MAAIP — Manitoba Association of AI Professionals

Manitoba Association of AI Professionals

MAAIP supports Manitoba’s AI community, collaborates with industry, liaises with government, and promotes AI innovation, education, and the defense of Open Source AI in the region.

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Making Manitoba an AI Hub

By fostering a vibrant community of AI professionals, encouraging innovation, collaboration, and education, we aim to establish Manitoba as a leading hub for AI development and application.

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Government Advocacy

MAAIP engages with government bodies to advocate for: safe AI adoption, support for AI Professionals, policies that encourage AI innovation, and the strong defense of open source AI.

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Resources for Professionals

We equip our members with essential AI resources, including cutting-edge tools, networking opportunities, educational materials and expert guidance to advance AI knowledge and professional growth.

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MAAIP is dedicated to establishing Manitoba as an AI powerhouse by empowering professionals through education, resources, and collaboration while advocating for ethical AI practices and fostering strong industry-government partnerships for sustainable AI growth and innovation.

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AI Events in Manitoba

Upcoming conferences, workshops, and meetups across the province. Dates and details may change—confirm on the organizer’s site before you register.

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AI Incubator Eventbrite
Webinar: Artificial Intelligence on Our Terms: Navigating the Opportunities and Risks of AI The Accessibility for Manitobans Act
Manitoba Digital Agriculture Symposium 2026 University of Manitoba
The Missing Link: Behavioural Science Meets AI pmimanitoba.org
AI + Creativity + Ethics (ACE) Winnipeg New Media Manitoba
AI for Nonprofits: A Manitoba AI Pathways Workshop Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce
AI Summit 2026 Winnipeg Eventbrite
June Lunch & Learn: “Build Your First AI Agent in 60 Minutes” pmimanitoba.org
AI Adoption and Practical Enablement Program Manitoba Chambers of Commerce
Leadership in AI: Innovation, Strategy, and Ethics University of Manitoba
International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity (ICAIC 2026) ICAIC CONFERENCES
AI Innovation in Manitoba: A Manitoba AI Pathways Workshop Manitoba Chambers of Commerce
Generative AI: copyright ownership and responsibilities Events Calendar
AI Summit – AI as a tool, not a strategy Bioscience Association Manitoba
International Conference on AI and Machine Learning for Big Data Analytics (ICAML) International Conference Alerts
International Conference on AI and Robotics Software Lifecycle Management (ICAIRSLM-26) Research Leagues
Prairie Dev Con Winnipeg 2026 prairiedevcon.com
Prairie AI Summit 2026 AccelR8
2026 MB AI Innovation Showcase

2026 MB AI Innovation Showcase

Wed, Feb 25th, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

The MB AI Innovation Showcase celebrated the latest advancements in artificial intelligence. This interactive event brought together innovators, professionals, students, and AI enthusiasts to explore cutting-edge projects through live demos, hands-on activities, and networking opportunities.

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Membership Benefits

AI Conferences

Stay up to date with AI Conferences across the globe and get discounts on tickets.

AI Research

Get access to the latest AI research with summaries and insights

Free AI Tools

Get free credits for AI services from Microsoft, Google, and Amazon. As well as discounts for tools such as ChatGPT Premium, Midjourney, and Obviously.ai

AI Advocacy

Get involved with MAAIP's AI advocacy actions. Be part of government and industry discussion panels and participate in lobbying efforts. Have your voice amplified by MAAIP and be seen as a thought leader in AI.

Career Assistance

Get access and insights to exciting AI jobs in Manitoba and connect with businesses at networking events.

For the current year, membership is free for all Manitoba AI professionals who wish to join.

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Board of Directors

  • Roy McLaughlin

    Founder & Board Chair

    SVP AI Strategy, IntouchCX

    Roy is the Founder and Board Chair of MAAIP and SVP of AI Strategy at IntouchCX, driving innovation in AI-powered customer experiences.

  • Nick Hurrie

    Founding Board Member

    Sr. Director of Machine Learning & AI

    Nick co-founded MAAIP and leads ML/AI strategy, building scalable, data-driven solutions across industries.

  • Josefina Bilotta

    Founding Board Member

    Sr. AI & Nonprofit Consultant

    Josefina brings deep expertise in AI implementation and nonprofit strategy, advising on tech-driven social impact.

  • Loretta Kulchycki

    Founding Board Member

    AI & Business Modernization Executive

    Loretta has successfully led enterprise-wide AI and business modernization initiatives that generated meaningful business value.

  • Casey Wahl

    Founding Board Member

    Lead Product Manager, Proscia

    Casey guides AI product vision at Proscia, specializing in medical imaging analytics and user-centric design.

  • Gaetan Ruest

    Founding Board Member

    AI & Data Executive

    Gaetan has led data and AI initiatives at global enterprises, leveraging analytics to drive business value.

  • Gisela Sanchez

    Founding Board Member

    Sr. Data Analytics & Product Analyst, Skip

    Gisela drives product insights at Skip through advanced analytics, turning data into actionable strategy.