What we’re about
Welcome to Vancouver's leading Data & AI community!
Vancouver is emerging as a global powerhouse in artificial intelligence and data innovation, with world-class research institutions, cutting-edge startups, and forward-thinking enterprises driving breakthrough AI solutions. As Canada's AI capital continues to flourish—from Vector Institute partnerships to enterprise AI transformations—the demand for collaborative expertise in data and artificial intelligence continues to accelerate throughout British Columbia and beyond.
Headquartered right here in Vancouver, Celestial Systems brings over 20 years of proven data and AI transformation leadership to our local community of business leaders, data professionals, AI researchers, and technology innovators. As an ISO 27001 certified partner with our home base in Vancouver and worldwide offices, we're passionate about empowering local professionals to unlock transformative AI opportunities that drive sustainable business growth in the Canadian market.
This community focuses on practical AI implementation—moving beyond research concepts to real-world applications that deliver measurable business impact for Vancouver enterprises and organizations. Whether you're building generative AI solutions, implementing intelligent automation, or designing AI-powered customer experiences for Canadian businesses, our sessions provide hands-on learning with cutting-edge technologies and locally-relevant AI use cases.
What We Offer:
- Local AI expertise from Celestial's Vancouver-based engineering team and regional technology partners including Microsoft
- Interactive workshops featuring live AI demonstrations with real datasets from Pacific Northwest industries
- Industry insights into how Vancouver companies leverage AI across sectors—from clean technology and gaming to healthcare and finance
- Research connections bridging academic AI research from UBC, SFU, and industry applications
- Regional focus addressing unique AI opportunities and regulatory considerations in the Canadian landscape
Our Vancouver AI Goals:
- Build collaborative partnerships with local AI teams, Vancouver enterprises, and BC innovation organizations
- Promote enterprise-grade AI solutions and responsible AI practices tailored for Canadian businesses
- Host practical workshops that translate cutting-edge AI research into competitive business advantages
- Share knowledge of emerging AI trends with focus on Vancouver's key industry applications
- Strengthen Vancouver's position as Canada's premier AI innovation hub and global AI leader
Who Should Join:
- AI Engineers & Data Scientists building production AI systems for Vancouver-based enterprises
- ML Researchers & Graduate Students from UBC, SFU, and local AI research institutions
- Business Leaders & Innovation Teams from BC companies implementing AI-driven digital transformation
- Startup Founders & Product Managers leveraging AI for growth in Canadian and international markets
- Technical Architects & Developers interested in AI integration and intelligent application development
Get Involved:
- Interested in sharing your Vancouver AI success story or research breakthrough? Contact us about local speaking opportunities
- Have an AI challenge specific to Canadian regulations or market needs? Suggest topics for our hands-on workshops
- Looking to volunteer or build local AI partnerships? We'd love to connect with Vancouver's AI talent community
- Interested in hosting or sponsoring AI events in Vancouver? Let's discuss collaboration opportunities
- Building innovative AI solutions for Canadian or global markets? Join our local AI innovation showcase
Featured Focus Areas:
- Generative AI applications for Vancouver's creative industries (film, gaming, media)
- AI-Powered Automation for resource management, logistics, and clean technology
- Microsoft Azure AI and cloud-native AI platforms with Canadian data residency
- Computer Vision AI for forestry monitoring, urban planning, and environmental sustainability
- Natural Language Processing with multilingual Canadian content and regulatory compliance
- Responsible AI practices aligned with Canadian privacy laws and ethical AI frameworks
- AI for Good initiatives addressing Vancouver's social and environmental challenges
Join us to discover how Vancouver enterprises and research institutions leverage artificial intelligence to unlock new opportunities, enhance decision-making capabilities, and maintain competitive advantages in both Canadian and global markets. From strategic AI insights sessions to hands-on technical labs, we welcome both seasoned AI practitioners and curious innovators passionate about Vancouver's role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
Celestial Systems: Proudly headquartered in Vancouver, your trusted local partner for AI-powered digital transformation, combining deep technical expertise with proven success across Canadian enterprises and international markets.
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See all- Network event6 attendees from 14 groups hosting(ONLINE WEBINAR) Accelerating AI Readiness in Financial ServicesLink visible for attendees
Accelerating AI Readiness in Financial Services: From Data Foundations to Real-World Impact
Join Celestial Systems for a 30-minute live session designed for financial services leaders looking to operationalize AI initiatives with speed, scale, and success. Discover how to build strong data foundations and move from AI planning to production with confidence.
In this session, Jordan Nelson, Senior AI and Software Architect at Celestial Systems, will walk through practical approaches to preparing financial services data systems for scalable AI success. You’ll learn how to modernize your stack, improve data quality, and accelerate transformation with tools like Microsoft Fabric and Dataiku.
We will cover:
- How to plan and execute smooth data migrations that fit your current infrastructure.
- Why modern data warehousing improves data quality, accessibility, and your ability to generate insights.
- How tools like Microsoft Fabric and Dataiku support flexible experimentation, faster data transformation, and clearer reporting.
- Live demos showcasing production-ready pipelines and AI-enabled apps—built on Microsoft Fabric and Dataiku—so you can see the real-world potential of your own data modernization journey.
Why Attend?
Whether you’re just beginning to explore AI or already piloting solutions, this session will equip you with frameworks, tools, and ideas to turn fragmented data into business intelligence—faster and with less friction.Celestial: Empowering Enterprises Since 2001
Based in Vancouver, Canada with worldwide offices and a fully in-house engineering team, we combine a heritage of industry leadership in application engineering with deep expertise in data and AI solutions. At Celestial, we’re passionate about empowering enterprises to leverage the power of AI to unlock new opportunities, minimize risk, and sharpen their competitive edge.
