Events

Hosted by the Dallaire Institute for Children, Peace and Security To commemorate this year’s International Day of Peace, the Dallaire Institute is hosting a one-day workshop and an evening plenary session, open to the public. The workshop will focus on the vital role of women in addressing peace and security in our divided world, featuring two panels that bring together researchers and practitioners. These discussions will highlight women’s often unrecognized leadership in tackling urgent peace and security challenges, especially those that negatively impact children. The evening plenary session will include a special video appearance by the UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, and a dialogue between the former prosecutor of the International Criminal Court and youth activists from the Middle East and Africa. Agenda 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Workshop Program 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Plenary Session Learn more about the event here: https://www.dallaireinstitute.org/events/91fy661eeue9gdj9koo61lpk74scpm Plenary Speakers

This session by Dalhousie’s Office of Commercialization and Industry Engagement will provide a brief introduction to intellectual property (IP) and how a strong awareness of IP can transform research into impact. Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Entrevestor Live 2024 is back and better than ever! Join us at Volta for this showcase of Atlantic Canada's most successful startups and entrepreneurs. Learn how they leveraged the regional ecosystem to build world-leading companies, and gain global perspectives about our startup community. Entrevestor Live offers you the chance to network with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. Get ready for inspiring speakers and informative panels designed to help you take your startup to the next level. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow your business. Mark your calendars and secure your spot today!

A pitch to change your world – in just 3 minutes On September 17, the global Falling Walls Lab pitch competition comes to Halifax as part of Dal Innovation Week, and you’re invited. At this lightning-fast event, some of Atlantic Canada’s brightest minds will share groundbreaking research, disruptive technologies, and transformative ideas to change the world for the better. Featuring innovations that promise to eliminate plastic pollution, power farming with artificial intelligence, fight cancer-causing viruses, build better batteries and much more, Falling Walls is a barrage of brilliance and you’ve got a front-row seat. The victor of the night will compete in Berlin, Germany against winners from nearly 100 competitions around the globe at the world-renowned Falling Walls Science Summit. Last year, Atlantic Canada’s winner went on to take the grand prize. It could happen again. Don’t miss out! Learn more about Falling Walls Lab global pitch competition. Time: 6 – 8:30 p.m.