Past Events from January 27, 2022 – February 11, 2022 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Configuring and Optimizing WooCommerce with Eric Leuthardt

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7:00: Zoom opens -- 7:10 Opening Remarks -- 7:15 Presentation: Configuring and Optimizing WooCommerce with Eric Leuthardt Event Details: WooCommerce is the largest and most common eCommerce plugin for WordPress. This event will be an adventure into the configuration of WooCommerce as well as some optimization tips. There will be tips and lessons learned from building numerous stores including a primer on how I configure WooCommerce for my Printful stores. Bio: Eric Leuthardt walks the line between art and technology and does it with a New York no-nonsense approach. Programming since the mid-80s and web designing since the mid-90s, he officially began working in the IT industry in 1995. Two Master's degrees later (one in Computer Information Systems and one an MBA in Technology Management), Eric launched his own tech company and specializes in IT security and supporting small businesses. He also enjoys teaching classes and speaking to groups. Leveraging his undergrad degree in Video and Music Production moonlighting as a DJ for fifteen years, he was at home both on the radio and performing at events. When he transferred his talent into photography, he knew he had found his niche. A published photographer teaching and lecturing since 2008, he […]

DeepSense Info Session

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About this event Calling all undergrads and grads in Nova Scotia! Join DeepSense and learn about our AI, machine learning, and data analysis opportunities for your future co-ops, internships or research projects. Our session will dive into how DeepSense creates student/industry partnerships, how you can use our Super Computer infrastructure to build fascinating AI models, how to gain industry experience, and how to network and grow your career in a booming sector. DeepSense supports cost-effective collaborative projects between academic researchers and businesses in the ocean economy to drive innovation, commercialization, job creation and economic growth. By making better use of data through leveraging Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, DeepSense helps develop useful predictive models, analytical prototypes, and applications for use in the ocean economy. Delivered by partners with a global reputation, DeepSense is supported by IBM, Dalhousie University, the Province of Nova Scotia, the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, the Ocean Frontier Institute, and the Centre for Ocean Ventures and Entrepreneurship.

2022 Digital Future Summit

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Are you prepared for tomorrow’s dynamic digital economy? Discover what’s on the horizon, with curated thought leadership on business ideas, markets, policy, and best practices. Why Attend Canada’s socioeconomic prospects are at a crossroads in this globally competitive landscape. We need to have critical conversations about the choices we face, the trade-offs we make, and the policies we embrace to position Canada on the global stage. ICTC Horizon is the largest virtual summit of its kind, drawing over 3,000 participants, including industry leaders, policy makers, innovative thinkers, and community participants. Spend February 1st and 2nd with us and leave knowing how to prepare for our future. World-Class Speakers You’ll hear diverse perspectives from global and community leaders that have an eye on the horizon. Exclusive Interactivity We’re not just talking about Q&A sessions. Meet the speakers in exclusive breakout rooms, network with thought leaders, and be part of a real-time discussion about the future of our digital economy. Community Keep the conversations going after it’s all done and revisit your favourite talks and content.

Intro to Communitech Outposts

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Join Volta and Communitech on February 2, 2022 at 12pm AST to learn about the Communitech Outposts program and how it can help you. About this event When: Wednesday, February 2, 2022 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm AST Where: Virtual via Zoom (a link with log in details will be sent to you at 9:00am on Wednesday, February 2, 2022) Description: Are you ready to expand to international markets? Communitech Outposts makes it easy to hire in-market talent in more than 160 countries so you don’t have to worry about the hassle of setting up and maintaining a foreign back office. No entity, no problem. Communitech Outposts is an “Employer-of-Record” service. You do the recruiting. We do the heavy lifting. All you have to do is find your new team member, then we take care of hiring, payroll, group health benefits, severance and more through our network of in-country entities. With Communitech Outposts, you can get boots on the ground in weeks, not months. Save time and money. The exponential time and costs of establishing and managing foreign entities and local regulations is often a deterrent to entering new markets. Communitech Outposts increases your opportunity to rapidly enter new sales markets […]

Transforming the Public Sector Municipalities Edition – Powered by Tech-Savvy Women

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In this special series, forward-thinking government leaders will share their vision, digital acceleration priorities and success measures for digital service delivery. They will also be encouraged to discuss how they can work with the tech community to provide business value, identify specific opportunities for co-creation and address ways to cultivate a more effective partnership-based approach.

Manage Stress with EFT

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As a business owner, there is so much that can leave you feeling mentally exhausted, stressed, anxious, or depressed – long hours, unpredictable cash flow, significant changes in your industry, and having responsibility for your business and employees. Stress and exhaustion can affect your ability to run your business, and it can also impact your relationships with family, friends, employees, suppliers, and customers. Thankfully, there is a solution to help. You can learn to manage your stress and anxiety through the Emotion Freedom Technique (EFT). EFT is an effective skill to help you balance your emotions, based on traditional Chinese medicine theory. In this session, Tom Tian will teach you all about EFT. Tom has been a master EFT trainer for 13 years. He is a member of CAATCM (Canadian Association of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine), a TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) doctor and registered acupuncturist. He is the owner of “I Stop Pain Acupuncture Centre” in Halifax since 2007. At this session, you will learn about: What EFT is The development of EFT How to do EFT How to manage your stress and anxiety with EFT When you can do EFT The benefit of EFT for health and stress […]

February Open House & Masterclass in Podcasting

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Join Erin Trafford and Dave Trafford, our executive producers for a lunch time zoom chat to learn more about: The Podcast Industry and how it's growing How having a podcast can serve you and your brand More about Story Studio Network and how to get involves Time for Q&A at the end

Entrepreneur Success Stories

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Welcome to “Entrepreneur Success Stories,” where every month successful entrepreneurs from Nova Scotia share their entrepreneurial stories! Come to these sessions to learn how other entrepreneurs started out, what their journeys were like, and what challenges they overcame to find business success. This month, join Mufaro Chakabuda. She is the founder and CEO of the Maritime Centre for African Dance Inc., the President of Chaks Publishing House, and the President of masteps.com. In this session, learn how Mufaro started her business with less than $20 and about her initial struggles and success. In this session, Mufaro will talk about: Getting to Canada How and where she started her business journey Overcoming resistance – telling her story about starting with $19.50 to scaling internationally Building something out of nothing , with her perspective as a black, female immigrant Crossing borders and scaling from a local Business to an international business Creating an ARTS business – “Artrepreneurship” – and building value in your craft To attend this session, you must: Be an ISANS business client Have a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level of 5+

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Get into IT Information Session

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Interested in learning more about our Get into IT Program? We invite you to join us for one of our information sessions! Applications for the program will be opening on February 15th, 2022 for learners who are interested in pursuing an entry-level career as an IT Support Specialist or as a Cybersecurity Analyst. Designed to support those who have traditionally faced barriers entering Nova Scotia’s tech sector, Get Into IT is a no cost program for training and upskilling Indigenous Persons, Black Nova Scotians, persons of African Descent, racially visible individuals, persons with disabilities, immigrants, and women. Participants must be 18+, unemployed or underemployed*, have a high school diploma, GED certificate or a referral from a community organization, be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, and are a Nova Scotia resident. Professional development, industry networking opportunities, and in-course support will also be offered as part of this 25-week technical skills training program. A major objective is to ensure that by the end of this course, graduates find meaningful job opportunities that will allow them to become active members of the province’s tech sector, and contribute to a diverse and innovative industry. Join us for an Information Session followed-up with a […]

AI 104: The Strategic Value of Data

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AI104 – The Strategic Value of Data will explore how to leverage data analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to add real value to your business by enabling your organization or clients to see information and make informed business decisions.

Coded Bias Film Screening & Discussion

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This film screening & discussion will feature Shalini Kantayya's film ' Coded Bias'. This event is in recognition of the International Day for Women and Girls in Science. The hope is that this screening and discussion will encourage reflection and passionate collaboration between participants on the topic of bias in STEM. Coded Bias explores the fallout of MIT Media Lab researcher Joy Buolamwini´s startling discovery that facial recognition does not see dark-skinned faces and women accurately, and her journey to push for the first-ever legislation in the U.S. to govern against bias in the algorithms that impact us all. This film is rated M for Mature Audience (17+) and is open to all. Screening will take place via Zoom, a link will be emailed to all those registered. A discussion will follow the screening and will be led by Dr. Shohini Ghose, award-winning Quantum Physicist and NSERC Chair for Women in Science and Engineering, Ontario region.