Events

In today’s increasingly competitive geopolitical environment, national security, economic prosperity and Canada’s innovation future are closely entwined. Canadian research and innovation, including the digital technology segment, is increasingly a target of hostile activity, and a collaborative public-private approach is required to increase national resilience against this threat. Join us for a 60-minute talk for an overview of the threat environment and mitigation measures in a changing national security landscape and how to empower your organization to take actions to increase your security against a variety of threat vectors, including your by enhancing your cybersecurity posture. We will look at how: digital technological advances and research are considered key to geopolitical dominance, and their exploitation by hostile actors is connected not only to Canada’s economic prosperity but also to security risks in the form of military and surveillance applications of dual-use technology taking steps to increase cyber security can strengthen your competitive advantage and contribute to an enhanced national cyber posture organizations and individuals specializing in research and innovation can take security measures to protect themselves and their intellectual property small and medium-sized organizations can take steps to address these threats through training and certification programs, including the newly launched CyberSecure […]

Event Overview Prioritizing public safety and protecting first responders with modern strategies and technologies New technologies are revolutionizing the work of first responders across Canada. These advancements are enhancing communication, transparency, and data-driven decision-making. While these new approaches will never replace the human element, they are adding new insights to traditional models. On September 22nd, discover how leading public safety professionals are leveraging next-generation communication techniques and technology to deliver better outcomes for citizens and improving the protection of first responders when seconds count. Explore how to gain buy-in for new technology, overcome common implementation challenges, and increase collaboration and trust with the community you serve.  

Sharpen your pitching skills and learn how to tailor your marketing and branding efforts to reach your customers better. The key to reaching your customers is how you communicate with them. Join us this session to build your pitching skills and learn how to tailor your marketing and branding strategies to reach your audience. Key objectives we’ll cover: Branding and marketing Pitching and communicating your business purpose About the START Program With dedicated time and space to grow their skills and build out their business idea over a 12-week period, START program participants will participate in expert-led, intensive workshops and training sessions. The program will allow entrepreneurs to build the skills and confidence to position their business for success and iterate on their idea alongside other Black entrepreneurs. This program is for aspiring entrepreneurs or early-stage founders with entrepreneurial ambition and/or potential scalable product or service ideas for a target market. About the Black Start-Up Project Tribe Network’s Black Start-Up Project is a unique program to provide Black entrepreneurs and business owners in Atlantic Canada with access to services and opportunities in the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem to help START, BUILD and ACCELERATE their business. The program provides Black entrepreneurs […]

Is your business solving customer needs? Learn how to solve your customers’ needs and validate your business idea. Is your business solving customer needs? New businesses often fail because they’re building things nobody wants. Let’s get you and your business idea to a point that others understand your idea clearly so they can get behind it. Key objectives we’ll cover: Lean Business Model Canvas Identifying your business purpose Building your team Lean Canvas is a one-page business plan that helps entrepreneurs articulate their ideas clearly and concisely. Using the Lean Canvas method, this session will support entrepreneurs in articulating their product or service so they can position their problem-solution fit, identify their clients and differentiate their offering in the marketplace. Stay tuned for our guest experts who will be sharing all their insider tips on tools, methods and best practices to run a business. About the START Program With dedicated time and space to grow their skills and build out their business idea over a 12-week period, START program participants will participate in expert-led, intensive workshops and training sessions. The program will allow entrepreneurs to build the skills and confidence to position their business for success and iterate on their […]

September 27, 1-2 EST / 2-3 ADT Advances in technology and increasing digitalization, before and exacerbated during the pandemic, have led to higher demand for advanced skills sets. To build the future of work, we need to empower a new generation of researchers by nurturing talent and creating opportunities for career development. The critical importance of building scientific capability is apparent, and the first steps have already been taken with the Government of Canada investing over $550 million to support more than 5,500 researchers from coast to coast to coast, and universities across Canada creating opportunity for experiential learning in leading research labs to help young researchers develop the foundational skills and experience needed to pursue meaningful careers in R&D and related fields. Supporting researchers in the early stages of their career helps them build an innovative mindset, confidence and important industry and community connections. Yet, these young researchers face many challenges, including establishing research credentials or having them recognized, limited resources for research, and high competition for the scarce research positions available. Join leaders as they share their personal and organizational initiatives, experiences and learnings in building scientific capacity and supporting a new generation of researchers for a better […]

Join us to learn about ExploreIP on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at 12:00pm AST. About this event When: Wednesday, September 28, 2022 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm AST Where: Virtual via Zoom (log in details will be included with your Eventbrite ticket confirmation email.) Description: Join us to learn about ExploreIP: a free online platform that supports ground-breaking research and discoveries by facilitating collaborations between industry and the public sector. This platform was designed to help businesses, entrepreneurs and innovators access over 4,800 existing technologies available for licensing and collaboration from more than 62 public-sector organizations. Learn About Explore IP  NOTE: 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 marketing materials. NOTE: If you're unable to attend any of our events please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our events team to better prepare for every event.