Edmonton, Alberta
SilverTech Summit - Build with Us, Not for Us
Build with Us, Not for Us
Thank You!
To everyone who joined us at SilverTech Summit 2026, attendees, speakers, volunteers, sponsors and exhibitors, thank you for building with us.
What happens at the summit doesn't stay at the summit.
Our first panel, “The Real Experts,” brought the lived experiences of older adults into the spotlight. Tracy Rand, Gladys Loong and Susan Janzen, guided by facilitator Folakemi “Kemi” Ojo, discussed everyday frustrations with technology, the joy of travel and what makes housing age-friendly and accessible. From navigating online bookings to exploring AI-assisted trip planning, the conversation highlighted how better design could support independence and confidence.
Build with us, not for us.
Pitch Room Winner
Arushi Tandon, CareChair
Arushi won the Pitch Room and the $1,000 prize. Watch her pitch in the video below.
Prototype Lab Winner
Blue Raven
Congratulations to Blue Raven, winner of the 2026 Prototype Lab! As our winner, they have earned an exhibitor table at SilverTech Summit 3.0.
The Dementia Collective
On the Air
A bonus episode of The Dementia Collective, recorded at the SilverTech Summit. Host Andrew Karesa sits down with seniors, innovators, caregivers, researchers, and nonprofit leaders to capture the real stories behind the technology. Listen in as guests share what aging well means to them.
Andrew Karesa
Host, The Dementia Collective · Founder & CEO, blueBell Village
New interviews will be added here as they become available.
Share Your Idea
Build With Us: Share Your Idea
The best solutions for aging well are built with seniors and caregivers, not just for them.
SilverTech Summit runs on the belief that the best solutions for aging well are built with seniors and caregivers, not just for them. Throughout the day of the summit, stop by our Build With Us station to share an idea for a product, service, or improvement that would make life easier, safer, or more connected as we age.
Our station will be hosted by Crystal Blackburn, a Machine Learning Analyst specializing in Healthcare AI and Data Analytics. She will be there to help you fill out a short idea form, it takes just a few minutes, and you're welcome to have someone write it down for you if that's easier. All ideas are welcome, from small tweaks to big concepts.
Crystal Blackburn
Machine Learning Analyst
Healthcare AI & Data Analytics
Hosting the Build With Us station
Our Exhibitors
