Empowering innovation through real-world XR problem-solving.
Reality Checkpoint
XR Solutioning Live
A monthly live session where academic and industry experts analyze real challenges and propose practical XR/VR/AR/AI solutions. Hosted at Algoma University’s XR Studio.
About the Series
Reality Checkpoint brings together faculty, industry professionals, startups, and public sector leaders to explore how XR and immersive technologies can solve real-world challenges.
Each session features a faculty expert and an industry expert working live through a submitted challenge — from retail and training to manufacturing, design, logistics, health, and more.
Sessions are recorded, shared publicly, and added to our growing knowledge hub.
Core Values
Reduce the barriers to XR adoption
Support innovation across sectors
Provide learning opportunities for students
Strengthen regional competitiveness
Next Session Details
Next Session Date: May 5, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM (Live in studio and streamed on YouTube)
Location: Algoma University XR Studio, 24 Queen St E, Brampton
Topic: XR for Workforce Training & Onboarding
Capacity: Limited attendance
One faculty expert and one industry leader tackle real workforce XR challenges — live and in structured format.
Meet the Experts
Each month, Reality Checkpoint brings one faculty expert and one industry expert together to interpret challenges, explore possibilities, and give practical XR/AI insights.
Somang Nam
Faculty of Computer Science & Technology
Randy Lin
Faculty of Computer Science
Submit a Challenge for Live XR Solutioning
Have a workflow, process, or problem that XR or immersive technology might solve? Submit your challenge, and our experts may choose it for a live analysis during an upcoming session.
Note: Selected challenges are anonymized unless you choose otherwise.
Premier Spotlight Interview
A short feature highlighting our Premier Sponsor’s work in digital transformation and immersive innovation will be added below after the session ends.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Support a series that connects academia, industry, and community to shape the future of immersive innovation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can submit a challenge?
Any business, nonprofit, public sector body, or individual seeking XR-related insights.
Is the event free to attend?
Yes. Registration is required due to limited seating.
Are solutions final recommendations?
No. These are exploratory insights and early pathways—not full feasibility studies.
Can sessions be watched later?
Yes. Recordings are posted on this webpage.
How are experts selected?
Experts rotate monthly and include faculty, industry leaders, and applied researchers.
Contact:
- Michael Andich
- Community and Partnership Manager
- A Really Great Guy
- [email protected]
- 365-440-0429