Andrew Mercer
Andrew Mercer began teaching in Newfoundland and Labrador schools in 1994. Since 2004, his teaching has been entirely online through the Centre for Distance Learning and Innovation. His proven track record in the creation and dissemination of content via social media has produced a YouTube channel with over six million views, and social media followers tipping 25,000. Since the mid-90s, Andrew has been a pioneer in educational technology innovation in both the public and private sectors. His innovative work has been profiled in CNN, Popular Science, The Wall Street Journal, The Globe and Mail, Nippon TV, and Canadian Music Educator. He has shared his work at national and international conferences and symposia including the ISME Conference, TEDx, MTNA National Conference, National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) and MENC: National Association of Music Educators. He has been a member of several Boards of Directors including the Canadian Music Educators' Association and the Coalition for Music Education in Canada. He is currently a member of MUN's Board of Regents, a director with Debut Atlantic and a member of the NL Music Educator's Association (NLMEA).
April 29th, 2026 Day 1 - April 29th
AI in Occupational Health & Safety - The Next Frontier
In this session, Andrew Pike and Andrew Mercer explore how AI is beginning to shape the way we identify hazards, train workers, and make safety decisions. Through a conversational presentation and short live demonstration, they unpack what AI is, what it isn’t, and what it could become for workplaces in Newfoundland and Labrador. They’ll explore both the opportunities and the challenges - from smarter data use and predictive tools to questions about privacy, ethics, and the human role in an increasingly digital workplace. Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how AI can support, not replace people.