Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

Name: LUNCHEON: Fireside chat with US Ambassador to Canada
Start: 2023-07-14T11:00:00-03:00
End: 2023-07-14T13:30:00-03:00
Location: Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

1919 Upper Water St
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3J5 Canada Get Directions

Events at this venue

November 2025
2025 Tech Forward Awards

Featured November 20, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm AST

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Registration Opens: 5:00pm Cocktails: 5:00pm-6:30pm Dinner served: 6:30pm Award ceremony begins: 7:45pm One of the most glamorous and inspiring nights in Nova Scotia’s tech calendar is back! The 2025 Tech Forward Awards, presented by RBC, celebrate the bold ideas, diverse voices, and trailblazing leaders shaping our province’s tech sector. More than an awards show, this is your chance to connect with peers, share ideas, and strengthen the ties that make our community so special. The Tech Forward Awards presented by RBC features 8 unique awards: Talent Champion Award sponsored by Humankind Global Recruitment Tech for Good Award sponsored by CGI Thinking Forward Award Provincial Spotlight Award sponsored by Invest Nova Scotia Best of Tech Award sponsored by Compugen One to Watch Award sponsored by Dash Social Role Model Award sponsored by BDC Diversity & Inclusion Champion Award sponsored by Nova Scotia Power Check out this year's finalists HERE
October 2025
LUNCHEON: Building a Strong Economy for the Next Generation: A Conversation with Sean Fraser

October 30, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm ADT

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Nova Scotia is leading a regional transformation that’s changing how Atlantic Canada grows. From offshore wind and clean hydrogen to shipbuilding, space technology, and digital innovation, new industries are taking shape here at home and creating opportunities that reach across the region. Join Minister Sean Fraser, Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, for a conversation about how Nova Scotians and Atlantic Canadians are building an economy for the next generation. One that is clean, competitive, and built on collaboration between business, government, and research. This discussion will explore how the region’s strengths are fueling growth, how we can keep that momentum going, and what it means to build an economy that works for the people who call Atlantic Canada home.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS & ASK AN EXPERT LOUNGE: Small Business Big Growth

October 17, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm ADT

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for a relaxed and energizing evening of connection at our Business After Hours, immediately following the Small Business Big Growth Summit. Our Business After Hours events provide the perfect opportunity to unwind, reflect on the day’s insights, and build meaningful relationships with fellow entrepreneurs, business leaders, and growth-minded professionals. Enjoy casual conversations, and a welcoming atmosphere where big ideas and lasting partnerships can take root. Whether you're looking to follow up on a summit conversation, expand your network, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, this is the space to make it happen. Have a burning question about your business? Stop by one of our Ask an Expert booths at the event, where seasoned professionals will be available to offer quick tips, guidance, and real-time advice tailored to small business owners.
September 2025
Social East 2025

September 25, 2025 - September 26, 2025

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Discover SocialEast 2025, Atlantic Canada’s largest marketing conference, bringing together over 500 marketers from across the region and beyond. Gain actionable insights from industry leaders on topics like cutting-edge AI tools, influencer marketing, data-driven strategies, and innovative approaches to email and SMS campaigns. This year’s SocialEast is set to be our biggest and most impactful event yet. Here’s what else to expect: 30+ expert speakers from top brands and agencies Deep dives into social strategy, content marketing, AI, analytics, and more Real-world case studies, hands-on learning, and actionable takeaways Keynotes from industry leaders with more exciting announcements to come A high-energy community of marketers, creators, and innovators from across Canada Unforgettable networking experiences that continue beyond the sessions Whether you’re building a brand, scaling a startup, or sharpening your marketing edge, SocialEast 2025 is where ideas turn into action. Join Arlene and 500+ Canadian marketers for two days of connection, learning, and inspiration! Use code DNS50 for $50 off! Group pricing available for DNS members upon request.

$569 – $2799
November 2023
THE 2023 TECH FORWARD AWARDS

November 9, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm AST

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

The 2023 Tech Forward Awards presented by RBC features 8 unique awards designed to celebrate, highlight and recognize organizations, and owners/individuals who are making a difference in the ICT sector in Nova Scotia. These awards feature our Digital Diversity Awards, which were established in 2016 to promote and inspire individuals who have been historically underrepresented in Nova Scotia’s tech sector*. Together we are recognizing that diversity is fueling innovation in our province, and the impact and influence of leaders in our community. Nominees in all categories may be self-nominated, nominated by industry colleagues, or nominated by their employers or organizations. Recognizing organizations and individuals who are making a difference in Nova Scotia’s technology sector.
September 2023
22nd Annual BioPort Conference – Reimagining Life Sciences

September 13, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm ADT

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

BioPort 2023 is back for its twenty second year, and it’s going to be more exciting than ever! Join us this year for the 22nd Annual BioPort Conference, organized by BioNova. We are excited to deliver another stellar agenda to foster learning, connections, networking, and a captivating exchange of everything life sciences happening in our community in Nova Scotia and across Atlantic Canada. BioPort is the annual gathering for professionals in the realms of the Life Sciences Community. It’s your go-to event when it comes to networking, partnering, education and all things Life Sciences. Whether you’re hungry for knowledge or eager to explore resources and partnerships, BioPort 2023 is the place to be. “Reimagining Life Sciences,” is our theme this year and we have curated an extraordinary day of learning, networking, and captivating discussions. We have assembled a lineup of exceptional speakers and panelists that you won’t want to miss. And here’s a little secret for you: we also have something brand new that we can’t wait for you to celebrate with us! Don't miss this opportunity to join Volta's CEO Matt Cooper, as the host for BioPort, for what promises to be an engaging session on pre-seed stage pitching!
July 2023
LUNCHEON: Fireside chat with US Ambassador to Canada

July 14, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 1:30 pm ADT

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

As we enter the post pandemic phase, the socioeconomic and geopolitical realities nationally and internationally continue to shift and impact the way our economy performs. Halifax is coming out of the pandemic quickly with growth accelerating and employment improving but, what does the near-term future hold for us economically, what is the new reality for our business community? The Halifax Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us for a fireside discussion with the US Ambassador to Canada, David L. Cohen. As the Ambassador to Canada, Ambassador Cohen has a unique perspective on U.S.-Canadian relations, policies, and the needs of the American business community.

$94.95

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