Come hang out with Halifax’s tech, media, and marketing community in a laid-back setting. Take a 30-second intro/opportunity spot to introduce yourself, share what you’re working on, or let people know what you’re looking for, and meet a bunch of friendly, interesting folks. All are welcome, and there’s no need to register. Just show up!
Overview Join DEFCON Halifax on Feb 5th at Volta! Network and hear Jay H talk about Anti-Hate OSINT as an OSINT Case Study: From AI to Job-Seeking DEFCON Halifax – February Meet-Up 📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Thursday, February 5th, 2026 🕡 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Volta, Halifax 🎤 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: Presented by Jay Heisler, a former Voice of America reporter, the only Canada-based reporter at the time, and currently a freelance journalist for London Politica, who has taught citizen journalism remotely to veterans in the US. Jay will present a talk titled 'Anti-Hate OSINT as an OSINT Case Study: From AI to Job-Seeking,' exploring the world of AI through OSINT. 🔍 What’s This All About? DEFCON Halifax is your local hub for hackers, tinkerers, and cybersecurity pros. Whether you're just curious or deep in the field, you're welcome here. Come to learn, connect, and be part of Halifax’s growing infosec community. 💡 Why You Should Come: Meet fellow hackers, makers, and defenders Learn about the latest security trends and best practices Share knowledge in a laid-back, pressure-free environment No sponsors. No sales. Just real people and real conversations 🤝 Community-Powered and Proudly Sponsor-Free DEFCON Halifax aims to create an environment free from sales pitches. We […]
♾️Agentics Foundation — Halifax Launch Meetup Autonomous AI in Practice: From Curiosity to Capability Agentic AI is no longer a theory experiment or a lab curiosity. It’s becoming a practical way to build systems that plan, decide, act, and adapt, with real autonomy. This meetup marks the first Halifax gathering of the Agentics Foundation, a global, not-for-profit community dedicated to advancing agent-based artificial intelligence through open tools, education, and collaboration. Whether you’re new to the idea of autonomous agents or already experimenting with them, this session is designed to help you understand what agentic AI actually is, why it matters, and how people are using it today. What You’ll Learn What “agentic AI” really means How autonomous agents differ from chatbots, copilots, and traditional AI workflows. Real tools, real demos See practical examples using agentic frameworks and infrastructure, how agents coordinate tasks, persist memory, and execute actions in the real world. From theory to practice Where agentic systems are already being applied: automation, research, ops, trading, data pipelines, and more. How to get involved Ways to contribute to open-source projects, join global chapters, or help shape the Halifax agentic AI community from day one. Why This Meetup Matters Halifax has a […]
Join Volta for an evening of showcasing AI applications, knowledge sharing and collaboration at their AI Showcase and Mixer! When: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle St, Suite 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 Description: Dive into the world of AI at an evening of inspiring showcases, expert insights, and meaningful connections—in partnership with DeepSense. Together with DeepSense, Volta is bringing the AI community together to spotlight real-world innovation, practical applications, and the people shaping what’s next. What’s in store: 🚀 Showcase – Experience live AI demos and projects from innovators in the field. 📚 Learn – Hear from industry experts and on how AI is being applied across real-world use cases. 🤝 Network – Connect with professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and AI enthusiasts from across the ecosystem. Agenda: 6:00 PM – Doors Open 6:30 PM – Welcome from the Host 6:35 PM – AI Demos & Presentations 8:00 PM – Wrap-Up Demos & Presentations 8:30 PM – Doors Close NOTE: If you are unable to attend the event please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our team to better prepare for every event. By attending this event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to Volta and DeepSense to use your image in […]
Network with some great folks from Halifax’s tech/media/marketing community at this month's Third Wednesday networking event!
Details UX NS is excited to welcome Barb Spanton to this month’s meetup! There’s a quiet shift happening in the industry. UX professionals are drawn to work that genuinely helps people - work that aims to make a difference and solve real problems. For many, that path leads to healthcare products and services. Then reality hits. Doing meaningful work in healthcare is hard. Progress is slow. Regulation is heavy. Legacy systems, complex integrations, and high stakes are the norm. Meanwhile, fast-moving startups promise higher pay, shinier titles, and the thrill of “moving fast and breaking things.” This talk looks beyond the idealized idea of “meaningful work” and into the lived reality of creating impact in complex, highly regulated domains. With Barb Spanton, this session will explore what impact really means in healthcare, why it’s often underestimated, and how professionals can find purpose, progress, and influence—even when the work is anything but glamorous. Join UX NS for an engaging and thought-provoking evening. Snacks and drinks will be served. Agenda 7:00 PM Doors open, networking time, snacks and drinks 7:15 PM Introductions from the event hosts, Nata and Ruby 7:20 PM Doing Work That Matters with Barb Spanton 7:50 PM Q&A 8:15 PM Networking and wrap-up 8:45 PM Doors close […]
Join DEFCON Halifax on March 5th at Volta! Network and hear Alexander speak on Automation Gone Wrong: Lessons from a Subdomain Takeover DEFCON Halifax – March Meet-Up 📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Thursday, March 5th, 2026 🕡 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Volta, Halifax 🎤 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: Presented by Alexander S, a senior Software Developer and Quality Engineer with over 6 years building backend systems and implementing test automation. Alexander will present a talk titled 'Automation Gone Wrong: Lessons from a Subdomain Takeover,' where one attacker noticed the deleted S3 bucket and a subdomain that serves malicious content to all visitors. He'll walk through what happened, the safeguards that did not exist or failed, and practical steps to reduce your exposure to similar automation failures. 🔍 What’s This All About? DEFCON Halifax is your local hub for hackers, tinkerers, and cybersecurity pros. Whether you're just curious or deep in the field, you're welcome. Come to learn, connect, and be part of Halifax’s growing infosec community. 💡 Why You Should Come: Meet fellow hackers, makers, and defenders Learn about the latest security trends and best practices Share knowledge in a laid-back, pressure-free environment No sponsors. No sales. Just real people and real […]
Join us for this months Vibe Coding Meetup! When: Monday, March 9 , 2026 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle St., Unit 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 Description: Join Volta for the next Vibe Coding Meetup with Sam Silver, where you'll explore one of the most powerful ways to level up your AI-assisted development workflow: Custom Rules Files for Vibe Coding. In this session, you’ll learn how to create and use .cursorrules and claude.md files — persistent instruction sets that act as the “brain” behind your AI coding assistants. These configuration files automatically append themselves to every prompt, giving you a consistent, reliable foundation for all of your AI-generated code. Plus, there will be a special walkthrough from Jonathan Seller, who will demonstrate how he uses Spec-Driven Development with Speckit — a workflow that turns clear specs into structured, repeatable execution with AI. Whether you’re building solo, collaborating in a team, or juggling multiple projects, custom rules files ensure your AI tools always understand your: Tech stack Coding standards & style guides Architectural patterns Component structures Naming conventions Project-specific workflows No more repeating the same instructions. No more inconsistent code. Just faster, clearer, more predictable development with AI. Speaker: Jonathan […]
An interactive meetup where you will explore various topics in AI and machine learning. This event is open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced data scientists, interested in expanding their knowledge and practical skills and meet new people. WHEN: Monday, Feb 23rd, 6-8pm LOCATION: VOLTA. Speaker Lineup (5 min presentations, 10 mins Q&A): Hamideh Baharlouei (Congratulations on recently defending her PhD!): Cyber threats on unmanned vehicle Networks Svitlana Lynne: Future of AI and practical tips on how to prepare for it Rabjot Kaur: TBD Huge thank you to Volta for providing space to connect in-person. At WiMLDS Halifax, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community of women in Machine Learning and Data Science. Come network with like-minded individuals, share your experiences, and engage in stimulating discussions around data analytics, predictive analytics, and more. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out in the field, this workshop is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with other women in tech.
Come hang out at Fintech Social Interested in meeting other like-minded people in fintech? Join Atlantic Fintech for an evening of casual fintech networking! Come say hi to Barb, Alicia and Mischka! Are you passionate about fintech? Do you find yourself talking about digital wallets at parties or secretly hoping someone brings up blockchain over coffee? Or maybe you want to meet some friendly faces who get just as excited about innovation in the financial space as you do. If any of that sounds like you, this is the perfect event. 🎊 Come hang out at Fintech Social 🎊. This isn’t your typical formal networking event; it's all about good vibes, great conversations, and connecting with people who are genuinely interested in the future of fintech. Whether you’re a founder planning your next big move, a developer who loves to chat about the latest tech trends, or someone who wants to learn more about what fintech is all about, you’ll feel right at home. And don’t worry if you’re new to the scene, everyone’s welcome, no secret handshake required. Come for the fintech, stay for the fun, and leave with new friends, fresh ideas, and maybe even a few good stories. […]
Need a change of scenery while you work? Join Volta for Coffee, Community and Co-Work! When: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 from 9:00am - 5:00pm Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle St., Unit 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 Description: Need a fresh workspace to fuel your focus? ☕✨ Come spend the day at Volta for Coffee, Community & Co-Work on Tuesday, February 24 from 9:00am - 5:00pm. This isn’t a structured event—just an open invitation to bring your laptop, settle in, and enjoy a change of scenery with harbour views, bottomless coffee, and good company. Here’s what you’ll enjoy: ✅ Workspace access all day—set up for an hour or stay until closing ✅ Complimentary coffee, tea, and treats to keep you energized ✅ A relaxed co-working vibe with founders, innovators, and professionals No agenda. Just a space to work, connect, and recharge your productivity. NOTE: If you are unable to attend any of our events please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows the team to better prepare for every event. By attending this event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to Volta to use your image in promotional and/or marketing materials.
DEFCON Halifax – April Meet-Up 📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 🕡 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Volta, Halifax 🎤 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: Presented by Maricar Aliasut, host of the HFX Lockpickers Club, "How to Pick Locks" is an introductory deep dive into the tools and tactile techniques of non-destructive entry. 🔍 What’s This All About? DEFCON Halifax is your local hub for hackers, tinkerers, and cybersecurity pros. Whether you're just curious or deep in the field, you're welcome here. Come to learn, connect, and be part of Halifax’s growing infosec community. 💡 Why You Should Come: Meet fellow hackers, makers, and defenders Learn about the latest security trends and best practices Share knowledge in a laid-back, pressure-free environment No sponsors. No sales. Just real people and real conversations 🤝 Community-Powered and Proudly Sponsor-Free DEFCON Halifax aims to create an environment free from sales pitches. They depend on our community's generosity to cover small expenses. When you register for your free ticket, you'll see an optional donation field. Please donate a few dollars. All donations go directly to enhancing DC902 events. Thank you for helping us grow this community! 📅 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲: 6:30 PM – Doors Open + Networking 6:50 PM – […]