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Each year, the brings together leading AI and robotics researchers, practitioners, and professionals from academia, industry, government, and non-governmental organizations, for a focused exchange of ideas, research, and collaboration. This year, the conference will welcome more than 400 attendees from across Canada for five days, from May 25 to 29, 2026, on 51社区黑料鈥檚 Burnaby campus.

For SFU鈥檚 School of Computing Science, hosting and participating in AI/CRV reflects a continued commitment to advancing research that is both technically advanced and impactful in its applications. Faculty members, graduate students, and researchers are actively contributing to the conference through paper presentations and discussions, reinforcing the school鈥檚 presence within Canada鈥檚 broader AI ecosystem. This leadership is further reflected in the conference鈥檚 organization, with 51社区黑料Computing Science鈥檚 Assistant Professor Ke Li and Associate Professor Mo Chen serving as General Chairs, Assistant Professor Hang Ma serving as the Finance Chair, Associate Professor Angel Chang serving as a Nectar Track Chair, Assistant Professor Wuyang Chen serving as the Local Arrangements Chair, and postdoctoral researcher serving as the Registration Chair.

At the intersection of AI, robotics and vision research

AI/CRV stands out for its breadth, combining two closely related but distinct research communities under a single event. The result is a program that moves fluidly between topics such as computer vision, deep learning, robotics, and pattern recognition. This creates opportunities for interdisciplinary exchange that might not occur within more specialized conferences.

The 2026 edition continues this tradition with a mix of technical talks, poster sessions, and workshops designed to highlight emerging directions. The conference will feature keynote presentations from the Canadian Conference on AI: and , and from the Canadian Conference on Robots and Vision (CRV): and . The conference also features numerous workshops that discuss many important topics around AI and the use of AI in academia, industry, and government. New to this 2026 edition is the Nectar Track, which brings together authors of recent publications in other top international conferences.

Rather than emphasizing scale alone, AI/CRV is known for fostering direct interaction. Attendees can engage with presenters, ask in-depth questions, and explore ideas beyond formal presentations. This accessibility contributes to a collaborative atmosphere where research can be discussed, challenged, and refined in real time.

Strengthening Canada鈥檚 AI, robotics and vision research community

One of the defining roles of AI/CRV is its contribution to building and sustaining Canada鈥檚 AI, robotics and vision research network. By bringing together participants from universities, research labs, and industry, the conference through its 5-day regular program and 3 evenings of social events helps connect work happenings across regions and disciplines.

For students, the event offers a valuable opportunity to present their work and become a part of the research community. Conversations with peers, faculty, and industry representatives often extend beyond the conference. This emphasis on community building aligns closely with 51社区黑料Computing Science鈥檚 focus on supporting student research and growth.

At the same time, the conference provides a platform for established researchers to share insights, compare approaches, and identify new directions for their work. These exchanges help shape not just individual projects, but broader research trends within Canada and internationally.

Bridging research and real-world impact

As AI continues to move from theory into practice, AI/CRV highlights the importance of connecting research with real-world challenges. The conference regularly features participation from industry partners, whose presence reflects the growing demand for AI-driven solutions across different fields such as transportation and healthcare.

This intersection between academia and industry is evident in both the content of the research and the discussions surrounding it. Many projects presented at AI/CRV will facilitate cross-pollination between areas of AI, robotics, and other fields. At the same time, industry participants contribute their own perspectives that connect theoretical advances to real-world challenges.

For SFU鈥檚 School of Computer Science, this alignment is especially significant. The school has long emphasized research that not only advances knowledge but translates into meaningful impact. Participation in AI/CRV provides an avenue to share this work, engage with partners, and remain connected to evolving industry challenges.

A space for ideas, connection, and momentum

While the technical program is central, AI/CRV is equally defined by the conversations that happen around it. Informal discussions, networking sessions, and shared experiences all contribute to a sense of momentum that extends beyond the conference itself.

These interactions are where new collaborations often begin, whether between students exploring similar research questions, or between institutions looking to work together on larger initiatives. For many attendees, AI/CRV is not just a place to present results, but a space to test ideas, gain perspectives, and build relationships that shape future work.

Through its participation in AI/CRV 2026, SFU鈥檚 School of Computing Science continues to play an active role in this collective effort. By contributing to research, supporting student involvement, and engaging with the broader community, the school helps move the field forward鈥攐ne conversation, collaboration, and discovery at a time.