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Women’s Excellence Gala 2025

For the first time in Dalhousie’s history, the Women in Technology Society (WiTS) is hosting the Women’s Excellence Gala—a special evening dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women and non-binary individuals in tech and related fields. This landmark event brings together students, faculty, and industry professionals for a night of inspiration, recognition, and celebration. Be part of this exciting moment as we honor outstanding individuals, share inspiring stories, and celebrate success. Enjoy a delicious dinner, dance the night away, and explore innovative ideas that showcase talent and creativity. Date: March 6th, 2025 Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Location: McInnes Room, Dalhousie Student Union Building Event Schedule: 5:00 PM – Doors Open & Pre-Event Social 6:00 PM – Opening Remarks & Celebratory Moments 6:30 PM – Awards & Recognition 7:00 PM – Dinner & Social 8:00 PM – Student Innovation and Idea Showcase 8:30 PM – Celebratory Moments & Closing Remarks 9:00 PM – DJ & Dance Join us for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and fun! Get your ticket today and be part of history! By purchasing this ticket you agree to this terms and conditions: I understand that an image and/or voice recording has been made of me and I hereby give WiTS […]

Expanding Your Influence: A UX Leader’s Journey

1800 Argyle Street 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Nova Scotia, Canada

Moving into UX leadership requires more than just great design skills — it’s about influence, relationships, and strategic thinking. In this talk, Angela Duggan will share her journey from an individual contributor to VP, including key actions that helped her grow her career. She explores common fears and imposter syndrome, offering strategies to overcome them. Angela will also share practical tips on preparing for leadership, building strong professional relationships, and leveraging mentorship to support career growth. This session offers real-world insights for anyone looking to take the next step in their UX career.  Agenda 7:00 PM Doors open, networking time 7:15 PM Introductions from Nata and Ruby 7:20 PM Expanding Your Influence: A UX Leader’s Journey with Angela Duggan 7:50 PM Q&A 8:15 PM Networking and wrap-up 8:30 PM Doors close Speaker Bio Angela Duggan is a user experience expert with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Starting as a web developer, she quickly moved into UX, specializing in B2B applications across web, desktop, and mobile. As the VP of User Experience at BeyondTrust, Angela grew the UX team from 3 to 30, driving a shift from siloed product teams to a unified, research-driven design culture. Passionate about UX advocacy and leadership, Angela excels at building strong […]

CWB – International Women’s Day

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join the Centre for Women in Business for another International Women’s Day event on Friday morning, March 7th at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront. Grab a coffee and be in community with women-identifying and gender diverse business owners and their supporters at CWB’s largest annual event. Learn from other leaders as we celebrate together all that is happening in the incredible world of women entrepreneurs! Pricing $55 for members, $70 for non-members $550 for a table for members, $700 for a table for non-members $1700 for ‘Supporter of Women’ corporate table –  includes recognition Note: For the Supporter of Women corporate table option, please contact Colleen Ritchie at cwbmembership@msvu.ca Register now!

International Women’s Day at the Library

Halifax Central Library (BMO Community Room); 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax NS B3J 1E9 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax Central Library Room 301 | Floor 3 Please join us to celebrate International Women's Day with a full roster of community partners, guests, and activities. Schedule of events: 1:00PM: Event Starts 1:15PM: Land acknowledgement and Opening 1:20-2:00PM: Resilience with Tia Upshaw 2:30-3:00PM: Learning how to use your SuperPowers with Linda Valencia 3:20-4:00PM: Confidence with Stephanie Cole-Brown 4:30-5:00PM: Closing Grounding Ritual with Jeannine Riant

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AI Readiness in Project Management: Strategies for Success

Within this fast paced, intricate AI landscape, a robust governance framework is key to ensuring compliance and managing risks more effectively. This one-hour webinar will proactively explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging within project management practice, the importance of incorporating AI Governance frameworks, and how to implement an AI governance framework into your projects and your clients’ organizations. 3 Key Takeaways What is an AI Governance framework Why you need it in your organization How to implement an AI Government framework Meet Your Presenter Lela Machaidze Lela is a seasoned Senior Program Manager and strategist with more than 18 years managing complex healthcare infrastructure and international development projects​. As a graduate of MIT and Oxford’s executive Artificial Intelligence programs​ and author of Workshops: “AI for Business” & “AI for Public Sector”​, Lela prepares project managers for a future with AI

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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!

QT Connect Q1 Meetup Halifax

1800 Argyle Street 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for the QT Connect Meetup in Halifax (hosted by Volta). This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships within the community. Date: March 19, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: 1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Whether 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. We 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. Event Schedule & Agenda 5:00 pm Registration & Networking 5:45 pm Welcome and Announcements 6:00 pm Speaker TBA 6:45 pm Ask & Offer 7:00 PM Open Networking 7:45 pm Event Closes Community Asks & Offers Need support from the community (mentorship, looking for a job, connections)? Have resources to provide to the community (mentorship, office hours, connections)? We 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!

Lauchbox Innovation Awards Banquet

Acadia University 15 University Ave, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada

Get ready for the first-ever Acadia Launchbox Innovation Awards Banquet on March 19th! 🎉We’re coming together to celebrate the incredible student entrepreneurs at Acadia, recognize their outstanding accomplishments, and award over $8,000 in funding to the next generation of innovators. There will be notable guest speakers sharing their innovative projects and stories from their entrepreneurial journeys.This event will showcase the hard work and success stories of our Acadia students and bring together key stakeholders from the University, community, and regional ecosystem to inspire and support Acadia’s brightest entrepreneurial minds. ✨Mark your calendars MARCH 19TH, you won’t want to miss this celebration of innovation and impact!

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Talking Tech | Reimagining Tech Careers: The Nonlinear Path to Leadership

Join Digital Nova Scotia as we discuss how to move away from traditional career narratives, focusing on how diverse, unexpected, or even “messy” career trajectories in tech can be just as valuable—if not more so—than the conventional climb up the corporate ladder. It's about highlighting the growing acceptance of nontraditional paths to success and how these paths can ultimately lead to more innovative and adaptive leadership. Date: March 20, 2025 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM Location: Virtual Meet Your Moderator: Ashley MacInnis Before launching amPR inc., Ashley MacInnis spent the majority of her career in public relations and marketing within the tech industry, a space she feels deeply connected to and continues to passionately work in, particularly with startups. As she builds her business, transparency remains a core value.       Meet Your Panelists Irene Saliendra | CEO – FemEntity Irene Saliendra is the CEO of Fem Entity, a digital wellness platform designed to connect women with licensed wellness and medical practitioners. With a background in digital sales and technology, Irene is passionate about leveraging innovation to improve access to wellness solutions for women. She has been recognized as a 30 Under 30 Innovator by Atlantic Business Magazine and has led […]

Turning Tides Leadership Conference

TRURO, NOVA SCOTIA Nova Scotia, Canada

The Turning Tides Leadership Conference is now set for March 25th, 2025, and is focused on equipping Atlantic Canadian business owners with actionable insights and strategies for growth. Featuring expert-led sessions on leadership, financial resilience, and entrepreneurship, the event is a blend of keynote speeches, interactive panels, and networking opportunities. With sessions led by thought leaders like Tyler Hayden, Mark Black, Ravi Tangi, Menna Riley and Wendy Brookhouse, the conference provides tools to tackle today's business challenges.

$297
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Tech Skills vs. People Leadership — Navigating Career Paths in Technology

Join us for an insightful webinar that explores the dynamic interplay between technical skills and people leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology. In this session, industry experts and seasoned professionals will share their experiences and provide actionable advice on how to navigate these two distinct yet interconnected career paths. This webinar is perfect for tech professionals at any stage of their career who are contemplating their next move. Whether you're just starting out, mid-career, or a seasoned expert, you'll leave with a clearer understanding of how to chart your course in the tech industry.  3 Key Takeaways: Understand the key differences between technical and leadership roles, and what each path entails. Evaluate your strengths and passions to determine which career trajectory aligns best with your goals. Discover strategies for transitioning from a technical role to a leadership position, including how to develop essential soft skills like communication, empathy, and team management. Meet Your Presenter: Sarah Mullins has been a leader in the human resource industry for over 25 years. After a lengthy corporate career working with high growth organizations, she launched UptreeHR, a full service HR business partner for small businesses. She and her team educate and support Nova Scotia businesses in their efforts to attract and retain diverse teams as well as […]

Exclusive Lunch & Learn with ITI, Lenovo & Nutanix

15 Lakelands Boulevard Halifax, NS B3S 1G4

We invite you to enjoy lunch while networking with your peers and establishing local relationships with leading IT companies. Join experts from ITI, Lenovo, and Nutanix to discuss data center trends and discover how a modern IT environment can simplify management, provide better scalability, performance, and efficiency. Understand the potential impact on your business resulting from Broadcom's acquisition of VMware and explore cost-effective alternatives. Dive into real-world case studies. Learn why ITI selected Lenovo and Nutanix to run their Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) offering and how this solution powers the business of a leading Canadian logistics company, significantly reducing failover times and providing a cost-effective, scalable business resilience solution.