Talking Tech | The Dark Side of the Web: Navigating Cybersecurity in an Evolving Digital Landscape
2024-10-24 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Halifax)
What’s next in cybersecurity?
Join our expert panel for a virtual discussion on emerging trends, ethical hacking, and the future of digital safety. More details to be announced.
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DEFCON Halifax October Meet-Up
2024-10-24 18:30 - 20:30 | VOLTA, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8, Canada
Join us on October 26th, 6:30 PM at Volta for a cybersecurity meet-up! Network, learn, and hear Larry Cameron’s talk on Darkweb hunting.

Welcome Home to Canada - Employee Showcase
2024-10-29 08:30 - 10:00 | Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 4P7, Canada
Are you an employer looking to tap into a
pool of skilled, educated and multilingual
newcomers to Canada? Would you like to
bring energy, creativity and new perspectives
to your workplace?
Come and meet a group of skilled immigrants
at the Welcome Home to Canada showcase.
These job ready newcomers are
internationally educated and experienced in
a variety of professions, sectors and
industries.
The Welcome Home to Canada program is supported by the R. Howard Webster Foundation
and RBC Foundation and provides six-month paid work experiences to eligible newcomers.
With support from government and corporate funders and through community partnerships,
the program has benefitted over 200 newcomers since 2004.
Please RSVP by Friday, October 18 to John Murray,
Human Resource Manager, at jmurray@pier21.ca

AI Second, Business Process First
2024-10-29 10:00 - 11:00 | NS
In this 1-hour webinar, we’ll show businesses how to use AI (Artificial Intelligence) to make their work smoother and more efficient. We’ll start by examining current workflows to identify problems and inefficiencies. Then, we’ll explore how AI can solve these issues with real-life examples and begin to streamline operations.
3 key takeaways..

Focus on Your Business Processes First: Know your current processes well before adding AI to ensure it’s used effectively.
Use AI for Automation: Learn to automate tasks with AI tools like ChatGPT and Make.com to save time and reduce costs
See Real Improvements: Discover how optimized processes combined with AI can improve efficiency, customer service, and revenue for clear, measurable business growth.

Meet your presenter..
With over 20 years in creativity and 10+ years in mindfulness, Melissa is an AI trainer who integrates her expertise in entrepreneurship, mindset, and creativity to embrace new technology for the greater good. As a facilitator for Fortune 500 companies, author, and award-winning designer, she inspires entrepreneurs to harness AI’s potential for competitiveness and well-being, sharing real-life stories and training them to use AI confidently.

Frag for Cancer
2024-11-01 09:00 - 2024-11-03 22:00 | Light House Arts Centre, 1800 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3N8, Canada
Frag for Cancer, founded in 2005 by someone who lost their father to cancer, has raised $190,000 over 17 years to support cancer research and provide aid to children and their families. As the largest esports event on the East Coast of Canada, Frag offers gamers a chance to make a difference while enjoying a positive gaming experience, keeping hope alive for those affected by cancer.
Spectator pass $5. Cosplay pass $5 with entry into our cosplay contest. Team pass prices vary based on tournament registration.

QueerTech Qonference (QTQ)
2024-11-06 - 2024-11-07 | Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto, Ontario, M4W3X8, Canada
QueerTech is proud to present the third annual QT Qonference (QTQ)! The organization’s most anticipated event each year, QTQ 2024 will be held November 6-7 at a beautiful, accessible venue in Toronto, ON, and virtually.
This hybrid, 2-day event is all about connecting, empowering and celebrating Canada’s 2SLGBTQIA+ tech community! Whether you’re looking to advance your career, discover business development opportunities, strengthen your leadership toolkit or simply have some fun with other queer professionals, QTQ 2024 is for you!
The QT Qonference is crafted to have something for everyone – that’s why learning sessions are curated to support three main audiences – those looking to access tech and advance in tech, current and aspiring leaders in tech, and tech or tech-enabled entrepreneurs – across four content tracks:
🤖 Technology
🤝 Leadership
🚀 Entrepreneurship
💜 Mental Health & Wellness
What Attendees Can Expect:

Learning: facilitated workshops, expert-led panels, inspirational keynotes and technical talks focused on tech know-how, leadership development, entrepreneurship, resilience building, and more.
Employment & Hiring Opportunities: Applicable employment opportunities, access to vetted employers, and more.
Connections: Dedicated community connection channels, exhibitor zone, and more.
Business Development & Funding: Whether you’re a tech leader looking to close a client, or a founder looking for investment, this event is for you.

The Details:

Dates: 6 – 7 November, 2024
Location: Toronto
Venue: Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview Ave., Toronto, ON, M4W3X8
Format: Hybrid – both in-person and virtual tickets available.
Theme: Queering Up: Expand Your Mindset to be Future-Ready
Accessibility: QueerTech prioritizes accessibility in all events – whether the barrier pertains to ticket cost, or access to the venue itself. Scholarship and volunteer tickets are available for QTQ 2024. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible.

Plus, use the code QTQCOMMUNITY15 to save 15% off a Professional or Founder ticket type.

2024 Tech Forward Awards
2024-11-07 17:00 - 21:30 | Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3J5, Canada
Digital Nova Scotia is pleased to invite you to the 2024 Tech Forward Awards presented by RBC. Join industry leaders for a night of celebration to highlight and recognize organizations, and individuals who are making a difference in the ICT sector in Nova Scotia.

Agenda
Doors open: 5:00 pm
Cocktails: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Dinner served: 6:30pm
Award ceremony: 7:45pm – 9:30pm
Accessibilty info
We’re committed to making this event accessible for everyone. Here’s what you can expect at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel:

We will have a ramp leading up to the stage
Accessible on-site parking
Elevators throughout the property
Valet parking for vehicles outfitted for drivers in wheelchairs
Van-accessible on-site parking
The hotel’s main entrance is fully accessible

If you have any other accessibility needs, just let us know and we’ll be happy to make arrangements.

The Tech Forward Awards presented by RBC features 8 unique awards

Talent Champion Award, sponsored by Humankind Global Recruitment
Tech for Good Award, sponsored by CGI
Thinking Forward Award
Provincial Spotlight Award, sponsored by Invest Nova Scotia
Best of Tech Award, sponsored by Compugen
One to Watch Award, sponsored by Dash Hudson
Role Model Award
Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award

Together we are recognizing that diversity is fuelling innovation in our province, and the impact and influence of leaders in our community. Thank you to our sponsors and selection committee for making this years event possible!

2024 ANNUAL FALL DINNER
2024-11-13 16:30 - 21:00 | Halifax Convention Centre, Nova Scotia, Canada
ENERGY CREATION + STORAGE
Let’s power Nova Scotia towards a brighter tomorrow
Dalhousie’s expert faculty and Halifax-based business partners will deliver a TED Talk-style presentation on the innovative and revolutionary work being done here in Halifax to deliver clean energy locally, nationally, and globally.
As the world transitions towards sustainable practices, Nova Scotia is unique in its vast opportunities in the renewable energy sector. Our proximity to natural resources like our oceans, wind and natural gas allow us to harness the full potential of renewable energy in the province.
This important and necessary move to electric and renewable energies will require double the energy usage in the coming years. To get there, we’ll need to explore emerging technologies, identify areas for collaboration and partnership, and accelerate and build the infrastructure for the transition. Is our grid ready?
Join us at the 2024 Fall Dinner to discover how collaboration can unlock these resources, drive economic growth, and contribute to a greener, more sustainable future for the province.

BSides Halifax 2024
2024-11-14 09:00 - 16:30 | 6050 University Ave, 6050 University Ave, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 4R2, Canada
BSides Halifax is proud to announce our 4th (becoming annual!) Halifax BSides conference! The event will once again be held IRL (in real life), but this time in the fall on Thursday, November 14th, 2024. It will be another great day filled with talks and the chance to spend time with fellow security enthusiasts, as well as some muffins, hopefully.
For this go round we are partnerning with ShiftKey Labs and will be holding the event at Dalhousie’s Computer Science building. As always, all are welcome, be they battle-hardened analysts, DC902 stalwarts, application security experts, or those new to the field.
As we did last year, we are offering tickets for a minimum donation of $13.37 (we’ll keep this price point as long as we possibly can). All proceeds will again go to Feed Nova Scotia, because grocery prices haven’t gotten any better since last time.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone mid November and are excited by the chance to hold the event at a larger venue. We’ll have some old favorites and a fresh batch of talks and activities to enjoy.
Get your ticket before they’re gone!
(Agenda will be released when confirmed, though the event will run between 9am and around 5pm.)

Forming a Friendship with AI & Cybersecurity Basics for SMBs
2024-11-14 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-11-21 17:30 - 19:30 | NS
Presented By: CBDC Yarmouth
FREE

Register for this 2-part training series offered by CBDC Yarmouth and The Yarmouth & Area Chamber of Commerce, to learn how artificial intelligence can become your new best friend and how to stay safe in the online world!
Join Rachael Mcbay for “Forming a Friendship with AI”:
Thursday, Nov. 14th
Starting at 5:30pm
Via ZOOM
Join Dennis d’Entermont for “Cybersecurity Basics for SMBs”: Thursday, Nov. 21st
5:30pm to 7:30pm
Via ZOOM

POWER LUNCH: How to get your training online!
2024-11-19 12:00 - 13:30 | Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd, Dartmouth NS B3B 1N1, Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd, Dartmouth NS, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B3B 1N1, Canada
Are you ready to build an online Training Course but have no idea where to begin?
Then this 1-hour power lunch session is the right place for you!

In this session:
You will be guided to consider the necessary steps to bring a course to life online. Whether you have an existing instructor-led program you would like to convert to online or are starting from scratch; this session has everything you need to help you consider the steps you will need to take to bring your course to life online!
Takeaways for this topic:
1. Identify your course objectives and learning audience
2. Identify existing resources that can be easily adapted for your online course
3. Consider assessment and evaluation approaches for your online course
4. Review a list of delivery options for your course
5. Benefits of getting your course online quickly
Rob Belliveau – Speaker Bio
Robert Belliveau is the founder and president of NeonTrain, an eLearning company that helps small- and medium-sized organizations train online using the Brightspace Learning Management System.
With over 20 years of experience as a firefighter with Halifax Regional Fire Emergency, Rob, as a Training Officer, led the deployment of an eLearning system across the Municipal fire department. This unprecedented implementation showed Rob the power of effective eLearning and began his journey as a champion of online learning.
Inspired to extend the benefits of online training to more organizations, he launched NeonTrain in 2021. The company now supports over 40 Learning Providers, offering custom training solutions and an online storefront for course creators. Rob holds a Commerce degree with a certificate in Human Resources and Industrial Relations. He is a sought-after consultant and speaker known for his insightful understanding of both the technical and human aspects of eLearning.
Links:
LinkedIn
NeonTrain

Virtual Session: Work Permit Options for Nova Scotia Employers
2024-11-19 19:00 - 20:00 | NS
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.

The 2024 Atlantic Technology Summit
2024-11-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane, 5657 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3R4, Canada
Discover the future at the 2024 Atlantic Technology Summit with our theme, “Innovate, Integrate, Empower – Human Centric Solutions for a Connected World.” This year’s focus is on pioneering innovations that prioritize human needs, seamlessly integrating diverse technologies, and empowering individuals and communities through enhanced connectivity.
Join us in Halifax, Nova Scotia, as we explore cutting-edge advancements and collaborative solutions that drive a more inclusive, sustainable, and connected world.
DNS members save 30% off tickets with code DNS24

TRIBE LEADERS SUMMIT 2024
2024-11-20 09:00 - 15:30 | Scotia Bank Centre, 1800 Argyle Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 2V9, Canada
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.

Ocean Connector: Accelerating Industry Collaboration and Innovation with Digital Harbour
2024-11-21 04:00 - 18:00 | Colin MacLean Hall, 27 Parker Street, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B2Y 4T5, Canada
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!

Introduction to Shopify for Small Businesses
2024-11-21 10:00 - 11:00 | NS
This 1-hour webinar is designed to help small business owners kick-start their e-commerce journey with Shopify. If you are new to online selling or looking to have more information on Shopify, this session will walk you through the essential steps of setting up and managing a Shopify store, from selecting a theme to optimizing your store for growth and scalability.
1. Setting Up Your Shopify Store
2. Choose a Theme
3. Custom Design and Brand Guidelines
4. Shipping Setting
5. Order Management, Draft order
5. Creating Products and Collections
6. Page Creation and Navigation Setup
7. Shopify API and Third-Party Integrations
8. SEO and Meta Tags
9. Social Media Integration
10-Google Index
11. Domain and Store Settings
12. Working with an Agency / Add user
By the end of this webinar, you will have a better understanding of how to set up and manage a Shopify store. We’ll be open to answering questions after the session to address any specific questions you may have.
3 key takeaways..

Comprehensive Store Setup: Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how to create a Shopify store from scratch, including domain setup, theme selection (free vs. paid), product management, and optimizing store navigation.
Optimizing for Growth: Learn the basics of SEO and how to integrate social media and third-party tools to boost visibility, attract traffic, and streamline business operations.
Custom Design and Expert Support: Discover how to maintain a consistent brand identity through custom design and explore when it’s beneficial to work with an agency or expert for advanced store customizations and scaling efforts.

Meet your presenter..

Servio Anez is a Digital Marketing and E-commerce Specialist with over 10 years of experience, based in Nova Scotia, Canada. He specializes in Shopify 2.0, SEO, content creation, and Google Tools, helping businesses enhance their online presence and grow through strategic digital marketing efforts. Servio has worked with many clients, from small startups to well-established companies, delivering increased traffic, improved user experience, and higher conversion rates.

EmpowerConnect Event for International Students
2024-11-23 10:00 - 23:30 | NS
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

Stress-Free Content Creation: Leveraging AI to Create and Plan
2024-11-26 10:00 - 12:00 | 260 Main St, Yarmouth, NS B5A 1C9, 260 Main Street, Yarmouth, Yarmouth, B5A 1C9, Canada
Struggling to figure out what to post on social media? Join Ingrid Deon from word-craft for an interactive workshop where you’ll learn her easy-to-follow social media content planning system, enhanced with the power of AI. Find out how to create content pillars to stay organized and focused, and learn to use specialized ChatGPT prompts to generate dozens of engaging post ideas. Plus, map out your social media posts and schedule them in advance so you’re never stuck wondering what to post next.
3 key takeaways..

Learn how to divide your social media content into 4 to 7 content pillars (themes)
Use tailored ChatGPT prompts to generate dozens of post ideas under each content pillar.
Master the process of scheduling social media posts in advance for stress-free content management.

Meet your presenter..
Ingrid Deon is the Founder and CEO of word-craft, a social media marketing agency headquartered in Yarmouth. She and her team specialize in organic social media strategy, content creation and community management, and they work with clients such as Nestlé Canada, RBC Wealth Management and Fatso Peanut Butter.

Halihax Data Science Meetup
2024-11-26 19:00 - 21:00 | VOLTA, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8, Canada
📣 About The Speakers
Jacob MacRitchie
Full Stack and Automation Systems Developer @ Samson Digital
A self-taught dev building internal-tools with AI at Samson Digital in Cape Breton.
Shameer Iqbal
CEO & Co-founder of Kardio Diagnostix
💪 Proudly Supported By Community Sponsors
Concrete Ventures
An Atlantic Canadian Pre-Seed Venture Capital Fund
Dash Hudson
A social media management platform that delivers sophisticated insights and workflow tools
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Wattpad
The world’s most-loved social storytelling platform
Content Bloom
A digital consultancy that combines creativity, technology, data, and digital trends to deliver solutions that improve the bottom line for enterprise clients
🔎 About Halihax
Halihax’ mission is to inspire, connect, and grow the builders and creators of the Atlantic Canadian technology ecosystem. Halihax offers a suite of resources to engage with the regional technology and startup community. Operating primarily as an online community through Slack, we offer a space for anyone to collaborate and learn with leading industry experts, and share support for local initiatives. Want to join in on the conversation?
Join the conversation in our Slack community

Lunch & Learn with bdc
2024-11-27 11:30 - 13:30 | Joan Harriss Cruise Pavillion, 74 Esplanade, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P 1A1, Canada
Join BDC, the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce, and Cape Breton Partnership for a Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, November 27, at the Joan Harriss Cruise Pavilion in the Kavanaugh Room from 11:30AM until 1:30PM.
We’re excited to welcome Sean Pile, Client Partner, BDC Advisory Services and Adam Nalepa, Senior Business Advisor, Business Organizational Capabilities, BDC as our guest speakers.
More than ever, recruiting and retaining talented and motivated employees is a major challenge, especially for growing companies. This often stems from poorly defined roles and responsibilities, unstructured recruitment practices, values not conveyed in the organization, an ill-defined employer brand, etc. Attendees will learn three main strategies for attracting and retaining workers to help see things more clearly.
Several concepts and tools will be presented: employer branding, engagement strategies based on professional development and advancement, and the structured recruitment process.
Thanks to the generous sponsorship of BDC, this event is free to Chamber Members, Cape Breton Partnership Investors, and BDC clients.
If you are an Investor of the Cape Breton Partnership, click here to let us know you’d like to attend and we’ll send you your discounted ticket link! For all others, registration is $10. Available seating is limited.

The Social Media Edge: Winning Strategies for Entrepreneurs
2024-11-27 16:00 - 20:00 | Runway Cafe – JA Douglas McCurdy Sydney Airport, 280 Silver Dart Way Grand Lake Road, Nova Scotia, B1M 1B8
About This Event
Dive deep into various social media platforms and strategies through hands on, actionable sessions on Instagram accounts. Each session will be led by experts, offering hands-on guidance and actionable advice.
Learn from their experiences, challenges, and triumphs.
Explore funding possibilities through the government’s digital adoption strategy, helping you access resources to enhance your digital capabilities.

Join us for this comprehensive event and take your social media skills to the next level. Network with fellow entrepreners, learn from industry experts, and discover new strategies to grow your business online.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your social media strategy and connect with the vibrant Cape Breton business community!
Participant Code of Conduct
CEED is committed to a healthy, safe and supportive workplace and is committed to providing an environment that values diversity and where all persons are treated with respect and dignity. It is the right of all employees, facilitators, participants and visitors to work in an environment free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination and other offensive behavior.
Harassment is defined as any unsolicited or unwelcome behaviour that is disrespectful or offensive that reasonably ought to be known to be unwelcome or objectionable and that is likely to cause offence or humiliation. This behaviour may be discriminatory, but may also simply be disrespectful or offensive behaviour that demeans, embarrasses, intimidates or injures an individual. Harassment may include but is not limited to:

unwelcome remarks, taunting, suggestive comments;
racist behaviour or language;
rude or aggressive behaviour or language, including uses of profanity;
show of disrespect or an act designed to undermine.

Sexual harassment is defined as any sexually oriented comment or conduct, whether verbal or physical, that reasonably ought to be known to be unwelcome or objectionable and/or might reasonably be perceived by the individual as placing a sexual condition on the provision of services, employment, training or promotion. Sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to, the following behaviour:

An implied or expressed threat of reprisal for refusal to comply with a sexually-oriented request;
A demand for sexual favour in return for services, employment, continued employment, or more favourable employment conditions;
An unwelcome remark, joke, innuendo, proposition, or taunt about a person’s body, attire, sexual orientation or sexual behaviour;
A display of a sexist or suggestive picture or material;
Suggestive, persistent staring or leering;
Physical contact such as touching, petting, pinching, etc. with a sexual undercurrent; and/or
Sexual assault.

A person discriminates when the person makes a distinction, whether intentional or not, based on a characteristic, or perceived characteristic, protected by the Human Rights Act, which includes, but may not be limited to, characteristics such as a person’s age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, ethnic, national or aboriginal origin, family or marital status, etc.
Any display of such behaviour, as identified above, negatively impacts the working and learning environments, as well as the overall well-being of individuals; and will not be accepted or tolerated under any circumstances.
Upon investigation of a reported incident, CEED Management will determine the nature and severity of the infraction, as well as the appropriate penalty. As such, a participant may be dismissed from the SE program for a 1st offence if the nature of the offence warrants such a penalty.
If you fail to meet your obligations as outlined in this agreement, you may be dismissed from the program.

Back to the Basics of UX (User Experience)
2024-11-27 19:30 - 21:30 | VOLTA, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8, Canada
Details

This month we’re going back to the basics…The Basics of User Experience.
Are you curious about UX?
Wondering if this field is for you?
Have friends that think you just do ‘graphic design’?
This month’s session is definitely for you. Ruby will share an overview of UX, how it’s changed over the years, and aim to answer some very common questions about the field. Then we’ll open it up to the audience for an open panel Q&A.
AGENDA
7:30 PM Doors open, networking time
7:40 PM Introductions from Nata and Ruby
7:45 PM Back to the Basics of User Experience (UX)
8:05 PM Open panel Q&A
9:00 PM Doors close
HOW TO FIND US AT VOLTA
Enter at 1800 Argyle St. Proceed up the stairs or use the accessible ramp to the left of the stairs. Take elevators to the 8th floor. Go through the doors ahead. Volta is on your right. Proceed across the space. Take a left down the hallway after the projection wall. The room is ahead, to the right.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
An enormous thank you to Volta for sharing their space with us. With this venue, we can continue to grow and scale our meetups for larger audiences.
SUPPORT US!
We are solely volunteer-run! We are always looking for sponsors and volunteers. Please reach out if you want to learn more.

DEFCON Halifax November Meet-Up
2024-11-28 06:30 - 20:30 | VOLTA, 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8, Canada
Join us on November 28th at 6:30 PM at Volta for our final meet-up of the year and network with cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts!
We’re excited to have Brandon S. return for a feature talk titled “The Internet of Sh*t: When Your Toaster Joins a Hacker Club” 🤖💀A talk about the increasing rise in ‘smart’ devices.

💡 Why You Should Attend:
✅ Connect with like-minded cybersecurity professionals
✅ Stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends
✅ Share insights and knowledge in a relaxed, no-pressure environment
No sponsors. No sales pitches. Just good conversations and valuable connections! 🤝
✨Agenda:
📌6:30 PM – Doors Open, #Networking
📌 6:55 PM – Welcome & Introductions
📌7:00 PM – Brandon’s Talk 🎙
📌 7:30 PM – Q&A 🧐
📌8:00 PM – More Networking
📌 8:30 PM – Event Wrap-Up
Special thanks to Volta for hosting us in their awesome venue! 🙏

We are looking forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new ones!⚠️
📸 Reminder: Photos will be taken during the event. If you RSVP but can’t make it, please let us know.
🔥 Get your ticket now and close the year with meaningful connections and great insights.

Canada’s AI Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities for Women
2024-11-28 17:30 - 20:00 | Halifax Convention Centre, Nova Scotia, Canada
Canada’s AI Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities for Women
Join us for an inspiring evening at the Halifax Convention Center as our panel dives into the unique opportunities and challenges for women in Canada’s AI landscape. Hear from industry leaders on career growth, overcoming obstacles, and building an inclusive future in AI. Afterward, relax and connect over nibbles and drinks at our networking session—a welcoming space to share ideas, spark new connections, and celebrate the strides women are making in AI!

Mirror your Business: A Blueprint for creating a Digital Twin of an Organization (DTO)
2024-12-03 10:00 - 11:00 | NS
This webinar explores the growing field of Digital Twin of an Organization (DTO) and how an established 8-step implementation methodology can help any organization enhance process understanding, optimize performance, reduce costs, and drive strategic improvements. It covers tips and techniques for:

Identifying the right focus for your DTO model
Analyzing current processes and data for maximum impact
Designing and building a precise DTO model
Validating results for actionable insights
Leveraging the DTO for continuous improvement and future planning
You’ll also learn how to sustain DTO modeling to continually unlock the full potential of mirroring your business.

3 key takeaways..

Learn the steps to create a DTO, from modeling focus to building and validating your DTO for strategic insights.
Discover how a DTO boosts process understanding, cuts costs, and drives continuous improvement.
Understand how to maintain and evolve your DTO for ongoing insights and sustained benefits.

Meet your presenter..

Mike Haley is President and Founder of Landmark Decisions Inc., a Nova Scotia based management consulting firm providing worldwide “Performance Alignment” facilitation, training, and implementation services. The prime focus of the company has been to supply guidance on the development of strategic, operational, and financial “Digital Twin of an Organization (DTO)” models which help organizations improve their business decision making capacity.

DNS Holiday Member Mixer
2024-12-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Suite 201, 1875 UPPER WATER ST, Suite 201, 1875 UPPER WATER ST, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 1S9, Canada
REGISTRATION FULL!
Click “Register” to add yourself to the waitlist.
Get ready to sleigh into the merry season with us at our Holiday Member Mixer! ✨Join us on December 12th from 4 – 7 pm at our brand-new office in Historic Properties—we’re decking the halls, adding some sparkle, and can’t wait to welcome you to our new space!
Indulge in a festive evening where you can sip, snack, and schmooze with other DNS members. Mingle over merry treats, swap stories, and make meaningful connections that will carry you right into the new year!
Don’t be a Grinch—get yourself on the Nice List and register today!
Let’s jingle all the way to 2025 with great company, lots of laughter, and plenty of holiday cheer. *This event is currently open exclusively to Digital Nova Scotia Members with a Professional Membership level or higher.

Bowling into the Holidays with UX Salon Halifax
2024-12-17 17:45 - 19:45 | Bowlarama, 3459 Desmond Ave, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3L 0E5, Canada
Details

Come join us for a casual holiday networking event at the Bowlarama!
This event has cost of $10 per person and has a limited number of spots. RSVP early!
More details to follow.

Third Wednesday
2024-12-18 17:00 - 19:30 | Atlantica Hotel Halifax, 1980 Robie St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 3G5, 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!

Industry Showcase: Ubisoft
2025-01-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Ubisoft Halifax 1505 Barrington St #1200, Halifax, NS, Canada, Nova Scotia, Canada
Details coming soon! 📅
