Events

Small Business Big Growth Week 2026

SBBG Breakfast: The Future of AI Adoption for Small Business

Kick off Small Business Big Growth (SBBG) with a timely conversation about the future of AI in business. As the opening event in the Halifax Chamber's SBBG lineup, this plated breakfast workshop will bring the business community together to explore one of today's most important topics. Artificial intelligence is changing how businesses operate, compete, and grow. The question is no longer whether AI will affect your business, but how you can use it effectively and responsibly.

Vibe Coding Meetup

The Vibe Coding Meetup is a recurring builder gathering at Volta on October 19, 2026, where participants build with AI tools alongside others. It welcomes everyone from those running their first AI experiments to those actively shipping projects. It is a community-focused, hands-on session.

Agents for Everyday Users: Enabling the Line of Business

AI agents are changing how work gets done by helping employees automate tasks, streamline processes, and access information more efficiently. In this session, we’ll explain what AI agents are, share practical business use cases, and show how organizations can start creating value with simple, approachable agent experiences.

GEO Forum 2026 Digital Inclusion: The Super Social Determinant of Health

Join us Tuesday, October 20 through Thursday, October 22 for GEO Forum 2026 — a free, virtual event hosted by GEO Nova Scotia that will bring government, community, and business together to explore t…

Executive Lounge: State of Quantum Forum presented with IonQ

This event is by invitation only. If you are interested in attending, please reach out to Derek at derek@digitalnovascotia.com . Proceed to registration if you have received a...

Life Sciences On TAP in Dartmouth

Join Life Sciences Nova Scotia for a networking night in Dartmouth at Precision Biologic - unwind, enjoy snacks, drinks and make new connections.

From SEO to GEO: Getting Cape Breton Businesses Found in AI Search

This event on October 15, 2026 at the Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre focuses on helping Cape Breton businesses adapt from traditional SEO to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) in the age of AI-powered search. It is a practical session aimed at local business owners and operators looking to stay visible in AI search results.

AI Showcase and Mixer

Join Volta and Digital NS for an evening of showcasing AI applications, knowledge sharing and collaboration at our AI Showcase and Mixer!

AI, Fraud & Cyber Threats: How to Protect Your Business Now

A virtual Lunch & Learn hosted by the East Hants & Districts Chamber of Commerce featuring Scott Beck of Becktek. Attendees will learn about protecting their business from AI-related risks, cyber threats, fraud, and the limitations of traditional security tools. The session runs 90 minutes on October 13, 2026.

International Conference on Multi-disciplinary Trends in AI (MIWAI) 2026

Organized by the MIWAI Society and the MSc in Computing and Data Analytics (MCDA) Program at Saint Mary’s University. MIWAI — International Conference on Multi-disciplinary Trends in Artificial Intel…

LevelSec | Cybersecurity Governance & Risk Management

Cybersecurity leaders need more than technical expertise: they need the ability to communicate risk, influence decision-makers, and build security strategies that support organizat...