Join SURGE and Guy Earle, president of IObIO as we explore various scientific hardware that you can program for your own projects! Mondays 12:30-1:30 at SURGE - Life Science Centre Room 2660 Oct 7 - Control Strategies for your Prototype with Arduino and LabVIEW Introductory session on simple methods for connecting with an Arduino and practical examples of control and automation. (‘Practical examples of automation’ include positioning an item in 3D space, presenting custom stimulus on a user input event, deterministic P.I.D. and feedback loops, collecting rigorously timed data and more; all with computer or smart device control.) Demonstration includes the control and feedback of a stepper motor with options for several sensor inputs. This session is designed to showcase the limitless solutions in robotics and automation / control that are available and with the right tools, very accessible. As this is the first class in the series, we will be introducing the concept of Data AcQusition (DAQ Systems) and highlighting the DAQ’s role in science and R&D. There will be several examples of current technology, legacy systems and a deeper dive into the capabilities and limitations of the inexpensive Arduino platform and its associated peripherals. First of many sessions, […]

Learn to use technology tools (e.g., web analytics, blockchain, cybersecurity) to help you build your business over this month-long series offered in partnership by NSCC and Navigate Startup House. You can choose to attend only the sessions that are most relevant or come for the whole series. The series includes: October 2 – Web Analytics October 9 – Knowing Your Business in Real Time October 16 – Blockchain October 23 – Cybersecurity October 30 – AI in HR Register

Join us at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront as we recognize three outstanding organizations for their work within the retail space. Individual tickets are $86.25 Table of 8 - $575.00 prices include taxes If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] or call 902-229-1707. Button Text

Lunch will be provided! Learn about how artificial intelligence and machine learning is being applied in the ocean sector. DeepSense was created to support organizations with resources, both technology infrastructure and skilled researchers, to solve big data challenges at ocean-related organizations. By partnering companies with skilled academic researchers, those working in the ocean space have the opportunity to fully explore AI and machine learning to more easily use data to make decisions, optimize operations or better use data to create new products and services. DeepSense projects help companies develop commercially-useful predictive models, or design and test analytical prototypes and applications for use in the blue economy. DeepSense is a partnership between ACOA, the NS Government, Dalhousie University, IBM and the Ocean Frontier Institute. About the Presenter: Jennifer LaPlante is the Executive Director of DeepSense. She has a strong background in technology and innovation. As the creator of the first Corporate Innovation Outpost at Volta, she has experienced firsthand the challenges with guiding an organization on how to do things differently. Jen has an BA from Bishops, an MBA from Dalhousie and is currently completing an MSc in Computing and Data Analytics at Saint Mary’s University. With a focus on increasing […]

Join Startup YHZ and ideaHUB for October’s YHZ Meetup. Meet like-minded individuals who are passionate about growing their businesses from idea to execution, and learn more about the available resources for supporting and scaling startups. This month we will chat with emerging and resilient student entrepreneurs to learn how they transitioned from academia to building their own successful startups. Where did they get the idea? What challenges and adversity are they currently facing? What resources and networks have helped them succeed? Discover all this and more at the DAL T Bar, Wednesday, November 6 between 5:30 – 7:30 PM. Agenda: 5:30PM - 5:50PM | Networking 5:50PM - 6:00PM | Sovereign Insurance - How do you define resiliency? 6:00PM - 7:00PM | The Art of Resilience : A Panel Discussion with Dal Entrepreneurs 7:00PM - 7:30PM | Networking Sovereign Insurance is a proud supporter of Startup YHZ. Panelists: Colin Ross | Co-founder & CEO at Acoubit Communications Hamed Hanafi | President, Director of R&D, NovaResp Technologies Dane George | P.Eng., M.ASc., Rayleigh Solar Tech Mo AlGermozi | Co-Founder/ Clean Tech Entrepreneur in Materials & Energy Moderated By: Dr. Clifton Johnston | Associate Professor & NSERC Chair in Design Engineering Dr. Hamed […]

Mapping Growth : we are focused on goal setting, planning and mindset My name is Dave Reynolds and I have over 15 years of business development experience ranging from launching and developing new products, to refining sales strategies for companies all over Atlantic Canada My focus in business development recently has been targeted at growing sales teams, defining goals and structuring plans to support short term objectives and long term destinations. The Rumin8 Group’s goal with every client is to be able to take them from where they are to where they want to go at any stage of business! The day will be focused on three areas: 1. Business Development Mindset - Defining proactive business development vs. Reactive. This section creates a realization of how you need to look at business development before you even act on it. 2. Goal Setting - we separate the good goals from the great goals. We give structured processed on how to create short term and long term goals and keep them aligned. During the presentation we will give the mechanics and tracking to properly deliver a goal to your team and how to manage it at all levels. 3. Planning - Without […]

The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) and the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) are co-hosting a workshop for SMEs currently involved in space activities and to SMEs of high technology sectors interested to do so. The global patent filing related to various areas of the space sector has consistently grown over the last 40 years, according to the report Patents in Space recently released by CIPO. It has been recognized that in general, firms that protect their intellectual property (IP) are more likely to increase their revenues through leveraging of their IP assets, than those that do not. SMEs that patent their invention have a stronger tendency to become high-growth firms and to export. Please join this interactive in-person workshop by the CSA and CIPO experts to enhance your knowledge on IP strategy, technology transfer and commercialization in a business environment. Please note that seating is limited and registration is mandatory—Register early to reserve your spot! Registration closes at 5 p.m. on November 5. The session will be presented in English, participants are invited to communicate in their preferred official language (English or French). For more information email our support team Register

This is a key opportunity open to all those interested in attending for networking with OSC members, stakeholders and future members. We’re creating an efficient way for you to meet new people and have organized introductory conversations on topics of your interest, followed by open networking with a cash bar (1 beverage ticket included in the $20 ticket price). Don't miss out! Register

About the event AWSome Day is coming to Halifax for a one-day introduction training to the core AWS services for compute, storage, database, and networking. Our technical experts will cover key features and use cases, share best practices, walk through technical demos, and be available to answer your questions one-on-one. Who should attend This event is ideal for IT managers, system engineers, system administrators, and architects who are eager to learn more about cloud computing and how to get started on the AWS Cloud. Agenda 9:00AM–10:00AM:    Registration & Ask an AWS Expert 10:00AM–10:15AM:  Welcome 10:15AM–10:30AM:  Introduction to the AWS Cloud What is the Cloud and how it works? Cloud Deployment Models, Cloud Benefits What is the AWS Cloud? 10:30AM–11:30AM:  Core Services AWS Global Infrastructure: Regions, Availability Zones, Edge Locations AWS Management Interfaces AWS Networking: Virtual Private Cloud, Security Groups Amazon EC2 Demo 1: AWS VPC and EC2 11:30AM–12:00PM:  Core Services (cont’d) Store Your Data: Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), Glacier Demo 2: AWS S3 12:00PM–1:00PM:  Lunch & Ask an AWS Expert 1:00PM–2:00PM:  More AWS Services Auto Scaling and Load Balancing, Amazon CloudWatch AWS Database Services Demo 3: EC2 Autoscaling and ELB 2:00PM–3:10PM:  More AWS Services (cont’d) Amazon Route 53, AWS Cloudfront, AWS Lambda Automated Deployment: […]

This Pitch Competition is for Volta Residents, Network Members and anyone from the tech community at large in Atlantic Canada. This Pitch Competition, powered by Cox & Palmer, is an excellent opportunity to practice your pitch, fine-tune your deck, and get feedback from peers and industry professionals. You will also gain valuable experience presenting to investors, potential early adopters and a room full of people (you never know who may be sitting in the audience!) Each competition will have a judging panel, comprised of entrepreneurs, potential investors and community leaders. Judging will be based on the pitch, not the business, and will focus on the presentation quality and content. The winning Pitch will receive: 1) $500 Visa Gift Card 2) Name engraved on Volta’s "I've got 99 problems but my pitch ain't one" trophy 3) A photo on the “Pitch Wall of Fame” board 4) Cox & Palmer swag bag Lunch and refreshments will be served! How to Apply to Pitch: Fill out this form to apply for a slot to pitch. Space for pitching companies is limited. Please visit here for a list of regulations. Applications are due by Wednesday, November 6 at 5:00pm. Applications will be reviewed and […]

The Able Sense team is hosting the next Meetup in Wolfville! Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and merchants in the beautiful Annapolis Valley as we bring together ecommerce and marketing experts who are willing to talk about what’s new in ecommerce, their experiences and the skills that have led to their success. Able Sense is a full service ecommerce agency specializing in Shopify strategies and custom implementations for clients big and small. Register

Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency are sweeping the globe in a financial revolution. Learn about the technology the various new types of digital currency that exist, their applications, and the underlying infrastructure, Blockchain. Button Text

oin Refresh Annapolis Valley and the Acadia Entrepreneurship Center for Global Entrepreneurship Week as we celebrate the people and organizations who make our startup ecosystem. This will be Refresh’s last monthly meetup as we take an indefinite break. Don’t miss out! Side Door is a digital platform that matches performing artists with venues to create shows anytime, anywhere, on their own terms. Come meet CEO & Co-Founder Laura Simpson for a fireside chat and live performance with Cassie Josephine (Indie Folk Country princess). Laura and Cassie will talk about the challenges artists in the music business face and how Side Door ’s unique digital platform is defining a new business model capitalizing on the power of a networked community. Learn how Side Door is poised to hit $1 million in annual ticket sales by the end of 2020. A lite dinner will be served at 6PM, including networking and an unplugged set with Cassie Josephine. Laura’s Side Door startup story will be served as the main course at 6:45. Register

We’re kicking off the IDEA Speaker Series with three incredible keynote speakers whose courage to take risks helped launch their inspiring careers, and paved the way for future leaders in Atlantic Canada. Chris Huskilson, past CEO and president, Emera Inc., is a recognized trailblazer in the energy sector. During his close to 40-year career with Nova Scotia Power and Emera he helped position the company as an industry leader and innovator. Pat Ryan (BEng'83) founder and president of Neocon International, was the strategic architect behind the automotive OEM design and manufacturing leader that services "Grade A" customers such as Honda, General Motors, and Mercedes. Dale Robertson (BEng'78), founder of Enerscan Engineering and Enerscan Consultands Ltd., is a pioneer in the use of plastics for hardware in the electricity distribution industry, and is internationally recognize as a leader in energy management. The IDEA Speaker Series provides students, alumni, innovators and entrepreneurs with the tools, information, and motivation needed to drive a culture of innovation in Atlantic Canada. Event Details: 5:00 p.m - 7:30 p.m, November 25, 2019 Irving Oil Auditorium Richard Murray Building 5257 Morris Street, Halifax, NS Register  

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Jon is a developer and will share his perspectives on how PMs can improve how they work with developers. He has experience working in a dozen companies from start-ups he founded to joining established teams. Having experienced life as a developer, product manager, programmer and CTO he has observed what seems to work, and what seems to NOT work when making successful products. This presentation discusses some of the technical terms, practices, and cultures that affect product development successes and failures. He'll cover topics like timelines, tech debt, refactoring, development process, and more. Schedule: 530-6p: Arrive and meet other guests 6p-645: Talk and Q&A: Talk shop with other guests Register

Have you ever wondered what it takes to build more inclusive workplaces that are welcoming and attractive to Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math and digital-based occupations? Register