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SUMMARY:Content That Connects: Social Strategy & Short-Form Videos
DESCRIPTION:A Lunch & Learn with Elevate Media\n\n\n\n\nSocial media can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re trying to show up consistently\, keep up with trends\, and create content that actually supports your business goals. \nIn this Lunch & Learn\, Elevate Media will walk you through the fundamentals of social media marketing and how it fits into a bigger\, modern marketing strategy. They’ll break down common platform terminology\, what matters most right now\, and how businesses can use social media in a way that feels authentic\, intentional\, and effective. \nThen they’ll shift into a hands-on demo using CapCut\, where you’ll learn how to create a simple short-form video from start to finish — perfect for Reels\, TikTok\, or YouTube Shorts. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n\nKey social media terms and platform basics (without the jargon)\nHow social media supports your overall marketing goals\nWhat makes content engaging — and why storytelling matters\nA beginner-friendly intro to CapCut\nHow to create and edit a short-form video/reel step-by-step\n\nWho this is for:\nThis session is great for small business owners\, staff\, entrepreneurs\, and anyone managing social media who wants a clearer strategy and practical tools to create content with confidence. \nWhat to bring (lunch is provided!):\n\nA smartphone (recommended)\nCapCut downloaded ahead of time (optional but encouraged)\nYur questions!\n\nWalk away with a better understanding of social media marketing and a simple process for creating short-form video content that connects with your audience.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/content-that-connects-social-strategy-short-form-videos/
LOCATION:Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre\, 500 George Street #suite 200\, Sydney\, NS\, Nova Scotia\, B1P 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Training
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SUMMARY:Fortinet Cybersecurity Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Halifax\, NS on February 3rd at Steele Wheels Motor Museum! \nModern enterprises are moving faster than ever—but attackers\, misconfigurations\, and SaaS sprawl are moving just as quickly. How do you scale applications\, APIs\, and cloud services without sacrificing performance\, security\, or visibility? \nJoin us for a dynamic session that showcases how Fortinet’s Application Delivery Controller (FortiADC) and Fortinet’s Cloud Access Security Broker (FortiCASB SSPM) work together to deliver unified application delivery\, protection\, and SaaS governance at any scale. Discover how FortiADC combines high-performance load balancing\, integrated WAF\, and API security to protect critical applications across on-premises\, hybrid\, and cloud environments. Then explore how FortiCASB SSPM shines a light on hidden SaaS risk—automatically discovering shadow IT\, eliminating dangerous misconfigurations\, and enforcing compliance across hundreds of applications. \nWalk away with practical strategies to close security gaps\, simplify operations\, and confidently deliver secure digital experiences—no matter where your apps and data live.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/fortinet-cybersecurity-talk/
LOCATION:Steele Wheels Motor Museum\, 66 Otter Lake ct\, Halifax\, NS\, B3S 1L9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260204T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
CREATED:20260128T182919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T182919Z
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SUMMARY:Exclusive Masterclass: Power Your Snapchat Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Snap has become one of the most powerful platforms for fueling creativity\, connection\, and real performance. For brands\, the opportunity goes beyond simply showing up\, it’s about unlocking the full potential of what the platform can deliver. Join Dash Social and Snap for an exclusive masterclass designed to help brands elevate their Snapchat strategy in 2026 and beyond. In this webinar\, you’ll learn: Snapchat content best practices that drive discovery\, engagement\, and impact – How to elevate creative performance on Snap using the right formats and workflows – What’s coming on Snap and how to stay ahead – Whether you’re just getting started on Snap or looking to refine your approach\, this session will leave you with clear takeaways you can apply immediately
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/exclusive-masterclass-power-your-snapchat-strategy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
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SUMMARY:Building with ML: Meetup & Shares
DESCRIPTION:REDspace has been hosting internal Building with ML meetups\, and they’ve been too good not to share with everyone. \nSo REDspace is inviting folks from the tech community to join them for a FREE fundamentals-first\, discussion-driven Machine Learning meetup. No conference talks or pitch decks\, this is real conversations about building these systems\, observing their behaviour\, and learning the art of building them. \nExpect:\n• Open discussion\, demos\, and problem-solving\n• Core concepts and practical techniques\n• All experience levels welcome\n• Lots of curiosity and shared learning \nBring something to share; a technique you tried\, a model behaviour you noticed\, a paper you found interesting\, or a project you’re working on. It’s open to the public\, all are welcome! \nSign-in: 5:00pm – 5:30pm
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/building-with-ml-meetup-shares/
LOCATION:REDSpace\, 168-1595 Bedford Hwy\, Bedford\, NS\, B4A 3Y4\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260205T110000
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CREATED:20251210T180055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T170247Z
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SUMMARY:Moving from Theory to Practice
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URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/moving-from-theory-to-practice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260205T190000
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SUMMARY:Science & Sustainability Speed Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Take the opportunity to showcase your organization’s impressive work\, discuss potential career paths\, and inspire fresh talent! \nEvent details \n\nDate: February 5th\, 2026\nTime: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\nLocation: Collaborative Health Education Building\, Room 170\n\nMore details will be sent to registrants closer to the event.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/science-sustainability-speed-networking-event/
LOCATION:Collaborative Health Education Building (CHEB)\, 5793 University Ave\, Halifax\, NS\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260205T203000
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SUMMARY:DEFCON Halifax February Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin 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\n\n\n\n\nDEFCON Halifax – February Meet-Up \n📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Thursday\, February 5th\, 2026 \n🕡 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM \n📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Volta\, Halifax \n🎤 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: \nPresented 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. \n🔍 What’s This All About? \nDEFCON 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. \n💡 Why You Should Come: \n\nMeet fellow hackers\, makers\, and defenders\nLearn about the latest security trends and best practices\nShare knowledge in a laid-back\, pressure-free environment\nNo sponsors. No sales. Just real people and real conversations\n\n🤝 Community-Powered and Proudly Sponsor-Free \nDEFCON Halifax aims to create an environment free from sales pitches. We 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. \nAll donations go directly to enhancing DC902 events. \nThank you for helping us grow this community! \n📅 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲: \n\n6:30 PM – Doors Open + Networking\n6:55 PM – Welcome\n7:00 PM – Jay’s Talk\n7:40 PM – Q&A\n8:00 PM – More Networking\n8:30 PM – Wrap-Up\n\n🌐 Can’t Make It In Person? \nNo problem! We live-stream our talks so you can join in from anywhere. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to get notified when we go live\, or rewatch this event and past meet-ups later at your convenience. \n📸 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀-𝗨𝗽: \n\nPhotos and a live stream of the talk will be taken during the event.\nIf you RSVP but can no longer attend or are feeling unwell\, please let us know.\nSpecial thanks to Volta for hosting us in their fantastic venue.\n\n\n\n\n\nReserve your spot today and join Halifax’s cybersecurity community for an evening of learning\, networking\, and meaningful conversations.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/defcon-halifax-february-meet-up-2/
LOCATION:VOLTA\, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Meetups
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SUMMARY:Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre Builders Hours
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday afternoon\, the Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre opens its doors for Builder Hours with a Volta team member Shri.\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Every Friday from 2:00pm – 4:30pm \nWhere: Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre\, 500 George St.\, Suit 200\, Sydney\, NS\, B1P 1K6 \nDescription: \nJoin us every Friday for Builder Office Hours at the Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre\, a relaxed\, drop-in space for people who love to build. \nFrom 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM\, the Innovation Centre opens its doors to founders\, engineers\, designers\, product thinkers\, students\, and curious builders at any stage. Whether you’re working on a side project\, refining an early-stage startup\, or just exploring new ideas\, this is a place to co-work\, share progress\, and learn from others. \nVolta team member will be on-site throughout the afternoon for conversation\, feedback\, and practical guidance. Bring your laptop\, ask questions\, demo what you’re building\, or simply plug into the local builder community.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/cape-breton-business-innovation-centre-builders-hours/
LOCATION:Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre\, 500 George Street #suite 200\, Sydney\, NS\, Nova Scotia\, B1P 1K6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260208T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
CREATED:20260205T142804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T142804Z
UID:3499591-1770555600-1770568200@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Collect. @ ShiftKey
DESCRIPTION:Collect. is bringing its creative and collaborative energy to ShiftKey and creating a space where students who are interested in computer science and tech can focus\, create\, and connect directly with professionals and innovators already involved in the Collect. community. Whether you’re building a technical project\, exploring a startup idea\, or diving into a personal passion\, this event offers the time\, tools\, and environment to make meaningful progress\, surrounded by people who share your drive. You’ll work through two focused deep-work sessions using the Pomodoro Method\, a productivity approach that helps you stay engaged through structured intervals of concentration and rest. Between sessions\, you’ll have the chance to meet and collaborate with peers and industry guests from the Collect. network. The event wraps up with an optional showcase where participants can share what they’ve been working on and connect over ideas\, feedback\, and inspiration. \n\nSchedule:\n1:00 PM — Kickoff & Introductions\nShare your goals and what you’re working on.\n1:15 PM — Deep Work Block #1 (50 min)\nWork independently or collaborate with others\, followed by a 10-minute break.\n2:15 PM — Deep Work Block #2 (50 min)\nContinue building momentum\, followed by another 10-minute break.\n3:15 PM — Demos & Closing\nShow your progress and network with others.\nWhy Attend?\n\nExperience a Collect. event — right here at ShiftKey \nConnect with industry professionals and fellow innovators\,\nBuild momentum on projects you care about\,\nLearn and apply productivity techniques that actually work\,\nCollaborate\, share ideas\, and get inspired\,\n\nThis collaboration is about bridging the community and connecting Collect.’s creative network with students who are passionate about tech.\nCome ready to focus\, create\, and connect.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/collect-shiftkey/
LOCATION:Shiftkey Labs\, 426-6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260209T173000
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CREATED:20260205T143051Z
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SUMMARY:Industry Showcase: Global Relay
DESCRIPTION:The Industry Showcase with Global Relay \nDate: Monday February 9\, 2026 \nTime: 4:00pm – 5:30pm \nLocation: Room 430 Slonim Conference Room\, Goldberg Computer Science Building \nRegistration: Click here to register \nBenefits of attending: \n\nLearn about the organization’s operations\nDiscover upcoming job and training opportunities\nLearn about a Halifax based company
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/industry-showcase-global-relay/
LOCATION:The Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 430\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260210T120000
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CREATED:20260119T151631Z
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UID:3498917-1770717600-1770724800@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Rural Mentor Network Social | Yarmouth
DESCRIPTION:Rural Mentor Network Social\n\n\n\n\nJoin IGNITE for a warm and welcoming gathering for retirees\, near-retirees\, and anyone 55 Plus. Enjoy treats while discovering how your knowledge\, skills and life experiences can support local youth\, entrepreneurs\, and community members. \nWhat to Expect:\n• Meet current mentors and hear their stories\n• Learn easy ways to get involved at your own pace\n• Connect with other local retirees
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/rural-mentor-network-social-yarmouth/
LOCATION:IGNITE Southern 208 Main St.\, Yarmouth\, Nova Scotia\, Canada\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260210T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
CREATED:20260204T172835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T172835Z
UID:3499513-1770724800-1770730200@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Export Development Program | Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Invest NS’s Export Development Program (EDP) and how it supports businesses looking to grow beyond Nova Scotia. \n\n\n\nJoin Invest NS for an overview of the Export Development Program (EDP). Learn how the program supports Nova Scotia businesses looking to expand into new markets through funding\, guidance\, and resources. \nThis session is part of the Tuesday Lunch & Learn series at the New Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/export-development-program-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre\, 500 George Street #suite 200\, Sydney\, NS\, Nova Scotia\, B1P 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260210T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
CREATED:20260122T183316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T183316Z
UID:3499041-1770730200-1770733800@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Show me the money! Competition Law 101 & SME Financing Market Study
DESCRIPTION:What businesses need to know about competition law\, and how to participate in the Competition Bureau’s market study!\n\n\n\nAccess to competitive financing is critical for small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) to succeed and grow. Join the Competition Bureau for an informative webinar that will cover the basics of competition law and discuss our ongoing market study on SME financing. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhy competition law matters to small businesses and entrepreneurs\nHow the Competition Bureau helps protect and promote competition\nWhat a market study is\, why we conduct them\, and how they promote robust competition\nHow to participate in our study and share your perspective to help shape the future of competition in Canada\n\nAbout the Competition Bureau \nThe Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency that protects and promotes competition for the benefit of Canadian consumers and businesses. Our actions are guided by the principle that competition is good for Canadians. Competition drives lower prices and innovation while fueling economic growth.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/show-me-the-money-competition-law-101-sme-financing-market-study/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
CREATED:20260126T145357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T145357Z
UID:3499121-1770746400-1770753600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Halifax - Agentics Foundation Meetup
DESCRIPTION:♾️Agentics Foundation — Halifax Launch Meetup \n​Autonomous AI in Practice: From Curiosity to Capability \n​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. \n​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. \n​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. \n​What You’ll Learn \n\n\n​What “agentic AI” really means\nHow autonomous agents differ from chatbots\, copilots\, and traditional AI workflows. \n\n\n​Real tools\, real demos\nSee practical examples using agentic frameworks and infrastructure\, how agents coordinate tasks\, persist memory\, and execute actions in the real world. \n\n\n​From theory to practice\nWhere agentic systems are already being applied: automation\, research\, ops\, trading\, data pipelines\, and more. \n\n\n​How to get involved\nWays to contribute to open-source projects\, join global chapters\, or help shape the Halifax agentic AI community from day one. \n\n\n​Why This Meetup Matters \n​Halifax has a growing tech ecosystem\, but many builders are still encountering AI only through APIs and prompts. \n​This meetup is about: \n\n\n​Lowering the barrier to entry for agentic AI \n\n\n​Creating a local peer community for experimentation and learning \n\n\n​Connecting Halifax builders to a global\, open\, ethical AI movement \n\n\n​Making autonomous systems understandable\, accessible\, and practical \n\n\n​No gatekeeping. No hype-only talks. Just clear explanations\, live examples\, and honest discussion. \n​Who Should Attend \n\n\n​Software developers & engineers \n\n\n​Students and researchers \n\n\n​Founders and product builders \n\n\n​Data\, automation\, and AI practitioners \n\n\n​Anyone curious about where AI is heading next \n\n\n​You do not need prior experience with agent frameworks to attend. \n​About the Agentics Foundation \n​The Agentics Foundation is a not-for-profit organization focused on: \n\n\n​Advancing autonomous\, agent-based AI systems \n\n\n​Supporting open-source tools and education \n\n\n​Building an inclusive global community around ethical\, real-world agentic AI \n\n\n​Helping individuals and organizations learn\, deploy\, and manage AI agents responsibly \n\n\n​This Halifax meetup is the starting point for a recurring local chapter with ongoing talks\, workshops\, and collaborations. \n​If you’ve been wondering “what’s beyond chatbots?” \n​If you’ve been curious but unsure where to start… \n​If you want to help shape how autonomous AI develops locally \n​This is your entry point.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/halifax-agentics-foundation-meetup/
LOCATION:Tribe Network\, 1717 Barrington Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 2A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
CREATED:20260128T174058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T175554Z
UID:3499258-1770800400-1770825600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:AI Discovery Series: Halifax
DESCRIPTION:As technology continues to advance\, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are often the ones left behind—not due to lack of ambition\, but lack of access\, time\, and practical support. This one-day\, in-person workshop is designed to close that gap by giving Nova Scotia SMEs the knowledge\, confidence\, and tools they need to begin using AI in meaningful\, cost-effective ways. \nDelivered by Digital Nova Scotia\, in partnership with local ecosystem organizations and AI experts\, this hands-on workshop provides a practical introduction to artificial intelligence—what it is\, how it works\, and how it can be applied directly to everyday business operations. \nWorkshop topics: \n\nMake AI Work Better for You (Even If You’re Not Technical)\nGetting AI to do the Work for You\n\nAI Agents: Automate Your Knowledge Work\n\nThis workshop includes complimentary breakfast and lunch
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-discovery-series-halifax/
LOCATION:VOLTA\, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260211T133000
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SUMMARY:Creating Memorable Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Creating Memorable Experiences is about how people experience products\, services\, and organizations in real life. \nThe talk covers the full journey\, from first impressions and getting started to everyday use and support. Using real examples\, it shows how paying closer attention to people’s needs\, questions\, and frustrations helps teams better understand their users and make clearer\, more thoughtful decisions. \nThis session is for anyone involved in building\, delivering\, or supporting products and services who wants a deeper understanding of the people they’re creating experiences for. \nSpeaker: Jamie Gerrard\, Founder\, 20/20 Digital \nJamie Gerrard is the Founder and Principal Consultant at 20/20 Digital. With over 20 years of experience across product\, service\, and UX design\, he works with organizations that rely on complex software and services to improve how those systems work for the people using them. \nOver the past eight years\, Jamie’s work has focused on enterprise software and services. He has worked across banking\, healthcare\, law\, higher education\, tech startups\, government\, and earlier in his career\, travel and tourism\, with a focus on understanding real-world use and where experiences break down.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/creating-memorable-experiences/
LOCATION:VOLTA\, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
CREATED:20260128T174248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T175944Z
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SUMMARY:AI Discovery Series: Halifax
DESCRIPTION:As technology continues to advance\, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are often the ones left behind—not due to lack of ambition\, but lack of access\, time\, and practical support. This one-day\, in-person workshop is designed to close that gap by giving Nova Scotia SMEs the knowledge\, confidence\, and tools they need to begin using AI in meaningful\, cost-effective ways. \nDelivered by Digital Nova Scotia\, in partnership with local ecosystem organizations and AI experts\, this hands-on workshop provides a practical introduction to artificial intelligence—what it is\, how it works\, and how it can be applied directly to everyday business operations. \nWorkshop topics: \n\nMake AI Work Better for You (Even If You’re Not Technical)\nGetting AI to do the Work for You\n\nAI Agents: Automate Your Knowledge Work\n\nThis workshop includes complimentary breakfast and lunch
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-discovery-series-halifax-2/
LOCATION:Atlantica Hotel Halifax\, 1980 Robie St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 3G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203918
CREATED:20260212T192827Z
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UID:3499886-1771329600-1771335000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:IGNITE Lunch & Learn with Volta
DESCRIPTION:Hear from the VOLTA team about the supports available for startups and entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada. This session will explore how VOLTA helps founders build\, grow\, and scale their businesses. \nThis session is part of the Tuesday Lunch & Learn series at the New Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ignite-lunch-learn-with-volta/
LOCATION:Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre\, 500 George Street #suite 200\, Sydney\, NS\, Nova Scotia\, B1P 1K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260204T185042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T185042Z
UID:3499522-1771351200-1771360200@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:AI Showcase and Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join Volta for an evening of showcasing AI applications\, knowledge sharing and collaboration at their AI Showcase and Mixer! \n\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm \nWhere: Volta\, 1800 Argyle St\, Suite 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8 \nDescription: \nDive into the world of AI at an evening of inspiring showcases\, expert insights\, and meaningful connections—in partnership with DeepSense. \nTogether with DeepSense\, Volta is bringing the AI community together to spotlight real-world innovation\, practical applications\, and the people shaping what’s next. \nWhat’s in store:\n🚀 Showcase – Experience live AI demos and projects from innovators in the field.\n📚 Learn – Hear from industry experts and on how AI is being applied across real-world use cases.\n🤝 Network – Connect with professionals\, entrepreneurs\, students\, and AI enthusiasts from across the ecosystem. \nAgenda: \n\n6:00 PM – Doors Open\n6:30 PM – Welcome from the Host\n6:35 PM – AI Demos & Presentations\n8:00 PM – Wrap-Up Demos & Presentations\n8:30 PM – Doors Close\n\n\n\n\n\nNOTE: 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. \nBy attending this event\, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to Volta and DeepSense to use your image in promotional and/or marketing materials.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-showcase-and-mixer-5/
LOCATION:VOLTA\, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260128T174530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T175858Z
UID:3499265-1771403400-1771428600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:AI Discovery Series - Wolfville
DESCRIPTION:As technology continues to advance\, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are often the ones left behind—not due to lack of ambition\, but lack of access\, time\, and practical support. This one-day\, in-person workshop is designed to close that gap by giving Nova Scotia SMEs the knowledge\, confidence\, and tools they need to begin using AI in meaningful\, cost-effective ways. \nDelivered by Digital Nova Scotia\, in partnership with local ecosystem organizations and AI experts\, this hands-on workshop provides a practical introduction to artificial intelligence—what it is\, how it works\, and how it can be applied directly to everyday business operations. \nWorkshop topics: \n\nMake AI Work Better for You (Even If You’re Not Technical)\nGetting AI to do the Work for You\n\nAI Agents: Automate Your Knowledge Work\n\nThis workshop includes complimentary breakfast and lunch
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-discovery-series-wolfville/
LOCATION:Acadia University\, 15 University Ave\, Wolfville\, Nova Scotia\, B4P 2R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260202T164719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T164825Z
UID:3499436-1771416000-1771419600@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn - PSSP/NS Pension
DESCRIPTION:🍽️ Lunch & Learn – PSSP / NS Pension \nLe CDÉNÉ vous invite à une session d’information bilingue sur le Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP)\, maintenant accessible aux universités\, municipalités\, OBNL et au secteur privé. \n🎤 Avec Brendon LeLievre\, CEBS (NS Pension Plan Services Corporation) \n🗓️ Mercredi 18 février | 12 h – 13 h\n📍 Hybride : Teams ou en personne (Clare | St-Joseph-du-Moine) \n👉 Inscription gratuite :\nhttps://lnkd.in/e8dWXUbR\n— \n🍽️ Lunch & Learn – PSSP / NS Pension \nCDÉNÉ invites you to a bilingual information session on the Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP)\, now available beyond the public sector. \n🎤 With Brendon LeLievre\, CEBS (NS Pension Plan Services Corporation) \n🗓️ Wednesday\, February 18 | 12–1 PM\n📍 Hybrid: Teams or in person (Clare | St-Joseph-du-Moine) \n👉 Free registration: https://lnkd.in/e8dWXUbR
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/lunch-learn/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260106T160707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T160707Z
UID:3498447-1771416000-1771421400@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:AI Readiness 2026: THE HUMAN ADVANTAGE
DESCRIPTION:Most leaders think they’re preparing for AI by testing tools\, but without shared alignment\, a clear purpose\, and the right mindset\, they’re actually increasing risk\, not readiness. \nIn this high-value session\, discover what real AI readiness looks like and why the future belongs to leaders who move intentionally\, not just quickly. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n\nAlign your leadership team before adopting tools.\nReframe AI as a human advantage\, one that saves time and strengthens culture.\nUnderstand where your organization stands using the Aigility Method™\, a clarity-first framework for confident\, values-led adoption.\nExplore how mindset shapes your ability to lead responsibly through change.\n\nThis isn’t about hype or hardware. It’s about leadership. Because in 2026\, the strongest advantage won’t be technological\, it will be human.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/ai-readiness-2026-the-human-advantage/
LOCATION:Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd\, Dartmouth NS B3B 1N1\, Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd\, Dartmouth NS\, Dartmouth\, Nova Scotia\, B3B 1N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260213T144249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T144249Z
UID:3499916-1771416000-1771421400@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:POWER LUNCH: AI Readiness 2026 - The Human Advantage
DESCRIPTION:AI Readiness 2026: THE HUMAN ADVANTAGE\nPresented by:\n\nMost leaders think they’re preparing for AI by testing tools\, but without shared alignment\, a clear purpose\, and the right mindset\, they’re actually increasing risk\, not readiness. \n\nIn this high-value session\, discover what real AI readiness looks like and why the future belongs to leaders who move intentionally\, not just quickly. \nYou’ll learn how to: \n\nAlign your leadership team before adopting tools.\nReframe AI as a human advantage\, one that saves time and strengthens culture.\nUnderstand where your organization stands using the Aigility Method™\, a clarity-first framework for confident\, values-led adoption.\nExplore how mindset shapes your ability to lead responsibly through change.\n\nThis isn’t about hype or hardware. It’s about leadership. Because in 2026\, the strongest advantage won’t be technological\, it will be human. \n\nMeet your speaker: \nMelissa Lloyd – Founder of Aigility Hub\n \nMelissa Lloyd is the founder of Aigility Hub and a trusted AI consultant for organizations across Canada. She helps leaders start where real readiness begins\, with themselves\, by aligning people and purpose before adopting new technology. \nKnown for her practical\, human-centered approach\, Melissa guides leadership teams to think differently\, build confidence\, and step into a new way of leading in the age of AI. \nGrounded in emotional intelligence and a practical growth mindset\, her work helps leaders strengthen culture\, reclaim time\, and explore AI with clarity and confidence. \nAn Associate with LearnSphere and a partner with Futurpreneur\, Invest Nova Scotia\, Digital Nova Scotia\, and CBDC\, Melissa works at the intersection of leadership\, technology\, and transformation. \nShe has also collaborated with brands such as Adobe\, RBC\, Staples Canada\, and Aviva through previous ventures. Her facilitation style is clear\, grounded\, and refreshingly human\, bringing calm clarity to today’s rapidly changing world.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/power-lunch-ai-readiness-2026-the-human-advantage/
LOCATION:Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd\, Dartmouth NS B3B 1N1\, Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd\, Dartmouth NS\, Dartmouth\, Nova Scotia\, B3B 1N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260211T183003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T183003Z
UID:3499812-1771434000-1771441200@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Third Wednesdays: Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Network with some great folks from Halifax’s tech/media/marketing community at this month’s Third Wednesday networking event!  \n 
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/third-wednesdays-networking-event/
LOCATION:The Cannery Kitchen & Social\, The Atlantica Hotel\, 1980 Robie St\, Halifax\, NS\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 3G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260119T144715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T144715Z
UID:3498898-1771434000-1771444800@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Q1 2026 - QT Connect Meetup Halifax
DESCRIPTION:✨Explore the Future\, Together\nJoin Queertech at the QT Connect Meetup in Halifax\, hosted by Volta Effect. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals\, share experiences\, and build meaningful relationships in a welcoming\, inclusive space where tech and community come together. \nDate: Feb 18\, 2026\nTime: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM AT\nLocation: VOLTA – 1800 Argyle St Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS B3J 3N8 \nHow to find us: Volta is located in the Armoyan Centre\, overlooking Grand Parade and the Halifax Harbour. \nWhether you’re an industry veteran or just starting out\, this meetup offers a welcoming space for everyone. Enjoy engaging discussions\, networking opportunities\, and a chance to unwind with fellow professionals. \nWe don’t want ticket costs to be a barrier to joining us in this discussion. We have scholarship and volunteer tickets available. To sign up for a scholarship ticket or to volunteer\, fill out this form. \n\nEvent Schedule & Agenda\n5:00 pm Registration & Networking\n5:45 pm QT & Partner Welcome and Announcements\n6:00 pm QT Inclusive AI\n6:45 pm Ask & Offer\n7:00 pm Open Networking\n7:45 pm Event Closes\n\nCommunity Asks & Offers \nNeed support from the community (mentorship\, looking for a job\, connections)? Have resources to provide to the community (mentorship\, office hours\, connections)? \nWe always provide time for the community to Ask for the things they need or Offer the resources they have available during our Community Asks & Offers!
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/q1-2026-qt-connect-meetup-halifax/
LOCATION:VOLTA\, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260212T193135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T193135Z
UID:3499891-1771437600-1771444800@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:IGNITING Women in Business | Melissa Pike
DESCRIPTION:Stop burnout before it starts. Learn boundaries\, mindset shifts\, and self-care tools for women entrepreneurs who want more ease. \n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\nMelissa is an ICF-Certified Coach with a background in Human Resources who supports high-performing leaders\, entrepreneurs\, and teams. Her work focuses on mindset shifts\, stress management\, health and wellness\, and major life transitions—including retirement. Melissa helps her clients increase productivity\, reduce burnout\, and create sustainable balance for a healthier\, happier life. \nAbout the Talk\nEntrepreneurship is challenging—and for women\, it often comes with the added pressure of putting everyone else first while striving to be nice\, humble\, accommodating\, and endlessly supportive. This talk addresses the hidden cost of that mindset and offers a powerful alternative. \nBy learning how to set and maintain healthy boundaries and reframe limiting beliefs\, women entrepreneurs can step into greater confidence\, empowerment\, and productivity—without guilt. The result? More energy\, more clarity\, and a more fulfilling business and life. \nWhat You’ll Gain\nParticipants will leave with practical tools to: \n\nSet and implement boundaries that support success\nShift unhelpful mindset patterns that lead to burnout\nRedefine self-care as a vital (and enjoyable!) part of achievement\n\nThis talk offers a refreshing\, light-hearted approach to personal growth—proving that success doesn’t have to come at the expense of well-being\, and that self-care can be effective\, fun\, and sustainable.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/igniting-women-in-business-melissa-pike/
LOCATION:IGNITE Southern 208 Main St.\, Yarmouth\, Nova Scotia\, Canada\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260219T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260219T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260113T144430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T113904Z
UID:3498669-1771491600-1771497000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Executive Lounge: Dual-Use Technologies
DESCRIPTION:This event is by invitation only.\nIf you are interested in attending\, please reach out to Derek at derek@digitalnovascotia.com. Proceed to registration if you have received an access code. \n— \nIn partnership with DeepSense\, We are excited to bring together senior leaders from industry\, government\, and research to explore how Nova Scotia’s technology sector can support Canada’s defence priorities and national sovereignty. \nAs defence\, security\, and commercial innovation increasingly overlap\, dual-use technologies\, solutions with both civilian and defence applications are becoming critical to Canada’s economic resilience and security strategy. This executive-focused event creates a space for meaningful dialogue\, relationship-building\, and practical insights into how companies can engage with Canada’s defence ecosystem. \nHosted at The PIER in Halifax\, this Executive Lounge will feature expert panel discussions\, short presentations\, and curated networking opportunities designed to connect decision-makers with defence expertise and government partners. \n— \nSpecial guests for this event include: \nShan Gu | Founder and CEO @ Foci Solutions\nShan leads a boutique software engineering and applied AI organization with team members located across Canada from Halifax to Vancouver. Foci has been working with public and private sector clients around the world to build market leading software solutions since 2015. Prior to founding Foci\, Shan was a technology executive with a large global consulting organization\, holding several leadership positions in the Cyber Security and Enterprise Architecture practices. \n  \nChris Curtis | Chief Business Officer @ Syncrasys.ai\nSyncraSys was founded to address a problem that security and operations teams face every day: turning large volumes of visual data into clear\, timely decisions when stakes are high and time is limited. Chris is a commercial leader and cofounder with 25 years of business development experience in construction and telecommunications across North America\, the Middle East\, and the High Arctic. Leads revenue\, partnerships\, and market expansion at Syncrasys Actively supports the skilled trades through committee work with the Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council. \n  \nVince Myers | Defence Innovation Secure Hub (DISH) Implementation Lead @ Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC)\nDr. Vincent Myers is leading the implementation of the Defence Innovation Secure Hubs (DISH) within the newly established BOREALIS Joint Program Office at DRDC. He is working on a number of initiatives\, including the establishment of Defence Innovation Secure Hubs which will permit government\, academia\, industry as well as Allied partners to collaborate in a secure environment to accelerate the delivery of advanced capabilities to DND/CAF. He previously spent four years with NATO’s Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE) in Italy before returning to DRDC’s Atlantic Research Centre (ARC) in Halifax\, where he led the Naval Mine Warfare group. In 2017\, he became Head of the Maritime Systems Experimentation and Analytics Section and later served as Acting Chief Scientist for ARC (2024–2025). He also led the development of ARC’s implementation plan for the $4.23B NATO Modernization S&T initiative. \n  \nGeorge Palikaras | President & COO @ Arken\nArken was founded by engineers and domain experts who saw generic AI fail in regulated industries where trust and explainability are critical. They built Arken as a governed\, multi-agent intelligence platform that analyzes complex documents\, validates against domain frameworks\, and provides fully traceable\, evidence-backed conclusions. Today\, Arken supports high-stakes teams across five regulated sectors where accountability is essential. George leads the team at Arken and has experience as a deeptech entrepreneur with Nasdaq-scale growth and $40M+ revenue experience\, 11 M&A integrations\, and deep operating fluency across public markets\, IP\, and complex legal frameworks. \n  \nRob Smith | VP Technology\, Digitization & Interoperability @ Calian\nRob is the VP Technology\, Digitization & Interoperability for Calian. Rob has been working on C5ISRT integration/interoperability solutions for the last 30 years – for large system integrators and as a small business owner. Rob is one of the technical leaders for the newly announcement Calian VENTURES – Canada’s defence innovation orchestrator\, focused on helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) scale their defence technologies into deployable capabilities for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and allied markets. \n 
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/executive-lounge-dual-use-echnologies/
LOCATION:The PIER 1209 Marginal Road\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:DNS Events,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260204T185322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T185322Z
UID:3499525-1771524000-1771533000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Build with v0 (by Vercel) - Halifax Edition!
DESCRIPTION:What if you could rebuild your favourite childhood game in an hour? \nNot a perfect replica. Something weirder. Something that makes people laugh when they play it. \n​On February 19th (Thursday)\, that’s exactly what v0 and Volta are doing. \n​👉 THEMES (Pick any or both):\n✅ A Game: Recreate a classic game from your childhood\, but make it weird (Think: Snake\, Tetris\, Pong\, Space Invaders\, Pac-Man – but with your own twist) \n​✅ A Real Problem: Solve an actual personal problem (You’re terrible at staying in touch\, remembering things\, making decisions – Build a tool that helps) \n​👉 WHO IS THIS FOR:\n✅ Students\n✅ Professionals curious about AI-assisted development\n✅ Anyone enthusiastic about games\n✅ People who’ve only used ChatGPT and want to see what else is possible \n​👉 WHAT YOU GET:\n✅ Free V0 $10 credits from Vercel\n✅ Chance to demo your build\n✅ Pizza + pop on the house \n​👉 What to bring:\n✅ Laptop.\n✅ Curiosity.\n✅ Willingness to build something in public. \nSuper excited to meet you there! ✌️
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/build-with-v0-by-vercel-halifax-edition/
LOCATION:VOLTA\, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260204T190154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T190154Z
UID:3499537-1771588800-1771596000@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:SR&ED 101 Masterclass & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Volta for an engaging overview of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentive (SR&ED) Program. \n\n\n\nWhen: Friday \, February 20\, 2026 from 12:00pm – 2:00pm AST \nWhere: Volta\, 1800 Argyle St.\, Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8 or Virtual via Zoom (login details in your confrimation email) \nDescription: \nJoin Volta for an engaging overview of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentive (SR&ED) Program. On average\, SR&ED provides more than $4.1 billion in tax credits to over 18\,000 claimants annually through over 21\,000 claims. \nLearn how to access SR&ED investment tax credits\, and how the program supports innovative Canadian businesses with their R&D projects. We will guide you through eligibility criteria\, qualifying expenditures\, and the free tools and services available to help you navigate the claim submission process with ease. \nPart 1: SR&ED Program Overview \nPart 2: Tools & Services Workshop \n\n\n\n\nNOTE: If you are unable to attend the event please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows the team to better prepare for every event. \nBy 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.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/sred-101-masterclass-workshop/
LOCATION:VOLTA\, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS\, B3J 3N8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Events,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260223T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203919
CREATED:20260213T144527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T144527Z
UID:3499918-1771849800-1771862400@digitalnovascotia.com
SUMMARY:Workshop: Using ChatGPT in Predictive and Agile Projects
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE: This training has eligibility requirements for participation listed below – please read carefully \n\nThe objective of the Using ChatGPT in Predictive and Agile Projects course is to provide guidance to participants on how to create project plans and work in project delivery using input from the AI tool ChatGPT. This course provides a place where participants can share ideas on creating workable project plans using the intelligence of this tool. \nDespite widespread reports of organizations heavily investing in AI\, the 2023 PMI Annual Global Survey on Project Management found that only 21% of respondents are using AI always or often when managing projects. Compared to the 82% of senior leaders who say AI will have at least some impact on projects\, there’s a disconnect between current and aspirational use. \nThis course shows how to integrate AI\, through ChatGPT and PMI Infinity\, in projects. We will go through numerous examples of doing so\, and participants will practice using these tools to gain knowledge and experience. \nThe expected impact of this training will be more knowledgeable personnel who are using the new AI tools effectively for the specific application of project management. Due to the shared information provided by the tool\, we expect that participants will have more accurate project plans that take less time to develop. \n\nMEET YOUR FACILITATOR\nBrenda Fay\nPMP\, PMI-ACP\, CSM \n\nBrenda Fay is a seasoned project management trainer and consultant based in Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, with more than 30 years of experience helping organizations deliver results through effective project and Agile practices. Holding PMP\, PMI ACP\, and Certified Scrum Master credentials\, she has trained thousands of professionals and worked with organizations across aviation\, engineering\, information technology\, construction\, manufacturing\, healthcare\, government\, and non profit sectors. \nBrenda is known for her ability to translate complex project management concepts into practical\, easy to apply tools that drive clarity\, alignment\, and measurable outcomes. Her engaging workshops and consulting engagements blend proven frameworks with real world experience\, making project management relevant and actionable\, especially in fast changing environments. In recent years\, her work has focused on integrating AI into project workflows\, enabling teams to forecast more accurately\, automate intelligently\, and deliver value faster. \n\nELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES\nAs per the guidelines for LSI funding\, there is eligibility criteria for participants. **\nA business is eligible to participate if it: \n\nis located in Nova Scotia\nis registered and active in the Nova Scotia Registry of Joint Stock Companies or incorporated by an Act of the Nova Scotia Legislature\nhas a direct workforce development need (like upskilling employees\, adopting new technologies or addressing critical skills gaps within their industry)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate and Time\nMonday Feb 23\, 2026\n12:30 PM – 4:00 PM AST\n\nSchedule of the day:\n12:30 PM – Check in\, form submission\n1:00 PM – Course starts\n4:00 PM – Course finishes \n*Lite lunch will be provided. (Please email cailin@halifaxchamber.com with any dietary and/or allergies asap) \n\n\n\nLocation\nHalifax Chamber of Commerce \nLighthouse Boardroom\n100-32 Akerley Blvd\nDartmouth\, NS \nIn partnership with the Department of Labour\, Skills\, and Innovation (LSI) the Halifax Chamber is able to offer this training at a special rate fully discounted (member and non-member pricing) \n\n\n\n**Please note: your registration gives Halifax Chamber of Commerce permission to use the photographs taken during the event for any legal use.
URL:https://digitalnovascotia.com/event/workshop-using-chatgpt-in-predictive-and-agile-projects/
LOCATION:Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd\, Dartmouth NS B3B 1N1\, Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd\, Dartmouth NS\, Dartmouth\, Nova Scotia\, B3B 1N1\, Canada
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