Events

Register now for the TECH7 Summit! In-person tickets are extremely limited and capped at two per organization. On October 28, TECHNATION invites you to the 2025 TECH7 Summit - live in Ottawa and online. This high-stakes event, held during Canada’s G7 Presidency, brings together top government and industry leaders to address the most pressing digital challenges of our time, from AI adoption and cybersecurity to trade and digital infrastructure resilience. This year’s Summit builds on the TECH7 2025 Joint Declaration. The theme Building Trust and Accelerating AI Adoption aligns directly with Canada’s G7 priorities and offers a rare opportunity to influence global digital policy at the highest level. Join 200+ senior government officials, tech executives and global experts for high-impact dialogue and actionable collaboration on: Responsible AI adoption and governance Cyber-resilient infrastructure Harmonized digital trade policy Trust-building across public and private sectors Summit Details Date: Tuesday, October 28 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Cinq à Sept networking reception to follow) Location: Ottawa / Virtual (Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa) Event Details | Agenda | Registration Please note: in-person tickets are extremely limited and are capped at two per member organization to ensure broad industry representation.  Ticket Pricing: In-Person: $600 (members only until Sept 30)  Register In-Person Government […]

ALUMNI & DEVELOPMENT Cape Breton University, in collaboration with the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Cape Breton Partnership, will host a special luncheon event titled Perseverance and Prosperity: Imagining a Vibrant Future for Our Island. This gathering will bring together members of the business community for an important update on CBU’s current position, the lessons learned along its journey and its vision for the future.

The Evolution of Animation from Traditional Hand-Drawn to the Digital Pipeline of the Modern Age About this event Science & Tech • Science Join us for an exciting event focused on the dynamic world of animation, where tradition meets innovation! Paper to Pixels is an exclusive event exploring how the art of animation has evolved from its roots in hand-drawn sketches to the sophisticated digital pipelines of today. Whether you're a seasoned animator, aspiring creator, or just an animation enthusiast, this event will illuminate the technological breakthroughs that have transformed the industry. We'll take you through the journey of animation production. Discover how advanced programs and new animation techniques have not only increased productivity but also unlocked new creative possibilities for artists and storytellers. Don't miss this chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at how innovation and imagination come together in the world of animation! 6:00PM – 6:15PM: Welcome & Registration 6:15PM – 6:20PM: Sponsor Speech 6:20PM – 7:00PM: Presentation 7:00PM – 7:45PM: Networking 7:45PM – 8:00PM: Program End

We are excited to be collaborating with the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) to launch Startup Huddle Halifax — the first of its kind here in the Province. Startup Huddle is a global program created by the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN). It provides a safe and supportive environment where founders present their ventures, share their biggest challenges, and receive constructive feedback from peers, mentors, investors, and community members. It’s not a pitch competition — it’s about authentic stories, real challenges, and collective problem-solving. Startup Huddle is now active in cities around the world, connecting entrepreneurs to networks of support and collaboration. Together, Tribe Network and GEN are creating a monthly forum where the community can: Hear authentic founder stories and challenges Offer feedback, ideas, and connections Build stronger links across Halifax’s startup ecosystem and connect to a global network of innovators Whether you’re a founder, mentor, student, or ecosystem supporter, we’d love to have you join us for the very first Startup Huddle Halifax. Want to pitch your startup? Founders get 6 minutes to present their biggest challenge, followed by 20 minutes of collaborative and constructive feedback from the room. Founders walk away with lessons they can apply in their ventures and new connections across […]