal Processing Society (SPS), and Vehicular Technology Society (VTS) in a single event. This offers attendees an unparalleled opportunity to engage with renowned professionals who are at the forefront of innovation in their respective fields.​ The event will feature cutting-edge talks on topics such as multilayer networks, self-supervised Wi-Fi sensing, semantic communications with diffusion models, digital twin networks for vehicle platoons, pervasive intelligence in 6G systems, and emerging cybersecurity threats with current state-of-the-art defenses.​ Join us for a day filled with insightful talks, engaging discussions, and valuable networking opportunities. Whether you're a graduate student, young researcher, or industry professional, this event offers new perspectives on the latest advancements in the field. Please complete a FREE registration before May 25 at vTools to reserve your lunch and coffee/refreshments. Room: ENG-LG02, Bldg: George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre, Toronto Metropolitan University, 245 Church Street, Toronto , Ontario, Canada

Please join us for an upcoming lecture on 2 June 2025 at 3 – 4 pm (Eastern Time) by Dr. Benoit Derat, Senior Director for Systems Developments and Project Implementations, at Rohde & Schwarz, Munich, Germany. Date: Monday, 2 June 2025 Time: 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (EST) Location: Room BA 2135, Bahen Centre for Information Technology, 40 St George St, Toronto How Close Can Far-Field Be? Getting the Best Out of Your Measurement Range Trends in modern wireless communications, including the use of massive MIMO and millimeter wave frequencies, have supported an increased deployment of electrically large antennas. This created technical and economic challenges as many EMC or regulatory tests require a far-field condition. This talk provides an overview of the recent findings in defining the shortest possible far-field test distance, depending on the size of the device under test, its operation frequency, the target metric and the upper bound acceptable measurement deviation. Practical ways are also described to determine the maximum antenna aperture size that can be tested in the far-field at a given frequency and for a maximum error, in an existing chamber with a defined range length. Speaker(s): Benoit Derat Room: BA 2135, Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, 40 St George Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 2E4

Abstract : Active Alignment for Photonics Assembly is a key technology in high-precision manufacturing. It ensures sub-micron accuracy by continuously optimizing component positioning in real time. Unlike passive alignment methods, Active Alignment uses live optical feedback to achieve the highest possible performance. The technology is essential for applications that demand exceptional optical precision, including Camera modules & LiDAR systems, Laser beam shaping & external cavity resonators, Optical fibers & photonic integrated circuits (PICs), and Medical imaging & high-performance optics. This tutorial talk will provide an overview of Active Alignment for Photonics Assembly, key features and applications of the technology, and an opportunity for discussion with the presenter. Co-sponsored by: McGill Optica Student Chapter. Optech. Speaker(s): Sebastian Haag Agenda: 2:00 - 2:30 pm: free networking (on-site only) 2:30 – 4:00 pm: technical seminar presentation (hybrid) Room: MC603, 6th floor, Bldg: McConnell Engineering building, 3480 rue University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3A 0C3, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/487104

[] IEEE Toronto has reserved the venue for a private event. We'd love to connect with volunteers, members, and your family, friends, or coworkers for our 2025 spring social event. Your ticket will get you 2 drinks, snacks, and a chance to take some swings in the golf simulator. Tickets are limited and are heavily subsidized. The Sand Trap, 1306 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

I am happy to announce a Workshop on Sensing, Coding, and Communications to be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at the University of Toronto, Bahen Centre for Information Technology, BA 2135 from 9 AM to 4:15 PM featuring the following distinguished speakers: - Prof. Henk Wymeersch (Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden) - Prof. Shuowen Zhang (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China) - Prof. Liang Liu (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) - ComSoc Distinguished Lecturer - Prof. Seok-Hwan Park (Jeonbuk National University, Korea) - Prof. Emanuele Viterbo (Monash University, Australia) - Prof. Hei Victor Cheng (Aarhus University, Denmark) - Prof. Li-Hsiang Shen (National Central University, Taiwan) Please RSVP your spot by June 10 using the following link: (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOrY5kW2zw7pXX3qwcMdLRB2aPuGlqs1hkgc8V0TBezeKSiw/viewform) Room: BA 2135, Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4Y1R5

Recently, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has identified integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) as a primary usage scenario for the sixth-generation (6G) cellular networks in IMT-2030 Framework. As a result, future cellular networks will provide not only communication services, but also sensing services such as localization and tracking. However, how to exploit the existing communication infrastructure to effectively achieve sensing functions remains an open problem for 6G. In this talk, we will introduce the methodologies to leverage various types of communication nodes in cellular networks as anchors, including base stations, user equipments, and reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, to perform ubiquitous sensing. Specifically, the advantages and disadvantages of each type of anchors will be listed, and the efficient solutions to overcome these disadvantages will be outlined. Apart from theoretical works, this talk will also present our latest achievements in building a 6G ISAC platform that operates at the millimeter-wave band. We will conclude this talk by discussing some promising future directions that will be beneficial to the transformation of the world’s largest communication network into the world’s largest sensing network. Please complete a FREE registration by June 10 to reserve your spot using the following link: (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOrY5kW2zw7pXX3qwcMdLRB2aPuGlqs1hkgc8V0TBezeKSiw/viewform) Speaker(s): Dr. Liang Liu , Room: BA 2135, Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Progress Towards High Dimensional Quantum Communications in Turbulent Free-Space Channels Abstract: Quantum key distribution (QKD) enables information-theoretically secure communication, guaranteed by the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics. By leveraging quantum properties of single particles, most often photons, QKD allows two parties to establish a shared secret key with provable resistance against both classical and quantum eavesdroppers. While most communication today is done in a binary scheme using 1s and 0s, by pushing beyond 2 dimensions with high-dimensional (HD) QKD protocols, more than one bit of information can be encoded per photon. Additionally, secure quantum communications can be done even in noisy channels where 2-dimensional QKD would be impossible. Free-space channels, where the spatial degree of freedom of photons is available for encoding, like ground-satellite links and ground-ground links are clear candidates for the implementation of HD QKD. Free-space channels on Earth, despite the name, are not actually free due to fluctuations in the atmosphere called turbulence. We investigate the challenges and benefits of using spatial modes of light, in particular the Orbital Angular Momentum (OAM) of photons to make HD QKD realisable in turbulent free-space channels. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Progrès vers des communications quantiques de haute dimension dans des canaux turbulents en espace libre Résumé: La distribution quantique de clés (QKD) permet une communication théoriquement sécurisée, garantie par les principes fondamentaux de la mécanique quantique. En exploitant les propriétés quantiques de particules uniques, le plus souvent des photons, la QKD permet à deux parties d'établir une clé secrète partagée avec une résistance démontrable aux écoutes électroniques classiques et quantiques. Alors que la plupart des communications actuelles se font selon un schéma binaire utilisant des 1 et des 0, en dépassant les deux dimensions avec les protocoles QKD haute dimension (HD), plus d'un bit d'information peut être codé par photon. De plus, des communications quantiques sécurisées peuvent être réalisées même dans des canaux bruyants où la QKD bidimensionnelle serait impossible. Les canaux en espace libre, où le degré de liberté spatial des photons est disponible pour le codage, comme les liaisons sol-satellite et sol-sol, sont des candidats évidents pour la mise en œuvre de la QKD HD. Les canaux en espace libre sur Terre, malgré leur nom, ne sont pas réellement libres en raison des fluctuations de l'atmosphère appelées turbulences. Nous étudions les défis et les avantages de l'utilisation des modes spatiaux de lumière, en particulier le moment angulaire orbital (OAM) des photons pour rendre le HD QKD réalisable dans des canaux turbulents en espace libre. Lukas Scarfe (PhD candidate at the University of Ottawa) About / A propos The High Throughput and Secure Networks (HTSN) Challenge program is hosting regular virtual seminar series to promote scientific information sharing, discussions, and interactions between researchers. https://nrc.canada.ca/en/research-development/research-collaboration/programs/high-throughput-secure-networks-challenge-program Le programme Réseaux Sécurisés à Haut Débit (RSHD) organise régulièrement des séries de séminaires virtuels pour promouvoir le partage d’informations scientifiques, les discussions et les interactions entre chercheurs. https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/recherche-developpement/recherche-collaboration/programmes/programme-defi-reseaux-securises-haut-debit NEW: In order to promote more open discussions/interactions, at the end of the presentation and Q/A, we will allow other experts in this field (quantum comm) to present very briefly their work (1 slide, 2 min max) or their company. Co-sponsored by: National Research Council, Canada. Optonique. Speaker(s): Lukas Scarfe, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/488212

Abstract: Vulnerabilities in OS and application software, although hard to eliminate, are well known. This talk will look a couple layers down in the stack to securing the lowest-level software in a device, often referred to as firmware, with the intent of blocking hard-to-find and hard-to-eradicate attacks classified as Advanced Persistent Threats. The talk covers why firmware is uniquely-difficult to protect, introduces the Root of Trust concept, and goes on to describe technology such as the Trusted Computing Group’s Trusted Platform Module (TPM), as a component to enhance a device’s ability to defend itself against APTs. Although low-level security issues can exist in any computing environment, this talk focuses on IoT and Industrial IoT applications. Speaker's Bio: Guy C. Fedorkow is a Distinguished Engineer at Juniper Networks. He received the BASc in Engineering Science and MASc in Electrical Engineering at University of Toronto, and went on to develop both packet-switching technology and high-throughput parallel computer architectures at Bolt, Beranek and Newman in Cambridge, MA. At Cisco Systems, he did hardware design and system architecture for cell-switching and high-scale internet service provider routers. Continuing at Juniper Networks, he has served as system architect for high-throughput Internet service provider products. Guy is currently working on trusted computing technologies to protect underlying computational infrastructure in router, switch and firewall products at Juniper Networks, and is a Fellow in the MIT Connection Sciences group. https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-fedorkow-3b65151/ Room: SF B560, Bldg: Sanford Fleming Building, University of Toronto, 10 King's College Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 3G4

Seminar by Prof. Anding Zhu (University College Dublin, Ireland) Speaker(s): Professor Anding Zhu, Room: 024, Bldg: Bahen Center for Information Technology, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 2E4

[] Join the IEEE Toronto Instrumentation & Measurement – Robotics & Automation Joint Chapter for a technical talk presented by Dr. Binyan Xu from University of Guelph. Monday, July 7, 2025 @ 10:30 – 11:30 AM (EST) Abstract: The use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has expanded significantly over recent decades, driven by their flexibility, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and capability to operate in dangerous or inaccessible environments. With rising demands, UAV systems are increasingly expected to achieve higher levels of autonomy. Model predictive control (MPC), an advanced control methodology that leverages online optimization, provides notable advantages such as optimal performance, efficient handling of multivariable systems, and explicit constraint management, making it a promising solution for UAV control challenges. However, ensuring closed-loop performance with manageable computational demands remains challenging due to the highly nonlinear dynamics of UAVs and the computational complexity of MPC. This talk introduces a Lyapunov-based MPC framework designed specifically to address these challenges, offering stabilized and computationally efficient MPC strategies tailored for UAV applications. Applications of this framework, including trajectory tracking and formation control, will be demonstrated to illustrate its effectiveness. Additionally, the integration of this framework with other Lyapunov-based control techniques for handling unexpected actuator faults and communication disruptions will be discussed, highlighting its potential to further enhance UAV operational efficiency and reliability. Speaker(s): Binyan Xu, Ph.D., Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/487504

[] Join the IEEE Toronto Instrumentation & Measurement – Robotics & Automation Joint Chapter for a technical talk presented by Dr. Shideh Kabiri Ameri from Queen's University. Monday, July 21, 2025 @ 2:00 – 3:00 PM (EST) Abstract: Wearable devices for health monitoring are conveniently being miniaturized, their functionalities have been increased, and they are rapidly being integrated into our daily life. However, the current commercialized wearables are not mechanically compatible with soft, stretchable and dynamic skin which is normally the first point of contact to the body in wearables. This results not only in discomfort but also causes low fidelity and reliability during long term sensing. In this talk, Dr. Kabiri will discuss various novel approaches they have taken to address these issues. Their developed unconventional wearable devices for health monitoring have high sensing performance and low motion artifacts, and in some cases offer visual imperceptibility and non-intrusive sensing that satisfy the user’s privacy and mental comfort. Speaker(s): Shideh Kabiri Ameri, Ph.D., Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/486792