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Futureproof Festival 2026
BC + AI Ecosystem Association
At a glance
- Dates
- October 28–30, 2026
- Where
- Vancouver, Canada
- Format
- in-person
- Primary topic
- AI · also Data, Machine Learning, Data Science
- Tickets
- See the official site
- Call for papers
- No deadline on record — see the official site
- Organizer
- BC + AI Ecosystem Association
- Official link
- Checked on October 30, 2026
Official link last checked: October 30, 2026 · how we verify
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About
Futureproof Festival of AI is a Vancouver event presented by the BC + AI Ecosystem Association, with Internet Archive Canada as founding sponsor. It examines the cultural, ethical and practical implications of artificial intelligence, spanning research, creative practice, governance, data ownership and the role of human judgment. The festival is designed for professionals making consequential AI decisions, including business leaders, founders, researchers, educators, public servants and artists, and no coding background is required. The 2026 festival takes place from 28 to 30 October at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre in Vanier Park, opening with an evening event followed by two full programme days. Sessions are organised around six themes: community, creativity, ethics, resilience, education and empowerment. Its blend of technical discussion with creative performance distinguishes it from conventional machine learning conferences. Attendees can take in keynotes, featured conversations, talks with audience Q&A, a live creative AI set and other performances, wrapping up with a closing party. The format encourages dialogue across sectors that rarely share a stage. As an AI festival 2026 in Vancouver, Futureproof gives the regional AI community a space to think critically about how the technology should serve people and institutions.
FAQ — Futureproof Festival 2026
When and where does Futureproof Festival 2026 take place?+
Futureproof Festival 2026 takes place October 28–30, 2026 in Vancouver, Canada.
Is Futureproof Festival 2026 in-person or online?+
Futureproof Festival 2026 is an in-person event.
Who organizes Futureproof Festival 2026?+
Futureproof Festival 2026 is organized by BC + AI Ecosystem Association.
How do I register for Futureproof Festival 2026?+
Registration and tickets are handled on the official website, futureproof.website. conventions.io links only to the organizer's own domain, last checked October 30, 2026.
What topics does Futureproof Festival 2026 cover?+
Futureproof Festival 2026 covers AI, Data, Machine Learning, Data Science. Futureproof Festival of AI is a Vancouver event presented by the BC + AI Ecosystem Association, with Internet Archive Canada as founding sponsor.
How many days is Futureproof Festival 2026?+
Futureproof Festival 2026 runs for 3 days, October 28–30, 2026.
Is there a next edition after Futureproof Festival 2026?+
No later edition has been announced on the organizer's site yet. This page is kept as the archive of the 2026 edition.
Travel questions? See Good to know in the travel guide below.
Planning your trip to Vancouver
Contains sponsored linksLate October in Vancouver means rain, and the city wears it well: low cloud on the North Shore mountains, wet cedar in Stanley Park and temperatures around 8-12C. The festival's downtown setting puts the seawall, Gastown and Yaletown within walking distance, and the compact peninsula geography keeps evening venues close. Visitors consistently underestimate how quickly the city gives way to genuine wilderness.
Getting there & around
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) sits 15km south of downtown, connected by the Canada Line SkyTrain which reaches Waterfront station in about 26 minutes. SkyTrain, SeaBus and bus services all run on the Compass card system. Amtrak and VIA Rail arrive at Pacific Central Station east of downtown. Within the core, walking and the seawall cycle path cover most distances comfortably.
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Staying connected
Canadian mobile data is expensive on roaming plans and coverage in the mountains north of the city drops off quickly. An eSIM purchased before arrival is the cheapest way to stay connected across the trip. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
After the sessions
Stanley Park seawall. A ten-kilometre waterfront path circling a thousand-acre forested park at the edge of downtown, with views to the Lions Gate Bridge and the North Shore. Rent a bike near the entrance for the full loop, or walk the first section to Prospect Point. Two to three hours; waterproofs advised in October.
Granville Island Public Market. A converted industrial peninsula under the Granville Bridge, now holding a food market, artisan studios and small theatres. The tiny Aquabus ferries across False Creek are the enjoyable way to arrive. Go mid-morning before the market fills. Ninety minutes including lunch.
Grouse Mountain. A gondola from North Vancouver climbs to alpine terrain with views over the city and Burrard Inlet. Late October can bring first snow at the summit while the city stays green. Check visibility before committing, as low cloud negates the view. Half a day including the SeaBus crossing. Tickets on Go City →
Museum of Anthropology. On the UBC campus west of downtown, holding a major collection of Northwest Coast First Nations art including large-scale totem poles and Bill Reid's carvings. The building itself is a Arthur Erickson landmark. Roughly forty minutes from downtown by bus. Allow two hours.
Good to know
How do I get from YVR into downtown Vancouver?
The Canada Line SkyTrain runs directly from the airport to Waterfront station in about 26 minutes. Note that a surcharge applies to journeys starting at the airport.
How wet is Vancouver in late October?
Genuinely wet. Rain falls on the majority of days, usually as persistent drizzle rather than downpours. A proper waterproof jacket matters more than an umbrella given the wind off the water.
Do I need a car to attend?
No. Downtown Vancouver is walkable and SkyTrain plus buses reach the airport, the university and the North Shore. A car is only worth it for trips towards Whistler or the interior.
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