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Code Quest 2021 Competition

Each year, Lockheed Martin hosts Code Quest, an annual computer programming competition where teams of two to three high school students work together to solve problems by using JAVA, Python, VB.net, C#, and/or C++ programming to complete the “quest”. The problem set consists of 20 to 30 challenging problems created by Lockheed Martin engineers and computer programmers. We are encouraging schools around Lockheed Martin locations that hosted the competition in 2019 to compete again in 2021. Code Quest 2019 took place at 25 locations around the world with more than 1,800 students. This spring, Lockheed Martin is launching Code Quest® Academy, a free computer coding and career exposure program for high school students. This helps students of all skill levels grow their coding knowledge through interactive problems and inspires students to pursue technology careers. Students will also be prepared for successful participation in the Code Quest 2021 competition on April 24th. Competition participants are eligible to apply for summer internships with Lockheed Martin. Students 13+ can connect with Lockheed Martin via Tallo, a free online platform and app where you can showcase your accomplishments, skills, and career interests. Colleges and companies, like Lockheed Martin, use Tallo to connect with students […]

Design Thinking Workshops on Mental Health help for Black Nova Scotians

Mini Design Thinking Workshops on Mental Health help for Black Nova Scotian communities. As we continue to help build our community of future leaders, Business is Jammin’ will be holding a series of mini Design Thinking Workshops focused on solving a problem our community is all too familiar with, access to safe, sustainable and culturally relevant mental health services and supports for Black and African Nova Scotians. Each week you will be joined by experienced facilitators and local (Nova Scotia) mental health professionals who will create a space for you to get inspired, empathize, define and ideate; allowing you and your peers to fundamentally change the way Black youth access and use mental health services designed for them. A series of four 2.5 hour sessions will take place from 9:30AM to 12NOON: Saturday April 24th, 2021 Saturday May 1st, 2021 Saturday May 8th, 2021 Saturday May 15th, 2021 These sessions will be live streamed and participants will be mailed all of the supplies and materials needed to participate and engage! Register

SEO Brunch

Join us for SEO Brunch the last Monday of every month. Learn valuable SEO tips & share knowledge with a group of like-minded individuals. SEO Brunch | Event Schedule 12:30-1:00: 10-Minute SEO Audit (TBA) 1:00-1:30: Guest Talk (TBA) 1:30-2:00: Q&A Period What is SEO Brunch? SEO Brunch is a meet-up of people who are interested in Search Engine Optimization. The community varies from professionals who have worked in the space for a long time to those new to the industry. Some regular attendees include: seasoned SEO professionals affiliate marketers who generate a large portion of their traffic and sales from organic search new-to-the-industry marketers tasked with improving their companies organic visibility business owners that want to improve traffic to their website professionals with other marketing specialties who want to align their approach to SEO those that are always curious and want to learn Webinar Details Our event will be hosted on Zoom which can be used (for free) in-browser as well as through their downloadable app. Anybody interested in joining needs to get their free ticket here & we will then send you the link to our Zoom webinar. Please join us & ask lots of questions! Powered by: Digital […]

Ocean Solutions Exchange

Join us for our virtual discussion to learn from global industry experts about opportunities to solve major ocean sector problems. The Ocean Startup Challenge will award $1.4 Million in 2021 to start and grow new ocean tech companies in Canada. Leading up to the launch of the Challenge, we're hosting a six-part series of industry-led presentations and interactive networking sessions. This speaker series will bring together ocean industry experts in shipping and transportation, fisheries and aquaculture, naval and defence, offshore energy and marine bioresources. You will hear from industry leaders who will discuss the challenges faced by each sector, highlight opportunities in the market, and share other insights into their respective fields. Join us on Tuesday, April 27 at 1 pm AST for part four of the virtual dialogue series focused on Marine Bioresources. After the panel discussion, you'll have a chance to connect with speakers and other attendees during sector networking. Event Overview: 1:00 pm - Panel discussion Our guest speakers will discuss big problems, trends and new technologies in Marine Bioresources. 2:00 pm - Interactive networking session The interactive networking session will allow you to: Speak with panelists in individual rooms Choose when you want to change rooms […]

Strategy Up: 2021 Webinar Series with CWB

Join Marc Zirka from Strategy Up as he interviews our business advisor Nora Perry about the successes and challenges for the CWB and our members during the COVID-19 pandemic. Register

Building Careers in Tech Panel

Learn from industry experts about the skills and steps that will help you build and advance your career in the tech industry. Whether you have recently begun your career in tech or are currently working towards a related degree, you may find yourself asking “What can I be doing now to better prepare myself for a career in tech?” or “How can I continue to build on my current role to advance my career?” Join ShiftKey Labs and Digital Nova Scotia for a panel discussion addressing these questions. Come ready to learn about the skills and steps that will help you build and advance your career in tech. This virtual panel discussion will run from 12pm – 1pm and will allow for questions at the end of the session. About our panelists: Ian Bezanson - VP Of Technology at Trampoline Brooke Ireland - Senior Consultant, IT Recruitment at Meridia Gavin Mullen - Head of Software Development at Resulta John Munn - Software Developer Manager at Resulta Register

RBC Technology Career Fair

RBC is excited to host a virtual career fair for New Graduates and Professionals looking for roles in the Application Development Space Ever wondered what it would be like to work in tech at RBC? Now’s your chance! RBC is excited to host a virtual career fair for new graduates and professionals with an engineering mindset looking for roles in the Application Development space! Our guest speakers include leaders and hiring managers from the Enterprise & International Applications Team, Recruitment and the Global Shared Services Centre in Bedford, NS. Join us to hear about what it’s like to learn, grow, and work with purpose across multiple environments and technologies at RBC. Connect with Executives and ask questions about upcoming tech roles coming to Nova Scotia Register

Halifax Chamber of Commerce 2021 Virtual Annual General Meeting

Join us for an update on the Chamber's advocacy work and a presentation of our Audited Financial Statements. Take this opportunity to meet Incoming Chair, Mark Sidebottom, Nova Scotia Power and Halifax Chamber's 2021 - 2022 Board of Directors. https://business.halifaxchamber.com/events/details/2021-virtual-annual-general-meeting-2749Register

Techstars Startup Weekend: Nova Scotia Making Connections

Techstars Startup Weekends are 54-hour events designed to provide superior experiential education for technical and non-technical entrepreneurs. Beginning with Friday night pitches, the event continues through brainstorming, business plan development, and basic prototype creation, culminating in Sunday night demos and presentations… It’s a thrilling time, where you experience the highs, lows, fun, and pressures that make up life at a startup. As you work, you'll meet the very best mentors, investors and sponsors — all who are ready to help you refine your ides. And a Techstars Startup Weekend Online event takes the best of our in-person experience and amplifies it with the scope and reach of the best digital tools available. For this event, our theme is focused on “Making Connections” Learn more below! Register

Hiring Strategies

As a small business owner, knowing when to hire, how to hire and who to hire can be a complicated and time-consuming affair. With so much to take into consideration, where do you start (or when for that matter)? With 1000s of successfully completed searches under their belts, Shardeigh McGillivray and Nick Misener from the Venor recruitment team will walk you through the end-to-end hiring process providing tactical tips and recruitment strategies that you can adapt for your own growing business. Following this webinar we'll cover the following: Knowing when to hire Turning down work New potential revenue streams/service offerings Stagnant growth Quality of service delivery is affected Burnout How to get applicants Where to post your job ad and why How to write a job ad/how to market the position How to get applicants to apply How to select the right candidate Interviewing techniques Hire for values and skills References Case study Taking a chance / Trust your gut Onboarding Invest in new computer and phone Schedule one-on-ones with team members for introductions Orientation plan Set up with a mentor (if possible) Register

CBRCC Annual General Meeting

Join the Chamber for their AGM and a fireside conversation with key sectors contributing to economic growth. Join the Chamber of Commerce over a catered lunch for the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce's 2021 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 30, 2021, at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre. The Chamber's AGM will welcome incoming board members and speak to the Chamber's initiatives and advocacy efforts for the reported 2020 year. Following the Chamber's AGM formalities, we will then host an exciting and informative fireside conversation: Opportunity Is Here, where you will hear from leaders in the real estate, construction and biotech sectors. These industries are currently thriving, attracting investments and creating new opportunities here on Cape Breton Island. This is an excellent chance to learn about these sectors and how they are advancing economic growth. Speakers include: Roger Boutilier - Chief Executive Officer at Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® Trent Soholt - Executive Director at Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council Bob Pelley - Regional Manager, Cape Breton and Northern Nova Scotia at Innovacorp Dr. Beth Mason - Chief Executive Officer of The Verschuren Centre For this event, all COVID-19 protocols will be strictly followed based on the Government […]

2021 Girls Get WISE Retreat

The Girls Get WISE Science Retreat is one of WISEatlantic’s signature events. The retreat takes place every spring at Mount Saint Vincent University where we have 60 girls in grades 7-10 participate in fun and engaging STEM activities. We also organize similar Girls Get WISE events all over Atlantic Canada, and host or sponsor around five each year. Participants have the opportunity to chat with female role models who work in various SETT careers, this is a great opportunity for girls to explore careers that they may have never heard of! The 2021 Girls Get WISE Retreat will be held virtually on May 1 from 10:30-3:00pm (AST). The 2021 Science Retreat is open to those who identify as girls in Atlantic Canada in grades 7-10. Early registration is preferred as STEM materials for activities will be mailed in advance. Registration opens February 22nd and will end on March 26th, no exceptions. Activities will include STEM trivia, virtual escape room, role model session, and a Crime Scene Analysis (CSI) activity! Register