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SUMMARY:AI Readiness for Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Every business leader is asking: “How do we prepare for AI without breaking the bank or losing what makes us successful?” \nThe challenge is preparing for successful adoption. Most AI initiatives fail not because of bad technology\, but because of poor organizational readiness. Small and medium businesses have unique advantages: agile decision-making\, close customer relationships\, and adaptable teams. But they also face challenges like limited resources\, smaller teams\, and competing priorities. This program addresses both by leveraging your strengths while overcoming common obstacles. \nKey Takeaways \n\nStrategic alignment\, leadership vision setting\, and building your business case for AI adoption\nComplete readiness evaluation\, gap analysis\, and priority setting for your specific business\nChange management strategies\, staff engagement planning\, and decision-making frameworks\n\nMeet Your Presenter – Carrie Forbes  \nCarrie Forbes is a transformative leader with over 25 years of experience managing major organizational change across diverse industries. She has held CEO and senior executive roles\, turning ambitious visions into practical realities while navigating complexity with clarity and purpose..
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-readiness-for-leaders/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Webinar
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SUMMARY:AI Discovery Series - North Shore
DESCRIPTION:As technology continues to advance\, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are often the ones left behind—not due to lack of ambition\, but lack of access\, time\, and practical support. This one-day\, in-person workshop is designed to close that gap by giving Nova Scotia SMEs the knowledge\, confidence\, and tools they need to begin using AI in meaningful\, cost-effective ways. \nDelivered by Digital Nova Scotia\, in partnership with local ecosystem organizations and AI experts\, this hands-on workshop provides a practical introduction to artificial intelligence—what it is\, how it works\, and how it can be applied directly to everyday business operations. \nWorkshop topics: \n\nMake AI Work Better for You (Even If You’re Not Technical)\nGetting AI to do the Work for You\n\nAI Agents: Automate Your Knowledge Work\n\nThis workshop includes complimentary breakfast and lunch
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-discovery-series-north-shore/
LOCATION:Pictou Wellness Centre\, 756 Westville Rd\, New Glasgow\, NS\, B2H 5C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Events
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SUMMARY:From First Click to Commitment: UX Strategies for Websites That Grow Real Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our office for a session with UX expert\, Stephanie Fox! Breakfast provided. \nBased on Stephanie’s book\, Would You Date Your Website?\, explore how to craft a website that attracts the right people\, and entices them to start–and stay–in a relationship. \n\nAre you ready to date? Get clear on who you are\, what you want\, and your ideal partner.\nA first date requires a great first impression and easy conversation: say the right thing at the right time and no mixed signals.\nBuild the relationship: establish trust\, move things forward\, and know when to put in extra effort.\nKeep relationships healthy with proactive maintenance and a little care.\n\nAll participants will receive a copy of Stephanie’s book to take home and put to use. \n3 Key Takeaways \n\nHow to align website content with the decision making process of your users so you can gain their trust and persuade them toward conversion\nHow to create and structure website content that is findable\, usable\, and accessible\nHow to proactively maintain your website so the user experience stays positive and you minimize redesign costs\n\nMeet Your Presenter – Stephanie Fox \nStephanie Fox combines user research\, usability\, information architecture\, accessibility\, and content strategy to create meaningful digital user experiences. Since 1995 she’s had roles as an emarketing manager\, product manager for a search engine\, and UX lead at an agency. Stephanie recently published a UX book: Would You Date Your Website?. \n 
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/would-you-date-your-website-how-to-create-a-website-that-will-grow-lasting-relationships-and-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260317T110000
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SUMMARY:Power Automate for Business Users: Streamline Your Everyday Processes
DESCRIPTION:Discover how Microsoft Power Automate can simplify business workflows in this beginner-friendly webinar. Learn what it is\, who can use it\, and see real examples automating HR and client communication tasks. Explore templates\, get practical tips\, and participate in an interactive Q&A to start building your own automated processes. Leave with actionable ideas to streamline your daily work. \nKey Takeaways \n\nUnderstand Power Automate: Learn what it is\, who can use it\, and how it works in real-world business scenarios.\nApply Automation: See practical examples and templates to automate HR\, client communications\, and routine tasks.\nGet Started Confidently: Walk away with actionable tips and strategies to create your own automated workflows.\n\nMeet your Presenter – Vrinda Kathpal \n\nVrinda Kathpal turned her curiosity for simplifying work into a passion for automation. As the Founder of Workflows by Vrinda\, she now helps teams and individuals embrace no-code tools like Power Automate to create smarter\, faster workflows that make work life easier. Her sessions focus on real-world examples that make automation simple and actionable.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/power-automate-for-business-users-streamline-your-everyday-processes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260324T090000
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SUMMARY:AI Discovery Series - Cape Breton
DESCRIPTION:As technology continues to advance\, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are often the ones left behind—not due to lack of ambition\, but lack of access\, time\, and practical support. This one-day\, in-person workshop is designed to close that gap by giving Nova Scotia SMEs the knowledge\, confidence\, and tools they need to begin using AI in meaningful\, cost-effective ways. \nDelivered by Digital Nova Scotia\, in partnership with local ecosystem organizations and AI experts\, this hands-on workshop provides a practical introduction to artificial intelligence—what it is\, how it works\, and how it can be applied directly to everyday business operations. \nWorkshop topics: \n\nMake AI Work Better for You (Even If You’re Not Technical)\nGetting AI to do the Work for You\n\nAI Agents: Automate Your Knowledge Work\n\nThis workshop includes complimentary breakfast and lunch
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-discovery-series-cape-breton/
LOCATION:Membertou Trade & Convention Centre\, 50 Autwen Ma’sl Awti\, 50 Maillard St\, Membertou\, NS\, B1S 3W3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Events
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SUMMARY:Give to Gain: How Women in Tech Are Building Each Other Up
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Women’s Month and aligned with the International Women’s Day 2026 Give to Gain theme\, this panel brings together women working across tech and tech-adjacent roles to explore how generosity\, collaboration\, and reciprocity can drive meaningful change. \nGive to Gain challenges us to rethink success\, not as a zero-sum game\, but as intentional multiplication. When women are supported through shared knowledge\, mentorship\, advocacy\, resources\, and opportunity\, entire industries and communities benefit. \nThrough honest conversation and lived experience\, our panelists will discuss how giving\, whether time\, visibility\, sponsorship\, education\, or access—has shaped their careers\, strengthened their communities\, and helped create pathways for others. The discussion will also explore what organizations and individuals can practically give to help close gender gaps in tech and build a more inclusive\, connected ecosystem. \nMeet Your Panel:  \nEzinne Onwuekwe: Clinical Informatics Analyst \n\nEzinne V. C. Onwuekwe is a digital health transformation professional with years of international experience reimagining healthcare systems through innovation\, data\, and people-first transformation. With a background in healthcare\, data analytics and program management; she has contributed to large-scale healthcare projects like the province-wide CIS implementation programme (One Person One Record) of Nova Scotia Health\, Nova Scotia\, Canada. Ezinne’s experience extends to various advisory and mentorship roles\, including her work with the International Pharmaceutical Federation’s Technology Advisory Group. She has worked with Edu Nova (Study and Stay)\, Digital Nova Scotia (Skills For Hire)\, PMI Nova Scotia (project management mentorship) initiatives\, where she is committed to inspiring and mentoring the next generation of professionals in digital health. Her work continues to support innovation in digital health solutions\, with a focus on equity\, sustainability\, and capacity building for future healthIT professionals. \nIngrid Deon: Founder + CEO\, Word-Craft Inc \n\nIngrid Deon\, Founder and CEO of word-craft\, started her business in 2019 after having worked at a digital marketing agency in Halifax/Toronto for more than three years. Today\, word-craft is a team of five talented women\, headquartered in Yarmouth\, Nova Scotia\, who work with clients across Canada. The company specializes in organic social media strategy and content creation\, and works with clients such as Nestlé Canada\, Crosby’s Molasses and The Handpie Co. Ingrid is passionate about hiring local talent and giving opportunities to people in the Yarmouth area to work in an award-winning marketing agency. \nJennifer Hutton: VP Steele Auto Group \n\nJennifer Hutton is a seasoned technology leader with over 20 years of experience guiding teams through complex technology\, operational\, cultural\, and strategic change. Her career spans senior roles in technology\, privacy\, and enterprise risk\, where she has built high-performing teams and strengthened organizational resilience. Known for her collaborative leadership style and practical\, people‑first approach\, Jennifer brings a broad\, executive‑level perspective that connects strategy\, governance\, and operational excellence to drive meaningful and sustainable outcomes.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/give-to-gain-how-women-in-tech-are-building-each-other-up/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:From Scotland to Nova Scotia
DESCRIPTION:This event is by invitation only.\nIf you are interested in attending\, please reach out to Derek at derek@digitalnovascotia.com. Proceed to registration if you have received an registration access code. \n— \nJoin us for a special Tourism Networking Reception and Lunch welcoming a visiting delegation of Scottish companies from the West Highland Chamber of Commerce. \nThis event will connect Nova Scotia tourism operators\, hospitality businesses\, retailers\, and travel professionals with Scottish companies representing premium food and drink\, wellness products\, and more. \nGet a chance to meet with Scottish brands such as The Gael Spirits Co Ltd\, Titan Spirits Ltd\, Speyside Distillery\, 126 Water\, Raven Botanicals\, Oir Soap\, and Sonas Hospitality. \nThis networking event will provide a unique opportunity to: \n\nConnect with Scottish entrepreneurs and brand leaders\nExplore opportunities to bring distinctive Scottish products and experiences to Nova Scotia\nBuild partnerships across tourism\, hospitality\, and retail sectors\nStrengthen the historic and cultural connections between Scotland and Nova Scotia\n\nWhether you operate a tourism business\, restaurant\, retail shop\, hotel\, or travel company\, this event offers a valuable opportunity to expand your network and discover potential collaborations with companies from the Scottish Highlands.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/from-scotland-to-nova-scotia/
LOCATION:Lord Nelson Hotel\, 1515 South Park St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 2L2
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SUMMARY:AI Discovery Series - Virtual Session
DESCRIPTION:As technology continues to advance\, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are often the ones left behind—not due to lack of ambition\, but lack of access\, time\, and practical support. This half-day virtual workshop is designed to close that gap by giving Nova Scotia SMEs the knowledge\, confidence\, and tools they need to begin using AI in meaningful\, cost-effective ways. This workshop is designed for small and medium-sized businesses\, but anyone with an interest in learning more about AI is welcome to attend.  \nLet AI do the Work: A Hands-On Workshop of Practical Tools for SMB Leaders  \nSreejata Chatterjee\, CEO and Co-Founder of HiVanya Inc. \nSreejata is an AI practitioner & 3X founder with 15+ years of experience building intelligent products. She co-founded & exited LeadSift (AI-driven marketing intelligence platform)\, & now leads HiVanya\, helping companies get measurable results from AI! \nShe also teaches Data Analytics at SMU\, advises & invests in startups\, & leads a Women in Machine Learning community. \nAI Agents: Automate Your Knowledge Work\n \nSam Silver\, Founder & Lead Instructor at Bayloch Technologies Inc.\n \nSam Silver founded Bayloch Technologies and facilitates AI workshops teaching individuals to augment themselves with AI. His hands-on approach helps participants solve real problems with AI tools\, supporting both technical and non-technical teams.\n \nWith a computer science degree and experience in high-performance computing\, Sam built real-time data platforms and SaaS applications using AI. He’s passionate about educating Atlantic Canadians on AI\, believing Atlantic Canada can lead in showing how AI-equipped small businesses increase productivity and grow. \n 
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-discovery-series-virtual-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DNS Events
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