About
The IEEE Systems Council Thompson Okanagan Section Chapter is a local unit of the IEEE Systems Council, established to promote the understanding and advancement of systems engineering across British Columbia’s Thompson Okanagan region.
The Systems Council brings together IEEE’s expertise across multiple disciplines and specialty areas, including but not limited to:
- Systems engineering education, standards, and methodologies
- Modelling, simulation, integration, and system resilience
- Robust design, safety, human factors, usability, and environmental considerations
- Security and assurance (Quality, Mission, Risk)
- Requirements development and management
- Systems architecture and systems-of-systems
- Product lifecycle transitions: design, production, testing, deployment, and disposal
- Program and project management
The symposium features peer-style research presentations, technical sessions, and networking opportunities focused on intelligent systems, embedded systems, data-driven technologies, and high-performance computing. TOK-SCCS provides an accessible and supportive platform for emerging researchers and students to present their work in a professional setting.
By fostering collaboration between academia and industry, TOK-SCCS 2026 aims to strengthen the local engineering and computer science community and inspire innovation within the Thompson Okanagan region.
Venue
Okanagan College, 1000 KLO Rd., Kelowna, BC V1Y 4X8
Located in Kelowna, British Columbia, Okanagan College provides a modern and accessible setting for technical exchange and collaboration. The venue offers an engaging in-person experience with research presentations, exhibits, and networking opportunities.
Important Dates
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: May 31, 2026
- Notification of Acceptance: June 30, 2026
- Final (Camera-Ready) Submission: July 27, 2026
- Symposium Date: August 28, 2026
All submissions will undergo a double-anonymous peer review process to ensure quality and fairness.
Register
Early Bird Registration (ending on July 27th, 2026 )
- Admission, including Tax & Fees: $300
- Conference Admission, without the Thursday banquet, including Tax & Fees: $250
- Conference Admission for the Student/Retiree, including Tax & Fees: $100
- Additional paper submission: $50
Registration Site
Please visit the (TBA) site to complete your registration. Note that you must create an account (if you don’t already have one) at https://www.eventbrite.ca.
Travel Information
Air Travel
Kelowna is easily reached by air. Its international airport (YLW) serves numerous cities across Canada and major hubs in the United States.
Airport Connections
A taxi or public transit is the most convenient way to travel from the airport to Okanagan College or a nearby hotel. Kelowna International Airport’s website can help you figure out a route on public transit.
Accommodations
We understand that finding the right accommodation is essential for a comfortable and convenient conference experience. We have partnered with two excellent hotels to provide you with options that suit your preferences.
The Shore – Exclusive Discount Promo:
Enjoy a special discount when booking your stay at The Shore. Simply use the code (TBA) when making your reservation online to take advantage of this limited-time offer. This code is valid for bookings between June 1st and July 31st.
Siesta Suites – Reservation by Phone:
Siesta Suites is just a phone call away if you prefer a more personalized approach to booking your accommodation. Contact (250) 763-5013 to their dedicated reservation team at the provided phone number. Mention that you are attending the conference to secure a room at the best available rate.
You can also explore the BC Government Employees Business Travel Accommodation Listing, which is available only to BC government employees, MLAs, members of the Judiciary system, contractors, Alberta, Saskatchewan, or State of Washington government employees, and BC public sector entities that are on the CSA User’s List.
Things to Do In Kelowna
Looking for more ideas? You can start out by checking out what Okanagan College has to offer by visiting the Okanagan College site. For some ideas on what to do in the Kelowna area, be sure to check out the Tourism Kelowna and City of Kelowna websites.
Food and Drink on Okanagan College Campus
Okanagan College offers two cafeteria options: Marmalade Cat Café and Keluli Café. In addition, there is The Market, where you can find grab-and-go meal options and locally sourced products.
There are many places on campus. Search for anything in particular!