In this panel discussion, local indie founders share real lessons on starting a studio, funding your first game, and shipping successfully. Thinking about starting your own game studio? Join an honest, behind-the-scenes panel discussion with experienced indie founders as they break down what it really takes to go from early idea to shipped game. This panel will explore the realities of launching a studio before you incorporate, including how to find your niche, how to align expectations with your team, and how much runway you actually need. It will also walk through Business 101 fundamentals: incorporation, equity splits, shareholder agreements, trademarks, and defining roles. From there, they will dig into how to get started on your first indie project, from testing ideas, validating your market, choosing genre and platform, managing scope, to surviving the “last 10%” that often makes or breaks an indie project. You’ll also learn practical strategies for building an audience, gaining Steam wishlists, running a Kickstarter campaign, deciding when to start marketing, and navigating what happens if your first launch doesn’t go as planned. The event will close with actionable advice for developers starting today: how to stay lean, ship smart, and build momentum without overextending yourself. Whether you’re […]

Overview Learn more about diversifying trade and doing business with new markets! You are invited to join Halifax Partnership and the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce for a virtual trade session exploring business and export opportunities between Nova Scotia and Germany. This half‑hour session will highlight: Market opportunities in Hamburg and Northern Germany Key sectors and growth areas Practical insights from companies with cross‑border experience Supports available to help your business expand internationally Who should attend: Export‑ready companies, scale‑ups, and businesses interested in international partnerships, supply‑chain diversification, and European market entry. 📅 March 11, 2026 🕘 11:00–11:30 a.m. Halifax | 3:00–3:30 p.m. Hamburg 💻 Virtual | Please RSVP

Industry Showcase with Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) Interested in exploring careers in finance, tech, and innovation? Join Shiftkey to connect with the team at RBC and learn what it’s like to work at one of Canada’s leading financial institutions. Benefits of attending:• Learn about career opportunities at RBC• Gain insight into roles across business, technology, and more• Discover what RBC looks for in candidates• Network directly with staff and recruiters  March 12, 2026 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Room 430, Goldberg Computer Science Building Register here! https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events

Mathematics is the foundation of computer science, but its role is not always visible. This workshop brings together faculty researchers and an industry consultant to explore how abstract mathematical ideas turn into algorithms, software, and real-world applications. The session concludes with a hands-on Python segment led by Sahil Chawla, a Solutions Consultant at GSTS, showing how mathematical thinking directly translates into code used in industry.  Date: March 16th, 2026 Time: 6:00-8:00PM Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 430