Name: Azure AI Immersion Workshop
Start: 2021-02-17T12:30:00-04:00
End: 2021-02-17T15:30:00-04:00

February 2021
February 9, 2021 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm AST

Ocean Solutions Exchange

Join us for our virtual discussion to learn from global industry experts about opportunities to solve major ocean sector problems. The Ocean Startup Challenge will award $1.4 Million in 2021 to start and grow new ocean tech companies in Canada. Leading up to the launch of the Challenge, we're hosting a six-part series of industry-led presentations and interactive networking sessions. This speaker series will bring together ocean industry experts in shipping and transportation, fisheries and aquaculture, naval and defence, energy and marine bio-resources. You will hear from industry leaders who will discuss the challenges faced by each sector, highlight opportunities in the market, and share other insights into their respective fields. Join us on Tuesday, February 9 at 1 pm AST for part two of the virtual dialogue series focused on fisheries and aquaculture. After the panel discussion, you'll have a chance to connect with speakers and other attendees during sector networking. At this event, you will hear from: Emily Patrolia, Founder, ESP Advisors Jason Cleaversmith, VP for Health & Nutrition & GM for Canada at The Center for Aquaculture Technologies Dick Jones, CEO, Blue Ocean Mariculture Björgolfur Hávardsson, Innovation Manager, The Seafood Innovation Cluster Gabriel Gomez, General Manager, Marine Instruments (Spain) Roxanne Nanninga, Director of Sustainability, Diversity & […]
February 10, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 9:30 am AST

Business Intelligence Basics: Webinar

This 90-minute session with Dan MacLeod from Dunvegan Loyalty Builders is for businesses that need to use data to make decisions. As a group we will discuss the difficulties of accessing, linking, and reporting from all of your sources of data. There will be a demonstration of the speed and functionality of the Power Tools that Microsoft has built into Excel and Power BI (Business Intelligence) Desktop. The Power Tools are used to build Interactive Reports from scratch. Interactive Reports offer a shorter, straighter pathway to improve the efficiency and accuracy of your business. The best part is that Excel is on most computers, and experienced staff can quickly learn to use the Power Tools that are free in many of the current versions of Excel. Power BI Desktop is available as a free version that is very robust and suitable for most businesses, plus a subscription version for very large users. Participants will learn about: Powerful tools built into Excel What can be accomplished with the free version of Microsoft BI Desktop How to construct a Pivot Table to view data and drill down into the details How data can be placed on an interactive map; view your results […]
February 10, 2021 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AST

Mind the Gap: Technologies of Optimization – AI, Robotics and Automation

Part 2 of a 6-part series to inform & support SMEs as they expand their ability to use data effectively and advance their digital maturity. According to a report by Startup Canada, 42% of Canadian start-up businesses plan to adopt AI (EDC, 2018). Numerous reports predict that AI will be ubiquitous in Canadian companies across industries in the near future. Yet it has not been a priority among ocean tech firms to develop leaders in areas of new technology. These gaps can and will soon put our Ocean Tech industry at a competitive disadvantage. Workforce unfamiliarity with the various technologies, capabilities, materials, and techniques means that companies are not investing in new technologies or not leveraging them to their full utility. Join us as three local industry leaders share their own experiences with adopting AI, robotics and automation technologies, and explore how these current and emerging technologies can support companies in the ocean tech industry. COVE brings you a six-part discussion series designed to inform and support SMEs as they expand their ability to use data effectively and advance their digital maturity. Led by a technical expert in the ocean industry, panelists will share their first-hand experiences with recognizing the […]
February 10, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm AST

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The Untapped Labour Market

The Halifax Chamber of Commerce is hosting a panel of experts to speak on the hiring opportunities in the untapped labour market. The untapped labour market includes people from the Black, African-Nova Scotian, Indigenous, immigrant, and persons with disabilities communities. The Accessing a Skilled Workforce Task Force has been focusing on labour market shortages, the skilled workforce and retention of our students, and thus would like to give our business community the opportunity to learn how to access underrepresented groups in their employee search, the skills, and talents they bring and why ensuring diversity, equity and inclusion matters in all workplaces. Moderated by NSCC President, Don, Bureaux, this group of experts will each speak to their perspective regarding the underutilization of those in the untapped labour market. Register
February 10, 2021 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm AST

DemoCamp 2021

No PowerPoints. No Judges. No Prizes. Just straight exposure. DemoCamp is an annual event for the Atlantic Canadian startup ecosystem to come together and showcase their innovative technologies to their peers, while reaching potential new customers or investors, as well as the rest of the community. Founders from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, Newfoundland and Labrador are invited to explain what their tech is, how it works, why it is helpful and more, but must do so without a PowerPoint presentation or any other type of slide deck. This makes the presentations more focused on the technology being demonstrated. This year’s DemoCamp event will take place virtually via video conference. Each participant will have five minutes to present their product or service to a virtual audience– but must do so without a PowerPoint presentation, or any other type of slide deck. Attendees will be encouraged to give feedback and ask any questions using the chat function. A set amount of time will be available for questions from the audience. Participants must apply to present their tech using the form below by Sunday, January 24 at 11:59pm. Those selected to demonstrate their technologies will be notified shortly after applications close. We […]
February 11, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am AST

Market Research & Resources

As an entrepreneur, you know how fast your business environment can change. Keeping up with market research and staying up to date on available resources often takes a back seat to the day-to-day work or managing your business. Market Research & Resources gives you the knowledge to more easily and quickly navigate the necessary research. Market Research & Resources introduces you to secondary research methods and the resources at your disposal. The online workshop is hosted by the Halifax Regional Library and ACOA Business Information Services. Guide your way with valuable market insights by registering for Market Research & Resources today! In this workshop you will: Evaluate and review national and local marketing examples Learn research tips by experiences guest speakers from Halifax Public Libraries and Canada Business Network Learn to access free analytical data networks curated by the Canada Business Network Explore strategies for discovering what external resources are available to entrepreneurs, and how to access them Register
February 11, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am AST

Get Certified in Change Management

Join the Dalhousie University College of Continuing Education for an overview of two change management certifications that are being offered for the first time at Dalhousie University. In today’s environment, the pace of change is increasing and its impact is being felt everywhere. This information session is for anyone who is leading change or is impacted by change and wants to gain an understanding of the value of training in change management. You will also see the great benefits of having an international certification in change management. Register
February 11, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm AST

The Road Forward

2020 brought unprecedented change. What will 2021 bring? We engaged the experts at IDC to get their input and guidance on how workplaces should be refocusing to gain and keep their edge. What are top C-Suite executives focusing on? What are the right places to invest to gain agility and resilience? What are the top security considerations for a mobile and remote-based workforce? The insights are compelling, and the discussion around them promises to be lively. Join Compugen's President & CEO Harry Zarek, along with Simon Morris, Director of Modern Workspace and Lorraine Bush, Director of Enterprise Networking & Security as they share their own insights and wisdom, as well as a debrief of IDC’s commentary on the road forward. Change is a foregone conclusion. The question is, how will you use it to propel your business forward? Register
February 12, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am AST

Export Growth in a Virtual World: a Step-by-Step guide

Help your business thrive with this step-by-step guide to export growth in a virtual world. Have you ever considered expanding your business beyond your region or even beyond Canada? The Atlantic Provinces and the federal government have come together to help your business grow beyond our borders. Export Growth in a Virtual World: A Step-by-Step Guide is an interactive, online training session providing Atlantic Canadian businesses with tools, in-depth knowledge, and a robust understanding of the best practices they need to thrive in an increasingly virtual world. This small group session identifies new ways to reach customers, developing a strategy for expanding into markets around the world. Key topics include: Virtual Trade Event Preparation Navigating Virtual Trade Tools Shifting Your Message to Virtual Registration is free. Choose one of our upcoming workshop dates today! https://www.novascotiabusiness.com/export/egvwRegister
February 12, 2021 @ 11:00 pm - February 13, 2021 @ 10:59 pm AST

Dalhousie Job and Career Fair

The Job & Career Fair is the largest on-campus career fair, open to all Dalhousie and King’s students! The event takes place every year in February in the McInnes Room on the 2nd floor in the Student Union Building (6136 University Avenue). Stay tuned for information on the 2021 event. Top five reasons YOU should attend: You’ll meet employers & organizations from across Canada who are hiring! You’ll learn about new jobs and industries. You’ll explore career options including full-time, part-time, summer, professional & co-op opportunities. You’ll practice your networking skills and make connections. You’ll get free swag from employers. Register
February 17, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am AST

Panel: Getting Ahead with Grant Writing

Join us on Wednesday, February 17 at 10:00am to hear from three founders about their experiences with writing grant applications. Join Volta and the Emera ideaHUB for a moderated panel discussion on grant writing. Three local startup founders will share their "war stories" about pursuing grants. Stories will shine a light on lessons learned including both failures and successes. Are you curious about how you can make yourself stand out when applying for opportunities? Wondering what grants are the best to apply for? Bring your questions and learn the "do's and don'ts" of grant writing. Register
February 17, 2021 @ 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm AST

Azure AI Immersion Workshop

Join MNP and Microsoft to explore how Azure AI services can be used to propel innovation at your organization. This free, half-day learning opportunity is designed to help you think differently about developing cloud applications when AI is part of the solution set. You’ll learn about machine learning models, bots, and AI apps and discover the most efficient ways to build solutions using Azure AI. Technical roles from all organizations will learn about Azure AI capabilities and use real-life examples to visualize innovative projects. The workshop starts with an overview of how Azure AI is powering new possibilities for many organizations, followed by a deeper dive and demo showcasing Azure Cognitive Services, Knowledge Mining, and Bots. Register

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