2026 TORONTO ROBOTICS CONFERENCE
21-22 July 2026
University of Toronto Mississauga
Registration opens May 2026
Powering connections across the GTA's AI-robotics research ecosystem
Join the University of Toronto's expert network for a two-day, multi-track showcase of the latest AI-robotics research
WHAT TO EXPECT
Hear from leading AI-robotics experts
Gain insight from the researchers leading breakthroughs in robotics — from autonomous driving and surgical robots to mobile manipulation, soft robotics and computer vision.
Experience demos of the latest tech
Explore indoor and outdoor demos of AI-robotics research from labs and student teams across the university.
Discover the next big idea
Graduate students and postdocs will pitch innovative, concept-stage robotics ideas in the Two Small Fish Pitch Competition. More details coming soon!
Network with experts, trainees and partners
Connect with U of T's robotics research and talent network to learn about partnerships opportunities or recruit talent.
TWO SMALL FISH PITCH COMPETITION
Thinking about translating your robotics research into a start-up ready concept, or have an idea for an AI‑robotics solution that could tackle a global challenge?
The Two Small Fish Pitch Competition is your chance to transform a concept-stage idea into a compelling pitch, connect with industry mentors and gain visibility within the University of Toronto’s innovation ecosystem.
No start-up. No prototype. Just an idea.
Pitch competition sponsors
SPONSORS
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Whether you would like to connect with top Robotics Institute graduate students, showcase your latest technology, demonstrate your thought leadership or promote your brand, there's a sponsorship package for you. Sponsorship can include:
SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIES
EXHIBIT SPACE
BRAND RECOGNITION
Are you a micro-, small-, or mid-sized Canadian robotics start-up? Ask us about our SME and custom sponsorship packages
ORGANIZERS
PROGRAM CO-CHAIRS - Professor Lueder Kahrs, Professor Steven Waslander
COMMUNICATIONS - Amanda Hacio
PARTNERSHIPS - Tongjia Zheng
OPERATIONS - Tongjia Zheng, Jessica K. Bailey, Amanda Hacio