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TEDxLakeheadU is returning to Thunder Bay to bridge the gap between our local community and the global frontier of ideas. This isn’t just a series of talks; it is a meticulously curated experience designed to empower students, alumni, and residents to see themselves as part of a world-class intellectual movement. We are bringing international perspectives directly to our doorstep, proving that groundbreaking innovation doesn’t just happen in tech hubs—it starts right here.
Event Logistics
When: May 23, 2026
Where: Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, Ontario.
The Experience: 7 Global TEDx Talks, 2 Hands-on Workshops, 1 Expert Panel Discussion, and an exclusive Networking Session to connect one-on-one with the visionaries.
Visit our website : https://www.tedxlakeheadu.ca/
Book your tickets at : https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/tedx-lakeheadu-2026-growth
The Visionary Lineup
Arron Lin (Toronto, ON): A VP of Innovation at RBCx who works at the intersection of finance and human behavior.
Talk: The Myth of the Frictionless Experience
James McCormack(Thunder Bay, ON): A Thunder Bay-born CEO and applied AI practitioner focused on healthcare transformation.
Talk: From Assistant to Agent: The Human Cost of AI in Healthcare
Bean Gill(Calgary, AB): A fearless advocate and co-founder of ReYu Paralysis Recovery Centre challenging the stigma of disability.
Talk: The Myth of Permanence: Harnessing Neuroplasticity to Rewire the Impossible
Ava Penney(Thunder Bay, ON): A student author and researcher investigating how digital patterns cause “Social Erosion.”
Talk: Social Erosion: The Weathering of the Human Identity
Dr. Chitra Anand(Toronto, ON): A transformation strategist, author, and advisor specializing in systems thinking and intrapreneurship.
Talk: The Mechanics of Intrapreneurship
Stephen Ritz(South Bronx, NY): An award-winning educator and founder of Green Bronx Machine who pioneered the edible classroom.
Talk: Urban Agriculture as a Public Health Tool
Brian Lenahan(Hamilton, ON): The Founder and Chair of the Quantum Strategy Institute and a prominent strategist in emerging tech.
Talk: When One Door Closes: The Transition from AI to Quantum
Why It Matters
Our mission is to foster radical collaboration. By bringing together world-class experts we are providing Thunder Bay community with the tools, networks, and inspiration to lead. This event is the spark for local initiatives that will grow into global solutions.
Details
Venue
Thunder Bay, Canada + Google Map