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About this event Are you a small or medium enterprise (SME) in Atlantic Canada offering defence or marine solutions, or interested in selling to the government? This is your opportunity to connect directly with government buyers and explore how your enterprise can become a supplier to the public sector. While the event highlights marine and defence procurement, it is open to all small enterprises. Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) – Atlantic Region, in collaboration with the Department of National Defence and the Province of Nova Scotia - with support from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), invites you to a high-impact full day of networking, learning, and business development. What This Event Will Deliver Strategic Connections: meet procurement representatives from federal, provincial, and municipal governments actively seeking defence and marine solutions, as well as a variety of goods and services. Business Intelligence: learn what public buyers are looking for and how to navigate procurement processes. Support & Resources: discover PAC’s programs and services designed to help small businesses navigate the federal procurement process. Why You Should Attend Direct access to government buyers who will be hosting booths and sharing insights on what they purchase. Practical guidance on how to become a supplier to the public sector. A chance to market […]

Overview Join DEFCON Halifax on Dec 4th at Volta! Network and hear Malcolm talk about How You Can Help Fight Censorship from Your Own Backyard DEFCON Halifax – December Meet-Up 📅 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Thursday, December 4th, 2025 🕡 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Volta, Halifax 🎤 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸: Presented by Malcolm MacDonald, a dedicated IT and security professional with a background in cybersecurity and systems administration. Malcolm will be presenting a talk titled 'Bridges & Snowflakes: How You Can Help Fight Censorship from Your Own Backyard,' where he discusses practical ways individuals can contribute to a more open internet. 🔍 What’s This All About? DEFCON Halifax is your local hub for hackers, tinkerers, and cybersecurity pros. Whether you're just curious or deep in the field, you're welcome here. Come to learn, connect, and be part of Halifax’s growing infosec community. 💡 Why You Should Come: Meet fellow hackers, makers, and defenders Learn about the latest security trends and best practices Share knowledge in a laid-back, pressure-free environment No sponsors. No sales. Just real people and real conversations 🤝 Community-Powered and Proudly Sponsor-Free DEFCON Halifax aims to create an environment free from sales pitches. We depend on our community's generosity to cover small expenses. When […]

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Details Immigration rules are constantly evolving. But one thing remains constant: employers must comply with Immigration requirements or they – and their foreign employees – are exposed to potentially severe consequences. What are the key immigration compliance obligations of which you should be aware? How can you manage compliance with Immigration rules? What are the risks if you fail to comply? Join McInnes Cooper Immigration Lawyers Sarah McInnes and Amanda Nash for a virtual roundtable conversation about immigration law compliance.