Name: Canadian Medical Datathon: From Zero to Data-Ready
Start: 2026-03-04T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-04T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Online

February 2026
Executive Lounge: Dual-Use Technologies

Featured February 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am AST

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

This event is by invitation only. If you are interested in attending, please reach out to Derek at derek@digitalnovascotia.com. Proceed to registration if you have received an access code. -- In partnership with DeepSense, We are excited to bring together senior leaders from industry, government, and research to explore how Nova Scotia’s technology sector can support Canada’s defence priorities and national sovereignty. As defence, security, and commercial innovation increasingly overlap, dual-use technologies, solutions with both civilian and defence applications are becoming critical to Canada’s economic resilience and security strategy. This executive-focused event creates a space for meaningful dialogue, relationship-building, and practical insights into how companies can engage with Canada’s defence ecosystem. Hosted at The PIER in Halifax, this Executive Lounge will feature expert panel discussions, short presentations, and curated networking opportunities designed to connect decision-makers with defence expertise and government partners. -- Special guests for this event include: Shan Gu | Founder and CEO @ Foci Solutions Shan leads a boutique software engineering and applied AI organization with team members located across Canada from Halifax to Vancouver. Foci has been working with public and private sector clients around the world to build market leading software solutions since 2015. Prior to […]
Build with v0 (by Vercel) – Halifax Edition!

February 19 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm AST

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

What if you could rebuild your favourite childhood game in an hour? Not a perfect replica. Something weirder. Something that makes people laugh when they play it. On February 19th (Thursday), that's exactly what v0 and Volta are doing. 👉 THEMES (Pick any or both): ✅ A Game: Recreate a classic game from your childhood, but make it weird (Think: Snake, Tetris, Pong, Space Invaders, Pac-Man – but with your own twist) ✅ A Real Problem: Solve an actual personal problem (You're terrible at staying in touch, remembering things, making decisions - Build a tool that helps) 👉 WHO IS THIS FOR: ✅ Students ✅ Professionals curious about AI-assisted development ✅ Anyone enthusiastic about games ✅ People who've only used ChatGPT and want to see what else is possible 👉 WHAT YOU GET: ✅ Free V0 $10 credits from Vercel ✅ Chance to demo your build ✅ Pizza + pop on the house 👉 What to bring: ✅ Laptop. ✅ Curiosity. ✅ Willingness to build something in public. Super excited to meet you there! ✌️
SR&ED 101 Masterclass & Workshop

February 20 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm AST

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

Join Volta for an engaging overview of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentive (SR&ED) Program. When: Friday , February 20, 2026 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm AST Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle St., Unit 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 or Virtual via Zoom (login details in your confrimation email) Description: Join Volta for an engaging overview of the Scientific Research and Experimental Development Tax Incentive (SR&ED) Program. On average, SR&ED provides more than $4.1 billion in tax credits to over 18,000 claimants annually through over 21,000 claims. Learn how to access SR&ED investment tax credits, and how the program supports innovative Canadian businesses with their R&D projects. We will guide you through eligibility criteria, qualifying expenditures, and the free tools and services available to help you navigate the claim submission process with ease. Part 1: SR&ED Program Overview Part 2: Tools & Services Workshop NOTE: If you are unable to attend the event please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows the team to better prepare for every event. By attending this event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to Volta to use your image in promotional and/or marketing materials.
Workshop: Using ChatGPT in Predictive and Agile Projects

February 23 @ 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm AST

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, Canada

PLEASE NOTE: This training has eligibility requirements for participation listed below - please read carefully The objective of the Using ChatGPT in Predictive and Agile Projects course is to provide guidance to participants on how to create project plans and work in project delivery using input from the AI tool ChatGPT. This course provides a place where participants can share ideas on creating workable project plans using the intelligence of this tool. Despite widespread reports of organizations heavily investing in AI, the 2023 PMI Annual Global Survey on Project Management found that only 21% of respondents are using AI always or often when managing projects. Compared to the 82% of senior leaders who say AI will have at least some impact on projects, there’s a disconnect between current and aspirational use. This course shows how to integrate AI, through ChatGPT and PMI Infinity, in projects. We will go through numerous examples of doing so, and participants will practice using these tools to gain knowledge and experience. The expected impact of this training will be more knowledgeable personnel who are using the new AI tools effectively for the specific application of project management. Due to the shared information provided by the […]
Self-Employment Benefit Program | Lunch & Learn

February 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm AST

Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre 500 George Street #suite 200, Sydney, NS, Nova Scotia, Canada

This session provides an overview of the SE (Self-Employment) Program. Learn how the program supports individuals who are starting or growing their own business while receiving income support. This session is part of the Tuesday Lunch & Learn series at the New Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre.
Industry Showcase: Trihedral Engineering Limited

February 24 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm AST

The Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 430 Nova Scotia, Canada

The Industry Showcase with Trihedral Engineering Limited Date: Tuesday February 24, 2026 Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm Location: Room 430 Slonim Conference Room, Goldberg Computer Science Building Registration: Click here to register Benefits of attending: Learn about the organization’s operations Discover upcoming job and training opportunities Learn about a Halifax based company
AI Discovery Series – South Shore

Featured February 25 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm AST

Oak Island Resort & Conference Centre 6 Treasure Dr, Western Shore, NS, Canada

As technology continues to advance, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are often the ones left behind—not due to lack of ambition, but lack of access, time, and practical support. This one-day, in-person workshop is designed to close that gap by giving Nova Scotia SMEs the knowledge, confidence, and tools they need to begin using AI in meaningful, cost-effective ways. Delivered by Digital Nova Scotia, in partnership with local ecosystem organizations and AI experts, this hands-on workshop provides a practical introduction to artificial intelligence—what it is, how it works, and how it can be applied directly to everyday business operations. Workshop topics: Make AI Work Better for You (Even If You’re Not Technical) Getting AI to do the Work for You AI Agents: Automate Your Knowledge Work This workshop includes complimentary breakfast and lunch
Navigating the Atlantic Job Market: Strategies for Career Success

February 25 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm AST

Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre 960 Tower Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Participants will gain practical tips and proven strategies for securing employment, including resume optimization, networking approaches ta Speaker Alex Cann Join us for an engaging and interactive session focused on understanding and succeeding in the Atlantic Job Market. Whether you’re a recent graduate, newcomer, career changer, or seasoned professional, this session will provide valuable insights into employment opportunities. Participants will gain practical tips and proven strategies for securing employment, including resume optimization, networking approaches tailored to the Atlantic region, navigating local hiring trends, and standing out in competitive industries. The session will feature real-world examples, interactive discussions, and actionable takeaways to help you confidently position yourself in today’s evolving job market. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn insider tips, ask questions, and build the tools you need to successfully launch or advance your career in Atlantic Canada. CODE OF CONDUCT Agenda: 6:00PM – 6:15PM: Welcome & Registration 6:15PM – 6:20PM: Opening Remarks 6:20PM – 7:00PM: Speaker Presentation / Panel 7:00PM – 7:45PM: Networking 7:45PM – 8:00PM: Program End
AI Collective Halifax: AI After Hours

February 25 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm AST

1717 Barrington Street Halifax, NS B3J 2A4 1717 Barrington Street Halifax, NS, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

AI After Hours: Builders, Thinkers, and Doers AI After Hours is back. After a brief detour for Halifax weather, AI After Hours returns. Same room. Same energy. Same curiosity about where AI is heading and how it’s shaping our work and lives. When you arrive, they'll ask you three questions: What are you building with AI? What are you thinking about with AI? What are you doing with AI? AI After Hours is a relaxed evening for people who are Builders – engineers, developers, researchers creating with AI Thinkers – ethicists, policymakers, journalists, and community leaders questioning its impact Doers – operators, strategists, project managers, creatives, educators implementing AI in their work The curious – students, career pivoters, anyone trying to understand where it all fits Get involved beyond attending If you're curious about any of these roles, this is the place to start those conversations naturally: Host or lead sessions – facilitate workshops, discussions, or skill-shares Volunteer – help with events, community outreach, or operations Partner with us – support our people, work, and programming through collaboration or sponsorship Build with us – contribute to projects, tools, or initiatives we're creating together Bring a friend—whether they're building with AI daily or just curious about where it's all heading. Hosted by AI Collective Halifax, in […]
Doing Work That Matters – UX NS Meetup

February 25 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm AST

Siemens Healthineers 1675 Grafton St Suite 400, Halifax, NS, Canada

Details UX NS is excited to welcome Barb Spanton to this month’s meetup! There’s a quiet shift happening in the industry. UX professionals are drawn to work that genuinely helps people - work that aims to make a difference and solve real problems. For many, that path leads to healthcare products and services. Then reality hits. Doing meaningful work in healthcare is hard. Progress is slow. Regulation is heavy. Legacy systems, complex integrations, and high stakes are the norm. Meanwhile, fast-moving startups promise higher pay, shinier titles, and the thrill of “moving fast and breaking things.” This talk looks beyond the idealized idea of “meaningful work” and into the lived reality of creating impact in complex, highly regulated domains. With Barb Spanton, this session will explore what impact really means in healthcare, why it’s often underestimated, and how professionals can find purpose, progress, and influence—even when the work is anything but glamorous. Join UX NS for an engaging and thought-provoking evening. Snacks and drinks will be served. Agenda 7:00 PM Doors open, networking time, snacks and drinks 7:15 PM Introductions from the event hosts, Nata and Ruby 7:20 PM Doing Work That Matters with Barb Spanton 7:50 PM Q&A 8:15 PM Networking and wrap-up 8:45 PM Doors close […]
March 2026
AI Readiness for Leaders

Featured March 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am AST

Online
Canadian Medical Datathon: From Zero to Data-Ready

March 4 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm AST

Online

New to healthcare data or AI? This beginner-friendly session breaks down the basics with no coding experience needed! Learn how healthcare data is structured, what machine learning models do, how to understand metrics like accuracy and F1 score, and how teams turn raw datasets into real clinical insights. You’ll leave ready to confidently contribute at the upcoming datathon! Led by Dorsa Soleymani (MCS, Dalhousie University), the winner of the 2025 National Canadian Medical Datathon! March 4, 2026 6:00–8:00 PM Online (Microsoft Teams)

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