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  • April 2026

  • Tue 21

    Military Cyber Defence and the Threats of our Times

    April 21 @ 11:30 am ADT
    Lord Nelson Hotel 1515 South Park St, Halifax, Nova Scotia

    In partnership with Cohere, Canada Company is pleased present our CAF Speaker Series with Keynote speaker MGen Dave Yarker Join us for the CAF Speaker Series Luncheon at Lord Nelson Hotel on April 21, 2026. Enjoy an engaging discussion, fresh perspectives, and the opportunity to connect with fellow professionals over lunch in one of Halifax’s most iconic venues. Keynote Speaker: Major-General Dave Yarker Topic: Military Cyber Defence and the Threats of our Times Price: $55.00 Dress: Business Smart Room: Regency Ballroom Agenda: 11:30am - Reception 12pm - Luncheon 1:30-2pm - Networking

  • Tue 21

    The FAST+ER Framework for Effective AI Prompts

    April 21 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm ADT
    VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

    UX NS APRIL MEETUP Large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and Claude are increasingly prevalent in both professional and personal settings. However, the quality of an LLM’s output is directly influenced by the quality of its input. Weak prompts that lack essential elements will lead to unsatisfactory results. In this talk, UX NS will explore strategies for crafting effective AI prompts, then delve into Nikki Anderson’s FAST framework for product prompts, incorporating a few practical tips. Additionally, they will examine how LLMs can be trained to utilize this framework to identify and improve weak prompts. > Agenda 7:00 PM Doors open, networking time 7:15 PM Introductions from the event hosts, Nata and Ruby 7:20 PM The FAST+ER Framework for Effective AI Prompts with Charles Novabos 7:50 PM Q&A 8:15 PM Networking and wrap-up 8:45 PM Doors close > Speaker Bio Charles Novabos (he/him) is a user experience researcher with over a decade of experience in various domains, including e-commerce, hardware development, fintech and currently travel tech with WhereTo, a subsidiary of Flight Centre Travel Group. His interests lie in behavioural user research, especially usability testing and behavioural analytics. He holds two professional UX certifications and a master’s degree in human factors and ergonomics. Charles is a community […]

  • Wed 22

    Member Exclusive — From Survival to Sustainability with Matt Thomson

    Featured April 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ADT
    The PIER 1209 Marginal Rd, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

    High-growth environments demand a lot from founders and leadership teams. The pace of innovation, constant decision-making, and pressure to perform can push even the most capable leaders into cycles of stress, overextension, and burnout. But sustainable leadership isn’t about working harder, it’s about building the habits, boundaries, and self-awareness that allow both leaders and businesses to thrive over the long term. This refreshingly honest and practical session explores the human side of entrepreneurship: the energy, values, and rhythms that quietly shape leadership capacity and business performance. Through real-world insights and practical frameworks, we’ll examine how stress, decision fatigue, and people-pleasing show up in leadership—and how addressing them can directly impact clarity, profitability, and long-term resilience. Tailored for the fast-moving tech community, this workshop meets founders where they are—ambitious, innovative, and often stretched thin—and provides practical tools to build endurance without burnout. Participants will learn strategies to navigate high-stakes environments more sustainably while strengthening both their personal leadership and the health of their business. Session Takeaways: Practical strategies for navigating stress, decision fatigue, and people-pleasing; A framework for self-leadership in high-growth, high-pressure environments and; Clarity on the habits and structures that sustain high performance over time. Meet Your Presenter Matt Thomson […]

  • Wed 22

    Cloudflare Immerse Montreal

    April 22 @ 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm ADT
    Honeyrose Hotel 355 Blvd. De Maisonneuve Ouest, Montreal, QC, Canada

    Big transformation starts with a deeper dive Join security, IT, and digital leaders at Immerse, Cloudflare's premier roadshow, to connect with the ideas and technologies driving application, security, and network modernization. We move past inspiration to go deeper into the execution of today's modernization and AI initiatives, providing the practical strategies and real-world solutions you need to overcome challenges. Discover the connectivity cloud for Zero Trust, secure access service edge (SASE), DDoS, and application security, and learn to deploy ambitious AI applications. Hear real-life success stories and find the clarity to drive tangible innovation for your business. Immerse. Go deeper. Why attend Immerse? Attend the Immerse roadshow to go deeper with expertise, gaining essential strategies for modernization and AI initiatives from Cloudflare Subject Matter Experts and industry leaders to plan your company's future priorities. You will future-proof your infrastructure by discovering the power of the connectivity cloud, the unified platform trusted by thousands of forward-thinking enterprises, including 31% of the Fortune 1000, to secure, connect, and build their digital infrastructure, and network for innovation by connecting directly with peers and Cloudflare product teams at the Networking Reception and the popular Ask a Cloudflare Expert area. Join Immerse to learn about […]

  • Wed 22

    IGNITING Women in Business w/ Melissa Pike | New Glasgow

    April 22 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm ADT
    IGNITE Atlantic 352 East River Rd., New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia, Canada

    Stop burnout before it starts. Learn boundaries, mindset shifts, and self-care tools for women entrepreneurs who want more ease. About the Speaker Melissa is an ICF-Certified Coach with a background in Human Resources who supports high-performing leaders, entrepreneurs, and teams. Her work focuses on mindset shifts, stress management, health and wellness, and major life transitions—including retirement. Melissa helps her clients increase productivity, reduce burnout, and create sustainable balance for a healthier, happier life. About the Talk Entrepreneurship is challenging—and for women, it often comes with the added pressure of putting everyone else first while striving to be nice, humble, accommodating, and endlessly supportive. This talk addresses the hidden cost of that mindset and offers a powerful alternative. By learning how to set and maintain healthy boundaries and reframe limiting beliefs, women entrepreneurs can step into greater confidence, empowerment, and productivity—without guilt. The result? More energy, more clarity, and a more fulfilling business and life. What You’ll Gain Participants will leave with practical tools to: Set and implement boundaries that support success Shift unhelpful mindset patterns that lead to burnout Redefine self-care as a vital (and enjoyable!) part of achievement This talk offers a refreshing, light-hearted approach to personal growth—proving that […]

  • Thu 23

    IGNITING Women in Business w/ Melissa Pike | Sydney

    April 23 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm ADT
    Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre 500 George Street #suite 200, Sydney, NS, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Stop burnout before it starts. Learn boundaries, mindset shifts, and self-care tools for women entrepreneurs who want more ease. About the Speaker Melissa is an ICF-Certified Coach with a background in Human Resources who supports high-performing leaders, entrepreneurs, and teams. Her work focuses on mindset shifts, stress management, health and wellness, and major life transitions—including retirement. Melissa helps her clients increase productivity, reduce burnout, and create sustainable balance for a healthier, happier life. About the Talk Entrepreneurship is challenging—and for women, it often comes with the added pressure of putting everyone else first while striving to be nice, humble, accommodating, and endlessly supportive. This talk addresses the hidden cost of that mindset and offers a powerful alternative. By learning how to set and maintain healthy boundaries and reframe limiting beliefs, women entrepreneurs can step into greater confidence, empowerment, and productivity—without guilt. The result? More energy, more clarity, and a more fulfilling business and life. What You’ll Gain Participants will leave with practical tools to: Set and implement boundaries that support success Shift unhelpful mindset patterns that lead to burnout Redefine self-care as a vital (and enjoyable!) part of achievement This talk offers a refreshing, light-hearted approach to personal growth—proving that […]

  • Tue 28

    Export Café Series: Spain

    April 28 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm ADT
    1344 Summer St, Halifax, NS B3H 0A8 1344 Summer St, Halifax, NS, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Overview Gain actionable insights, practical considerations, and trusted contacts to successfully enter and thrive in this market Part 2: Spain — A Growing European Leader in Biotech, Pharma, and Health Innovation Explore new horizons and unlock global opportunities with our Export Café Series: Unlocking New Growth Opportunities Abroad in 2026. Life Sciences Nova Scotia, in partnership with Global Affairs Canada and the Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub, presents the second session in this hybrid educational series supporting companies aiming to expand internationally. Our next session highlights Spain, a rapidly advancing life sciences hub known for its strong pharmaceutical industry, expanding biotech sector, and robust R&D environment. Spain’s ecosystem offers opportunities across biopharmaceutical innovation, clinical research infrastructure, digital health, and partnerships supported by national and EU level programs. Participants will receive a practical overview of the business landscape, key opportunity areas, cultural considerations, and effective market entry paths. Led by experts from Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service, the session will be followed by a panel of Canadian ecosystem partners who will outline available funding, programs, and supports to help Nova Scotia companies pursue business development or R&D collaborations in Europe. Join to learn how to position your business for global success in […]

  • Tue 28

    Trade Market Intelligence Program | Lunch & Learn

    April 28 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm ADT
    Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre 500 George Street #suite 200, Sydney, NS, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Explore new markets with Megan MacAulay—learn how TMI insights can guide growth, reduce risk, and support smarter expansion decisions. A Lunch & Learn with Megan MacAulay Thinking about expanding beyond your local market—but not sure where to start? Understanding where your product or service fits, and which markets offer the best opportunity, can make all the difference. In this Lunch & Learn, Megan MacAulay from Invest Nova Scotia will introduce the Trade Market Intelligence (TMI) program and how it helps businesses make informed decisions about growth and expansion. You’ll learn how to access customized market research, identify new opportunities, and reduce the guesswork when exploring new markets. Whether you’re considering exporting for the first time or looking to grow into new regions, this session will show you how data-driven insights can support your next move. What you’ll learn: • What the Trade Market Intelligence (TMI) program is and how it works • How to access market research tailored to your business • Ways to identify new markets and growth opportunities • How data can support smarter, more strategic decisions • Who is eligible and how to get started with TMI Who this is for: This session is ideal for startups, […]

  • Wed 29

    Startup Canada Tour – Halifax

    April 29 @ 8:30 am - 4:00 pm ADT
    Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Join the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem at the Startup Canada Tour to expand your network, learn from industry leaders, and apply valuable insights to your early-stage business! Expand Your Network This is your opportunity to connect with the people who can help your business thrive! At the Halifax stop of the Startup Canada Tour, meet business mentors, support organizations, and fellow entrepreneurs from across Canada. Dive into the Ask the Expert Lounge, spark collaborations, and grow your network with meaningful connections. Gain Expert Insights Learn from leading industry professionals through keynotes, panels, mentors, and workshops. From funding strategies to leveraging technology for growth, gain actionable knowledge that you can put into practice right away. This opportunity doesn’t come around every day! Accelerate Your Growth Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, walk away with tools, resources, and strategies to take your business to the next level. Turn ideas into action and fuel your next big leap.

  • May 2026

  • Thu 14

    From Survival to Sustainability with Matt Thomson from Placemaking 4G

    Featured May 14 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm ADT
    Online

    High-growth environments demand a lot from founders and leadership teams. The pace of innovation, constant decision-making, and pressure to perform can push even the most capable leaders into cycles of stress, overextension, and burnout. But sustainable leadership isn’t about working harder, it’s about building the habits, boundaries, and self-awareness that allow both leaders and businesses to thrive over the long term. This refreshingly honest and practical session explores the human side of entrepreneurship: the energy, values, and rhythms that quietly shape leadership capacity and business performance. Through real-world insights and practical frameworks, we’ll examine how stress, decision fatigue, and people-pleasing show up in leadership—and how addressing them can directly impact clarity, profitability, and long-term resilience. Tailored for the fast-moving tech community, this workshop meets founders where they are—ambitious, innovative, and often stretched thin—and provides practical tools to build endurance without burnout. Participants will learn strategies to navigate high-stakes environments more sustainably while strengthening both their personal leadership and the health of their business. Session Takeaways: Practical strategies for navigating stress, decision fatigue, and people-pleasing; A framework for self-leadership in high-growth, high-pressure environments and; Clarity on the habits and structures that sustain high performance over time. Meet Your Presenter Matt Thomson […]

  • Thu 14

    Cyber Security | Lunch & Learn

    May 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm ADT
    Cape Breton Business Innovation Centre 500 George Street #suite 200, Sydney, NS, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Learn cybersecurity basics with Matt Usher—spot risks, protect your business, and take practical steps to stay secure. A Lunch & Learn with Matt Usher Cyber threats aren’t just a concern for large corporations—small and medium-sized businesses are increasingly becoming targets, often without realizing how vulnerable they may be. In this Lunch & Learn, Matt Usher from NSCC’s IT program will walk you through the current cybersecurity landscape and what it means for your business. You’ll learn where common risks exist, how attacks typically happen, and what practical steps you can take to better protect your data, systems, and operations. This session is designed to make cybersecurity approachable—no technical background required—while giving you the knowledge you need to spot risks and take action. What you’ll learn: • Common cybersecurity threats facing small businesses today • How to identify vulnerabilities in your systems and processes • Simple, practical steps to improve your business’s security • Best practices for protecting sensitive data and information • What to do if your business experiences a security breach Who this is for: This session is ideal for small business owners, teams, and anyone responsible for managing business systems or data—especially those without a dedicated IT or […]

  • Wed 20

    Third Wednesdays Networking Night

    May 20 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm ADT
    The Cannery Kitchen & Social, The Atlantica Hotel 1980 Robie St, Halifax, NS, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

    This tech networking event happens every Third Wednesday, sponsored by DNS! Network with some great folks from Halifax’s tech/media/marketing community at this month’s Third Wednesday networking event! 

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