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Halihax September Hybrid Meetup

Join us in person or virtually to catch up with the community, and hear members tell stories of the last time they broke something. It's been a long time since we've been able to connect with the community in person, and following the start of phase 5, we would like to plan a fun, informal event to catch up with the community and ease back into in-person meetups. We recognize that not all of our members are located in Halifax, and also that people may prefer to attend the event virtually. To accommodate this, we will be hosting a live stream of the talks via Zoom so everyone can still participate. This event will be hosted at the Wooden Monkey in Dartmouth with pizza and refreshments provided by Halihax, and our sponsors. REGISTER

The SuperPower of Employee Engagement During COVID

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Business Support Series The 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. The difference between a business thriving or simply surviving lies in the energy the team brings to its day-to-day challenges. This webinar shares practical and powerful actions leaders can take to support their teams so they can flourish personally and fulfill the business' vision, even in the toughest of times. Speaking to the uncompromising individual who wants to attain passionate engagement and tap into their superpower. Employee engagement has been proven to impact productivity (20-40% increases), innovation (triple the number of ideas) and double-digit increases in profitability. Key takeaways from this webinar: The proven "recipe" to achieve passion at work 5 Critical Leadership Practices during COVID Easy-to-apply, Science-based Engagement Model

Accepting Payments in Crypto

Accepting Payments in Crypto: Is the future of payments here?

Cryptocurrency makes the headlines when Bitcoin breaks a certain price, but in this webinar, you will learn about an important aspect of crypto that doesn’t make it to the news - a means of accepting payments from an international audience. Join Keegan Francis and Mrugakshee Palwe, Crypto Educators at Go Full Crypto and expand your cryptocurrency knowledge. In this webinar you will learn; - How to accept payment in crypto - Fees incurred during crypto payment transactions - How to pay taxes on income received in crypto About the Presenters Keegan and Mrugakshee have a deep fascination with how the fabric of money connects the world. This has led them to create content on how money in the form of cryptocurrency can be used to the advantage of individuals and businesses alike. They opted out of traditional finance in the summer of 2020 and have since been exploring and educating on how you can too. REGISTER

Diversity and Inclusion Insights: Imagining (and creating) more equitable workplaces

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As we begin our 30th year, Women in Communications and Technology believes that true diversity is an achievable goal. The importance of diversity in the workplace has never been greater, and more and more individuals and companies are taking action to build better organizations. Don’t let this moment pass you (and your organization) by. Register today for our interactive forum on September 28 to take the next step towards achieving true diversity. This event is for you if: You want to learn more about how diversity impacts business outcomes. You’re a DEI or HR professional looking to connect and learn from others in your field. You’re a WCT member (register now for free if you are!) and you’re committed to DEI no matter your role or sector. You’re a leader in your organization who wants to know how to build better, more inclusive workspaces. We are proud to partner with Cisco to bring this event to life virtually. Keynote speaker: Ginella Massa, host of CBC News' Canada Tonight with Ginella Massa, in conversation with Willa Black, Cisco Canada's Vice-President, Corporate Affairs. How Diversity Delivers Business Results | 12:45-1:30 EST In this panel, you'll learn: • The impact of culture of diversity […]

WTWT Fireside Chat with Jill Hennigar of Dash Hudson

Join Dash Hudson's, Vice President Operations, Jill Hennigar, and Volta's CEO, Martha Casey, for a discussion on effective communication. Join Dash Hudson's new Vice President of Operations, Jill Hennigar, and Volta's CEO, Martha Casey, on Tuesday, September 28 at 4pm for a discussion on the importance of communications in your startup. Communication within a company is important, especially as it pertains to organizational changes and shifts, such as new employee arrivals, policies, goals and achievements. The session will focus on effective communication within your company, which may include discussion topics such as: - Coaching for success and feedback delivery - Leading workplace change - How you can build trust and develop authentic relationships In this session, you will hear from these amazing women, have the opportunity to ask questions and connect with the WTWT community over light refreshments. REGISTER

Dementia Friendly Ambassador: Community and Service Based Organizations

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Through the help of the Nova Scotia Age Friendly Communities Program, Person Centred Universe, in partnership with The Halifax Chamber of Commerce we are proud to announce the second installment of the Dementia Friendly Business Ambassador program. This was made possible through the participation and feedback of businesses and ambassadors in the Halifax area with our pilot project. We have now been able to take that information and have created three streamlined half-day courses to better suit the needs of organizations looking to better serve individuals who are living with dementia. Participants will have an opportunity to choose between our three streams: Dementia Friendly Ambassador: Community and Service Based Organizations, Dementia Friendly Ambassador: Hospitality, and Dementia Friendly Ambassador: Retail; to choose the offering that best suits their organizational needs. If applicable, participants are welcome to participate in any or all streams if they so choose. In these half-day sessions, ambassadors will have the opportunity to explore topics such as: providing dementia-friendly service, creating supportive environments and atmospheres, and general knowledge on dementia and best practices for their sector; which build off of the fundamentals acquired within the pilot program. The interactive nature of these online sessions will allow participants to […]

tech{LAB} Squid Dissection with SuperNOVA

Topic: Virtual Squid Dissection! Explore the anatomy of an underwater animal in this virtual dissection led by a SuperNOVA instructor! You will follow along as SuperNOVA staff get hands-on with a real squid dissection. You will learn how to identify the external parts of a squid, and be guided through a careful dissection and identification of internal anatomy! By the end of this interesting event, you will know squids, both inside and out! What is tech{LAB}? tech{LAB} is a FREE workshop that allows participants to get hands-on with new technology! These workshops are for anyone ages 8 and up who have an interest in technology, prototyping, or electronics. Bring a laptop if you have one! These workshops are run on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, from 3 PM-4 PM. What Happens at tech{LAB}? Spend the first half-hour of each workshop going over the technical information on the topic. Take what you’ve just learned and apply it! Whether it’s designing a 3D print, working in groups to develop circuits for a Micro-Bit, or creating digital graphics! REGISTER

2021 Annual General Meeting

The Board of Directors and the staff of Digital Nova Scotia are pleased to invite you to our 2021 Annual General Meeting. We will celebrate some of our successes from the past year, and elect our new Board Directors. This year’s AGM will be conducted online through Zoom. All are welcome to attend, and we look forward to joining us! REGISTER

CWB: Coffee Talk

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Join the Centre for Women in Business online! Coffee Talk is designed to connect women in business across Nova Scotia with each other, encourage collaborations and improve business skills through sharing. Each session will include a welcome, introductions, and a facilitated discussion on recent news or trends in business. When: Thursdays from 9-10am Where: Online – A computer with reliable, high-speed internet connection and a headset with a microphone are required. Cost: Complimentary! Thanks to the generous support of our sponsor, TD Bank Group, this program continues to be available to all women business owners in Nova Scotia at no cost. Registration is required.

Canadian Defence Security and Aerospace Exhibition Atlantic

DEFSEC Atlantic, presented by the Atlantic Canada Aerospace & Defence Association, is a major networking opportunity for the Aerospace, Defence and Security industries - the second largest of its kind in Canada. Focused on showcasing Atlantic Canadian opportunities, the show's worldwide reach creates partnership potential for all attendees. Incorporating elements of both a trade show and a defence procurement conference, it provides access to "the right people" in an engaging and professional setting. All attendees have opportunities, through our B2B/B2G program, social events & communications tools, to interact with all levels of defence, industry and government participants. REGISTER

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Business Intelligence for Owners & Managers Series – Compare results across time and categories

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Managing and maintaining accurate and up-to date reports is critical to the success of every organization. This three-part webinar series will cover what you as an owner or manager can do with reports and how you can strategically use reports to look for answers to your questions. This webinar series will also demonstrate how easily you can move through interactive reports to quickly find areas of interest with the click of a mouse. After attending this webinar series, you will know how to: - Gain instant access and update key performance indicators (KPIs). Forecast versus actual is no longer an issue: granularity of the data is easily managed (e.g., a monthly forecast versus daily actuals), as is comparing year to date with last year. Filtering a report to focus on areas of interest is a game-changer. Updating reports, even when multiple data sources are used, is simple and quick. - Use geographic maps that can zoom from a single postal code to multiple continents and everything in between and provide better visualizations of results. Add a graph to categorize your results and add the ability to “hover” over a segment for details that adds clarity to the picture. Filter data […]

Making an Impression: How to Stand Out in a Digital Age

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Work, recruitment and even networking are being done remotely — how can you stand out in a digital crowd? About this event Whether you are applying for jobs, expanding your network or looking to establish a larger online presence, making lasting impressions online is now more important than ever. We have seen a shift to online work, hiring and networking, making online presence key for success in the digital age. This Q&A will be an opportunity to enhance your digital personal brand and get tips to help you stand out and leave a lasting impression online. This event is presented by ShiftKey Labs and Fusion Halifax. Speakers Hailey Coleman Hailey is an entrepreneur and Co-Owner of the Cottage Cafe with years of experience in corporate recruitment. Before opening her business, she served as the Branch Manager with Manpower Halifax – a recruiting firm primarily sourcing for the admin, customer service and industrials sectors. As the youngest Branch Manager within the organization, Hailey is a results-driven professional with a strong knowledge of the Halifax job market. Hailey brings with her a Bachelor of Business Management degree, as well as the highest off the desk perm billings for Canada in 2019 during […]