Driving Innovation – Automotive Industry Networking and Mobility Technology DZ Showcase

Join us for an exciting showcase of cutting-edge mobility technology and automotive innovation at Driving Innovation – Automotive Industry Networking and Mobility Technology DZ Showcase! This event will highlight OVIN Demonstration Zone (DZ) projects and Project Arrow, connecting trailblazers from start-ups to industry leaders who are shaping Ontario's automotive future.

Vaughan, Ontario

Registration

Why Attend?

York Region is the proud home of Canada’s largest independent automotive parts and electronics manufacturing cluster, which powers Ontario’s and North America’s automotive supply chains. From local start-ups to established multinationals, companies here drive forward-thinking automotive and mobility solutions.

This event offers a unique opportunity to network, foster partnerships, and break down barriers in Ontario’s mobility ecosystem, enhancing collaboration between Ontario’s automotive start-ups and leading enterprises.

REGISTER TODAY!

Event Highlights:

• Remarks expected by Minister Vic Fedeli, Mayor Steven Del Duca, Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Raed Kadri, Flavio Volpe, , and more!
• Networking opportunity with industry leaders in automotive and mobility technology
• Experience the latest technologies showcased under the OVIN Demonstration Zone and Project Arrow

• Enjoy refreshments from food trucks! 

   

About the OVIN Demonstration Zone

Fueled by a $2.5 million investment from the Ontario government, the OVIN Demonstration Zone provides small-and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with real-world test beds in Vaughan and Markham. This initiative accelerates the adoption of transformative automotive and smart mobility technologies, driving innovation and shaping the future of transportation.

Technology showcase includes:

• Shared, Micro and Accessible Mobility Solutions: Scooty Mobility Inc, RideAlike Inc, Hopin Technologies Inc, Tappy Technology LLC are testing innovative approaches to multi-modal mobility to promote efficiency, affordability, and sustainability.
• Maintenance & Delivery Robots: Kevares Autonomous Services and Real Life Robotics are leveraging smart sensor technologies and Artificial Intelligence to improve anomaly identification for sidewalk and cycle lane maintenance and showcasing ground robots, equipped with GPS and AI-supported machine learning for navigation and payment capabilities, to enable autonomous last-mile deliveries of goods and services.
• Traffic Safety Solutions: Msafe Solutions Inc and NoTraffic Inc are enhancing safety on roadways by utilizing innovative data collection, analyzing traffic flow and enhancing safety, laying the foundation for a smarter, more connected city.
• Sustainable Charging Solutions: Kiwi Charge & REPWR are showcasing cutting-edge portable charging solutions to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable transportation.
• Parking Detection Solutions: Municipal Parking Services Inc and Loop Parking Technologies Inc are showcasing advanced technologies with camera vision, real-time analytics, and AI to optimize parking enforcements, reduce congestion, and gather data on traffic and parking behaviour.

• Road Patrol Solution: IRIS R&D is using computer vision and AI to automate road pavement and asset inspection, data collection, reporting and work order generation. 

   

About the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)

OVIN is an initiative of the Government of Ontario, led by the Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI), designed to reinforce Ontario’s position as a North American leader in advanced automotive technology and smart mobility solutions such as connected vehicles, autonomous vehicles, and electric and low-carbon vehicle technologies. Through resources such as research and development (R&D) support, talent and skills development, technology acceleration, business and technical supports, and demonstration grounds, OVIN provides a competitive advantage to Ontario-made automotive and mobility technology companies.

About APMA

The Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association (APMA) is Canada’s national association representing OEM producers of parts, equipment, tools, supplies, advanced technology, and services for the worldwide automotive industry. Founded in 1952, its members account for 90% of independent parts production in Canada.

The APMA launched the first, original, full-build zero-emission concept vehicle named Project Arrow. An all-Canadian effort, it was designed, engineered and built through the joint efforts of Canada's world-class automotive supply sector and post-secondary institutions.

Thank you to our partners! 

This event is presented by the City of Vaughan, City of Markham, and the Government of Ontario through OVIN, in partnership with York Region, APMA, and Assembly Park.

For more information, contact info@ovindz.ca.