Events from May 28, 2025 – September 4, 2019 › Meetups › – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Vibe Coding Meetup

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Nova Scotia, Canada

Description: Join us for our inaugural Vibe Coding session - a community-powered night of collaboration for Atlantic Canada’s AI builders. This first meetup will be led by Matt Cooper, CEO of Volta, and features special guest Sam Silver - one of our community’s rising stars. Come ready to code, connect, and spark ideas that could shape what’s next. Agenda Intros Share about current projects / demos Q&A Who Should Join Early‑stage founders prototyping ideas Developers working with AI/ML toolchains Designers and product folks curious about code and data Anyone who thrives on collaborative energy and hands‑on learning Bring: Your laptop (with your preferred dev environment) An idea, snippet, or tool you want feedback on How to RSVP Space is limited so be sure to secure your spot by registering here before capacity fills. You’ll receive full venue details and a short pre‑meetup survey to tailor the evening’s challenges. NOTE: If you are unable to attend any of our events 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 to use your image in promotional and/or […]

Free

Fintech Drinks Halifax

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

​​Ticket includes 2 drinks and canapes. ​✨ Spark new exchanges with fintech enthusiasts during our Fintech Drinks. ✨ ​Welcoming Newcomers & Embracing New Perspectives: The Future of Immigrant Entrepreneurs in Fintech Canada’s fintech sector has always seen new demographics as an essential market, highlighting their potential and contributions. As immigration policies evolve, we find ourselves in a shifting landscape that brings new opportunities and challenges. Many newcomers are bravely launching their own businesses to fill the gaps in financial services that they experienced in their home countries. ​This raises an important question: How can we genuinely foster and support the innovation driven by immigrant entrepreneurs to grow the fintech sector?

$20 – $30
Recurring

Third Wednesday

Atlantica Hotel Halifax 1980 Robie St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us at Third Wednesday! Pop by and chat with Halifax's tech/media/marketing community at the Atlantica Hotel. Introduce yourself during the 30-second intro/opportunity spots, and meet a great group of interesting people to chat with. All welcome, no need to register!

Symposium on Growing Exports in Nova Scotia

Dalhousie University, Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building. 6100 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Join and share your insights at the Spring 2025 edition of the Symposium on Growing Exports in Nova Scotia, which will take place on May 29, 2025, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm, at Dalhousie University, Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building. This event is organized by the Canadian International Council (CIC) – Halifax branch, the Sobey School of Business, Saint Mary’s University and the Faculty of Management, Dalhousie University and is proudly supported by Halifax Partnership, Nova Scotia Seafood Alliance and the Government of Nova Scotia. The symposium will include a networking opportunity, a business panel discussion and facilitated group discussions focused on the key question: How Can We Grow Exports from Nova Scotia? The symposium aims to bridge the gap between business practice, academic research and economic development activities to enhance the export capabilities of businesses in Nova Scotia. The event will bring together business leaders, academics and public sector experts to discuss actionable strategies for export growth. Key Outcomes: Strengthen connections between business leaders, academics, policymakers and economic developers to build long-term partnerships that drive export growth. Facilitate knowledge exchange to help Nova Scotia businesses grow exports. Provide a platform for participants to meet, share experiences, and establish professional relationships that […]

From Savannas to Spreadsheets: Data Visualization for Humans

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Our visual system evolved to spot predators in grasslands, not interpret stacked bar charts in boardrooms. Data visualization is a clever hack, re-purposing ancient visual processing mechanisms to communicate abstract numerical concepts our brains weren’t designed to grasp. This evolutionary mismatch explains our struggle with visualizations and vulnerability to optical illusions, scale distortions, and poor visual channel selections. This talk explores how understanding human visual perception can transform how we create effective visualizations. You’ll learn which visual channels (color, position, size, etc.) best match specific data types and practical techniques that work with rather than against our visual cognition. For analysts, scientists, and executives alike, these evidence-based principles will help you craft visualizations that bypass confusion and foster genuine understanding.

Coffee, Community and Co-Work

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Need a change of scenery while you work? Join us for Coffee, Community and Co-Work at Volta! Enjoy a productive day in a collaborative environment with a stunning view of Halifax. What to Expect: ✅ Workspace access for the day ✅ Complimentary coffee, tea and treats ✅ A welcoming community of founders, innovators, and professionals Whether you're a remote worker, entrepreneur, or just looking for a fresh work environment, drop in for an hour or stay all day—your desk (and coffee) is waiting!

Free

Info Session: Black Youth AI Fellowship

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join us for a free, virtual info session to learn everything you need to know about the Black Youth AI Fellowship — an 8-week program designed to equip Black university students in Canada with real-world AI skills, mentorship, and a national network. Applications are now open for our first cohort, and this session will help you understand what the program offers and how to submit a strong application. What We’ll Cover During this one-hour session, you’ll: Meet the program leads and hear from the Tribe Network team Learn what you’ll gain from the Fellowship (skills, mentorship, projects, and more) Get a sneak peek at our modules and hackathon experience Understand who’s eligible and how to apply Ask your questions live Who Should Attend Black college or university students in Canada Students interested in AI, creativity, tech, innovation, entrepreneurship, or career growth Anyone unsure if they qualify or want to know more before applying Why You Should Come This isn’t just a tech program — it’s a launchpad. If you’re curious about AI but don’t know where to start, this session will help you take the first step with confidence. No prior experience in AI or coding is needed — just curiosity and a willingness […]

Free

DEFCON Halifax June Meet-Up

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Join DEFCON Halifax June 5 at Volta for networking & a DevSecOps masterclass by Rida Rashid. No pitches, just real insights.

Free

London Tech Week

Innovators. Investors. Tech giants. The visionaries applying new tech to solve the world’s biggest problems. Enterprise tech leaders who are creating solutions to make work easier and life more fun. They all come to London Tech Week to see where tech will take them next. With over 90 countries represented, this is where the global tech ecosystem intersects with the investment, innovation and talent which calls London home. London Tech Week is expanding – with double the space at Olympia, new features and a whole new experience. Want to discover where tech can take you?

Virtual Event

Third Wednesday

Atlantica Hotel Halifax 1980 Robie St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us at Third Wednesday! Pop by and chat with Halifax's tech/media/marketing community at the Atlantica Hotel. Introduce yourself during the 30-second intro/opportunity spots, and meet a great group of interesting people to chat with. All welcome, no need to register!