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    Choosing the Right Methodology

    This is a practical webinar designed to equip you with essential project management skills tailored for the tech industry. Learn key concepts, tools, and best practices to plan, execute, and lead successful projects. Whether you're new to project management or looking to strengthen your skills, this session offers valuable insights to help you deliver results with confidence. 3 Key takeaways What is the project management and various methodologies Key fundamentals and concepts of each framework Why are companies choose certain methodologies Meet your Facilitator - Kumaran Nagasu Senior Project Manager and Agile Coach Dynamic, enthusiastic, and results-oriented Operations and Senior Agile Project Manager with about 2 decades of experience successfully delivering multiple large projects & initiatives, within scope, costs and schedule. Adept at coaching agile methodologies and implementing change in operations management through training management & teams, delivering impactful performance and results. Note: This event is free to DNS Members

    Free – $15
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    Driving AI Accountability Through Robust Data Governance

    This session explores how to embed data governance into the AI lifecycle—from sourcing and quality to bias mitigation and explainability. We will learn how to align governance with innovation, reduce risk, and build systems that are transparent, ethical, and scalable. 3 Key Takeaways What Accountable AI Really Means Governance in the AI Lifecycle Actionable Governance Strategies Meet your presenter... Aadi Machandi has 16+ years in Data & AI, I help organizations unlock the value of data—driving decisions, building trust in AI, and embedding intelligence into the business. As a CDO and ex-Microsoft architect, I focus on turning data into a strategic asset for growth, innovation, and resilience.

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    Executive Lounge: AI Infrastructure in Canada

    VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

    This event is by invitation only. If you are interested in attending, please reach out to Caitlin at caitlin@digitalnovascotia.com. Proceed to registration if you have received an access code. You will be able to join one of two sessions available: Monday, August 18, 2025 | 8:30 - 10:00 AM Monday, August 18, 2025 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM -- Join us with the Digital Research Alliance of Canada in collaboration with ACENET and Volta, for an executive consultation on Canada’s national AI infrastructure strategy. The Digital Research Alliance of Canada is consulting with both researchers and industry to help shape the design of Canada’s next-generation AI compute infrastructure. The Alliance is hosting conversations with the research community and with industry stakeholders to ensure the strategy reflects the diverse and evolving needs of Canada’s innovation ecosystem. Canada is investing up to $705 million in a new AI supercomputing system through the AI Sovereign Compute Infrastructure Program—and we want to hear from you! This Canadian-owned and operated system will exponentially increase the compute power available to researchers and industry, unlocking new opportunities for discovery, innovation, and commercialization. (AI Sovereign Compute Infrastructure Program, Government of Canada) The Digital Research Alliance of Canada is leading a series of national consultations to engage the academic community, researchers and industry stakeholders from across the country. The researcher-focused consultation aims […]

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    Networking Social

    VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

    We're partnering with DevOpsDays Halifax and Volta to bring you THE summer networking event! Meet tech professionals, local leaders, and maybe your next collaborator. Light snacks and drinks provided. Open to: Registered DevOpsDays Halifax 2025 attendees Digital Nova Scotia Members Volta Members Limited spaces available—register now!

    Free
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    Beyond the Surface: Fixing Real UX Problems

    The PIER 1209 Marginal Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia, Canada

    This hands-on in-person workshop goes beyond surface-level UX fixes to solve real digital experience problems. Learn how organizational structure impacts user experience while gaining concrete evaluation tools to apply immediately. Through guided exercises with real examples, identify true user pain points, prioritize high-impact improvements, and align stakeholder needs with user goals. Leave with actionable methods for creating UX solutions that solve underlying problems rather than just addressing symptoms. Perfect for anyone involved in digital product decisions. Key Takeaways Understand why fixing UX requires a holistic approach that addresses organizational structure and design elements. Learn to identify when surface-level changes aren't enough. Learn practical diagnostic techniques to identify high-impact UX issues and develop a balanced improvement strategy that delivers immediate wins alongside meaningful long-term solutions. Create an actionable framework for aligning stakeholders across your organization and overcoming common barriers to implementing effective UX improvements. Your Presenter: Jamie Gerrard, Founder of 20/20 DIGITAL Jamie Gerrard, Founder of 20/20 Digital, helps organizations improve digital product and service experiences. With expertise in research, design, marketing, and operations, he tackles challenges from multiple angles in the travel and tourism, financial services, healthcare, and technology sectors while sharing knowledge through speaking and coaching.

    Free – $40

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    Implementing a Digital Twin of an Organization (DTO) for Manufacturing

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    This four-day workshop (delivered virtually over four half-day sessions) helps manufacturers define the critical success factors for designing, implementing, and utilizing a DTO. Using real-world manufacturing examples and an interactive manufacturing case study, participants learn “ready to apply” tips and techniques to model and optimize production processes, supporting operations, product costing, and overall profitability. Key Learning Objectives Learn how to initiate, align, and sustain manufacturing process analysis and modeling to optimize asset and/or labour capacities and utilizations, improve operational planning, and enrich costing and operational budgeting in a manufacturing setting Understand the role of DTO modeling technology using an illustrative Canadian DTO software, Collaborative Business Planning (CBP), for process and cost flow visualization and “what-if” scenario-planning analysis Appreciate the value of analyzing current state and simulating future state manufacturing operations in a collaborative environment to improve profitability and long-term viability of the business Who Should Attend and Why? This workshop provides foundational training for leveraging operational and financial data to develop highly-visual interactive DTO models for any manufacturer. Although any functional role will benefit, positions typically related to DTO implementations include: Production managers focused on resource capacity requirements while decreasing lead times, increasing throughputs, and realizing cost reduction targets Continuous Improvement […]

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    2025 DNS Annual General Meeting

    The Board of Directors and the staff of Digital Nova Scotia are excited to invite you to our 2025 Annual General Meeting! Agenda 4-5PM AGM Presentation 5-7:00PM Networking Mixer Two ways to participate In Person: Visit one of our locations across the province. Virtually: Tune in online. Let’s come together to reflect on the past year and look forward to the future. Everyone is welcome, and we look forward to seeing you there! In-Person locations Halifax - McInnes Cooper Kentville - Valley Regional Enterprise Network New Glasgow - IGNITE New Glasgow Mahone Bay - Eli + Trix, with Myra  Sydney - Cape Breton Partnership    Thank you to our Community Sponsors  

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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, […]

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    Leadership Lab: Lead Beyond Expertise

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    From hands-on hustle to high-impact leadership—grow with intention. Redefine your role. Scale your impact. Lead beyond expertise. Learn how to shift from expert to effective leader through the key challenges founders and new leaders face and the essential leadership skills necessary to lead teams with confidence and clarity. 3 Key Takeaways Understand the mindset shift needed to move from expert to leader. Learn the common pitfalls new leaders and founders face in effectively leading teams and organizations. Learn the key leadership skills and capabilities for becoming a highly effective leader. Meet your Presenter - Jennifer Wincey As the Founder of AdaptPath, Jennifer brings 20+ years of leadership and HR expertise to help startups and scale-ups build purpose-driven, high- performing teams. Specializing in org design, leadership development, HR, and design and conduct impactful training programs on leadership, feedback, and culture to align people strategy with business growth.

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    Funnels, Filters & the Future of Sales

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    In today’s tech environment, traditional sales strategies are losing their edge. This session explores how sales professionals can adapt to economic shifts, AI disruption, and evolving buyer behaviours. Learn how to recalibrate your approach to drive revenue and stay competitive. 3 Key Takeaways Understand how leaner budgets, fewer resources, and SEO shifts are reshaping the top of the funnel Learn how to pivot sales strategies to respond to constrained buying environments and evolving markets Discover actionable tactics to use both modern and old-school techniques to reach more prospects and close more deals Meet Your Facilitator - Mary Jane (MJ) Leslie Mary Jane (MJ) Leslie is the owner of Chapter 3 Ltd., a consulting company that specializes in helping start-up companies and small businesses overcome obstacles and achieve growth objectives. With a background in communications and a career spent building start-up companies, MJ works with clients to identify gaps and improve business operations within marketing, client care, sales operations, and communications. Prior to founding Chapter 3, MJ held the role of Chief Growth Officer for LifeRaft, a threat intelligence SaaS company. She focused on how to leverage open-source intelligence for security programs from enterprise clients to investigative firms. During her tenure at […]

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    DNS Breakfast Mixer

    Bean There Cafe 503 Chebucto Street #3, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Start your day with us! Join us for breakfast and a morning coffee. This casual morning mixer is a chance to meet industry professionals, innovators, and peers, while building meaningful relationships that strengthen Nova Scotia’s digital ecosystem.   

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    Women in Tech Power Panel

    VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

    About Women are reshaping the tech landscape and we’re bringing the leaders behind that change to the stage. ​Join Monday Girl x Digital Nova Scotia for a power-packed Women in Tech panel featuring women trailblazers and leaders in the industry. From navigating high-pressure decisions to leading with clarity and confidence, these women are sharing the real stories and strategies that shaped their paths. ​What to expect ​Candid insights on leadership in fast-changing industries ​Tactical advice for thriving under pressure ​Networking with ambitious women driving innovation across sectors ​Event Schedule ​5:30pm - 6:00pm - Guests arrive and mingle ​6:00pm - 6:45pm - Moderated Panel Discussion & Audience Q&A ​6:45pm - 8:00pm - Cocktail Hour and Networking ​Meet the Speakers ​Jen Warrington, Founder & Principal, Recruitment & Career Strategy at The Warrington Group ​Aminah Faubert, Director of Creative Media Operations at Podstarter ​Laura Hawkins & Eilidh Lindsay-Sinclair, Co-Founders, Digital Skills for Women+ (Moderators)