Past Events from September 4, 2019 – September 25, 2025 – Page 6 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Ocean Connector: The future of offshore wind

Since among Canadian renewable energy sources, wind energy contributes low-cost power and flexibility to a modernized electricity grid, this, in turn, is expected to provide a better opportunity to the Canadian wind energy market in the coming future. As a result, upcoming projects and investments in wind energy are likely to drive Canada's wind energy market. On July 22nd, four global leaders discuss the future of offshore wind. From government policies to supply chain opportunities and the need for innovation, join us in welcoming Elisa Obermann, Erin Donahue, Robin Lohnes, and James Ives to this month's Ocean Connector. REGISTER

Creating a ‘Future of Work’ for All

The pandemic has transformed the way organizations operate. In today’s dynamic environment, organizations need diverse perspectives and innovative thinking at the decision-making table to successfully adapt. The key to embracing change and building a globally competitive future of work across Canada requires a diverse workforce, inclusive leadership, companies that create cultures of belonging and take every measure to create equal opportunity. Over the last many years study after study has demonstrated that building diverse teams contributes unique insights, improves problem-solving, and enhances employee engagement. As Canada invests in rebuilding the labour market with job readiness, skill-development, and re-training, and as industries rebuild and shift, the importance of making sure that there is equal opportunity to participate in the “future world of work” is a responsibility we all share. There is already mounting information proving that we have work to do to reduce employment and training barriers faced by marginalized groups, youth, front-line workers, among others that have been further exacerbated by COVID-19. Taking a holistic approach to understanding and supporting potential employees’ and employees’ needs on all organization levels, is critical to building a “future of work for all”. Join leaders in Nova Scotia as they share their organizational and […]

Building Intercultural Competence Workshop

As Nova Scotia becomes more culturally diverse, we all need to learn how to welcome and work with immigrants and build a better community together. This one-day, interactive workshop is open to organizations, service providers, educators, and community volunteers. We also deliver workshops tailored to individual organizations. There is no fee. To maintain health and safety at this time, these workshops will take place online via Zoom. The maximum number of participants is 16 – please be sure to register early! In this full-day workshop, you will: - Increase your understanding of settlement and integration issues - Explore practical ways to welcome and support new immigrants - Develop intercultural relationship-building skills for working with new immigrants REGISTER

Summer Social (Socially-Distanced Edition)

Come join us for our Summer Social (Socially-Distanced Edition) We miss your faces and decided to put together a social-distance picnic! Feel free to chat about whatever you want, WordPress-related or not. There is no set agenda. Come at any point during the 2 hours. WHERE WE'LL MEET Near North Park/Cunard Side baseball diamond (south of Cunard Roundabout). See photo. RULES: Now, as always, our meetup is a place to be respectful and welcoming to EVERYONE. We are abiding by the regulations set out by the Province (https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/what-it-means-for-nova-scotians/#gatherings). This ensures a safe and anxiety-free meetup: - Bring your own blanket, picnic-style food, and non-alcoholic bevvy. - Pets are welcomed, ask the owners their comfort level of contact before interacting. - While the province states that "Informal social gathering limit outdoors is up to 25 people without social distancing and masks" we understand not everyone is comfortable with close contact, may wish to still wear a mask, etc. We ask that everyone that attends practices social distancing unless the person you are talking to confirms they are fine with close contact. We know these rules are a bit more demanding than usual, but please understand we are aiming to provide a […]

CWB: Coffee Talk

Join the Centre for Women in Business online! Coffee Talk is designed to connect women in business across Nova Scotia with each other, encourage collaborations and improve business skills through sharing. Each session will include a welcome, introductions, and a facilitated discussion on recent news or trends in business. When: Thursdays from 9-10am Where: Online – A computer with reliable, high-speed internet connection and a headset with a microphone are required. Cost: Complimentary! Thanks to the generous support of our sponsor, TD Bank Group, this program continues to be available to all women business owners in Nova Scotia at no cost. Registration is required. REGISTER

Videography: Bringing New Life to Your Social Media Presence

Join Matt and Ryker from Rove Productions for a lesson in videography for social media marketing. Find out what kind of videos you can create yourself and what is best to outsource to professionals. See how a website video, key product launch or an evergreen video can be seen and used over and over again. Many Instagram posts, reels and stories can be easily created on the fly with an iPhone! Learn about the apps you can use to create and edit videos and the basics you need to know to ensure you are ready to hit play and bring new life to your social media presence! Although Matt and Ryker use an iPhone, most of the apps they use are also available on Android. REGISTER

Actionable EDI: Beyond the Basics

The concepts of diversity and inclusion have been discussed and debated for quite some time, however many organizations are still struggling to achieve equity, inclusion and harmonious environments. While there are many discussions around EDI, there is a lack of structural support in implementing strategies to actually change the landscape of our workplaces. Our new certificate program moves learners from knowledge to implementation – providing a framework for implementing EDI strategies. In this webinar, we will discuss the goals of this certificate program and how it moves EDI beyond knowledge and into action.   REGISTER

Volta’s Virtual Pitch Competition

Join us on Wednesday, August 11 at 12:00pm to watch entrepreneurs pitch their business or idea to a panel of industry experts. The Pitch Competition, powered by OKR Financial, is open to Volta Residents, Network Members and anyone from the tech community in Atlantic Canada. The Pitch Competition is an excellent opportunity to practice your three-minute pitch, fine-tune your deck, and get feedback from peers and industry experts. You will gain valuable experience presenting to investors, and potential early adopters. Plus, you never know who may be tuning in to watch! Each competition will have a judging panel, comprised of entrepreneurs and community leaders. Judges will focus on the quality and content of the presentation, not the viability of the business. REGISTER  

Workplace Wellness Made Easy and Effective

You have been tasked to develop an effective wellness plan for your organization, where do you start? Maybe it's time to start over. How do you approach it so it's not overwhelming? How do you set the plan up for success so you know it's working and having a return on investment of your time and company's money? Renowned expert, Darren Steeves will walk you through his learnings, failures and a systematic agile approach developed over 25 years. Using a proven process that meets the employees where they are, not where they are supposed to be is critical to your success. Learning Objectives: - Understand total health (life, physical, mental, environmental components, physiological risk factors in the workplace) - Understand true evidence-based processes - Ability to interpret workplace wellness philosophies REGISTER

Grant Thornton Summer Series: Our Purpose

Welcome to the Grant Thornton Summer Series! At Grant Thornton, we’re very passionate about helping our clients, colleagues and communities thrive. Interested in learning more? Spend some time with us (virtually) to learn more about how we put our purpose into action. REGISTER

Making it Rain with Events: Event Sales Tips with Scott Ingram

There is an aura of excitement in the air. Travelling for business is a reality again. In-person conferences are popping up on calendars across the country. And though remote selling has evolved leaps and bounds in the past year, many people are excited by the prospect of shaking hands. For event promoters and sales professionals alike, that means one thing: planning a hybrid event sales model is priority number one. And seasoned sales professional, podcast host, author, and event promoter, Scott Ingram is here to share his expert sales tips for making it rain with events in the second half of 2021 and into 2022 and beyond. What you’ll learn: How to approach in-person selling in 2021 How to leverage the novelty of being in-person at an event Creative tips on selling events Up-selling techniques in your proposals and quotes REGISTER

21 Day Flawsome TikTok Challenge

The clock is TikToking and it's time for you to jump on board. If you've been looking at the fun, dancy, sassy videos coming out of the app and thinking "I could never do that", this TikTok challenge is for you! TikTok is the fastest growing social network, surpassing both Facebook and Instagram in downloads and time spent on the app. Honestly, just a few years ago I swore I would never make content like this. I thought it was stupid, useless and weird. I was way too awkward to dance and I just couldn't see a business case for it at all so I let it slide. But TikTok continued to grow and diversify. And now it’s the THE BEST WAY to show your personality and build your brand in a whole new way. Now I want to show YOU how you can make TikTok content for your small business in just a few minutes a day. YES, it really is that easy. REGISTER