Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

Join them in Halifax for an opportunity to connect with the Canadian entrepreneurship ecosystem, build out your network, learn from industry experts, and apply that knowledge back into your early stage business. What to expect: Build a network At each Startup Canada Tour stop you’ll have the opportunity to connect with business mentors and entrepreneur support organizations from across the country. Meet with experts in our Ask the Expert Lounge and connect with other entrepreneurs to grow your business network! Learn from industry experts Throughout the day, you’ll have access to a series of keynotes, panels, and workshops featuring leading industry experts. Attend insightful sessions on making your first hire to protecting your business for the future. Drive your business forward Whether you’re at the ideation stage or looking to expand your business, you’ll leave Startup Canada Tour with the tools and resources to take your business to the next level!

As an extension of your business, the Halifax Chamber of Commerce is here to support their 1900+ members on the path to understanding. They are pleased to present their inaugural SURGE Conference on March 24, 2023. The half-day conference offers content specific to building and maintaining your business' DEAI policy and strategy. Looking to hire from diverse communities? Want to establish cultural competency training for your staff? Need more information on becoming more inclusive but don't know where to start? Their speakers are here to help. If you want to: - Walk away with a clear vision of how DEAI will show up in your organization, - Access the resources you need to become a DEAI knowledgeable employer, - Improve your supplier diversity, - Connect with businesses and start the DEAI journey together, -Learn from experts in fields related to implementing DEAI strategies in organizations, WELCOME TO SURGE Join them on Friday, March 24, 2023