SR&ED 101 Virtual Masterclass

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Join us for an engaging overview of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentive (SR&ED) Program. On average, SR&ED provides more than $4.1 billion in tax credits to over 18,000 claimants annually through over 21,000 claims.   Learn how to access SR&ED investment tax credits, and how the program supports innovative Canadian businesses with their R&D projects. We will guide you through eligibility criteria, qualifying expenditures, and the free tools and services available to help you navigate the claim submission process with ease.

Info Session | SEUS-CP Business Forum 2026

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Info Session | SEUS-CP Business Forum 2026 Join Invest Nova Scotia on Tuesday, April 14, at 10am, for a FREE info session introducing the SEUS-CP Business Forum 2026 – a key opportunity for Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canadian businesses to expand their reach, forge partnerships, and tap into evolving markets. Hosted by Market Access International, Inc. on behalf of Invest Nova Scotia, this session is your chance to learn how to make the most of SEUS-CP 2026, taking place June 21 – 23, 2026 in Greenville, South Carolina (USA). For more info, visit seus-cp.com. What You’ll Learn: • Strategic advantages of attending SEUS-CP 2026. • Key sectors spotlight: Value-Added Food, Advanced Manufacturing, Clean Energy • How to participate in the B2B (business to business) matchmaking program • Insights into procurement opportunities with leading anchor companies • Tips to maximize networking, panels, and partnership potential • Financial incentives for participating as a Nova Scotian Exporters Delegates come from Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Anchor Companies SEUS-CP is your gateway to meaningful dialogue with companies actively seeking new suppliers and collaborators. Anchor companies are pivotal in diversifying supply […]

St Margaret’s Bay Networking Lunch

Shining Waters Marina 148 Nautical Way, Tantallon

Join us for a relaxed networking lunch in St Margaret’s Bay. Connect, collaborate, and grow your network. 🌟 Networking Lunch – St Margaret’s Bay Join Networking Naturally for a relaxed and welcoming networking lunch with local business owners and professionals in the St Margaret’s Bay area. This is a great opportunity to connect, build relationships, and enjoy meaningful conversations in a casual setting. 📍 Location: Shining Waters Marina 📅 Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 🕒 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM ADT 🍽️ Please note: This is a pay-your-own lunch. Guests will order and pay individually. Bring your business cards and any company information you’d like to share. We look forward to seeing you there.

Responsible AI: Ethics and Risk Management

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax

Overview This session explores the practical challenges both builders and organizations face when developing, deploying, and implementing AI systems. When: Tuesday , April 14, 2026 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm AST Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle St., Unit 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 or Virtual via Zoom (log in details will be included in your confirmation email) Description: As AI moves rapidly from research into real-world products and services, understanding risk, ethics, and governance becomes critical. This session explores the practical challenges both builders and organizations face when developing, deploying, and implementing AI systems — from data governance and bias to security, reliability, and unintended consequences — and how teams can approach responsible AI development without slowing innovation. Facilitator: Iaian Archibald Iaian is a seasoned technology entrepreneur, executive, and artificial intelligence (AI) strategist who specializes in emerging technologies. He is currently the Executive Director of DeepSense, an applied AI research platform housed in Dalhousie University's Faculty of Computer Science. Previously, as the CEO and co-founder of an ML first ocean technology startup, he developed an innovative marina and waterfront management software solution. The company was acquired in 2020. A native of Nova Scotia, Iaian has a commitment to the natural environment and passion for […]

Responsible AI: Ethics and Risk Management

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax

This session explores the practical challenges both builders and organizations face when developing, deploying, and implementing AI systems.

Halifax – Agentics Foundation Meetup

1717 Barrington Street Halifax, NS B3J 2A4 1717 Barrington Street Halifax, NS, Halifax

​♾️Agentics Foundation — Halifax Launch Meetup ​Autonomous AI in Practice: From Curiosity to Capability ​Agentic AI is no longer a theory experiment or a lab curiosity. It’s becoming a practical way to build systems that plan, decide, act, and adapt, with real autonomy. ​This meetup marks the first Halifax gathering of the Agentics Foundation, a global, not-for-profit community dedicated to advancing agent-based artificial intelligence through open tools, education, and collaboration. ​Whether you’re new to the idea of autonomous agents or already experimenting with them, this session is designed to help you understand what agentic AI actually is, why it matters, and how people are using it today. ​What You’ll Learn ​What “agentic AI” really means How autonomous agents differ from chatbots, copilots, and traditional AI workflows. ​Real tools, real demos See practical examples using agentic frameworks and infrastructure, how agents coordinate tasks, persist memory, and execute actions in the real world. ​From theory to practice Where agentic systems are already being applied: automation, research, ops, trading, data pipelines, and more. ​How to get involved Ways to contribute to open-source projects, join global chapters, or help shape the Halifax agentic AI community from day one. ​Why This Meetup Matters ​Halifax has a […]