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Halifax Smart Cities Community Event

ICTC invites all Halifax Municipality Residents to a public virtual forum to discuss the notion of a smart Halifax. On March 30th, 2021, the Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) will be holding a public virtual forum (over ZOOM) to openly discuss the notion of a smart Halifax. We want to hear from you, HRM residents! What is a “smart city?” Talk of smart cities may be in fashion these days but what does it actually mean for our urban spaces and their inhabitants? What are key technologies driving this change, and how will “smart” developments affect you as a Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) resident? What is already taking place, and what should happen to ensure that future cities are not only smart but effective, inclusive and accessible? Please join us on March 30th, from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm, to discuss these important questions, engage with others, and offer your thoughts and suggestions on what your ideal future urban space should look like. This event is open to all HRM residents eager to share their insight, experiences, and engage with one another on this important topic. This digital forum will provide participants with: A brief update on the state […]

ShopHERE – Writing for E-Commerce

Online stores have been gaining in popularity as customers look for quick and convenient ways to make purchases when and how they want. That’s become even more true during COVID as people look for more contactless purchases, delivered right to their door – and the competition is fierce! Join Taina Barrionuevo an e-commerce consultant, for tips and tricks on Writing for E-Commerce so you can make sure your online store stands out in this busy marketplace. Register

Developing Skills & Self in Response to Conflict

If you’re guiding groups, training teams, leading workshops and events, facilitating conversations…chances are, you’ve encountered uncomfortable tension in the room. And when you’re facilitating, the sudden appearance of tension, disagreement, and conflict can quickly knock you off your seat. What are some options for how to respond when difference (tension, disagreement, conflict) starts to show up in the room? Let’s dive in together! Coming up on March 23rd and 31st, a two-part master class to develop your skills & self in response to conflict. We’d love to have you with us! Register

Putting the Social Back into Social Media

Business Support Series  The Business Support Webinar Series will explore timely topics with  industry experts to provide key insights and answers on the best ways to succeed as a business.  Hosted by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce, this series will feature a wide range of topics on how to survive and thrive.    12 Strategies to consider for your social media presence that do not start with sales Nobody wakes up in the morning excited to see your new ad. Not even if it's on Facebook. So if you can't simply put your ads on social media, what's the point? How can a small business use social media to market their products or services if they need to be "social"? Being social can mean different things and there are many social media strategies you can employ that don't involve ads. Join Anita Kirkbride, social media strategist, for a discussion of 12 strategies you can use to find the value in social media marketing when you're a small business. Key Takaways: Content needs to have value to your audience, but value can mean different things. Not every interaction on social media has to be about selling something. If you focus on these other strategies, the sales will follow. Register

Spring Clean Your Online Presence

Many of us use the springtime as a reminder to tidy our homes and get organized – it’s time to do the same for your business’ online presence! Join Tourism Nova Scotia and Digital Nova Scotia for an encore webinar, originally presented in Spring 2020 by Alison Knott, Founder of Alison K Consulting on getting your online presence in order. There’s plenty of small, easy steps that can have a big impact in the digital realm. Alison Knott will provide you with a clear understanding of which tactics are best for your business and how to take immediate action. The tactics reviewed in this webinar are: Google My Business Google Analytics Newsletters Social Media Automation Website Auditing Register

Introduction to Image-Guided Therapy and Artificial Intelligence

In the first half of this lecture, Dr. Martel will present an overview of the concept of image-guided therapy (IGT), the introduction of new imaging modalities, and current applications in various clinical domains including surgical procedures and therapeutic interventions. The second part of the session will provide a high-level overview of the field of artificial intelligence beginning with an overview of terminology and historical context to shed light on the current state of the field. The lecture progresses to a more technical focus to provide a basic understanding of what machine learning is and what common types of machine learning are, while considering a variety of image-guided therapy applications. This webinar will be presented in English. A recording will be available with English and French subtitles. Register

Microsoft Excel 2 Workshop

The Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce offers free training opportunities sponsored through Labour and Advanced Education and their Workplace Education Initiative. This initiative promotes learning at work and supports the development of your workers by increasing their workplace skills. This course is for intermediate Excel users who want to expand on their knowledge to effectively build spreadsheets for their company or small business. Learning Outcomes: Advancing charting Working with and customizing functions (Fx) Applying If statements – basic and complex Sorting, filtering, and manipulating data Creating and modifying databases Working with pivot tables and charts Creating macros Register

Navigating the Virtual World

The Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce offers free training opportunities sponsored through Labour and Advanced Education and their Workplace Education Initiative. This initiative promotes learning at work and supports the development of your workers by increasing their workplace skills. During these unprecedented times that we are facing, businesses need to adapt to different ways in order to prosper.  Moving to an online platform can be challenging and daunting but a necessity for now and the future.  Join us for this 10-week course where we will ease your fears and prepare you to ignite your business online. Prepare for the future and take the stress out of the ordinary. Learning Outcomes: Internet safety Computer safety Managing your banking online Online meeting platforms Social media platforms Register

Wage Support Programs for Hiring Students

Business Support Series The Business Support Webinar Series will explore timely topics with  industry experts to provide key insights and answers on the best ways to succeed as a business.  Hosted by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce, this series will feature a wide range of topics on how to survive and thrive. WAGE SUPPORT PROGRAMS FOR HIRING STUDENTS Learn how student wage subsidies can help you take your business to the next level for little or no cost! Join Tim Perron (ICTC Atlantic Regional Coordinator), Theresa Myra (Dalhousie University Co-op Education Coordinator) and Margaret Schwartz (NS Department of Labour and Advanced Education Youth Outreach Coordinator) to hear about the Provincial and Federal wage subsidy programs available to Nova Scotia businesses and not for profit organizations. You'll learn how to find the skills you need within the Nova Scotia student community. Your key takeaways from this session will be: • Hear about how co-op students can add value to your organization • Learn about provincial and federal student wage subsidies you may be able to leverage • Gain an understanding of the ICTC WIL-Digital program • Gain an understanding of the provincial programs for students and new graduates • Find out how to match your needs with student talent […]

Canva Class – Level 1

Never opened Canva or just been playing around? This class is for you. Amy has been a graphic designer for almost 20 years and wants to empower you to take control of your brand using Canva. This class will cover Branding Basics for Entrepreneurs, as well as a hands-on Canva activity. She’ll explain where to find tools to manipulate text, images and elements as well as cover 3 main graphic design principles: readability, hierarchy and consistency. There will be time at the end of class for questions as well as reference handouts provided. small class size 90 min class Introduction to branding & marketing presentation Introduction to Canva, the templates and tools available A click-along exercise where you walk away with your very own social media image Step by step handouts DNS members receive 15% off Canva Level 1 and 2 classes! Contact brianna@digitalnovascotia.com for more details Register

How To Virtually Perfect your Pitch

How To Virtually Perfect your Pitch with Permjot Valia in partnership with Emera ideaHUB, Volta, and Planet Hatch. This registration consist of 2 days which is detailed below : April 7th, 2021 11 am until 12:30 pm - Session 1 : Language In this workshop, Permjot Valia will take participants through the basic principles of how we use language. These principles are something we take for granted and rarely think about, however, they are the building blocks of communication. Our pitch will be stronger when we understand how language can be used to powerfully convey ideas. April 14th, 2021 11 am until 12:30 pm - Session 2: The Art of Story Telling Storytelling is one of the most effective forms of communication. We tend to remember stories and how they make us feel. As entrepreneurs, how we talk about our products, companies and brands has lasting impacts. In this session, we take a look at the art of storytelling from the perspective of one of the best storytellers in the 21st century, Pixar. Register

Mind the Gap: Technologies of Optimization

Join us to gain insights into how technology can help optimize your production and distribution in our next Mind the Gap! An organization’s logistics and operations can play a central role in managing the cash flow of the business through short-term operational improvements. It is critical for a business to identify and prioritize opportunities that drive efficiencies and improve productivity. This session will examine current and emerging technology trends relating to operations and logistics. Join us to gain insights into how technology can help optimize your production and distribution for efficiency and to tap into the unexplored operational potential. Register