Events for October 2, 2025 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Atlantic Executive Briefing

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax

TECHNATION convenes Canadian public sector leaders to drive meaningful change. At their upcoming Executive Briefing, they're spotlighting bold leaders from the Atlantic Region to explore critical issues and identify opportunities for digital transformation across government services. This curated dialogue is more than just a discussion — it’s a forum for strategic collaboration, transparent value exchange between industry and government and insight-driven action. Location: Volta – 1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 DNS is proud to support this event, and DNS Members can access the TECHNATION member pricing for this event.  Member In-person Ticket – $90.00 Non Member In-Person – $110.00 Members Virtual Ticket – $40.00 Non-Member Virtual Ticket – $60.00  Government Employees Complimentary Network with influential government and industry leaders, and engage in thoughtful conversation as we collaborate to drive digital transformation and procurement modernization. Speaker Bios Jennifer LaPlante Deputy Minister of the Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions Government of Nova Scotia Jennifer LaPlante joined the Government of Nova Scotia after working more than two decades in digital transformation, data governance and artificial intelligence. Much of her work has focused on the intersection of technology, innovation, and public impact. She is passionate about harnessing technology to […]

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AI Powered Productivity Tools

Unlock the potential of Artificial Intelligence to transform the way you work. This interactive workshop will guide participants through building a customized AI toolkit designed to address their unique challenges and goals. Together, we’ll explore how to pinpoint areas where time and energy are being wasted, experiment with powerful AI tools that can streamline processes, and learn practical strategies for integrating them seamlessly into daily routines. By the end of the session, participants will walk away with actionable insights and a personalized plan to boost efficiency, enhance creativity, and achieve more with less effort. Key Takeaways Discover and curate a set of AI tools tailored to your specific workflow and productivity needs. Learn step-by-step methods to embed AI solutions into your everyday tasks for maximum impact. Gain skills to identify inefficiencies and leverage AI as a powerful partner in overcoming challenges. Meet your presenter: Charlotte Nurse - Director of Programs @ Canada Learning Code Charlotte (she/they) is an educator, facilitator, and management and career development coach and consultant based in the Treaty 13 territory now known as Toronto. With over 15 years of leadership experience across various industries including fashion PR, education, and tech, Charlotte is a passionate sponsor, mentor, […]

Smart Pricing for Small Business

About this event ** This workshop is currently SOLD OUT. You can join the waitlist and be notified if a spot becomes available. ** NOTE: The workshops provided by Invest Nova Scotia are primarily available to businesses based in Nova Scotia. If your company is located outside of Nova Scotia and you wish to participate, you may be added to a waitlist for future opportunities. Priority will be given to Nova Scotia-based businesses. A link to this webinar will be provided to registered attendees before the start of the event. Presented by Invest Nova Scotia, in partnership with ACOA In a rapidly changing business landscape, price is the most powerful lever you can pull to set your business up for financial success. Yet, many founders lack confidence in their pricing decisions—and leave money on the table. This free, three-part virtual workshop series is designed specifically for business owners selling physical products or services, offering hands-on strategies, frameworks, and expert guidance to help you: Justify your prices (or even raise them!) Create irresistible offers Leverage pricing psychology to boost conversions Led by Carolyn Crewe of Best Kind Consulting, each session blends insightful learning with practical tools you can apply right away to improve your […]

Learn to Prototype: An Introduction to Prototyping

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow

Turn ideas into reality! Join our beginner-friendly prototyping workshop Oct 2 at IGNITE New Glasgow. Build, test, and create! Date and time Thursday, October 2 · 12 - 1:30pm ADT Location IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance Street New Glasgow, NS B2H 3P7 Good to know Highlights 1 hour 30 minutes In person About this event Science & Tech • High Tech Date & Time: October 2nd | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Location: IGNITE New Glasgow Facilitator: Moataz Ibrahim, Clearpath Engineering Lunch: Provided Description:Have an idea but not sure where to start? Prototyping is the fastest way to bring your concept to life—and this workshop will show you how! Join Moataz Ibrahim from Clearpath Engineering for a beginner-friendly, hands-on session where you’ll learn the basics of sketching, building, and testing rough models using everyday materials. What You’ll Learn: Why prototyping is the quickest way to get feedback on your idea How to build simple, functional prototypes you can iterate on Practical tips for gaining hands-on confidence, even if you’re new to design This workshop is perfect for hobbyists, beginners, new entrepreneurs, or anyone curious about turning ideas into tangible products—no prior experience required. Leave with a prototype you can build on and the confidence to keep creating. […]

ISACA & Consortium Networking Event

Venn Innovation 770 Saint George Blvd, Moncton

ISACA Atlantic Provinces Chapter Board is thrilled to invite you to the inaugural ISACA Atlantic Provinces Chapter networking event, bringing together professionals from across New Brunswick for an evening of connection, learning, and collaboration.  Location: Venn Innovation, 770 Saint George Blvd., Moncton, NB E1E 2C6  Date & Time: Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM  Speakers: Linda Mitton, Vice President, ISACA Atlantic Provinces Chapter David Shipley, CEO, Beauceron Sandy Fadale, President, ISACA Atlantic Provinces Chapter  Refreshments: Enjoy a selection of food, coffee, tea, soda, and water.  CPE Credits: Attendees will receive 2 CPEs for participating.  Why Attend: Connect with fellow ISACA and consortium members Hear insights from chapter leadership Help shape the future of quarterly gatherings  Cost: Free to attend  RSVP Deadline: Please register by September 19, 2025 via Engage to help us plan food and beverages accordingly. ISACA is excited to kick off this new initiative and look forward to seeing you there. The ISACA Atlantic Provinces Chapter Board is eager to welcome you and begin building a vibrant community of professionals across the region.

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DEFCON Halifax October Meet-Up

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax

🎤𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: Identity-First QA: PAM Habits to Harden LLMs & RAG Presented by Aastha Singh, a QA Manager at BeyondTrust. In this session, Aastha will share innovative methods for protecting advanced systems by demonstrating how principles from Identity-First QA and Privileged Access Management (PAM) can be adapted to harden Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems. 🔍 What’s This All About? DEFCON Halifax is your local hub for hackers, tinkerers, and cybersecurity pros. Whether you're just curious or deep in the field, you're welcome here. Come to learn, connect, and be part of Halifax’s growing infosec community. 💡 Why You Should Come: Meet fellow hackers, makers, and defenders Learn about the latest security trends and best practices Share knowledge in a laid-back, pressure-free environment No sponsors. No sales. Just real people and real conversations 📅 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲: 6:30 PM – Doors Open + Networking 6:55 PM – Welcome 7:00 PM – Aastha Singh’s Talk 7:30 PM – Q&A 8:00 PM – More Networking 8:30 PM – Wrap-Up 📸 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀-𝗨𝗽: Photos will be taken during the event. If you RSVP but can no longer attend or are feeling unwell, please let us know. Special thanks to Volta for hosting us […]