Location: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver, BC
Dates: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM PST
Website: Registration Link
Overview:
The Vancouver AI Community Meetup on February 25th, 2026, is set to bring together individuals from various fields to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, creativity, and human potential. Taking place from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM PDT at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre in Vancouver, BC, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage with cutting-edge ideas and technologies that are shaping the future of AI.
This gathering is not just another tech meetup—it’s a chance to explore the ethical dilemmas of AI, discuss its impact on human creativity, and consider how AI can amplify rather than replace human potential. Hosted by Kris Krüg, along with AI researchers, artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators, the event will focus on how AI can transform our world while preserving the essence of human ingenuity.
Mind, AI, and Consciousness
This month is hosted by MAC our Mind, AI, and Consciousness crew. They’re the people in the BC + AI ecosystem philosophy special interest group where people have been grappling with questions that don’t have clean answers.
Does consciousness require embodiment?
When does pattern recognition become understanding?
Can synesthesia teach us something fundamental about how minds work?
What happens when you remove the emotional binding between visual recognition and feeling?
For months, MAC has been meeting at SFU downtown for “Deep Dive” sessions tackling the intersection of artificial intelligence and consciousness through rigorous philosophical inquiry.
February 25 is their showcase: highlights from recent sessions on embodiment, quantum consciousness, synesthesia as consciousness litmus tests, and whether LLMs are mirrors reflecting human knowledge or something closer to minds.
Come ready for depth. Come ready to have assumptions challenged. The philosophy crew gets the spotlight.
Key Dates:
Get your tickets here:
- Earlyworm (CA$40.00) – Limited spots. Available until Feb 11, 9:59pm.
- Standard (CA$60.00) – Full access to all talks, demos, and networking. Limited space.
Event Highlights:
- Cutting-edge talks on AI and its future
- Interactive demos showcasing the latest AI tools
- Networking opportunities with leading thinkers in AI and tech
- Cosmic-themed refreshments to fuel your creativity
- Philosophical discussions on consciousness, creativity, and ethics
Expect raw, unfiltered insights and hands-on experiences that will expand your understanding of AI and spark new ideas for using technology to amplify human potential.
Why Attend:
- Engage with the bleeding edge of AI technology
- Be part of a community that’s shaping the future of Vancouver’s tech landscape
- Dive into deep philosophical discussions about the role of AI in society
- Network with fellow creators, innovators, and thought leaders
- Get exclusive access to upcoming workshops and events
