AI Showcase and Mixer

Join us for an evening of showcasing AI applications, knowledge sharing and collaboration at our AI Showcase and Mixer! When: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle St, Suite 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 Please note: The Armoyan Centre's main entrance is currently closed due to construction. Please review the access guide for alternate routes to Volta. For the easiest access, we recommend using Entrance 2 (2nd Floor Arch Entrance) or Entrance 3 (Argyle Street Link Entrance). Description: Dive into the world of AI at an evening of inspiring showcases, expert insights, and meaningful connections. We’re bringing the AI community together to spotlight real-world innovation, practical applications, and the people shaping what’s next. What’s in store: 🚀 Showcase – Experience live AI demos and projects from innovators in the field. 📚 Learn – Hear from industry experts and on how AI is being applied across real-world use cases. 🤝 Network – Connect with professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and AI enthusiasts from across the ecosystem. Agenda: 6:00 PM – Doors Open 6:30 PM – Welcome from the Host 6:35 PM – AI Demos 8:00 PM – Wrap-Up Demos 8:30 PM – Doors Close Presenters: Anton - Hfx AI Guy Sovereign AI: How Nova Scotia Can Win with Open Source Big Tech owns your models, controls your pricing, and can pull the plug whenever they want. But you want to use Ai in your business without compromising your business or your values. This talk will show you the concrete steps you can take today — how to switch to open source models. You want a business that no one can unplug, and you'll leave knowing that the same steps that protect your business honour your ethics, privacy and sovereignty. NOTE: If you are unable to attend any of our events please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our team to better prepare for every event. 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.