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2025-05-28T18:00:00.0000000

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Product Evenings VAN: Architecting the AI Future

Join us in Vancouver for an inside look at how Telus is designing AI systems that scale with integrity - empowering teams, honoring ethics, and building for a uniquely Canadian future.

BrainStation Vancouver
Wed, May 28, 2025
2025-05-29T01:00:00.0000000Z – 2025-05-29T02:30:00.0000000Z

455 Granville St, Vancouver, BC How to get here
$25

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Steve Tannock

VP of Engineering

Steve Tannock

VP of Engineering

Join Steve Tannock, VP of Engineering at Telus, as he unpacks how scalable design, ethical frameworks, and cultural context are shaping the next era of AI development. From empowering junior devs to driving national innovation, discover how Telus is building AI systems that are responsible, future-ready, and uniquely Canadian.

Steve Tannock

VP of Engineering

Steve Tannock leads AI and engineering strategy at Telus Digital, where he's helping reshape how large organizations use AI ethically, inclusively, and at scale. With a strong belief in democratizing innovation, Steve is focused on building architectures and tools that empower teams to solve real problems while designing for trust, autonomy, and impact.

01
AI Architectures for Intern Teams and Beyond

AI is not just for advanced labs or senior engineers. Steve will share how Telus creates environments where even early career developers can contribute meaningfully to AI initiatives, thanks to modular architectures, scalable patterns, and a culture of mentorship and experimentation.
02
Ethical Design, Practical Impact

Ethical AI shouldn’t live in a policy document, it should live in the code. Drawing from real-world examples, Steve breaks down how ethical decision-making becomes part of the development process, and how teams can bake responsibility into tooling, testing, and iteration.
03
Building for Canada, Building for the Future

What does “sovereign AI” actually mean in practice? Steve will explore the cultural and contextual nuances of building AI systems that reflect Canadian values, empower users, and foster long-term trust, while keeping innovation at the core.

Details of the Evening

What's Included

Gourmet Light Refreshments – Enjoy a curated selection of artisanal bites and small plates, perfect for connecting with colleagues.
Settle in for easy conversation and good company in a warm, welcoming space. With a thoughtful selection of beer and wine on hand, it’s the perfect backdrop for winding down or catching up.

Have dietary restrictions?

To ensure we can accommodate your dietary needs, please inform us at least 48 hours before the workshop start date.

How to Get Here

BrainStation Vancouver

455 Granville St #400, Vancouver, BC

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Finding Your Way

Steps away from the Waterfront Station’s Granville St entrance. Our event space is on the ground floor.
Ride Sharing and Taxi Drop-off

Visitors being dropped off by a ride sharing service or taxi should enter the Starbucks across the street at 700 W Pender St as only city buses are allowed on Granville St in front of the campus.
Once You're Inside

Our staff will be there to greet you at reception.