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QueerTech invites you to QT Qonference (QTQ) 2025! Igniting Queer Power in Tech: Building Today, Thriving Tomorrow QTQ 2025 is fully Virtual! Join us virtually for a powerful 2-day experience where innovation meets inclusion, and queer brilliance leads the charge into the future of tech. QTQ 2025 is more than a conference, it’s a bold call to action. As we navigate an era of rapid innovation and societal transformation, this year’s theme reflects the urgency of today’s challenges and the boundless possibilities of tomorrow’s technologies. It’s a space to celebrate queer excellence, fuel community-driven change, and center equity in every corner of the tech industry. We invite you on a journey of professional development in a safe and inclusive virtual space, where every QT can build on their resilience, strengthen their network, and harness their unique power. The QTQ 2025 virtual experience will feature: Partners and community-led panels and sessions Engaging virtual networking lounges 1:1 connection opportunities Nationwide participation made easy Plus the fun, meaningful networking that QueerTech is known for. We’re committed to making QTQ accessible to everyone. Ticket costs should never be a barrier—scholarships and discounts are available. To request a scholarship ticket, fill out this form The […]

About this event Are you a small or medium enterprise (SME) in Atlantic Canada offering defence or marine solutions, or interested in selling to the government? This is your opportunity to connect directly with government buyers and explore how your enterprise can become a supplier to the public sector. While the event highlights marine and defence procurement, it is open to all small enterprises. Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) – Atlantic Region, in collaboration with the Department of National Defence and the Province of Nova Scotia - with support from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), invites you to a high-impact full day of networking, learning, and business development. What This Event Will Deliver Strategic Connections: meet procurement representatives from federal, provincial, and municipal governments actively seeking defence and marine solutions, as well as a variety of goods and services. Business Intelligence: learn what public buyers are looking for and how to navigate procurement processes. Support & Resources: discover PAC’s programs and services designed to help small businesses navigate the federal procurement process. Why You Should Attend Direct access to government buyers who will be hosting booths and sharing insights on what they purchase. Practical guidance on how to become a supplier to the public sector. A chance to market […]