Centre for Applied AI (formerly known as the Centre for Mobile Innovation)
The Centre for Applied AI (CAAI) is at the forefront of research in the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI) across industries including health care, telecommunications, finance, education, cybersecurity, entertainment and retail. CAAI sparks impact and advances real-world solutions by bringing together industry and community partners, researchers, students and change-makers to harness the transformative power of AI through collaborative research and industry partnerships.
We’re an integral part of Generator at Sheridan, where people with diverse perspectives work together across disciplines and sectors to spark ideas and advance solutions that really matter.
At CAAI, we work closely with industry, community and academic partners to provide an innovative approach that is relevant to current challenges and future opportunities.
Collaborate with a leader that harnesses the power of AI and develops real-world solutions in response to partner needs.
Contact the Centre for Applied AI
For more information, please contact caai@sheridancollege.ca
Highlights
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Smart Data for the Holiday Season
Discover how Sheridan’s Centre for Applied AI (CAAI) is helping reshape retail strategy through innovative, data‑driven research. This feature highlights CAAI’s collaborative work with industry partner Encore Market Engagement to understand emerging consumer behaviours and drive smarter, more agile retail decision‑making.
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Leading the way in secure, ethical and applied AI research
Featured in Research Infosource, Sheridan’s Centre for Applied AI (CAAI) is celebrated for advancing trustworthy, industry‑ready AI. CAAI bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and the real-world needs of industry, community organizations, and government partners, fostering ethical innovation, cybersecurity, and real‑world impact. From neonatal care tools to market‑trend prediction, CAAI continues to redefine what applied AI can do.
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Generator at Sheridan Annual Showcase
October 25, 2023
Selected projects from the Centre for Applied AI (formerly known as the Centre for Mobile Innovation) were shared during the Generator at Sheridan Annual Showcase, which took place at the Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga.
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Central University of Technology South African delegation visits Sheridan
April 28, 2023
As part of a tour of Sheridan’s Trafalgar Road Campus (Oakville), 40+ South African delegates visited the Centre for Applied AI (formerly known as the Centre for Mobile Innovation) to learn about the research being conducted at the centre.
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President of NSERC visits Sheridan’s Centre for Applied AI (formerly known as the Centre for Mobile Innovation)
April 28, 2023
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) President Dr. Alejendro Adem visited the Centre for Applied AI (formerly known as the Centre for Mobile Innovation) at Sheridan's Trafalgar Road Campus in Oakville. The visit was part of an announcement that Sheridan is among 10 postsecondary institutions being recognized through its Dimensions program, which is aimed at advancing equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in research environments.
Projects
Learn about the Centre for Applied AI’s (formerly known as the Centre for Mobile Innovation) current and recently completed projects.
Partnerships
Learn about opportunities for collaborative research partnerships with the Centre for Applied AI (formerly known as the Centre for Mobile Innovation).