Join us for the 5th anniversary of Gowling WLG’s Tech Forum, our flagship event exploring the opportunities, challenges, and legal issues shaping Québec’s technology landscape.

On Thursday, September 10, we will highlight a timely and compelling theme: AI value creation, investments and governance in Canada.

Hear from Gowling WLG’s Technology Group lawyers and patent agents, alongside leading industry voices, as they share pragmatic insights on emerging technologies, federal and provincial legal frameworks, and what organizations should be preparing for next.

Register to secure your spot today!

We look forward to welcoming you!

Agenda

8:00

Registration, breakfast and networking

8:45

Opening remarks

8:50

Panel 1 - AI Adoption: Balancing Value Creation & Risk Management

9:45

Panel 2 - Investments and Mergers & Acquisitions in the AI Era

10:35

Networking break

11:00

Panel 3 - AI Governance in a Changing Environment: Strategic Priorities

12:10

Closing remarks

12:15

End of event

Here is an overview of the key topics that will be covered:

  • AI Adoption: Balancing Value Creation & Risk Management: The adoption of AI offers significant value creation potential, but requires an understanding of the key risks it raises. This panel will explore the legal, business, and operational considerations that enable organizations to innovate with confidence, with a particular emphasis on the intellectual property and privacy issues related to value creation.
  • Investments and Mergers & Acquisitions in the AI Era: In the age of AI, technology investments and M&A strategies are rapidly evolving. Using real-world examples, our panelists will discuss their decision-making process and key market trends.
  • AI Governance in a Changing Environment: Strategic Priorities: Boards of directors and executive leadership teams must adapt their AI strategy in a constantly evolving environment. This panel will address governance priorities, the geopolitical and regulatory landscape, as well as steps to be taken in order to confidently manage AI adoption while remaining competitive.

Guest Speakers

Justine Gauthier

Justine Gauthier

Vice-President, Legal & General Counsel
LawZero

Mathieu Provost, CFA

Mathieu Provost, CFA

Managing Director, Venture Capital and Technology
La Caisse

Mario Rivero Hughet

Mario Rivero Huguet

Head of UK Science and Technology Network, National AI Lead
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Kate Whitelaw

Kate Whitelaw

Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Managing Director
Bell Ventures