MANITOBA'S PREMIER AI EVENT
PRAIRIE
AI SUMMIT 2026
Where Manitoba's AI Future Takes Shape.
Business. Technology. Research. Government.
Coming together to drive innovation, responsible adoption and economic growth.
DATE
OCTOBER 20, 2026
VENUE
THE LEAF, ASSINIBOINE PARK, WINNIPEG
AI INNOVATION SHOWCASE
Live demos. Real impact.
INNOVATION AWARDS
Recognizing AI excellence
4 TRACKS
Strategy, Innovation, Frameworks, Applications
1 DAY
High-impact Conference
AI AFTER DARK
Networking that sparks connections
200+
Leaders & Professionals
WHY ATTEND?
Real Insights. Real Connections.
Real Impact.
The Prairie AI Summit brings together the people and ideas shaping the future of AI in Manitoba and beyond.
Learn from AI leaders, innovators and practitioners
Explore real-world applications and success stories
Get practical strategies you can use right away
Build relationships that accelerate your AI journey
Be part of shaping a responsible AI future for Manitoba
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This is the one day in Manitoba where business, technology, research and government come together to move AI from possibility to impact.
Who Should Attend?
Business Executives
Technology & Professionals
Government & Public Sector
Researchers & Academics
Startups & Entrepreneurs
Students & Emerging Talent
Representing Key Industries Across MB
4 Tracks. Choose Your Journey.
SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED WEEKLY
Learn from Visionaries. Get Inspired.
We're bringing together AI leaders, innovators and changemakers from across Canada and around the world.
David Owasi
CEO
Outreach Genius
Jolen Galaugher
Executive Director (AVP)
RRC Polytech
Markus Chambers
Deputy Mayor
City of Winnipeg
Rafael Vitorelli
Asst Deputy Minister
Govt of Manitoba
The Leaf, Assiniboine Park
Experience the convergence of Manitoba's premier AI event and the natural beauty of the city. Our venue is designed to foster deep connections and high-impact networking in a sophisticated, highly organized environment.
World-Class Hospitality
Full Accessibility
Prime Winnipeg Location