Exploring the digital frontier
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Residents
are invited to learn about Vaughan’s smart city initiatives
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Vaughan is in the midst of a historic transformation.
As the City continues to move forward, it is important to empower the community
to think about the future. Working to become a smart city is a chance to
encourage civic engagement, accelerate economic growth and generate
efficiencies.
Vaughan is realizing its vision for a
smart city with a focus on prosperity, inclusivity and resiliency to ensure long-term economic vitality. It
is adopting and applying new technologies consistent with priorities defined by
citizen collaboration.
Ongoing community
engagement is vital to the City’s success. Join Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and
Members of Council at the smARTcities SALON taking place on Thursday, March 22,
from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room at Vaughan City Hall. The
evening will feature a panel discussion and exchange of ideas about art,
innovation and city-building. Notable panelists include Oren Berkovich (CEO of
SingularityU Canada Summit), Lilian Radovac (University of Toronto Professor,
Urbanist and Cultural Historian) and City of Vaughan Chief Information Officer
Frank Di Palma.
Residents and visitors can also view the smARTcities: exploring the digital frontier art exhibition in the atrium of Vaughan City Hall and enjoy an artist tour after the SALON discussion. All featured works were created by celebrated digital artist Ron Wild and will be on display until July 6, 2018. This demonstration is part of Vaughan’s ongoing work to use technology, innovation and digital solutions to become a smart city and elevate the quality of life for all citizens.
Residents and visitors can also view the smARTcities: exploring the digital frontier art exhibition in the atrium of Vaughan City Hall and enjoy an artist tour after the SALON discussion. All featured works were created by celebrated digital artist Ron Wild and will be on display until July 6, 2018. This demonstration is part of Vaughan’s ongoing work to use technology, innovation and digital solutions to become a smart city and elevate the quality of life for all citizens.
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“Vaughan is a leader in championing smart
city technologies and initiatives. It is events like the smARTcities SALON that
encourage thought leadership and bring about new ideas through the lens of
visual art. Bridging the gap between art and science helps us create a place
where people can live happy, healthy and fulfilling lives. It is important that
we continue to foster public engagement to shape Vaughan’s bright future.”
-Mayor
Maurizio Bevilacqua
QUICK FACTS
- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua established a Smart City Advisory Task Force to advance a culture of knowledge and pursue continuous improvement.
- The City of Vaughan is participating in the Government of Canada’s Smart Cities Challenge. It calls on communities to use a smart cities approach to form new partnerships to address local issues their residents face.
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