Events from May 29, 2025 – September 4, 2019 – Page 4 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Volta Virtual Pitch Competition Powered by Boast

Virtual Event Virtual Event

The Pitch Competition is an excellent opportunity for founders to practice their three-minute pitch, fine-tune their deck, and get feedback from peers and industry experts. This is your chance to get a front-row seat to the innovation shaping Atlantic Canada’s tech ecosystem! The Pitch Competition is open to Volta Residents, Network Members and anyone from the tech community in Atlantic Canada. Each competition will have a judging panel, comprised of entrepreneurs and community leaders. Judging will be based on the pitch, business idea, and will focus on presentation quality and content. The winning pitch will receive : $500 Visa gift card Their name engraved on Volta’s Pitch Competition trophy Apply: For more information or to apply to pitch please visit here before applications close on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 11:59pm AST. When: Where:  Virtual Via Zoom (log in details will be sent via your Eventbrite confirmation email) Notes: If you're unable to attend an event please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our events 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.

Free

Symposium on Growing Exports in Nova Scotia

Dalhousie University, Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building. 6100 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Join and share your insights at the Spring 2025 edition of the Symposium on Growing Exports in Nova Scotia, which will take place on May 29, 2025, from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm, at Dalhousie University, Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building. This event is organized by the Canadian International Council (CIC) – Halifax branch, the Sobey School of Business, Saint Mary’s University and the Faculty of Management, Dalhousie University and is proudly supported by Halifax Partnership, Nova Scotia Seafood Alliance and the Government of Nova Scotia. The symposium will include a networking opportunity, a business panel discussion and facilitated group discussions focused on the key question: How Can We Grow Exports from Nova Scotia? The symposium aims to bridge the gap between business practice, academic research and economic development activities to enhance the export capabilities of businesses in Nova Scotia. The event will bring together business leaders, academics and public sector experts to discuss actionable strategies for export growth. Key Outcomes: Strengthen connections between business leaders, academics, policymakers and economic developers to build long-term partnerships that drive export growth. Facilitate knowledge exchange to help Nova Scotia businesses grow exports. Provide a platform for participants to meet, share experiences, and establish professional relationships that […]

From Savannas to Spreadsheets: Data Visualization for Humans

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Our visual system evolved to spot predators in grasslands, not interpret stacked bar charts in boardrooms. Data visualization is a clever hack, re-purposing ancient visual processing mechanisms to communicate abstract numerical concepts our brains weren’t designed to grasp. This evolutionary mismatch explains our struggle with visualizations and vulnerability to optical illusions, scale distortions, and poor visual channel selections. This talk explores how understanding human visual perception can transform how we create effective visualizations. You’ll learn which visual channels (color, position, size, etc.) best match specific data types and practical techniques that work with rather than against our visual cognition. For analysts, scientists, and executives alike, these evidence-based principles will help you craft visualizations that bypass confusion and foster genuine understanding.

Coffee, Community and Co-Work

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Need a change of scenery while you work? Join us for Coffee, Community and Co-Work at Volta! Enjoy a productive day in a collaborative environment with a stunning view of Halifax. What to Expect: ✅ Workspace access for the day ✅ Complimentary coffee, tea and treats ✅ A welcoming community of founders, innovators, and professionals Whether you're a remote worker, entrepreneur, or just looking for a fresh work environment, drop in for an hour or stay all day—your desk (and coffee) is waiting!

Free

Atlantic Venture Forum

Halifax Convention Centre Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us at the Halifax Convention Centre for the 2025 Atlantic Venture Forum! The entrepreneurial landscape has changed significantly since the first AVF in 2013. As the ecosystem continues to gain momentum, the AVF is being transformed to meet the needs of this dynamic region. New ventures and growth-stage companies need more than just financial capital to succeed. Innovation, partnerships, ingenuity, and expertise are just a few of the ingredients for an entrepreneur’s tech success story, and you will find all of these and more when you join us for the 2025 Atlantic Venture Forum. Grow Your Business! Premium Networking: Tech Industry Executives, Entrepreneurs, Investors, Corporate Strategics, Research Partners, and more. Inspiration and Ingenuity: A Technology Showcase featuring outstanding Early Stage companies complimented by mature Growth Stage companies, all from the Atlantic Canadian region. Business Intelligence: The latest investment and innovation trends direct from Industry Experts.

Info Session: Black Youth AI Fellowship

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join us for a free, virtual info session to learn everything you need to know about the Black Youth AI Fellowship — an 8-week program designed to equip Black university students in Canada with real-world AI skills, mentorship, and a national network. Applications are now open for our first cohort, and this session will help you understand what the program offers and how to submit a strong application. What We’ll Cover During this one-hour session, you’ll: Meet the program leads and hear from the Tribe Network team Learn what you’ll gain from the Fellowship (skills, mentorship, projects, and more) Get a sneak peek at our modules and hackathon experience Understand who’s eligible and how to apply Ask your questions live Who Should Attend Black college or university students in Canada Students interested in AI, creativity, tech, innovation, entrepreneurship, or career growth Anyone unsure if they qualify or want to know more before applying Why You Should Come This isn’t just a tech program — it’s a launchpad. If you’re curious about AI but don’t know where to start, this session will help you take the first step with confidence. No prior experience in AI or coding is needed — just curiosity and a willingness […]

Free

Supplier Diversity Day: Halifax, NS

Rosaria Student Centre - MultiPurpose Room 166 Bedford Highway, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

WBE Canada Invites You to Supplier Diversity Day: Halifax, NS! WBE Canada’s Supplier Diversity Days are full-day in-person events designed to bring women-owned businesses, corporate and government organizations, partners and champions of supplier diversity together in cities across Canada. Join us to learn how to navigate today’s economic challenges, network with buyers and suppliers to find new opportunities and create common goals to expand economic prosperity within regions, provinces and across the country, Who should join us: Corporate and government professionals interested in learning more about supplier diversity and connecting with diverse suppliers in local regions Certified and non-certified women-owned businesses Supporters and Champions of women-owned businesses, supplier diversity and partner organizations Why attend: Latest updates from key players in supplier diversity initiatives in Canada Panel discussions focusing on challenges and opportunities for Canadian women-owned businesses in corporate and government supply chains Roundtable business networking – women-owned businesses will be able to pitch their products/services to the buyers present at the event. And much more! Agenda Morning Session 8:30 am – 9:00 am – Registration & Networking Breakfast 9:00 am – 9:10 am – Welcome Remarks – WBE Canada 9:10 am – 9:20 am – CWB Sponsor Remarks 9:20 am […]

$50 – $85

“Is Venture For You?” FoundHers Roadshow (Halifax)

Halifax

About Event ​​“Is Venture For You?” is a cross-country FoundHers Innovation Lab tour, designed to spark conversations, offer insights, and provide access to the tools, capital, and community needed to thrive in the venture space. While letting you know how to apply for cohort 2 of the FoundHers Innovation Labs Accelerator. ​​From May to July 2025, we’re hosting a series of engaging evening and daytime events in key cities across Canada. Each stop will feature deep-dive conversations between founders and funders, pitch competitions, fireside chats, panel discussions, and networking sessions tailored for aspiring and early-stage women entrepreneurs. ​​Whether you're exploring the idea of starting a venture, improving your first MVP, or scaling your startup, this is your chance to connect with peers, investors, and advisors who are championing diverse women founders. ​​The FoundHers Innovation Lab Cohort 2 is now accepting applications— https://forms.fillout.com/t/ccyTeqSLtGus and we’re hitting the road to find you.

DEFCON Halifax June Meet-Up

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Join DEFCON Halifax June 5 at Volta for networking & a DevSecOps masterclass by Rida Rashid. No pitches, just real insights.

Free

H2O HOME TO OVERSEAS CONFERENCE

Halifax Convention Centre Nova Scotia, Canada

June 9 – 12, 2025 Halifax, Nova Scotia ,Canada The Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia in partnership with the Government of Canada, the Province of Nova Scotia and the Centre for Ocean Ventures and Entrepreneurship is pleased to present the 10th Anniversary of the H2O: Home to Overseas Conference. The conference will begin with a Welcome Reception on Monday, June 9, 2025, followed by sessions on Tuesday, June 10 to Wednesday, June 11 at the Halifax Convention Centre, and Demo Day on Thursday, June 12 at COVE (separate registration). Note: Digital Nova Scotia Members can get a discount when emailing us!

Free – $500

London Tech Week

Innovators. Investors. Tech giants. The visionaries applying new tech to solve the world’s biggest problems. Enterprise tech leaders who are creating solutions to make work easier and life more fun. They all come to London Tech Week to see where tech will take them next. With over 90 countries represented, this is where the global tech ecosystem intersects with the investment, innovation and talent which calls London home. London Tech Week is expanding – with double the space at Olympia, new features and a whole new experience. Want to discover where tech can take you?