Register now for the TECH7 Summit! In-person tickets are extremely limited and capped at two per organization. On October 28, TECHNATION invites you to the 2025 TECH7 Summit - live in Ottawa and online. This high-stakes event, held during Canada’s G7 Presidency, brings together top government and industry leaders to address the most pressing digital challenges of our time, from AI adoption and cybersecurity to trade and digital infrastructure resilience. This year’s Summit builds on the TECH7 2025 Joint Declaration. The theme Building Trust and Accelerating AI Adoption aligns directly with Canada’s G7 priorities and offers a rare opportunity to influence global digital policy at the highest level. Join 200+ senior government officials, tech executives and global experts for high-impact dialogue and actionable collaboration on: Responsible AI adoption and governance Cyber-resilient infrastructure Harmonized digital trade policy Trust-building across public and private sectors Summit Details Date: Tuesday, October 28 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Cinq à Sept networking reception to follow) Location: Ottawa / Virtual (Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa) Event Details | Agenda | Registration Please note: in-person tickets are extremely limited and are capped at two per member organization to ensure broad industry representation.  Ticket Pricing: In-Person: $600 Register In-Person Government - Free – please […]

ALUMNI & DEVELOPMENT Cape Breton University, in collaboration with the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Cape Breton Partnership, will host a special luncheon event titled Perseverance and Prosperity: Imagining a Vibrant Future for Our Island. This gathering will bring together members of the business community for an important update on CBU’s current position, the lessons learned along its journey and its vision for the future.

CBDC Hants Kings is excited to invite you to our Fall Celebration - it's so big that we only do it every 2-3 years!    It is on Wednesday, October 29, from 3:00–5:00 p.m. at Devour! Studios in Wolfville. Come celebrate business resilience and local entrepreneurship, connect with fellow business leaders across the region, and enjoy an inspiring keynote from Eleanor Beaton—award-winning entrepreneur, podcaster, and founder of Safi Media. We’ll also be presenting the Business Award of Distinction from the Atlantic Association of CBDCs to recognize a remarkable business journey in our region. Event Details: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 3:00–5:00 p.m. Devour! Studios, 360 Main Street, Wolfville Catered by Cumin Kitchen & Drink Please register at the link below, we’d love to see you there! If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact: darren.atherton@cbdc.ca Eleanor Beaton is the founder of Safi Media, a coaching and education company dedicated to doubling the number of women founders who sustainably scale to $1M+ by 2030, and the host of the Woman Owned podcast, now ranked in the top 0.5% of all podcasts globally, providing insights and strategies to empower women entrepreneurs. Since 2016, Eleanor has provided training to over 25,000 women entrepreneurs worldwide. A former chair of […]

We are excited to be collaborating with the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) to launch Startup Huddle Halifax — the first of its kind here in the Province. Startup Huddle is a global program created by the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN). It provides a safe and supportive environment where founders present their ventures, share their biggest challenges, and receive constructive feedback from peers, mentors, investors, and community members. It’s not a pitch competition — it’s about authentic stories, real challenges, and collective problem-solving. Startup Huddle is now active in cities around the world, connecting entrepreneurs to networks of support and collaboration. Together, Tribe Network and GEN are creating a monthly forum where the community can: Hear authentic founder stories and challenges Offer feedback, ideas, and connections Build stronger links across Halifax’s startup ecosystem and connect to a global network of innovators Whether you’re a founder, mentor, student, or ecosystem supporter, we’d love to have you join us for the very first Startup Huddle Halifax. Want to pitch your startup? Founders get 6 minutes to present their biggest challenge, followed by 20 minutes of collaborative and constructive feedback from the room. Founders walk away with lessons they can apply in their ventures and new connections across […]

An interactive discussion for tech-sector People & Culture and Talent leaders Join TAP Network and Microserve on November 4th for a morning of bold conversations about how AI is transforming the way we find and hire talent. No slides. No panels. Just practical, peer-level exchange among professionals shaping the future of hiring in tech. In-person event: Calgary, AB Join TAP Network and Microserve for a morning of bold practitioner-led conversations  with your peers in tech talent. The world of tech recruiting is shifting—fast. AI is disrupting how we build teams and how we source, assess, and engage talent. New legislation is on the horizon. And yet… the talent shortage? Still very real. So let’s talk about it. No long slide deck. No panels. No fluff. Just real talk among People & Culture, Talent Acquisition and HR leaders who live and breathe tech talent. This isn’t about consensus, it’s about challenging assumptions, sharing lived experiences, and surfacing the hot takes you won’t find in your average LinkedIn scroll. We’ll unpack questions like: How is AI impacting quality of hire? Is AI bias really worse than human bias? Should shortlisting decisions require human review? Who should attend This event is for tech recruiters, talent leaders, and people professionals looking to exchange insights—not job seekers. It’s designed for […]

Great products don't thrive in isolation, they grow through the teams who sell, support and champion them every day. join us for a lively panel discussion wth Sandra, Sarah and Sarah, where we'll explore how collaboration across teams like these drive product success.

Join DEFCON Halifax on Nov 6th at Volta! Network and hear Levi Ogbaje talk about the skills and mindset you need to break into CyberSecurity

About this event NOTE: The workshops provided by Invest Nova Scotia, in partnerships with Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) and Export Development Canada (EDC), are primarily available to businesses based in Nova Scotia. If your company is located outside of Nova Scotia and you wish to participate, you may be added to a waitlist for future opportunities. Priority will be given to Nova Scotia-based businesses. Market and sell your goods or services effectively anywhere in the world by developing effective strategies, creating a strong international brand and building deeper relationships with your customers. This International Sales and Marketing course details the considerations an organization must make when promoting and selling products and/or services beyond its domestic borders. Learn how to build your company’s brand, develop effective sales and marketing strategies, build a high demand for your product and create strong relationships with your customers. Download Full Course Outline PDF This four-day course will take place on the following dates: Day 1: Thursday, November 13, 2025, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Day 2: Friday, November 14, 2025, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Day 3: Thursday, November 20, 2025, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Day 4: Friday, November 21, 2025, […]

Overview BSides Halifax is back for 2025! Come join us for another great day of talks and treats as we celebrate the local infosec community. BSides Halifax is proud to announce our 5th (and definitely annual!) Halifax BSides conference! The event will once again be held in person on Thursday, November 13th, 2025, and we can’t wait to bring another full day of talks, networking, and community togetherness to Halifax’s security scene. We’re once again partnering with ShiftKey Labs and will be hosting the conference at Dalhousie University’s Computer Science Building. As always, everyone is welcome — whether you’re a seasoned analyst, an application security expert, or brand new to the field. Tickets will again be available for a minimum donation of $13.37, and we’ll keep that price point as long as we possibly can. This year, all proceeds will go to support the IWK Health Centre, helping improve care and outcomes for children and families across the maritimes. We’re expanding a bit this year too — in addition to coffee and snacks throughout the day, lunch will be provided for all attendees. Expect a mix of familiar faces, new voices, and a fresh lineup of talks and activities. We’re excited to see everyone again this November and to continue […]

Are you looking to strengthen and streamline your security posture and keep ahead of the latest cyber threats? Virtual Check Point Engage 2025 brings together the cybersecurity industry to explore the latest solutions and strategies to protect organizations in today’s complex threat landscape. Location: Virtual

Overview PureLogic IT Solutions & Palo Alto Networks invite you to a deep dive into how AI is transforming cybersecurity in defence and marine environments. AI-Driven Security for the Modern Maritime Domain Join us for an exciting event focusing on exploring how AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, integrated through partnerships like Palo Alto Networks and PureLogic IT Solutions, can enhance digital resilience across naval, coast guard, and marine operational environments — from deployable systems to data-at-sea security. This in-person event will take place at COVE (Colin MacLean Hall) 27 Parker St, Dartmouth, NS where experts in the field will discuss cutting-edge technologies and strategies to enhance security in the maritime industry. Don't miss this opportunity to network with industry leaders and stay ahead of the curve in maritime security. Agenda 11:00 - 11:15 Welcome & Opening Remarks PureLogic IT Solutions Welcome attendees and outline objectives. Highlight the strategic importance of AI-enabled cybersecurity for the Royal Canadian Navy, Coast Guard, and marine innovation sectors. 11:15 - 12:00 Keynote: The Future of AI-Driven Cyber Defence Palo Alto Networks How Palo Alto Networks integrates AI across threat prevention, detection, and automated response. Overview of AI’s role in safeguarding maritime networks, SOC, sensor systems, and operational technology (OT). 12:00 - […]

Description ✨Explore the Future, Together Step into the world of exponential technologies—where AI, quantum computing, blockchain, and AR are transforming how we live, work, and connect. This quarter, we’re exploring how these innovations are reshaping industries and what they mean for the queer community. Join us at the QT Connect Meetup in Halifax, hosted by Volta Effect. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships in a welcoming, inclusive space where tech and community come together. Date: Nov 25, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM AT Location: VOLTA - 1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, this meetup offers a welcoming space for everyone. Enjoy engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a chance to unwind with fellow professionals. We don't want ticket costs to be a barrier to joining us in this discussion. We have scholarship and volunteer tickets available. To sign up for a scholarship ticket or to volunteer, fill out this form. Event Schedule & Agenda 5:00 pm Registration & Networking 5:45 pm QT & Partner Welcome and Announcements 6:00 pm Activation Hour 6:45 pm Ask & Offer 7:00 pm Open Networking 7:45 pm Event Closes   […]

Between crypto rebounds, AI breakthroughs, and shifting market moods, 2025 has been full of noise. This session takes a step back to see what’s actually happening underneath it all. We’ll start with the foundations: what makes Bitcoin work, how blockchain builds trust through decentralization and cryptography, and what’s new in crypto, including stablecoins, tokenization, institutional investment, and regulation reshaping the space. Then we’ll zoom out to how AI is transforming finance and where these two worlds are beginning to overlap. Using recent market data and investor sentiment, the talk connects the dots between technology, capital flows, and behaviour, uncovering where innovation is emerging and how markets are responding to it. 6:00PM – 6:15PM: Welcome & Registration 6:15PM – 6:20PM: Sponsor Speech 6:20PM – 7:00PM: Presentation 7:00PM – 7:45PM: Networking 7:45PM – 8:00PM: Program End

Details You deliver a flawless product, built on user needs and tested, only to watch users quietly ignore it. Sounds familiar? The design isn’t the problem. The transition is. Even the best human-centred process can’t guarantee success if people aren’t ready for change. What if your work truly solved a problem? What if your products were wholeheartedly welcomed? Kedar Kadam, our November speaker, believes the key is guiding people through change during digital transformations and product development. We’ll explore ways to make products (and product changes) stick, not just get them launched. We'll dive into running change management alongside human‑centred design from day one to turn user resistance into fast and lasting "yes" and "thank you". Join us for a discussion on improving user adoption and rediscovering that sense of satisfaction when your work genuinely makes a difference. > Agenda 7:00 PM Doors open, networking time 7:15 PM Introductions from the event hosts, Nata and Ruby 7:20 PM Beyond Usability: Design for Adoption with Kedar Kadam 7:50 PM Q&A 8:15 PM Networking and wrap-up 8:45 PM Doors close > Speaker Bio Kedar Kadam is a UX leader with over two decades co-creating award-winning healthcare solutions that drive adoption and improve patient outcomes. Former Director of Product Experience at ResMed/MatrixCare, […]

About this event Are you a small or medium enterprise (SME) in Atlantic Canada offering defence or marine solutions, or interested in selling to the government? This is your opportunity to connect directly with government buyers and explore how your enterprise can become a supplier to the public sector. While the event highlights marine and defence procurement, it is open to all small enterprises. Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) – Atlantic Region, in collaboration with the Department of National Defence and the Province of Nova Scotia - with support from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), invites you to a high-impact full day of networking, learning, and business development. What This Event Will Deliver Strategic Connections: meet procurement representatives from federal, provincial, and municipal governments actively seeking defence and marine solutions, as well as a variety of goods and services. Business Intelligence: learn what public buyers are looking for and how to navigate procurement processes. Support & Resources: discover PAC’s programs and services designed to help small businesses navigate the federal procurement process. Why You Should Attend Direct access to government buyers who will be hosting booths and sharing insights on what they purchase. Practical guidance on how to become a supplier to the public sector. A chance to market […]