Details We're so glad you've joined UX Salon Halifax. We are really passionate about connecting the UX community and beyond. During our Meet and Greet, we'll discuss things like how often we should meet and where and topics we want to learn about in the next few months. Finally, it'll be great to get some face time with our members and network.
Alumni in St. John’s, NL are invited to the Vu Resto and Bar, 115 Duckworth Street, from 6-8 p.m. on June 8, 2022 for a great evening of food, fun and Acadia reminiscence. We’ll cover the cost of the meal and a complimentary drink, so all you have to do is show up and join Executive Director, Alumni Affairs Oonagh Proudfoot (’93, ’06) for this in-person event. It has been quite a while since we’ve visited Newfoundland and we’re really looking forward to catching up, hearing all your stories and sharing a few of our own!
Join us June 22nd at Garrison Brewing Company for an evening focused on career growth About this event Navigating career decisions is difficult, and planning your career is almost impossible. At this month’s Halihax event, we have three great speakers discussing the key soft skills and things you need to consider to grow your career, whether entering management or continuing as an individual contributor (where you're not managing people). We'll hear from our speakers on the common situation of having to choose between management and a technical role beyond senior individual contributor, and specifically how those critical soft skills play a huge role. We'll walk through best practices for new managers, what it looks like to step into management (and lessons learned along the way!), and how to navigate the commonly fuzzy nature of growing into a Staff+ role. This event will be hosted at Seaport Garrison Brewing Company with snacks and refreshments provided by Halihax, and our sponsors. Our Speakers Jennie Sanford: Head of HR @ Fellow Jennie has been working in Human Resources for more than 13 years in companies of 27 to 40,000 people. She focused the last 4 years of her career working in tech startups […]
An evening of game demos from local makers, gamedev discussions and plenty of board games! About this event The ISNS is pleased bring back our ISNS Connect event! Join fellow members, students, and friends of ISNS for an evening of game demos, gamedev discussions and board games! Admission includes snacks, as well as access to The Boardroom's library of 500+ board games! All attendees will also have the option of sharing their latest project with the group and gathering feedback during our dedicated "show & tell" hour. (If you are interested in presenting, please be sure to indicate this when purchasing your ticket.) Schedule: 6:00 Free play/social (arrive any time!) 7:00 Game showcase 8:00 Free play/social
Join us on June 14th to learn more about the Verschuren Centre! About this event Topic: Verschuren Centre Q&A Join us to learn more as we hear from Dr. Beth Mason, CEO of Verschuren Centre, an industrial solutions development and deployment centre, advancing sustainable resource management in their key fields of expertise - Renewable energy, Bio-processing, Aquaculture, and Carbon Materials. The Centre was established to facilitate a transition to a green and circular economy through supporting innovative clean technology commercialization. Through the Centre's collaborative approach and cutting-edge pilot scale test facilities, clients can develop their IP while connecting with partners, markets, and business development support to reach their market. Dr. Mason will talk about the company's path within the bioeconomy, their unique value within the bioeconomy, and their experience with the Careers in Sustainability program! Where: Join us virtually! Participants will receive a Zoom link closer to the event! When: Tuesday, June 14, 2022 from 10:00-11:00 AM AST About the Program: The Careers in Sustainability program, a joint initiative of the Nova Scotia Innovation Hub and IGNITE, is raising awareness about Nova Scotia’s bioeconomy and its many benefits, including creating clean, low-carbon products from underutilized resources while providing new and […]
We engage youth in the high needs community of North End Halifax to become change agents. They create innovative environments for long term impact in food security, education, social inclusion and disrupting the cycle of poverty. Hope Blooms initiatives are inclusive and diverse. Working together, the community builds urban organic food systems for everyone’s benefit. Programs are based on experiential learning. This social entrepreneurship creates an impact that is inspiring and supportive. More importantly, it mobilizes positive change. IN PERSON EVENT PROTOCOLS: Capacity: Venues will be operating at full capacity. Masks: Masks are encouraged. Physical distancing: Physical distancing is encouraged. Sanitizer Stations: Hand sanitizer stations will be available throughout the venue, including at registration. All attendees must sanitize at registration before entering.
Learn how to bring your humanity to the ever-evolving workplace. About this event Work and workplaces are challenging and changing. Many face a return to work with continued transformations to how we work, whether we work from home, in a hybrid arrangement or in a physical workplace. This workshop will provide you with tools that will aid you in meeting the demands of your roles efficiently, effectively, and productively while attending to your well-being. Topics include: How to bring our humanity to our work while being true to our values and continue our self growth Ways to achieve a harmonious and productive return to the office How we can contribute to a healthy and safe work environment defined by positivity, inclusion and belonging. Co-Facilitated By: Pierre Battah - Award-winning author and a leadership and HR specialist. He is a longtime nationally syndicated workplace columnist for CBC/Radio-Canada, and a TEDx presenter. His book Humanity at Work, Leading for Better Relationships and Results was released internationally in 2020 and won a gold medal at the Nautilus Book Awards in the US. Françoise Roy - Founder of Solva Leadership and specialist in women’s leadership development and providing counsel in strategic communication. She was […]
Mount Saint Vincent Alumni Association Annual General Meeting (Hybrid) Monday, June 20, 2022 @ 5:30 pm McCain Centre, Room 105, MSVU Campus Recognition Dinner to follow Registration required. If you have any additional questions about the event, please email alumni@msvu.ca
About this event In partnership with Dalhousie Agricultural Campus, IGNITE Atlantic is hosting this workshop to support and encourage the discussion surrounding automation in the agriculture industry. The event will take place at Dalhousie's Jenkins Hall. Founded in 1905, Dalhousie's Agricultural Campus stands at the threshold of a new era in agricultural education, training and research. This event will introduce Dalhousie's new SmartFarm program. What you can expect: 10:00am - 10:10am: IGNITE Introduction 10:10am - 10:30am: Dalhousie SmartFarm Introduction 10:30am - 11:30am: AgTech Solution Panel (Moderated by Dal AC) An opportunity for diverse stakeholders to discuss the possibilities and challenges in adopting automation technology in Atlantic Canada. 11:30am - 12:15pm: Lunch & Networking Enjoy a barbeque lunch catered by Chartwells. 12:15pm - 1:00pm: Open Discussion Participants will be separated into groups of 5-8 people to discuss what’s next for automation in farming, and how these projects can be supported and funded. 1:00pm: Wrap up and next steps
Keynote with Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration, Jill Balser With a population of over one million people, Nova Scotia is growing quickly. The goal? To reach two million people by 2060. The Province of Nova Scotia wants to be strategic in this growth to build on the momentum we've been experiencing since 2015 provincewide, particularly here in Halifax. Leading the effort is Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration, Jill Balser. On June 23, please join us for a lunch and learn to learn more about how the Province is working to grow the population, attract the skilled workers we need most, address labour shortages, and make sure people feel welcome and stay. Reaching the goal of two million will take a team effort, come find out how your business can benefit and be part of the team. Presented by: Minister of Labour, Skills, and Immigration Jill Balser The Honourable Jill Balser was born and raised in Digby. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology from the University of New Brunswick Saint John and a postgraduate diploma in Sport and Event Marketing from George Brown College. She is working toward completing her Master's Degree in Community Development. Minister […]
Join STEM Connector to network, celebrate our rebranding, and learn about the free flash mentorship program through DeepSense and Surge. About this event After two years of online meetings, let's re-connect in person! Join local students and industry professionals in the first STEM Connector networking event. Take time to make new connections, grow your network, and refresh yourself with local treats as we celebrate the rebranding of STEM Connector, formerly known as the DeepSense X SURGE Industry Mentorship Program. The event kicks off at 4pmADT and runs till 6pmADT, drop in at any point during that time for networking and refreshments. STEM Connector Program STEM Connector is a free program that uses a flash mentorship model to provide short-term but meaningful connections with mentors to work on specific skills in your field. STEM Connector is run through the MentorCity online platform, where you can choose your own mentor for short-term mentorship, schedule meeting times, chat and collaborate with people across the STEM spectrum. If you haven’t already, make sure you sign up for STEM Connector today: https://deepsense.ca/mentorship/ Location The PIER is a sector-focused living lab for port innovation, planning and strategy established by the Halifax Port Authority. Located at the […]
Details Summer is here at last! Time to ditch those jackets, get outside and enjoy the sun, AND join our first in-person meetup in 3 years! We are super excited to see you all again IRL soon! Join us on July 7th (Thursday) as we listen to Jamie Gerrard, a UX consultant and Haligonian, as he talks about taking a people-first approach to designing websites, mobile apps, and other digital products. Jamie's industry experience spans over 18 years and includes private and public sectors, startups, and Fortune 500 companies in the telecommunications, financial, education, government, hospitality, and travel & tourism industries. In the past, he has held several senior leadership positions, including Design Principal, Director of Product & Marketing, Director of User Experience, and Digital Strategist. Connect with him: https://www.jamiegerrard.com There will be time for some Q&A and networking. This is a FREE event thanks to our friends at Volta.
