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SUMMARY:Equitable AI: Designing for Inclusive Access
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging and interactive conversation with Dr. Jutta Treviranus\, Director of the Inclusive Design Research Centre at OCAD University and a global leader in digital inclusion. As part of Hackforge’s National AccessAbility Week programming\, this session will explore how artificial intelligence can both empower and marginalize — and why equity\, accessibility\, and responsible design must guide the future of AI systems. \n\n\n\nDrawing from her leadership in developing the Accessible and Equitable AI Technical Guide and international standards\, Dr. Treviranus will share insights into current and emerging risks\, strategies to safeguard diverse users\, and the process behind shaping inclusive global guidelines. Whether you’re designing AI tools\, implementing accessible technologies\, or simply interested in the intersection of ethics\, tech\, and inclusion\, this event is for you. \n\n\n\nExpect a lively blend of presentation and discussion\, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and engage directly. This free event will be hosted live on Zoom and is open to all professionals\, practitioners\, and community members passionate about building an equitable digital future. \n\n\n\n📆 Friday\, May 30th🕦 11AM – 12:30 PM📍 Virtual – Register via ZoomAs a primer to this event\, we suggest attending the Accessible and Equitable AI Standard Group Review\, happening on Thursday afternoon
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/equitable-ai-designing-for-inclusive-access/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Government of Canada Accessible & Equitable AI Standard: Group Review
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nAccessibility Standards Canada (ASC) develops national accessibility standards to help build a barrier-free Canada — by and for people with disabilities. As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly evolves\, ASC is working to ensure accessibility and equity are built into these emerging technologies. \n\n\n\nIn May 2024\, ASC released a technical guide on accessible and equitable AI\, and a draft standard is now available for public review. The final standard is expected to be published in winter 2026. While these standards will be mandatory for federally regulated organizations (like banks\, air travel\, and Canada Post)\, all AI developers can benefit from aligning their work with them. \n\n\n\nAt Hackforge\, we’re curious: How can we assess the accessibility of AI systems? And more importantly\, how can we ensure the systems we build are equitable and inclusive? We’re diving into the documents to find out — and we’d love for you to join us. \n\n\n\nOn Thursday\, May 29 from 3:30 to 5 PM EDT\, join Saamer Mansoor\, creator of BeAware Deaf Assistant\, for an overview of the draft standard and a discussion on what it means for developers. Come to explore highlights of the standard\, ask questions\, and take part in conversations at the intersection of artificial intelligence\, accessibility\, and equity. \n\n\n\nThis session leads into Friday’s event\, where Dr. Jutta Treviranus — chair of the Technical Committee on Accessible and Equitable AI Systems — will offer a free online talk for the Hackforge community. \n\n\n\n📆 Thursday\, May 29th🕦 3:30 – 5PM📍 Virtual – Register via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/government-of-canada-accessible/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250528T120000
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SUMMARY:Labour Market Interventions Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nFor this year’s National AccessAbility Week programming\, Hackforge is teaming up with some brand new partners! During this special event\, we’ll be exploring how we can increase connections between people with disabilities and opportunities in the Canadian tech ecosystem. \n\n\n\nJoin us on Wednesday\, May 28th for a free lunchtime round table featuring representatives from: \n\n\n\nAse Community Foundation for Black Canadians with Disabilities https://asecommunityfoundation.com/ \n\n\n\nSETSI (Social Economy Through Social Inclusion) https://www.setsi.ca/Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience (CCNDR) https://ccndr.ca/This is a virtual event that will be held over Zoom. Please email MAAT@setsi.ca to register \n\n\n\n📆 Wednesday\, May 28th🕦 12 – 1 PM EDT📍 Virtual – Register by emailing MAAT@setsi.ca
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/labour-market-interventions-roundtable/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250527T180000
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SUMMARY:Accessible Reading Technology: Where We Are and Where We're Going
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging virtual session during National Accessibility Week\, featuring Ioana Gandrabur\, Peer Trainer with the Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA). Focused on accessible reading technologies\, this session will explore: \n\n\n\n⭢ CELA’s services for people with print disabilities – who can access them and how to get started⭢ What accessible contents does CELA offer and how are these made available?⭢ The current and future state of accessible reading tech \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a community member\, accessibility professional\, or content creator interested in accessible publishing\, this free event offers valuable insights\, practical resources\, and time for open discussion. \n\n\n\n📆 Tuesday\, May 27th🕦 6 – 8PM📍 Virtual – Register via Zoom \n\n\n\nLearn more about CELA on their website.
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/accessible-reading-technology/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Accessibility Series,Virtual
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SUMMARY:LUG Virtual Social
DESCRIPTION:📍Discord💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nCome join us as we nerd out about Linux at this month’s Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nHelp with Problems: Bring your Linux-related queries and let our community experts assist you in finding solutions.\n\n\n\nCurrent Events Discussion: Stay updated and engage in discussions about the latest happenings in the Linux world.\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual social event provides an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts\, learn\, and have fun! \n\n\n\nHope to see you all there! \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Thursday\, May 22nd🕦Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)📍 Virtual Event on Discord
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/lug-virtual-social/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250331T180000
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SUMMARY:SQL Interview Prep
DESCRIPTION:📍Zoom💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n🔍 SQL Interview Questions – Crack the Code! \n\n\n\n🚀 Border City Data presents an exclusive SQL Interview Prep session!Are you a data graduate or aspiring data professional gearing up for SQL interviews? This virtual workshop\, presented by Rashmi Krishnamohan (Experienced Data Analyst & UWin Alumni) will help you tackle medium and hard SQL questions\, the kind that interviewers love to throw at candidates. \n\n\n\n🎓 Prerequisites: \n\n\n\n\nBasic SQL skills & interest in data roles\n\n\n\nA working SQL IDE (such as SQL Server Management Studio with the necessary drivers) installed prior to the event\n\n\n\n\n📌 What you’ll learn:✅ Strategies to solve complex SQL problems✅ Common patterns and pitfalls in SQL interviews✅ Tips to think like an interviewer and optimize your queries \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Monday\, March 31🕦 Time: 6pm-8pm (EST) 📍 Virtual Event via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/sql-interview-prep/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY: Let's Talk About Linux Distros 
DESCRIPTION:📍Discord💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for this month’s LUG social where we’ll be discussing everything related to Linux distributions! This event is perfect for anyone wanting to give Linux a try or seasoned users looking to try a new distribution. \n\n\n\nWe’ll be discussing the following topics: \n\n\n\n\nOur favourite distributions and why\n\n\n\nWhy it’s hard to recommend a specific distribution\n\n\n\nWhat distributions you’d like to try\n\n\n\nHow to try out a new distribution\n\n\n\nAnd much more!\n\n\n\n\nI hope to see everyone there! \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Thursday\, February 13\, 2025 🕦 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST) 📍 Virtual Event via Discord
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/lets-talk-about-linux-distros/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Linux Gaming Social
DESCRIPTION:📍 Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210) & Online💻Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWill 2025 be the year of Linux gaming? Join us on Discord to discuss this spicy topic and everything to do with Linux gaming!We’ll be discussing the following topics: \n\n\n\n\nHow has the Steam Deck impacted the Linux gaming ecosystem?\n\n\n\nIs gaming on Linux approachable for the average Gamer?\n\n\n\nHow to get started with building a game for Linux?\n\n\n\nBuilding a Linux game for the Global Game Jam.\n\n\n\nRunning Windows Games on Linux.\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\nI’m also compiling a document with useful links and resources for building and running games on Linux for the Global Game Jam event\, which starts the following week. Please bring any resources that you think would make a fine addition to the collection.I hope to see everyone there! \n\n\n\n📆 Date: Thursday\, January 16th 🕦 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST) 📍 Virtual Event via Discord
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/linux-gaming-social/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Funding\, R&D\, and other business services for Ontario-based Technology companies
DESCRIPTION:📍 Online via Zoom💻 Virtual Only💲 Free \n\n\n\nCome learn about the business supports available from: \n\n\n\n\nCarleton University\n\n\n\nSaugeen Economic Development Corporation\n\n\n\nFutureTek\n\n\n\nInnovation Factory\n\n\n\nSpark Centre\n\n\n\nMitacs\n\n\n\nUniversity of Toronto Mississauga\n\n\n\nSpin Up\n\n\n\nWe-Tech\n\n\n\nLaunch Lab\n\n\n\nHackforge\n\n\n\nISED\n\n\n\nTech Access\n\n\n\nIPON\n\n\n\nLa Cité\, BioEnterprise\n\n\n\nPARO\n\n\n\n\nThis event is presented by PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise. \n\n\n\nRegister to attend online \n\n\n\n📆 Wednesday\, OCtober 9th🕑 11 Am – 12:30 PM📍 Online via Zoom
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/funding-rd-and-other-business-services-for-ontario-based-technology-companies/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Hackforge LUG: Lightning Show 'N Tell
DESCRIPTION:📍  Discord💻 Virtual Only \n\n\n\nHey Linux enthusiasts! Join us for a fun and interactive virtual show ‘n tell event where we’ll be sharing our favourite Linux tools and applications. This is a great opportunity to discover new tools\, share what you use daily\, and connect with fellow Linux users in our growing community! \n\n\n\n📅 Thursday\, June 13th \n\n\n\n⏲ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST) \n\n\n\n💻Virtual Event: Discord \n\n\n\nHow to Participate: \n\n\n\nJust need to show up to the event and be ready to present your favourite tool or application! If time permits\, everyone is welcome to present more than once. \n\n\n\nHow to Prepare: \n\n\n\nLive demos or slides are a great way to show off your tool’s capabilities but are not a requirement. You’re welcome to present your tool/wp-contentlication in any format you like as long as it’s under 5 minutes. \n\n\n\nWho Should Join: \n\n\n\n\nLinux users of all levels\n\n\n\nAnyone interested in discovering new tools and improving their workflow\n\n\n\nCommunity members eager to share and learn from each other\n\n\n\n\nDon’t Feel Like Presenting? \n\n\n\nNo problem! You’re more than welcome to attend and just enjoy the presentations. There’s no pressure to show off anything if you don’t want to. \n\n\n\nHope to see you all there!
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/hackforge-lug-lightning-show-n-tell/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social Event!
DESCRIPTION:📍   Discord💻 Virtual Only \n\n\n\nCome join us as we nerd out about Linux at this month’s Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social! \n\n\n\n📅 Friday\, May 3rd \n\n\n\n⏲ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST) \n\n\n\nVirtual Event: Discord \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n– Help with Problems: Bring your Linux-related queries and let our community experts assist you in finding solutions. \n\n\n\n– Current Events Discussion: Stay updated and engage in discussions about the latest happenings in the Linux world. \n\n\n\nThis virtual social event provides an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts\, learn\, and have fun! \n\n\n\nHope to see you all there!
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/hackforge-linux-user-group-virtual-social-event-2/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240422T200000
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SUMMARY:Walking Tour Walkthrough
DESCRIPTION:📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)💻 Virtual Only \n\n\n\nPytheas is an open source\, digital walking tour guide developed by Parallel 42 Systems in 2022. It has been used to create the McDougall Street Corridor and Queer Walk walking tours. \n\n\n\nOver the past three months\, Hackforge’s developer advocate intern Haley Tibbits has been working on improving the Pytheas codebase. Her goal was to make the system more user-friendly\, including cleaner packages and comprehensive documentation. And now Haley’s ready to show off her work! \n\n\n\nTune in to this virtual event on Monday\, April 22nd to get a step-by-step walkthrough of a Pytheas implementation. Learn more about the platform and how it can help you guide visitors on a food tour\, historic exploration\, or scavenger hunt. \n\n\n\nRegister now via Zoom to receive the call link. \n\n\n\nEvent Date: Monday\, April 22nd \n\n\n\nEvent Time: 6 – 8pm \n\n\n\nEvent Location: Zoom.
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/walking-tour-walkthrough/
LOCATION:Fogolar Furlan\, 1800 North Service Rd\, Windsor\, Ontario\, N8W 1Y3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240421T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260407T120229
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SUMMARY:Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social Event
DESCRIPTION:📍Hackforge HQ (300 Ouellette Ave\, Unit 210)💻 Virtual Only \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exciting evening of nerding out and exploring container features of systemd at this month’s Hackforge Linux User Group Virtual Social! \n\n\n\n📅 April 21st \n\n\n\n⏲ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST) \n\n\n\nVirtual Event: Discord \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n– Help with Problems: Bring your Linux-related queries and let our community experts assist you in finding solutions. \n\n\n\n– Current Events Discussion: Stay updated and engage in discussions about the latest happenings in the Linux world. \n\n\n\n– Bonus Activity: Explore the possibilities of running two Linux distributions on the same machine with systemd-nspawn. Get hands-on guidance and tips to experiment with this exciting feature! \n\n\n\nThis virtual social event provides an excellent opportunity to connect with fellow Linux enthusiasts\, learn\, and have fun!
URL:https://www.hackf.org/event/hackforge-linux-user-group-virtual-social-event/
LOCATION:Ontario
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