BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Halifax
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0300
TZNAME:ADT
DTSTART:20200308T060000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0300
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:AST
DTSTART:20201101T050000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0300
TZNAME:ADT
DTSTART:20210314T060000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0300
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:AST
DTSTART:20211107T050000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0300
TZNAME:ADT
DTSTART:20220313T060000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0300
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:AST
DTSTART:20221106T050000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211107
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211015T184853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T184853Z
UID:3458193-1635984000-1636243199@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:QueerTech Qareers Virtual Fair
DESCRIPTION:A National LGBTQ2S+ Virtual Job Fair \nBuilding the best companies starts with building diverse and inclusive teams. QueerTech Qareers Virtual Fair connects the skills of the queer community with employers who believe diversity is their greatest asset. Looking for your next tech position? Get started TODAY with the QueerTech Qareers Virtual Fair. \nJoin us on November 4-5 as QueerTech connects you with Canada’s top tech employers. Let’s queer the tech ecosystem together! \nQueerTech’s Qareer fair will connect you with tech employers from startups to Fortune 500s interested in what you have to bring to the table. Come prepared to meet and chat with Canada’s leading employers. \nBe sure to: \n\nPrepare an electronic copy of your resume\nUpdate your LinkedIn Profile\nBe ready to connect virtually (Virtual event platform instructions coming soon)\n\nWe believe in employment access for all. This event is FREE to attend.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/queertech-qareers-virtual-fair/
CATEGORIES:Events,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/QT-Qareers-Virtual-Fair-Template-Presentation-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211108T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211108T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211102T131858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T131858Z
UID:3464231-1636371000-1636374600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:The Business Value of DevOps
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE webinar with Enterprise Data Professional and Dalhousie Instructor Roy Kaushik. \nYou will learn why DevOps and Cloud have such widespread adoption in the Enterprise. Roy will also share details about our new Certificate in DevOps and Cloud Fundamentals and be happy to answer your questions.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/the-business-value-of-devops/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/80f53599-776f-42e8-819d-25a49813c08a.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211103T141718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T141718Z
UID:3464301-1636452000-1636455600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:How Loyalty Marketing Can Increase Profit
DESCRIPTION:Business Support Series\nThe Business Support Webinar Series will explore timely topics with  industry experts to provide key insights and answers on the best ways to succeed as a business.  Hosted by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce\, this series will feature a wide range of topics on how to survive and thrive. \nAs businesses seek to revitalize as we move into recovery from the pandemic\, loyalty marketing provides an excellent digital platform to increase customer engagement and profitability. \nWhether you’ve already implemented a successful loyalty program – or you’re looking to get one started\, we invite you to join Maria Caines with Bay to Main Street Consulting to learn how selecting the best features can result in even greater resiliency for the future! \nDuring this webinar you’ll learn: \n\nHow loyalty marketing can increase profitability.\nIncrease customer engagement for a competitive edge.\nIncrease knowledge of your customer for better decision-making.\n\nRegister today and submit your question!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/how-loyalty-marketing-can-increase-profit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/How-Loyalty-Marketing-can-increase-profits.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20210927T163817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T163817Z
UID:3455895-1636482600-1636488000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Network with UX-Minded Individuals
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\nIn this UX Salon event\, we will be networking and discussing current UX topics in groups. After a general welcome and opening remarks\, we will be able to go into breakout rooms and discuss some UX topics and get to know each other. Breakout rooms will depend on attendance. \n6:30 – 6:35 – Attendees join\n6:35- 6:40 – Intro remarks\n6:40 – 7:00 (Question 1 & Breakout rooms)\n7:00 – 7:20 (Question 2 & Breakout rooms)\n7:20 – 7:40 (Question 3 & Breakout rooms)\n7:40 – 8:00 Regroup and chat. Closing remarks
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/network-with-ux-minded-individuals/
CATEGORIES:Events,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211110T173817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T173847Z
UID:3464620-1636531200-1636563600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Accelerating Growth with Non-Dilutive Sources of Capital
DESCRIPTION:Considering funding options to help accelerate your company’s growth? \nLook beyond expensive equity financing and discover non-dilutive funding options. Geared toward early-stage entrepreneurs\, this webinar explores how to effectively leverage non-dilutive financing sources – specifically SR&ED and government grant programs. \nThrough this webinar\, you will get a better understanding of: \n\nHow to navigate Government funding for your company\nHow to utilize venture debt for entrepreneurs\nHow Government funding differs from loans and equity\nThe different non-dilutive funding options available (SR&ED Tax Credits\, and Government Grant Programs)\nAn overview of eligible activities\, projects\, and potential funding\nHow OKR Financial can help you\n\nOur IGNITE Northern office is located at 352 East River Road\, New Glasgow. \nCan’t attend in person? Join the session virtually via Zoom\, links will be provided upon registering!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/accelerating-growth-with-non-dilutive-sources-of-capital/
LOCATION:IGNITE Northern Office\, 352 East River Rd\, New Glasgow\, Nova Scotia\, B2H 3P7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Meetups,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Accelerating-Growth-with-Non-Dilutive-Sources-of-Capital.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211103T142042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T142042Z
UID:3464304-1636538400-1636542000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Selecting a PMO Solution That is Right for You
DESCRIPTION:Business Support Series\nThe Business Support Webinar Series will explore timely topics with  industry experts to provide key insights and answers on the best ways to succeed as a business.  Hosted by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce\, this series will feature a wide range of topics on how to survive and thrive. \nJoin Cynthia Giles\, Sr. Project Manager with Capstone Project Solutions for an interactive discussion around best practices to identify what you need in your Portfolio future\, how best to research your options\, review a summary of tools on the market and our scoring of their capabilities\, and which organization size and complexity matches each type of portfolio tool. We’ll finish the webinar with an Encore demo. \nKey Takeaways of this webinar: \n\nDeveloping best practices for managing a Portfolio & Project (PPM)\nOptimizing your research options\nUpdated information on tools available on the market\n\nHow does this topic help support the business community? \nRaises awareness for the three main categories of Portfolio solutions on the market and how to match your business type and needs with the right one. \nRegister today and submit your question!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/selecting-a-pmo-solution-that-is-right-for-you/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/PMO.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211110T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211109T140913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T140913Z
UID:3464522-1636542000-1636567200@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Savvy - Virtual Marketing Conference
DESCRIPTION:An exclusive one-day virtual conference designed for the savviest social media marketers and executives. Hear insights from industry leaders on the social channels\, formats\, and strategies propelling the top brands of today to greatness\, how to inspire audiences to action in the age of social commerce\, and the importance of leveraging data-driven creative every step of the way.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/savvy-virtual-marketing-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Dash-Hudson-Savvy.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211105T172844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T172844Z
UID:3464444-1636552800-1636556400@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Live Proposal Audit: How our Sales Engineers transform deals for the win!
DESCRIPTION:Join our top Sales Engineer\, Luke\, as he walks through a formal audit of a customer proposal and shares best practices to help level up your deal documents and closing process. \nIf you’re interested in taking your sales documents to the next level and kicking up your close rates\, be sure to join our deal expert\, Luke MacGillivary\, for a real-time look into his proposal audit process. \nLuke will do a formal review of an actual customer deal document and share the top insights he uses to help SMB’s around the world boost their close rates. \nHighlights include: \n\nWhat best practices your proposals and quotes could be missing.\nHow to implement proven tactics from our State of Proposals to win more business.\nHow to use video and imagery to increase your close rate.\nThe most common pitfalls we see in documents and how to avoid them.\n\nWhether you’re a new or power user of Proposify\, you’re ready to win more business\, or you’re passionate about great design and closing more deals – we encourage you to attend!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/live-proposal-audit-how-our-sales-engineers-transform-deals-for-the-win-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Live-Proposal-Audit.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211112T170356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T170356Z
UID:3464677-1636736400-1636920000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Housing Crisis Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to announce ShiftKey Labs’ first Hackathon of the semester\, the Housing Crisis Hackathon! \nHackathons challenge participants to create economically and technologically viable solutions for real challenges faced in a variety of sectors and businesses. On this three-day event\, participants will be pitching and presenting innovative solutions for the housing crisis that Halifax currently faces. \nNot only will participants have a chance to make a real impact in our community\, make connections\, and showcase their skills\, but will also be competing for amazing prizes!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/housing-crisis-hackathon/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_183286839_359068752201_1_original.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211119
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211022T133039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T115424Z
UID:3463156-1637020800-1637279999@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Tech Hiring Fair for Senior Developers
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our speed-interviewing event and find your next great employee. You’ll talk to pre-vetted candidates with diverse backgrounds and skills. All candidates have at least 7 years of work experience. You get to interview many candidates and shortlist a selection for more detailed interviews later. Each day is dedicated to a certain skill set. \nYou can speed interview candidates with the following skills: \n\nJavaScript\nAndroid\, IOS\, React Native\nPython\nData Engineers\nGolang\nRuby on Rails\nJava\n\nEmployers will have the opportunity to pitch their companies and meet top talent.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/tech-hiring-fair-for-senior-developers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/banner1-social-generic.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211102T130900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T131034Z
UID:3464228-1637064000-1637067600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Boost the Value of Your Learning
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to get more from your past and future learning? The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Microcredentials programs in the Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development help recognize the value of your skills and knowledge and help you promote yourself. RPL awards benefits such as advanced standing or program admission while microcredentials demonstrate mastery of practical—and immediately applicable—skills. \nIn this webinar you will: \n\nReceive an overview of the Microcredentials and RPL Programs\nHear how both programs can help you achieve your academic and career goals\nLearn more about how to take part in Microcredentials or RPL
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/boost-the-value-of-your-learning/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/ecd96611-6f04-4ebb-ad1e-2ae08acf44dc.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211104T171930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T171930Z
UID:3464361-1637157600-1637163000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Navigating support for LGBTQ2+ led businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join Canadian experts to learn how to find government support for your LGBTQ2+ business & hear about the value of diversity in our economy \nAs part of Innovation Canada’s Webinar Series\, join Canadian experts to learn how to find the right government support for your LGBTQ2+ business and to hear about the value of diversity and inclusion in a robust economy. \nOur panel of industry experts will provide insights into their experience and observations growing LGBTQ2+ businesses. Plus\, hear from Advisors on how to navigate the government support landscape and learn more about some of the work underway to support LGBTQ2+ entrepreneurs. \nA Q&A session with all panelists will wrap up this dynamic and informative discussion. \nWe’ll welcome: \n\nCanada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce\nConnie Stacey\, President and Founder of Edmonton-based Growing Greener Innovations\, and SheEO venture\nErin Roach\, Executive Director\, Diversity Institute\, Ryerson University\nKusala Jayasuriya\, Innovation Advisor with Innovation Canada\nChristina McDonald\, Marketing and Outreach Manager with Innovation Canada\n\nPlease note: This session will be conducted largely in English but material and resources will be made available in both official languages and participants are encouraged to ask questions in the official language of their choice.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/navigating-support-for-lgbtq2-led-businesses-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Innovation-Canada-Banner.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211118T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211115T164318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T164318Z
UID:3464751-1637229600-1637235000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Keeping Capital in Nova Scotia
DESCRIPTION:A conversation about local procurement and the opportunities it can create for our local economy and communities. \nJoin us on November 18th to engage in a conversation about what Nova Scotia could look like if we made a shift towards purchasing based on achieving multiple outcomes in addition to maximizing financial value. \nBuilding community capital is the means for creating healthy communities. Localprocurement leverages a community value from existing purchases and contracts; procurementbecomes a tool for building healthy and sustainable communities. We will host a panel of finance and community development experts to discuss key strategies on how we can successfully integrate the concept of local procurement to the broader business community here in Nova Scotia!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/keeping-capital-in-nova-scotia/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/localprocurementbanner1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211112T170143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T170143Z
UID:3464673-1637240400-1637244000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Masterclass Ep 29 - Service Equipment & Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday November 18th at 12pm EST for Masterclass Episode 29: Service Equipment & Maintenance! \nServicing a piece of equipment can be complicated. Whether part of a preventative maintenance agreement or a warranty service\, equipment maintenance can be difficult to manage without proper tools at your disposal. \nJonas provides an easy way to plan\, track and optimize equipment maintenance by automating the process of managing service history\, scheduling maintenance visits\, and creating work order tickets. Our service management software is highly configurable\, allowing you to create customized checklists and identify the inventory required for each task. \nJoin us Thursday\, November 18th for a live look at how Jonas can help streamline the process of servicing and maintaining your equipment. \nWhat will be covered: \n\nSetting up service items/equipment\nAdding Belts & Filters against equipment\nScheduling maintenance visits\nCreating customized checklists
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/masterclass-ep-29-service-equipment-maintenance/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Jonas-Masterclass.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211123T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211025T183651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T183652Z
UID:3464003-1637661600-1637665200@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Voice Search 101
DESCRIPTION:Search Engine Optimization can be overwhelming as it is\, but now adding voice search into the mix\, and it can start feeling chaotic. Join John Cody\, CEO & President at Social Spike Marketing Group and learn tools and tricks to help cut through all the noise and break down the actionable items you can do today\, to help strengthen your visibility online for 2022 and beyond.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/voice-search-101/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Voice-Search-101.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211116T143653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T143653Z
UID:3464801-1637683200-1637686800@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:How to Build Your Best Team
DESCRIPTION:Are you trying to build out your team\, and not sure where to start? Or maybe you have hit a roadblock or obstacle in the process? Join Volta and RBC on Tuesday\, November 23\, 2021 at 4:00pm AST for a discussion with Alice Thomas\, Sr. Director\, Finance Technology\, RBC and Erin Urquhart – Director\, QTS Business Management\, RBC Capital Markets on how to successfully build your team as they have done so themselves. \nThis session will cover the below and more: \n\nHow to perfect your hiring practices\nEstablishing expectations\nImportance of diversity in your team (different backgrounds\, experiences\, ages\, and opinions)
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/how-to-build-your-best-team/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/How-to-Build-Your-Best-Team.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211115T165429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T165429Z
UID:3464756-1637748000-1637753400@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Computational Fluid Dynamics: An Overview of Popular Software Packages
DESCRIPTION:Computational Fluid Dynamics\, or CFD\, is the science of using numerical methods and computers to solve a set of partial differential equations to quantitatively predict fluid flow or heat transfer in an application. It is used in a variety of fields\, from aero/hydrodynamics to energy\, combustion\, environmental flows\, biomedical engineering and many more. Using CFD simulations significantly reduces the number of design prototypes required\, saving considerable time and money in the design process – accounting for its rising importance in R&D. There are numerous CFD software packages\, both commercial and open-source (free)\, the suitability of each based on the user’s knowledge\, budget\, and intended application. This presentation will provide an overview of some of the most popular CFD packages\, their capabilities\, and pros and cons\, to help you choose the one that will work best for your company.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/computational-fluid-dynamics-an-overview-of-popular-software-packages/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/ACENET.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211124T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211119T122700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T122850Z
UID:3464985-1637762400-1637766000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Closing Indigenous digital divides: Connectivity and digital equity projects funded by CIRA
DESCRIPTION:We have never relied on the internet more – for work\, for school\, for keeping in touch with friends and family. But slow\, choppy internet remains the norm for many across the country. \nThink of the last time you had a problem connecting to the internet — everything you did came to a grinding halt. Super frustrating\, right? Now imagine this happening to you every single day\, preventing you from doing the simplest things online. And\, to add insult to injury\, imagine your internet cost as much as $1000 a month. \nUnfortunately\, this is a daily reality for Indigenous communities from coast to coast to coast. \nRecognizing this inequality\, CIRA made changes to its Community Investment Program Grants initiative to place a special emphasis on funding internet-related projects that benefit Indigenous communities. \nAs a member-based\, mission-driven\, not-for-profit\, CIRA’s Grants are a crucial contribution toward our goal to promote a trusted internet for Canadians. Every .CA domain name registered or renewed contributes to this program. \nJoin us to hear about the journey of three inspiring\, Indigenous-led projects that will help bridge the digital divide – and learn what you can do to keep the momentum going. \nRegister now to attend our virtual event. Attendance is free\, but you must RSVP to join. \nMeet our panelists: \n\nChristine Smith-Martin\, Executive Director\, Coastal First Nations – Great Bear Initiative Society\nDenise Williams\, CEO\, First Nations Technology Council\nRandy Radney\, Education Manager\, Tŝilhqot’in National Government\nModerator: Madeleine Redfern\, Chief Operating Officer at CanArctic Inuit Networks\, and former Mayor of Iqaluit\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy participate? \n#1 Learn about Indigenous-led internet projects: Hear firsthand stories that highlight how Indigenous communities are taking internet issues into their own hands. Our panelists will shed light on the unique challenges they face and how they’re leading innovative digital partnership projects to get their communities up to speed. \n#2 Get involved: Your loyalty to your .CA domain helps fund these Indigenous-led internet projects. Learn what more you can do to contribute to a trusted internet.  You’ll also have an opportunity to ask the panel your questions. \n#3 Q&A with CIRA leaders: CIRA members are invited to stay on for 30 minutes immediately following the panel discussion to learn more about CIRA’s Community Investment Program and the policy and advocacy work we’re involved in. Hear from Tanya O’Callaghan\, CIRA VP\, Community Investment\, Policy and Advocacy\, and Maureen James\, CIRA Community Investment Program Manager. \n#4 Support the path to reconciliation: CIRA will donate $10 to the National Centre on Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) on behalf of each person who attends this event. The NCTR is a place of learning and dialogue where the truths of Residential School Survivors\, families and communities are honoured and kept safe for future generations.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/closing-indigenous-digital-divides-connectivity-and-digital-equity-projects-funded-by-cira/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Events,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CIRA-event.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211124T153000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211104T172053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T172053Z
UID:3464364-1637762400-1637767800@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Navigating support for Indigenous-led businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join Canadian experts to learn how to find government support for your Indigenous-led business in Canada \nIndustry leaders will provide valuable insights and perspective on the journey to starting\, building and growing business in Canada. \nWe’ll also share tips that may help Indigenous entrepreneurs identify the government and private sector programs and services that might be right for their business\, at every step on the journey. \nOur panel presentation will feature guests from the National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) which is the parent association behind 50 Aboriginal Financial Institutions (AFI)\, the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB)\, and the Aboriginal Business Financing Directorate at Indigenous Services Canada. In addition\, we will welcome Indigenous entrepreneurs Paul Giles and Melissa Hardy-Giles of Immersive Link in a fireside chat-style discussion led by Innovation Canada Senior Innovation Advisor Marc Appleby as they share their journey from start up to success. \nA Q&A session with all panelists will wrap up this dynamic and informative discussion. \nWe’ll welcome: \n\nKevin Rose\, National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association\nPhilip Ducharme or Paul-Emile McNab\, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business\nPaul Giles and Melissa Hardy-Giles of Immersive Link\nMarc Appleby\, Senior Innovation Advisor with Innovation Canada• Christina McDonald\, Marketing and Outreach Manager with Innovation Canada\n\nPlease note: This session will be conducted largely in English but material and resources will be made available in both official languages and participants should feel comfortable asking questions in the official language of their choice.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/navigating-support-for-indigenous-led-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Innovation-Canada-Banner.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211124T210000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211123T152723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211123T152723Z
UID:3465294-1637780400-1637787600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Meetup #67: A theme on a theme
DESCRIPTION:A Certified Online Business Manager\, Kimberly Charron helps busy consultants\, coaches\, bloggers\, authors\, and SaaS founders free themselves up to concentrate on their zone of genius by managing their day-to-day projects\, operations\, team members\, and metrics\, so they don’t have to. She brings with her many years of experience offering writing\, editing\, social media/marketing management\, and tech services\, plus a background in music\, theatre\, education\, and admin. \nA WordPress aficionado\, she has run her own websites since 2008 as well as built websites for clients. She has also helped run this WordPress Halifax Meetup since she moved to Halifax in 2017. \nIn her spare time\, you can find Kimberly volunteering\, coaching fellow homeschoolers\, and enjoying knitting and hand spinning.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/meetup-67-a-theme-on-a-theme/
CATEGORIES:Meetups,Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Website-Theme.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211125T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211125T203000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211124T163057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211124T163057Z
UID:3465343-1637823600-1637872200@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Offering Creative Services: A Creative Kick Panel
DESCRIPTION:Five commercial artists open up about the ins and outs of offering creative services.\nAttention all photographers\, designers\, videographers\, animators\, illustrators and others who offer a creative service! \nThe Creative Kick has asked five business owners in a variety of disciplines to sit down and dish out the details around being a creative worker. We’ll cover topics such as: \n\nHow to find clients.\nWhat it’s like to pivot from offering a service to passive income.\nNiching down or remaining broad.\nTrying to get that elusive work/life\, especially when doing everything yourself.\n\nNo matter if you’ve been selling your services for a while\, or are just considering taking the leap… this panel is for you!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/offering-creative-services-a-creative-kick-panel/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_189345449_390984439011_1_original.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211125T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211125T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211124T182132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211124T182132Z
UID:3465353-1637839800-1637843400@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:The Business Value of DevOps
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE webinar with Enterprise Data Professional and Dalhousie Instructor Roy Kaushik. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn why DevOps and Cloud have such widespread adoption in the Enterprise. Roy will also share details about our new Certificate in DevOPs and Cloud Fundamentals and be happy to answer your questions.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/the-business-value-of-devops-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/e06b64df-4edf-401b-bbc0-b593660e7cfd.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211126T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211110T162133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T162133Z
UID:3464601-1637924400-1637931600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Techsploration's 24th Annual Program Launch
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! Join us as we embark on our 24th program year! \nOur Annual Program Launch celebrates the beginning of our new program year by thanking those who make our programming possible: YOU. \nOur hybrid in-person/online Launch will provide you with a unique opportunity to see your support in action. You will hear from program participants and gain insight into our program model for 2022. \nThere will also be a delicious plated lunch for our in-person guests!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/techsplorations-24th-annual-program-launch/
LOCATION:Brightwood Golf & Country Club\, 227 School St\, Dartmouth\, Nova Scotia\, B3A 2Y5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Techsploration.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211102T130519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T130519Z
UID:3464224-1637928000-1637931600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Why Positive Workplace Culture Matters
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be hosting a discussion of why a positive workplace culture is more critical now than ever. With so many employers aiming to foster psychological safety\, improve morale\, and retain valued talent\, we need these strategies more than ever before. There’s talk about the Great Resignation\, yet the biggest reason people leave their job isn’t really about money. It’s about relationships. Let’s learn together some critical ideas about strengthening those important workplace relationships and making a more positive workplace culture.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/why-positive-workplace-culture-matters/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/7267caf4-2fbf-40f7-95d5-493e7e067011.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211022T124807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T135155Z
UID:3463140-1638262800-1638273600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Deep Learning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on webinar\, Dr. Danny Silver and Dr. Andy McIntyre of the Acadia Institute for Data Analytics will share a high-level overview of the key elements of neural networks and deep learning\, and recent advances that allow deep networks to solve challenging problems. Participants will engage in hands-on learning and building their own deep models using prepared software (Keras and Tensorflow). \nProgramming or coding experience is not a requirement for participants\, as all code needed will be provided\, however some programming experience will help! For this workshop\, you will need a laptop or desktop with the latest version of the Chrome browser\, and a Google account for using Google Drive. \nAnyone who is interested in this session must register by November 23rd and complete a short study prior to the workshop (which will be sent to you). \nAbout the Presenters\nDr. Andy McIntyre\, Associate Director & Data Scientist \nAndy completed a Bachelor of Science degree at Mount Allison University in 2000. Andy continued his academic pursuits at Dalhousie University\, enrolling in the Masters of Computer Science Program and later graduating with a Ph.D. in the field in 2007. Andy’s focus has mainly been machine learning with specific interest in evolutionary computation\, a population-based meta learning technique for model building. \nHis work has most recently included a 10-year role as senior researcher with the Network Information Management and Security group at Dalhousie\, working on computer gaming and behaviour mining applications. He was a previously a postdoc with the department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science\, investigating shape-based\, predictive GP / imaging models and had further postdoctoral collaborations with National Research Council Canada Institute for Biodiagnostics Atlantic at the Neuroimaging Research Laboratory\, developing models of functional connectivity with clustering and classification algorithms applied to large-scale\, resting-state functional MRI (brain-imaging) data. \nAndy currently holds an adjunct professor designation at Dalhousie and an adjunct position with the Jodrey School of Computer Science at Acadia University with 19 publications and has been named on five US patents as of 2020. Andy assumed the role of Data Scientist at the Acadia Institute for Data Analytics as of October 2018 and has recently taken on the role of Associate Director. \nDr. Danny Silver\, Data Scientist\, Acadia Institute for Data Analytics & Professor\, Jodrey School of Computer Science at Acadia University \nDanny is a Professor in and former Director of the Jodrey School of Computer Science at Acadia University. His areas of research and development are machine learning\, data mining\, user modeling\, and adaptive systems. He has published over 60 scientific papers\, edited special journal editions\, and has been part of the organizing or program committee for a number of national and international conferences\, seminars and workshops. Most recently he was awarded a Harrison McCain Foundation Award for research into advanced machine learning methods. \nSince 1993\, he has worked on machine learning and data mining projects in the private and public sector providing situation analysis and problem definition\, project management and guidance\, and predictive analytic services. In 2011\, he received the Science Champion Award from the Nova Scotia Discovery Centre for his work on youth robotics and the advancement of STEM education.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/deep-learning-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Deep-Learning-Workshop.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211130T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211103T121511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T121511Z
UID:3464275-1638271800-1638275400@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Fintech Bridge - Ireland and Canada
DESCRIPTION:With special thanks to the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service and the support of the Embassy of Canada to Ireland\, Fintech Ireland is delighted to host another excellent Fintech Bridge Event\, this time with Canada. \nFollowing hot on the heels of the Release of the famous Fintech Ireland maps on Thursday 18th November 2021\, we get to take a deeper look at fintech in Canada and Ireland and the opportunity for the industry in each other’s country. \nDid you know that Canada’s GDP at USD $1.65tn is almost four times that of Ireland at $420bn. Canada provides Irish fintech\, regtech and finserv with an excellent opportunity to scale their businesses in North America\, while Ireland provides these Canadian businesses with an European beachhead to access both a local population of 5mn and 27 EU Member States. \nDid you know that: \n\nthere are more that 350+ fintechs operating from Ireland locally and scaling internationally.\nmore than 100 Irish tech start-ups together raised a record €932m in the first half of 2021 from venture capital\, debt finance\, grants and crowdfunding.\nCanadian FinTech sector is poised to grow further in 2021 following $700m of investments in Q1 2021\, led by deals in Toronto.\nCompanies based in Toronto raised half of the 10 largest FinTech deals in Canada.\n\nFurther details about the event\, content and speakers to be announced shortly.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/fintech-bridge-ireland-and-canada/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_173671999_140400064672_1_original.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211130T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211103T143113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211103T143113Z
UID:3464309-1638271800-1638277200@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Thinking Outside the Webinar: Using short form video to build your brand and entertain your audience
DESCRIPTION:Power Lunch is back\, and going virtual! \nYou’re invited to join us as we serve up our Power Lunch featuring workshops from selected members to deliver expertise you can use to grow your business. Our Power Lunch leaders will walk you through information on a range of business topics\, offer key takeaways\, and answer your questions. \nPower Lunch will be held once monthly from October 2021 through March 2022\, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m\, delivered virtually. \nAs this year’s sessions are free for participants\, we ask that you keep your registration to no more than two sessions\, to allow for a larger diversity of attendees. \nAbout this Webinar \nWe will bust the myth that short form videos are for teens who dance and prove they can be used for professional business purposes. \nIn this session you will: \n\nIdentify how short form video fits into the content ecosystem\nDetermine if your business is an appropriate candidate for short-form video\nDiscuss various video platforms\nLearn how to recycle content across platforms\nAdapt content into short-form videos
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/thinking-outside-the-webinar-using-short-form-video-to-build-your-brand-and-entertain-your-audience/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CWB-Power-Lunch-Series.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20211130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20211130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T020626
CREATED:20211110T182817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211110T182817Z
UID:3464634-1638284400-1638288000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Global Speaker Series: Bring About What You Think About with Eddie LeMoine
DESCRIPTION:Surprisingly\, top performers do not necessarily work more hours or have more product knowledge. However\, they do have a set of common characteristics that allow them to create the habits needed to achieve their goals. In this powerful keynote presentation\, Eddie LeMoine shares insights gained from his research on this topic. He explores the principles from his bestselling book\, “Bring About What You Think About.” He reveals a straightforward approach to increasing your personal and professional success. \nEddie loves what he does and welcomes the opportunity to share his insights and enthusiasm with you. His concepts resonate across different cultures\, age groups and occupations. Participants come away inspired and motivated to make lasting changes in their lives. \nThis presentation is packed with valuable ideas interwoven with inspiring anecdotes and accented with humour and emotion. Eddie’s practical approach provides you with techniques you can use immediately in your work and personal life. \nYou will discover how to: \n\nBecome happier at work and home.\nImprove business and personal relationships.\nCreate more of what you would like to have and less of what you would not\nRemove the disempowering beliefs that hinder success.\nEmploy the power of emotions on relationships\, success\, health and happiness.\nBreakthrough fears to achieve higher levels of success.\nForesee pitfalls along the way and avoid them.\nEnjoy living life “in the moment.”\nAttract abundance in all areas of life.\nAchieve the outcome you desire.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/global-speaker-series-bring-about-what-you-think-about-with-eddie-lemoine/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Bring-About-What-You-Think-About-with-Eddie-LeMoine.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR