Events

Are you an employer in Nova Scotia? The Cape Breton Local Immigration Partnership, the Cape Breton Partnership, and Immigration Lawyer, Jamie Taylor invite you to join us for a one-hour session: Work Permit Options for Nova Scotia Employers. Attendees will have a chance to hear a broad overview of the variety of options available to employers, including a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA), and LMIA-exempt work permit possibilities. The session will be presented by Immigration Lawyer, Jamie Taylor, and will be moderated by Dani Mombourquette, Immigration Engagement Coordinator of the Cape Breton Partnership. Unsure of how international students, foreign workers, and prospective international candidates could fit into your workforce and fill important job vacancies? Come join us to find out how. This session is for employers only. No personal questions about individual cases will be answered.

Event pass $137 plus fees All purchases subject to an additional $4 per order fee. Pricing subject to change. General Admission Lower Bowl Seating Leaders Summit powered by Tribe is a premier event, bringing together students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors to celebrate technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation. This year’s event will be taking place in Halifax, on November 20, 2024, during Global Entrepreneurship Week. With a strong focus on fostering connections and conversation, the Leaders Summit will provide opportunities for interaction, partnership, and dialogue with leaders shaping industries both locally and globally. An all-encompassing showcase of fireside chats, entrepreneurial spotlights and cultural performances promises to engage all attendees while inspiring and empowering the next generation of innovators.

At February’s Ocean Connector event, COVE introduced the Digital Harbour project to the marine sector. Now, nearly 10 months later, the foundation has been laid, and phase one is approaching completion. As we move forward, industry insights are essential to accelerate innovation, improve data sharing, and foster collaboration within the technology ecosystem. Join us as Patrick LeClair, COVE’s Technical Project Manager for Digital Harbour, Shayla Fitzsimmons, Executive Director of CIOOS Atlantic, and Chris Whidden, DeepSense/COVE Digital Ocean Research Chair, share the latest developments on Digital Harbour’s progress. Learn how this groundbreaking initiative is poised to make a significant impact on the marine sector and discover how you and your company can become involved in the next steps of the project. Do not miss this chance to connect and help drive the future of digital transformation in marine technology!

Join us for the EmpowerConnect event on Saturday, November 23rd, from 10am AST/ 9am EST, hosted online! This event is designed for international students and immigrant professionals looking to take the next step in their careers. Whether you’re a current student searching for a co-op or an immigrant professional exploring a career switch, this is your opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights to carve your own path. We’ll be featuring incredible speakers from diverse backgrounds and industries, including professionals from CGI, CarteNav, lawyers, HR professionals, and more. 💻 Event Details: 🗓️ Date: Saturday, November 23rd ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM AST 📍 Location: Online (Zoom) This event is open to students from all regions, with a special preference for students from Halifax. Don’t miss out on the chance to hear stories, strategies, and advice from professionals who’ve successfully navigated their career journeys. 👉 Seats are limited! Sign up today: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/empowerconnect-event-for-international-students-tickets-1054423100879?aff=oddtdtcreator Let’s come together to learn, grow, and create opportunities for success. See you there! 🎉 Look forward to our speakers Simran Chopra, Ferwa Tariq, Amr Alkhashab and Hasan I. joining us on Saturday