Events for December 13, 2023 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Year in Review and the Horizon Ahead: Tackling Cyber Threats Head-On

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About the session Hold onto your (white) hats as we look back at the highs and lows of the passing 2023 and prepare for the whirlwinds of the upcoming 2024! In this webinar, Paula Januszkiewicz, Founder and CEO of CQURE and a world-renowned cybersecurity expert will guide you through the labyrinth of the past year's most significant cybersecurity attacks. 2023 witnessed a surge in sophisticated attacks, ranging from Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) to Zero-Day Exploits. Together with Paula, you’ll analyze them and learn to mitigate them better in the years to come. But that's not all! Our journey will go beyond learning from the past as Paula will share valuable insights and forecasts for 2024. What measures will become indispensable against the ever-evolving threats of ransomware, malware, phishing, and more? How will the cybersecurity landscape transform, and what strategies should organizations adopt to stay one step ahead? You’ll also discuss the chances and threats brought about by the rapid development of AI – a topic without which no conversation about the future is possible nowadays! Join Paula and take a moment to reflect about yesterday and tomorrow, because a lesson learned now can one day be a lifesaver! And as […]

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Tech Wednesdays with NPower Canada

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About this event More than 80% of NPower Canada alumni secure employment or enroll in higher education within 6 months of graduating, with 30-40% already placed into jobs upon completing training. Graduates launch digital careers in roles such as Help Desk Agent, Data Analyst, QA / Tester and Business Systems Analyst with companies like TELUS, Accenture and CIBC. NPower Canada is a registered charity launching individuals 18 + (with no maximum age) into meaningful digital careers. NPower Canada's virtually delivered programs provide participants with 15 weeks of no-cost, part-time tech skills training, including industry certifications, complemented by employability skills coaching and wraparound supports (including bus pass, interview clothing and laptops/WiFi based on financial need). Program participants are also connected directly with employers, job retention supports and five years of alumni services including continued education and mentorship. Candidates do not need any prior background in tech to apply. They must have completed their high school, Dogwood or GED, and be eligible to work in Canada. NPower Canada prioritizes serving lower-income, un/underemployed individuals, female-identified, BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, newcomers and people with disabilities. Join us to learn more and apply early to avoid waitlist for the upcoming start date: https://npowercanada.ca/youth/