Events

A pitch to change your world – in just 3 minutes On September 17, the global Falling Walls Lab pitch competition comes to Halifax as part of Dal Innovation Week, and you’re invited. At this lightning-fast event, some of Atlantic Canada’s brightest minds will share groundbreaking research, disruptive technologies, and transformative ideas to change the world for the better. Featuring innovations that promise to eliminate plastic pollution, power farming with artificial intelligence, fight cancer-causing viruses, build better batteries and much more, Falling Walls is a barrage of brilliance and you’ve got a front-row seat. The victor of the night will compete in Berlin, Germany against winners from nearly 100 competitions around the globe at the world-renowned Falling Walls Science Summit. Last year, Atlantic Canada’s winner went on to take the grand prize. It could happen again. Don’t miss out! Learn more about Falling Walls Lab global pitch competition. Time: 6 – 8:30 p.m.

Uniting Dalhousie’s Visionaries for Collaboration and Advancement Open Innovation Street is set to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit Wednesday, September 18th, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This dynamic showcase aims to unite the innovation continuum at Dalhousie University. Come along as we bring together over 15 organizations, offering you the unique opportunity to connect with innovation partners at booths and activations located across campus. Whether you’re seeking collaborative opportunities, exploring new ventures, or simply curious about the latest advancements, Open Innovation Street promises an engaging experience for all. Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. *Registration is not required.

Hosted by the Black Studies Research Institute (in STEMM) The second installation of the Symposium on Black Methods in Science, Technology, and Innovation Research in Canada and Beyond brings together scholars, researchers, practitioners, engineers, technicians, social entrepreneurs, students, community members, and change agents to share their innovative methodologies in STEMM that engage with and centre Black Studies. Agenda September 19: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. September 20: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

An inside look at the top innovations coming out of Dalhousie University Get ready to witness the culmination of innovation and entrepreneurship at Dal Demo Day! Join us on September 19, as we showcase the incredible journey of 16 teams who have participated in Collide & Lab2Market Launch summer startup accelerator program, and 10 teams who have spent the last 10-months building physical products through the ideaBUILD program. Through months of dedication, from conception to execution, these teams have relentlessly honed their ideas, shaped their companies, achieving remarkable milestones. Now, they’re ready to take the stage and pitch their startup ventures to a live audience. Celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship, creativity, and the transformative power of bold ideas with us. Don’t miss out on this exciting event where innovation takes center stage and dreams become reality! Event Agenda: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. Demo Expo featuring 10 Teams 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Live Pitches from 17 Entrepreneurial Teams 4:30 – 5:00 p.m. Networking

Hosted by the Faculty of Agriculture Join us for a celebration and showcase of Agricultural Innovation on Dalhousie’s Agricultural Campus. Enjoy a stroll through the Demonstration and Cultiv8 gardens as you sample student-led food products and visit research displays. Featuring: Digital and precision agriculture technology demos Opportunities to meet the researchers and students behind innovative work Guided tours of the Cultiv8 student-managed CSA Opportunities to purchase fresh produce from the farm stand Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm

A celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation at Dalhousie and across Atlantic Canada Dalhousie University and Morrison Park Advisors invite you to experience an evening of creativity, inspiration, and innovation at the Young Innovator’s Dinner! This exclusive event celebrates the bright minds and groundbreaking ideas of tomorrow’s leaders. Get a chance to connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals as you enjoy a gourmet dining experience designed to spark intimate conversation and collaboration. Engage in thought-provoking discussions on emerging technologies, disruptive trends, and the future of innovation across various fields at the Young Innovator’s Dinner. Time: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Please contact adart@dal.ca to learn more about purchasing a table.

The first-ever Blue Hackathon will bring together Dalhousie undergraduates and graduates from all disciplines to dive deep into tackling real-world ocean-based energy problems. If you’re a current Dalhousie student, join us for an immersive hackathon on September 20th-21st on campus! New to hackathons? No worries. We won’t require you to build hardware or program code – but we will encourage creativity of all kinds! Through mentorship and collaboration, this hackathon is designed to equip you with the context, support, and resources needed to thrive in this competition. Although there will be prizes for award winners, this event also brings value in its skill-building, knowledge-sharing and networking opportunities. The best hackathon teams come with a diverse set of strengths and experiences. If you are a Dalhousie student, regardless of your faculty or program, you can sign up as an individual for free on our linked Eventbrite page! At the event registration desk, you can share your team preferences and will be placed in a team of 4-6 people before hacking begins. What exactly will you be “Hacking”? The interest in ocean-based energy (also known as marine-based energy) is rising! Ocean-based energy refers to various forms of renewable energy powered by the ocean […]

Management Career Services is proud to present a new opportunity to strengthen your employer brand with Dalhousie business students! Join us virtually on Monday, September 23 for our inaugural Dal Business Society Showcase. There are more than a dozen business student societies in Dalhousie’s Faculty of Management, and we are providing you with the opportunity to learn about all of them. At this virtual event, each student society will have three minutes to present their value proposition. Post-event, attendees will receive contact information for each society. You choose who you wish to follow up with from our Bachelor of Commerce Co-op, Bachelor of Management, and Corporate Residency MBA societies, and you will then be able to build and strengthen relationships with the societies best aligned with your organization’s recruitment strategies. Click here to register.

TECHNATION’s Executive Briefing event series offers an open and transparent value exchange between industry and government. Working with government leaders from across Canada, we will bring forward-thinking leaders from the Atlantic Region to discuss critical issues and to identify digital acceleration opportunities for government services. Confirmed Speakers: David Greenfield, CIO, Halifax Harbour Bridges Jennifer LaPlante, Chief Growth & Investment Officer, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster Jonathan Veale, Vice President, Strategic Infrastructure and Development, Build Nova Scotia Derrick Whalen, Director, Information & Technology Services, Halifax Port Authority (HPA) Network with influential government and industry leaders and engage in thoughtful conversation as we collaborate to drive digital transformation and procurement modernization.