Events from September 4, 2025 – September 4, 2019 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

AI Safety Solution Project: Lessons Learned

The PIER 1209 Marginal Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia, Canada

On Friday, September 5 join Ryan Grant, Manager of Operations and Projects at The PIER, and Corey Gleason, Deputy Harbour Master for the AI Safety Solutions Project - Lessons Learned. Friday, September 5 1209 Marginal Rd. Halifax 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Lunch provided HYBRID OPTION - link will be shared the day before the event.   Through The PIER and the Port Opertations Centre, the AI Safety Solution Project set out to collect data through AI and machine learning, beginning in late January 2024. The information collected enabled the Halifax Port Authority to explore data-driven solutions which might reduce the frequency and severity of lost time and reportable traffic incidents. By sharing lessons learned we're demonstarting our value towards continuous improvement which acknowledges project successes, helps us prevent the repetition of past mistakes and ultimately strengthens future project outcomes. We hope to see you there!

Free

AI Mixer & Showcase | Sydney

Island Folk Cider House 52 Nepean St, Sydney, NS, Canada

Explore AI & connect with innovators in Sydney. Join Volta & IGNITE for an evening of networking and ideas! With guest speaker Edward Henry!

Free

Fall Social at Taproom – New Scotland Brew Pub! (Dartmouth)

Taproom, New Scotland Brew Pub

In September, UX NS are hosting a social and networking event in the Taproom at the New Scotland Brew Pub in Dartmouth! Join for an evening of conversation, connection, and community on Tuesday, September 9th, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Whether you're just starting to explore UX or are a seasoned professional, or maybe you're an engineer or entrepreneur, this event is a great opportunity to share ideas, hear new perspectives, and grow your network. Connect with others who care about creating thoughtful, human-centered experiences—everyone's welcome! Enjoy whatever you prefer to sip, be it a craft beer or a non-alcoholic beverage.

Free

GoSec 2025

Montreal Covention Centre 1001 Pl. Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

�� Discover Your Cybersecurity Destination at #GoSec25 in Montreal! Join over 1,500 professionals at GoSec25 this September 10-11 at the Montréal Convention Centre for a transformative experience that blends insightful keynotes, in-depth workshops, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Explore a diverse range of topics from cloud security to AI and everything in between. ⭐ Use our promo code: PROMO CODE for 15% off registration tickets. Experience the revolutionary hybrid format that combines the best of virtual and physical interactions!  

$250 – $450

Dal Business Networking Night

Dalhousie University, Student Union Building, Mcinness Room, 2nd floor, 6136 University Ave, Halifax, NS. 6136 University Ave, Halifax, NS., Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Our biggest networking event of the year is back! Dal Business Networking Night, presented by EY is open to students in all years of the Commerce Co-op, Management, and Corporate Residency MBA programs and employers from all industries. This event is an ideal opportunity to promote your brand among Dalhousie business students and meet skilled candidates who are eager to contribute to your organization now or in the future. Attend for the entire run-time, or drop in as your schedule allows. Last year's event was attended by more than 540 students and employer partners. Click here to read the Dal News article and see event photos. If you have dietary restrictions, or require accommodations to help you fully engage in this event, please email Flavia.Lacerda@dal.ca by Friday, September 5th.

Free

Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF)

an online information session led by our esteemed member, ISANS, about the Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF). Date: Monday, August 11 Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ADT Location: Online (link will be sent after registration) This one-hour session is ideal for immigrants who are Permanent Residents or Canadian Citizens and are seeking to pursue training, certification, or recredentialing in their chosen or related fields. During this session, you will learn: Who is eligible for the AICLF What types of costs the loan can cover The kinds of training or programs supported How the fund is administered across Atlantic Canada Why AICLF may be a better option than private funding sources There will also be time during and after the presentation to ask questions. How to Register: Please complete the registration form by Thursday, August 8 at 5:00 p.m. ADT. A link to join the session will be sent to you before the event.

Free
Recurring

Third Wednesday

Atlantica Hotel Halifax 1980 Robie St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us at Third Wednesday! Pop by and chat with Halifax's tech/media/marketing community at the Atlantica Hotel. Introduce yourself during the 30-second intro/opportunity spots, and meet a great group of interesting people to chat with. All welcome, no need to register!

A Deep Dive Into The Atlantic Immigration Program

The Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) offers a unique opportunity – and imposes unique compliance obligations – on employers brining foreign workers into Atlantic Canada. What are the eligibility criteria for employers and for foreign workers under the AIP? What are the nuances between each of Atlantic Canada’s provinces? What are some tips for designated employers to comply with their obligations as a designated employer? Join McInnes Cooper Immigration Lawyer Hanaa Al Sharief for a virtual roundtable conversation about the Atlantic Immigration Program. Hanaa Al Sharief is an immigration lawyer in Halifax. She also practices in trusts and estates law and estate administration. She is bilingual in Arabic and English with expertise in cross-cultural communications. Throughout her more than 15 years of experience working in Canada and internationally, Hanaa has helped her clients tackle various legal issues.

The Rules of the Game: Competition Law and Procurement

Whether you’re issuing tenders or submitting bids, there are rules in Canadian competition law that you need to be aware of. Join this webinar hosted by the Competition Bureau to learn about:   Why competition law matters to small businesses and entrepreneurs How the Competition Bureau helps protect and promote competition How competition law applies to procurement and what resources are available to businesses and procurement professionals How to protect your business with compliance measures How to recognize bid-rigging in order to prevent it and take action when it occurs   About the Competition Bureau The 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.

Free

Dal Business Society Showcase

Online

Management Career Services is excited to once again provide an opportunity for our valued employer partners to strengthen their employer brand with Dalhousie business student talent! Join us in September for our second annual Dal Business Society Showcase. There are more than a dozen business student societies within Dalhousie’s Faculty of Management, and we are providing you with the opportunity to learn about all of them in one hour. You will then be able to build and strengthen relationships with the societies best aligned with your organization’s recruitment strategies. At this virtual event, each student society will have three minutes to present their value proposition to the employer partners in attendance. Post-event, attendees will receive a document outlining each society, their focus, social media channels, and the name, phone number, and email of their key contact. You choose who you wish to follow up with and how to strengthen your employer brand within our Bachelor of Commerce Co-op, Bachelor of Management, and Corporate Residency MBA societies. We encourage all employer partners to attend this event and multiple representatives from different units and business lines are most welcome. Event invitations will be sent in mid-September, and the event will be hosted […]

Free