Name: Implementing AI Responsibly: Privacy, Ethics, and Practical Considerations
Start: 2025-05-13T09:00:00-03:00
End: 2025-05-13T10:00:00-03:00

May 2025
May 6 @ 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm ADT

RBC Experienced Technologist Career Fair

We are excited to be hosting another experienced technologist career fair at the RBC Halifax Innovation Hub on Tuesday, May 6, 2025! Event Details: Date: Tuesday May 6, 2025 Timing: 4PM to 6:30PM Location: Refresh Café, 15 Western Parkway, Bedford, NS Free parking is available at the RBC Halifax Innovation Hub All guests must register and will be asked to sign in at the event Who are we targeting? Experienced technologist with 4+ years’ experience interested in the below roles: Senior Business Analyst / Business System Analyst Development/ Senior Developer/DevOps Engineer Scrum Master / Project Manager Senior Software Test Developers Client, Banking, Data and Digital Technology Production and Risk Services Senior Quality Engineer / Quality Assurance Production Support Analyst Technical System Analyst Infrastructure Specialist Senior Full Stack Developers Senior Site Reliability Engineers Senior Software Developers Why would candidates attend this event? RBC hiring managers, recruiters and technologists will meet with experienced candidates. Candidates are encouraged to bring their resume for discussion with RBCers. Experience in the Canada or internationally would be included in the 4+ years of experience for this event. Please note we are looking for candidates with 4+ years’ experience not candidates early in their career or recent graduates. We continue to engage […]
May 6 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm ADT

Internet of Things: A Beginner Workshop

The Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 134 6050 University Ave, Halifax, NS

Smart homes, wearable tech, and connected cities all run on IoT. Want to know how? Join us for this beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn how IoT works and build your own smart device. We’ll walk you through the basics using Arduino or Raspberry Pi in a fun, collaborative setting. Perfect for beginners from all academic backgrounds. Prerequisites Bring a laptop (if possible) Some exposure to programming (e.g., Python or C++) is a bonus but not required Curiosity and a willingness to learn! 📅 Date: May 6th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 4:30pm-7:30pm 📌 Location: The Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 134 🔗 Registration Link Coming Soon!
May 7 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am ADT

AI and the Future of Work: Skills, Education, and Workforce Readiness

Join us for an insightful session exploring the skills and strategies required for success in an AI-driven world. We’ll discuss the emerging technical and soft skills that will shape the future workforce, highlight key approaches to equipping the next generation with critical-thinking capabilities, and explore how to bridge divides to ensure equitable access to AI technology and training. Don’t miss out on this crucial conversation about preparing for the future of work. SPEAKERS Robert Newcombe President·AI First Consulting Robert Newcombe, P.Eng., MBA is an Industrial Engineer, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and recognized across Atlantic Canada for his AI-focused leadership. In 2023, he founded AI-First Consulting with a mission to help 500 Atlantic Canadian organizations adopt AI by 2035. Since that time, Robert has delivered AI keynotes for organizations such as Engineers Canada, CME, EMC, AISC, PMI, and others. Robert has partnered with Digital Nova Scotia and St. FX University to create and deliver an AI microcredential course, training over 90 participants on the practical use of generative AI. He is also partnering with Impact Organizations of Nova Scotia (IONS) to bring AI training to local nonprofits. His work has been highlighted in The Business Voice and The Engineer, and […]
May 7 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ADT

Summit Series | The Balanced Founder

IGNITE Southern 208 Main St., Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia, Canada

Event Details: 📅 Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 Location: IGNITE Atlantic – Yarmouth, NS (Virtual attendance available) Description: Join us for the second event in IGNITE’s Signature Summit Series, where entrepreneurs, founders, and community builders come together for a full day of insight, reflection, and connection. This summit, The Balanced Founder, is all about strengthening the person behind the business. We'll explore topics that often get overlooked but are essential to sustainable success—mental health, leadership development, life balance, and organizational skills. Whether you're navigating burnout, seeking better time management tools, or aiming to lead your team with confidence, this event is designed to help you grow both personally and professionally. Why Attend? Hear from inspiring speakers and founders who’ve built resilience in business Participate in interactive sessions that focus on practical skills and self-awareness Build connections with fellow entrepreneurs who understand your journey Reflect, recharge, and realign with your mission What’s Included: ✅ Inspiring keynote speakers ✅ Engaging workshops and practical tools ✅ Networking with a supportive community ✅ Virtual ticket holders receive livestream access and recordings What’s Next in the Series? 📍 Fall 2025 – Cape Breton, NS Theme: Selling & Pitching Your Business Master the art of sales and communication to take […]
May 7 @ 9:00 am - May 8 @ 2:30 pm ADT

eDiscovery Conference

McInnes Cooper 1969 Upper Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Discover the Future of eDiscovery Hosted by McInnes Cooper, this dynamic two-day event will provide you with expert insights, AI-driven tools, and teach strategies to overcome challenges and streamline legal workflows. This exciting conference is packed with valuable insights for your practice and can count towards your mandatory annual CLE hours! Join us for McInnes Cooper’s eDiscovery Conference, proudly sponsored by Array, a trusted partner in legal technology solutions. This dynamic two-day event is designed to inspire, educate, and connect legal professionals at the forefront of technology and innovation. This is your opportunity to gain cutting-edge insights and practical strategies that will transform how you approach legal technology. Day One: Strategy & Innovation for Lawyers and Clients Explore the evolution and impact of eDiscovery through real-world case studies, expert-led discussions, and a thought-provoking keynote on embracing innovation. Learn how to overcome resistance to technological change and see firsthand how McInnes Cooper’s managed services and modern legal strategies drive client success. Day Two: Hands-On Learning for Lawyers & Litigation Support Staff Get practical, actionable insights with interactive sessions covering eDiscovery strategies, essential document review techniques from Array, and live demonstrations of industry-leading tools like Casepoint’s Case Assist and Relativity’s aiR suite. […]
May 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ADT

Intellectual Property 101

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for lunch on Wednesday, May 7 and learn about the importance of intellectual property. In this IP 101 session, we’ll talk about the various forms of IP, the pros and cons of each, and tips on how to develop an IP strategy. Speaker Shelley Hessian, Regional IP Counsellor, Atlantic IP Advantage, Springboard Atlantic Shelley Hessian has more than 30 years of experience working with small and medium-sized businesses. Shelley is Regional IP Counsellor with Springboard Atlantic. In this role, she helps delivers Springboard Atlantic IP Advantage which is an ISED intellectual property (IP) program for startups. Springboard is a network of the 19 post-secondary institutions in Atlantic Canada working to commercialize academic and industry-led research. Prior to joining Springboard Atlantic, Shelley was at Invest Nova Scotia (formerly Innovacorp) for 15 years. Her last position there was as manager, Start-Up Yard at COVE. Start-Up Yard is the business incubator located at the Centre for Ocean Ventures and Entrepreneurship. Shelley is a strong supporter of the startup ecoystem in the region. She has a Bachelor of Commerce and a MBA from Saint Mary’s University.

Free
May 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ADT

Market Expansion Stories: Scale into Europe

Virtual Event

Expanding into Europe? Learn from those who’ve done it. Join us with the experts from ChannelCreator. Matt Ball and Elias Moubayed as they break down what it takes to sell and scale in Europe—alongside Brad Wing, former Senior Director at Heyday (acquired by Hootsuite), who’ll share real-world lessons from his own global journey. From market entry to value props and go-to-market strategies, you’ll walk away with insights to help you expand without the upfront cost of hiring a local team. We’ll dive into: The size and scope of the European opportunity Where (and how) to launch your expansion How to navigate technical and language barriers Direct vs. indirect expansion—and what’s right for your business Zoom (link to be sent upon registration)

Free
Featured May 8 @ 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm ADT

Member Mixer with BeyondTrust

BeyondTrust - Bedford Office Suite 208, 1595 Bedford Hwy, Bedford, Nova Scotia

Join DNS and BeyondTrust for an exclusive member mixer! Whether you're looking to expand your network, share insights, or discover new opportunities, this event is the perfect space to foster connections in our local tech community. BeyondTrust is the global cybersecurity leader protecting Paths to Privilege™ with an identity-centric approach. We are leading the charge in transforming identity security and are trusted by 20,000 customers, including 75 of the Fortune 100, and our global ecosystem of partners. Learn more at www.beyondtrust.com Parking: Main mall parking lot Accessibility: Elevators are located on the main floor under the 2nd floor walkway. *This event is open to Digital Nova Scotia Members with a Professional Membership level or higher. To learn more about joining or upgrading, contact Caitlin at caitlin@digitalnovascotia.com Event Code of Conduct
May 8 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ADT

Vibe Coding Meetup

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Nova Scotia, Canada

Description: Join us for our inaugural Vibe Coding session - a community-powered night of collaboration for Atlantic Canada’s AI builders. This first meetup will be led by Matt Cooper, CEO of Volta, and features special guest Sam Silver - one of our community’s rising stars. Come ready to code, connect, and spark ideas that could shape what’s next. Agenda Intros Share about current projects / demos Q&A Who Should Join Early‑stage founders prototyping ideas Developers working with AI/ML toolchains Designers and product folks curious about code and data Anyone who thrives on collaborative energy and hands‑on learning Bring: Your laptop (with your preferred dev environment) An idea, snippet, or tool you want feedback on How to RSVP Space is limited so be sure to secure your spot by registering here before capacity fills. You’ll receive full venue details and a short pre‑meetup survey to tailor the evening’s challenges. NOTE: If you are unable to attend any of our events please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our 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 […]

Free
May 10 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm ADT

Summit for Women in Future Technology

Get ready for The Summit for Women in Future Technology on May 10th! Designed for CS students by CS students and hosted by Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science in collaboration with Dalhousie Women in Technology Society (WiTS), ShiftKey Labs, and DeepSense, learn the tools, knowledge, and skills needed to thrive in the tech industry. You can participate in exciting workshops, sessions and panels led by industry experts and professionals who started out just like YOU. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your career, expand your network, and join a supportive community in tech! This inclusive event is open to all women and gender diverse people interested in advancing their careers and positively impacting the tech sector. See you there! 👩‍🔬🧑‍🔧👩‍🔬 Registration open soon!
Featured May 12 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm ADT Recurring

Implementing a Digital Twin of an Organization (DTO) for Manufacturing – May 12-15

Virtual Event

This four-day workshop (delivered virtually over four half-day sessions) helps manufacturers define the critical success factors for designing, implementing, and utilizing a DTO. Using real-world manufacturing examples and an interactive manufacturing case study, participants learn “ready to apply” tips and techniques to model and optimize production processes, supporting operations, product costing, and overall profitability. Key Learning Objectives Learn how to initiate, align, and sustain manufacturing process analysis and modeling to optimize asset and/or labour capacities and utilizations, improve operational planning, and enrich costing and operational budgeting in a manufacturing setting Understand the role of DTO modeling technology using an illustrative Canadian DTO software, Collaborative Business Planning (CBP), for process and cost flow visualization and “what-if” scenario-planning analysis Appreciate the value of analyzing current state and simulating future state manufacturing operations in a collaborative environment to improve profitability and long-term viability of the business Who Should Attend and Why? This workshop provides foundational training for leveraging operational and financial data to develop highly-visual interactive DTO models for any manufacturer. Although any functional role will benefit, positions typically related to DTO implementations include: Production managers focused on resource capacity requirements while decreasing lead times, increasing throughputs, and realizing cost reduction targets Continuous Improvement […]
May 13 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am ADT

Implementing AI Responsibly: Privacy, Ethics, and Practical Considerations

In this webinar, we’ll dive into the best practices for implementing AI solutions responsibly within your organization. Learn how to assess and select AI technologies based on privacy, cost, and ethical concerns, while navigating the complex landscape of bias, surveillance, and regulation. We’ll also discuss ways to mitigate AI’s environmental impact through sustainable sourcing and energy-efficient strategies. Join us for a practical guide to ethical AI deployment.

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