Name: WONDER WOMEN CONFERENCE 2025
Start: 2025-06-13T08:00:00-03:00
End: 2025-06-13T16:30:00-03:00
Location: Halifax Convention Centre

June 2025
June 5 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm ADT

“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.
June 5 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm ADT

DEFCON Halifax June Meet-Up

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

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

Free
June 6 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ADT

XP Indie Biz Connect Atlantic

Delta Hotels Prince Edward 18 Queen St, Charlottetown, PEI, Canada

Overview Join us on the East Coast for a full day of video game industry networking and business discussions to drive indie business success. XP Indie Biz Connect Atlantic 2025 is a one-day business-to-business event for indie game developers, industry professionals, and students looking to gain practical business insights, expand their networks, and create new opportunities for success. Why Attend? Network: Connect with developers, business leaders, publishers, and investors. Gain Expert Insights: Get practical, real-world advice on funding, publisher deals, marketing, self-publishing, legal essentials, and more. Enhance Your Skills: Participate in sessions designed to provide actionable takeaways for your indie game projects. What to Expect VIP Welcome Cocktail (June 5) Coffee & Mingle On-site lunch & refreshments are included. Expert-Led Talks, Panels & Roundtables Business Lounge powered by MeetToMatch Play and Share Indie Game Showcase Rising Tides Game Jam Showcase & Awards East Coast Kitchen Party Produced by XP Gaming Inc., XP Indie Biz Connect Atlantic is designed to strengthen the local game development community, providing the knowledge, resources, and connections needed to succeed. Programming and Speakers Focused on the business of game development, talks will cover: Inception Publishing: The Future of Indie Funding How to Fund Your Game Direct-to-Consumer […]
June 9 - June 12

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
June 9 @ 8:00 am - June 13 @ 5:00 pm ADT

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?
June 10 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am ADT

Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce’s Annual General Meeting

Tru by Hilton Yarmouth 10588 Starrs Rd, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia

Join us for the Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce’s Annual General Meeting This gathering brings together Chamber members, local business leaders, and community stakeholders to review the accomplishments of the past year, discuss priorities for the year ahead, and elect the incoming Board of Directors. This will include breakfast, our business meeting and special presentations. Enjoy networking opportunities, light refreshments, and updates on the Chamber’s strategic direction and initiatives that continue to strengthen our region’s business community. Your voice and participation help shape the future of commerce in Yarmouth. Special Guest Speakers: Melissa Quinn, Nova Scotia Loyal Project Executive and Sean Meister, President & CEO of Global Bluenosers. Doors Open: 7:45am Breakfast Available: 8:00am AGM Proceedings: 8:30am Breakfast Includes: Assortment of Breads (which also includes Gluten Free) Scrambled Eggs Home Fries Bacon Sausage Home Fries Pancakes Yogurt Bagels, Pastries, Muffins Selection of Juices Coffee & Tea

$35 – $45
Featured June 10 @ 10:00 am - 12:30 pm ADT

Simplifying Sales Execution: Remove Friction, Close More Deals

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

In this interactive 2-hour workshop, you'll learn how to streamline your sales process, remove friction, and confidently close more deals. We’ll break down proven execution strategies, helping you move from stalled opportunities to decisive action, through real-world scenarios, tactical frameworks, and live coaching. 3 Key Takeaways Use a structured approach to move deals forward with confidence Ask the right questions to uncover objections and accelerate decisions Build and strengthen customer relationships to create trust and long-term success Meet Your Presenter - Dave Reynolds Dave Reynolds is a serial entrepreneur who has launched and developed a variety of new products and services for nearly two decades. He is the founder and CEO of The Rumin8 Group, a Growth Consulting firm that helps clients think strategically, facilitate team growth, and navigate crucial conversations. With a background in sales leadership, performance management, and succession planning, Dave is passionate about growth acceleration and how asking the right questions yields the best answers.

Free – $40
June 10 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm ADT

Public Sector Procurement Reverse Trade Show 2025

Mount Saint Vincent University 166 Bedford Highway, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Are you a Nova Scotia business looking to grow your opportunities with government buyers? Join Service Nova Scotia at the 2025 Reverse Trade Show, a nationally recognized event designed to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) connect directly with public sector procurement professionals. This free, networking event makes it easier for local suppliers like you to understand how government buys goods, services, and construction—and how to compete for those opportunities. Why Attend? Meet face-to-face with buyers from across the public sector—including departments, municipalities, universities, crown corporations, schools, and health care. Discuss your products and services with decision-makers. Learn what government is buying and how to navigate procurement tools and processes. Explore new business opportunities and build relationships that support long-term growth. Support the Nova Scotia Loyal movement by keeping government spending close to home. This event is part of our ongoing commitment to sustainable, inclusive, and local procurement. By participating, you're helping strengthen Nova Scotia's economy and supply chain. Register by May 30 Click here to register. Details on the event program and logistics will be shared with registered participants in the weeks leading up to the event.
June 11 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm ADT

Smart Money Moves 2025

Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre 960 Tower Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join EmployNXT for Smart Money Moves 2025, a hands-on financial workshop designed to help you take charge of your money with clarity and confidence. Whether you're navigating student life, starting your career, or planning for future goals, this session is packed with real-world strategies you can apply right away. What you’ll learn: How to improve your tax savings for next year How to benefit from market volatility Wealth-building strategies for emergency funds, education planning, and more Speaker: Murali Narayanan, MBA, RRA Financial Advisor providing trusted advice on insurance, investments, and financial planning for individuals and corporations. Enjoy an evening of learning, networking, and snacks with like-minded peers and professionals.

Free
June 12 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ADT

Getting Your Skilled Workers & Technicians Into Canada

Virtual Event

Whether you’re a Canadian or a foreign company looking to transfer skilled workers into Canadian operations, or to bring technicians into Canada to service out of warranty equipment, do emergency repairs or perform after-sales service on equipment, there are specific requirements to get them into Canada. Join McInnes Cooper Immigration Lawyers Meghan Felt and Kim Collier for a virtual roundtable conversation about how to bring foreign skilled workers into Canada. Note:Link given upon registration.
June 12 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm ADT

Spring into Summer Social

Tuesket Falls Brewery 20 Slocomb Crescent, Tusket, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for our Spring Into Summer Social this Thursday Thursday, June 12th from 4:30-6:00 PM at the always-awesome Tusket Falls Brewery! We’ve teamed up with our amazing partners at CBDC Yarmouth, Ignite Atlantic, and Western REN, to bring you an evening of great company, mouth-watering bites, and good vibes as we roll into summer. Whether you’re a member, a new face, or just curious about what we’re all about; this is your chance to mix, mingle, and make meaningful connections in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. This is THE social not to miss! It’s FREE to attend, just bring your lively energy and register today! Proudly supported by Yarmouth Canadian Tire. Thursday June 12th 4:30pm-6:00pm Registration is Free. Tusket Falls Brewery Register by emailing: INFO@YARMOUTHCHAMBEROFCOMMERCE.COM

Free
June 13 @ 8:00 am - 4:30 pm ADT

WONDER WOMEN CONFERENCE 2025

Halifax Convention Centre Nova Scotia, Canada

The Wonder Women Conference is where bold, ambitious professionals come together to build up their local networks, gain insights from expert speakers, and fuel their careers. Powerful conversations Hands-on workshops Game-changing keynotes with local superheroes and industry leaders Strategies for career growth and leadership Insights to make an impact—in your workplace, community, and beyond Your ticket includes: A full day of content by women and gender-diverse professionals from a variety of fields and expertise Opportunity to network with over 700 superheroes Access to the marketplace featuring over 30 local vendors and resource tables Lunch and refreshments throughout the day Swag bag Entries into the door prize and giveaways throughout the day Show your badge benefits It’s time to own your ambition, break down barriers, and unleash your superpowers. All superheroes and allies welcome—regardless of gender!

$249

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