Events for April 26, 2023 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Intentional Hiring Practices

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With the demand of new talent and immigration rates in Nova Scotia rising, having an intentional hiring strategy that acknowledges and appreciates candidates’ unique backgrounds is essential and contributes to a more diverse workforce in Nova Scotia. In this workshop, attendees will explore how to design an effective EDI hiring strategy for their organization that acknowledges and celebrates unique abilities and experiences. We will look at the impact of diverse and inclusive teams and discuss proven strategies to target your talent search. Attendees will learn the importance of inclusive policy, engaged leadership, and employee education around EDI. We will also discuss potential community partnerships and available resources depending on your industry and recruitment needs. 3 Key Takeaways: How to design and effective EDI hiring policy/strategy for your organization Recruitment and interview strategies - how to set yourself up for success What happens when you have a diverse and inclusive team? How does it impact your business Meet your presenter... Sarah Mullins has been a leader in the human resource industry for over 25 years. After a lengthy corporate career working with high growth organizations she launched uptreeHR, a full service HR business partner for small businesses. She and her team […]

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Wage subsidies of up to $7000 when you hire a post-secondary student

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Every Wednesday at 11:00 Atlantic, from April 5th until May 31st, Join Tim Perron, ICTC’s Atlantic Regional coordinator and learn about ICTC’s WIL Digital wage subsidy program that helps employers make students part of their talent strategy. Subsidies up to $7000 per student available for both full-time and part-time positions, co-op positions and any other position that provides students the opportunity to practice skills relevant to the digital economy. In this workshop you will learn about the WIL Digital student wage subsidy program including the financial support available, program eligibility requirements, the kinds of positions that can be supported, how to apply and some “pro-tips” to help streamline your application process. You’ll also hear from Atlantic post-secondary institutions about how to find and hire their students. Agenda o 11:00-11:20 WIL Digital wage subsidy program details o 11:20-11:30 How to hire your student o 11:30-11:45 Questions and conversation o 11:45-12:15 Optional WIL Digital application workshop

WTWT Virtual Pitch Competition 2023

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Volta’s Women Taking over the World with Tech (WTWT) Virtual Pitch Competition is a chance for founders identifying as women within the Atlantic Canadian tech ecosystem, to practice their three-minute pitch and vie for a $500 Visa Gift Card. This event provides an opportunity for women entrepreneurs to practice their pitches and receive feedback from a panel of industry experts. The judging panel is comprised of experienced entrepreneurs, potential investors and community leaders. Judging will be based on the pitch, not the business, and will focus on presentation quality and content. Apply to Pitch: Are you interested in applying for your chance to pitch? Applications are open until Thursday, April 13, 2023 at 11:59pm. Apply Here Disclaimers: By attending this event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed, and give permission to Volta to use your image in promotional and/or marketing materials. If you're unable to attend any of our events please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our events team to better prepare for every event.

April Co-Working Session

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Let's show our WordPress websites a little love this month! They're getting together for a co-working session to work on their sites. Install a new theme or plugin, set up WooCommerce, create a new page ... it's up to you. Show off your website to everyone, pair up and help each other, or work alone - it's your choice. Instructions and Password to enter will be emailed to you on the day of. See you there!