Name: Breakout Session: Data powering AI powering Data – an impact on Canadian productivity
Start: 2025-05-29T11:30:00-0400
End: 2025-05-29T12:30:00-0400

The Rise of the Makers: Orchestrating Value At Scale

Thursday May 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT

TBA

The presentation will feature a dynamic panel discussion showcasing examples from industry and government, on how data serves as the driving force behind AI’s ability to solve complex challenges and achieve unprecedented productivity. Highlights will include projects where AI has or will drive innovation and operational excellence advancing Canada’s infrastructures management and industries productivity. This session will also explore how these emerging technology projects are challenging traditional CIO functions, as data analytics are driven by Chief Data Officers. Where should AI leadership by driven from? This session will foster knowledge sharing to inspire progress and elevate national competitiveness.

Moderated by Lucie Loignon.

Speakers

Lucie Loignon (CIOCAN Board) – Moderator

CIOCAN Ottawa Chapter President

Ms. Loignon is the President of the CIO Association of Canada – Ottawa Chapter. She possesses over 30 years of diverse experience in both private and public sectors, holding various information technology roles and contributing expertise across multiple departments. During her tenure... Read More →

Ross Ballendine (CIOCAN Board) – Panelist

VP Information Technology, Trimac Transportation

Ross began his career in Finance leadership roles before moving into the IT domain. As a CPA, Ross has a high degree of understanding and empathy for the users of technology solutions. He believes that technology should be delivered pragmatically and as a direct enabler of strategic... Read More →

Shawn Hibbard – Panelist

Director General, Major Bridges & Projects, Housing Infrastructure Communities Canada

Shawn is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in developing and executing strategies to successfully deliver high-profile infrastructure projects. Currently, Shawn leads a team of over 60 professionals dedicated to managing and supporting the delivery of major infrastructure... Read More →

Thursday May 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm EDT
TBA 525 Legget Dr, Kanata, ON K2K 3G4

Breakout Session

CIO Peer Forum® 2025

Lucie Loignon (CIOCAN Board) – Moderator

Ross Ballendine (CIOCAN Board) – Panelist

Shawn Hibbard – Panelist

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