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  • June 2025

  • Tue 10
    Featured June 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm ADT

    Simplifying Sales Execution: Remove Friction, Close More Deals

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

    In this interactive 2-hour workshop, you'll learn how to streamline your sales process, remove friction, and confidently close more deals. We’ll break down proven execution strategies, helping you move from stalled opportunities to decisive action, through real-world scenarios, tactical frameworks, and live coaching. 3 Key Takeaways Use a structured approach to move deals forward with confidence Ask the right questions to uncover objections and accelerate decisions Build and strengthen customer relationships to create trust and long-term success   Meet Your Presenter - Dave Reynolds Dave Reynolds is a serial entrepreneur who has launched and developed a variety of new products and services for nearly two decades. He is the founder and CEO of The Rumin8 Group, a Growth Consulting firm that helps clients think strategically, facilitate team growth, and navigate crucial conversations. With a background in sales leadership, performance management, and succession planning, Dave is passionate about growth acceleration and how asking the right questions yields the best answers.

    Free – $40
  • Thu 26
    Featured June 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am ADT

    Prompt, Build, Automate: The Project Managers New AI Skillset

    Virtual Event

    Project managers are exploring AI tools like ChatGPT, but most are stopping at prompt engineering—writing one-off requests to help with emails, reports, or meeting summaries. That’s a good start, but there’s so much more we can do. In this one-hour session, I’ll walk you through what I see as the next step for project managers: going beyond prompts to build and automate with AI. I’ll share practical examples of how we can design simple AI tools, automate repetitive workflows, and start thinking more strategically about how AI fits into our projects. This talk is for PMs who want to move past the hype and start using AI in a more meaningful, hands-on way. 3 Key Takeaways What good prompt engineering looks like—and where it falls short How to build simple AI agents and workflows without being a developer What you can start automating in your projects right now Meet Your Presenter - Dr. Carl Peters I’m a PMP-certified project manager with a background in research, data science, and a lifelong interest in tech. After years of using Python, R, and LaTeX in scientific work, I became fascinated by AI—especially its potential beyond prompting. I recently completed the IBM AI Developer Professional […]

    Free – $15
  • July 2025

  • Thu 10
    Featured July 10 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm ADT

    New Connections Mixer

    IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Let’s mix it up! Whether you're brand new or a familiar face, join us for a fun, easygoing evening of conversation, connection, and good vibes at this New Connections Mixer, hosted in partnership with IGNITE Northern! We’re keeping things casual so you can really get to know the awesome people in our community. Think great chats, light bites, and plenty of opportunities to connect.

  • Tue 15
    Featured July 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am ADT

    Streamlining Automation and Coding with AI

    Discover how to effectively integrate AI-driven automation and coding tasks into optimized workflows and enhance daily productivity. This practical webinar guides SMEs through the transition from basic AI understanding to actionable, everyday applications, equipping them with strategies to streamline operations and overcome common hurdles with integration. Key Takeaways Learn practical approaches to automating research, coding, and routine tasks using AI. Challenge prompt engineering and project management techniques to create effective, reliable automation. Gain actionable strategies for optimizing daily workflows and enhancing productivity through AI integration. Meet your Presenter - Manny Roy Manny is an experienced automation developer and SEO specialist with MacMillan Search, skilled in leveraging AI to streamline workflows. They have facilitated practical AI training sessions and developed custom automation tools, helping SMEs integrate AI effectively into their daily operations for enhanced productivity.

    Free – $15
  • Tue 15
    Featured July 15 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm ADT

    Summer Networking Mixer

    Island Folk Cider House 52 Nepean St, Sydney, NS, Canada

    Cape Breton, we're heading your way for a summer networking mixer with our friends, IGNITE Atlantic. Join us at Island Folk Cider House for an evening of connection for tech professionals. Chat, mingle, and maybe meet your next client or collaborator! Open to all so tell your friends, but sign up quickly as space is limited. This is a 19+ event.

    Free
  • Thu 24
    Featured July 24 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ADT

    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
  • Tue 29
    Featured July 29 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am ADT

    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.

    Free
  • August 2025

  • Mon 18
    Featured August 18 @ 12:00 am ADT

    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 […]

  • Tue 26
    Featured August 26 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ADT

    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
  • Thu 28
    Featured August 28 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ADT

    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
  • September 2025

  • Mon 15
    Featured September 15 @ 9:30 am - September 18 @ 1:00 pm ADT

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

    Online

    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 […]

  • Thu 18
    Featured September 18 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm ADT

    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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