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New Connections Mixer

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Let’s mix it up! Whether you're brand new or a familiar face, join us for a fun, easygoing evening of conversation, connection, and good vibes at this New Connections Mixer, hosted in partnership with IGNITE Northern! We’re keeping things casual so you can really get to know the awesome people in our community. Think great chats, light bites, and plenty of opportunities to connect.

Pride in Business | A Day of Workshops for 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurs

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for Pride in Business—a half-day event designed specifically for 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs, market vendors, and creators looking to grow their business, build their brand, and access new opportunities. Allied businesses welcome! Hosted by the Pictou County Partnership, in collaboration with IGNITE and Pictou County Pride, and made possible by Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC), this event brings together experts and organizations dedicated to supporting your entrepreneurial journey. Over the course of the afternoon, you'll hear from guest speakers on topics like government procurement, the Rainbow Registered certification, foundational financial planning, and building an authentic brand that reflects your identity. You'll also have the chance to enjoy lunch, network with fellow entrepreneurs, and engage with local supports in an affirming and inclusive environment. Agenda: 12:00 PM – Doors Open 12:30 PM – Introductions & Agenda Overview 1:00 PM – Procurement Assistance Canada – Manjeet Toor 2:00 PM – Lunch & Networking 3:00 PM – CGLCC Rainbow Registry – Victoria Wicks 4:00 PM – Wellness Break 4:30 PM – Intro to Financial Planning – Laura Whiteland 5:30 PM – Branding with Pride & Authenticity – Harc Creative 6:30 PM – Event Close Bonus for Pride Market Vendors: If you're a 2SLGBTQI+ business planning to vend at the Pride on the Waterfront Market on June 20, the Pictou County Partnership will cover your table fee as a thank-you for attending this workshop […]

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novAI LABS | New Glasgow

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

📍 IGNITE Northern 🗓️ May 20th | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Join us for novAI Labs, a hands-on AI roadshow empowering small and medium-sized businesses to build practical tools that boost efficiency, cut costs, and stay competitive—no tech background needed. Hosted by IGNITE, immediac, and Digital Nova Scotia, this session will showcase real-world AI applications, connect you with experts, and highlight tools that can help rural industries innovate and thrive. Whether you're curious about AI or already exploring its potential, this event is a chance to learn, ask questions, and get inspired by what’s possible.

Coffee Chat with the CEO

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for our Coffee with the CEO event. This exclusive networking series is designed for IGNITE resident companies and co-workers. Connect with professionals, gain valuable insights, and discuss industry trends in a casual, supportive setting. 📅 Date: July 25th, 2024 🕒 Time: 12 pm – 1pm 📍 Venue: IGNITE Atlantic Northern, 345 Temperance Street, New Glasgow Enjoy coffee and light snacks from local businesses. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together! About Doug Jones: Doug Jones is the visionary CEO and Founder of IGNITE Atlantic, an organization dedicated to fostering rural innovation and entrepreneurship in Atlantic Canada. Raised in a small town, Doug understands the unique challenges and potential of rural communities. His diverse career spans industries such as technology, education, and professional sports, including roles with major brands like the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Giants. Since founding IGNITE in 2018, Doug has created a thriving ecosystem for rural entrepreneurs through mentorship, networking, and access to cutting-edge technology. Recognized as an Atlantic Canada Top 50 CEO, Doug frequently speaks at conferences and mentors emerging leaders, advocating for rural development on regional and national levels. His work continues to inspire and empower rural communities, proving […]

Art of the Possible: Rural Healthcare — Heart and Lung Health

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join the Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub for the latest instalment of The Art of the Possible Series, bringing together key players from the healthcare ecosystem to address health challenges and explore the innovative solutions that are paving the way forward. On April 26, get ready to dive deep into the world of heart and lung health at IGNITE Atlantic! Register now for an engaging day filled with discovery as we unpack the endless possibilities of both heart and lung health technologies. The event will showcase two companies who are making a real difference in improving health outcomes and enhancing patient quality of life. Gain knowledge on the every day challenges Nova Scotians are facing, and be immersed into the world of heart and lung health through presentations from Kardio Diagnostix, and NovaResp Technologies. Each presenter will highlight their company and provide a demonstration of their innovations. As a bonus, the INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program will also share with the audience how their program supports Nova Scotians and family members living with COPD. About Kardio Diagnostix Kardio Diagnostix is an AI-powered healthcare company that has developed a proprietary algorithm for detecting and classifying heart murmurs in children, into either “innocent” or “pathologic.” The company’s patent […]

Rural Nova Scotia Tourism Pitch Competition | Central Region Viewer Access

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for our Central Regional Tourism Innovation Pitch Competition, where you will have the opportunity to hear rural innovators from the tourism sector pitch their product/service offerings to a panel of industry experts! The event offers guests a chance to connect with industry innovators, experts and operators who share a passion for tourism. There will be insightful presentations on tourism trends from organizations across the province, a panel discussion with businesses using innovative approaches to solve industry challenges and you will get to see who will move onto the final pitch competition at the TIANS Annual Summit in Halifax! Seating is limited, so be sure to secure your spot today! About the Pitch Competition The Rural Nova Scotia Tourism Innovation Pitch Competition provides an opportunity for entrepreneurs living in rural Nova Scotia to showcase their innovative ideas for new tourism ventures. NOTE: Eventbrite registration is for viewers of the event. Those wishing to enter the competition can register here: https://igniteatlantic.com/rural-ns-tourism-pitch-competition/

AI 101 Workshop | New Glasgow

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for an engaging AI 101 Workshop hosted by H10AI, it is designed to provide a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) and its practical applications. By the end of this workshop, you’ll confidently be able to define AI and understand when it should and shouldn’t be implemented. Participants will also have an opportunity to register for a free 30-minute consultation. They will examine your current processes and systems to identify areas of inefficiency and potential for automation, while also exploring the use of AI-driven tools and technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Presenters Helmut Neher – CEO Helmut Neher has worked both in academia and private enterprise doing research and implementing Artificial Intelligence. He has experience implementing algorithms ranging in CNNs, LSTMS, TCN and research concepts including curriculum learning, pose estimation, segmentation, action recognition, and explainable AI. He has led 20+ AI projects across over a dozen industries. Helmut has a Masters Degree in Machine Learning from the University of Waterloo. Dillon Kearl – COO Dillon is a former Management Consultant and passionate Entrepreneur. He has built and ran his own technology businesses. He understands how to connect business needs to technology implementation. He developed a proprietary […]

IGNITING Young Women in Business Gala

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join them Tuesday, April 4 for an evening of networking with young women in business across Northern Nova Scotia! The gala provides a unique opportunity for women studying business to connect with established entrepreneurs and change makers in our community. Dinner will be provided. **There will be a 1-hour marketing workshop prior to the event for post secondary students only (not open to community members)** About the workshop facilitator: Katelyn Roy is the Marketing and Engagement Manager for the Town of New Glasgow. She collaborates with all municipal departments to implement strategic communications on behalf of the Town. Her love of marketing comes from a lifelong passion for storytelling and interest in communicating opportunities in rural Nova Scotia. Katelyn has a Bachelor of Public Relations degree with minors in Marketing and Communication Technology from Mount Saint Vincent University. Along with Municipal Government, Katelyn has marketing/communications experience in a variety of sectors such as life sciences, federal government, the arts, and educational software. About the speakers: Alicia Simms is the Founder and CEO of Rolling Sea Tattooery, Truro Buzz Media and Promotions, and Secret Nova Scotia. Originally from Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, Alicia moved to Truro, Nova Scotia in 2014 and fell […]

Free – $27.96

IGNITING Rural Entrepreneurship: A Series w Futurpreneur & Tightline Anchor

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

When and where | Date and time Wed, 23 November 2022, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM AST Location IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 352 E River Rd New Glasgow, NS B2H 3P7 About this event We’ve partnered with Futurpreneur to highlight successful rural entrepreneurs and to discuss the many resources available to other rural entrepreneurs. Join us at IGNITE New Glasgow on November 23rd to hear from Greg Linton, co-founder of Tightline Anchor, who will give a brief history of his business and discuss the benefits and opportunities that lie within rural entrepreneurship. ____________ DISCLAIMER: By participating in this IGNITE Atlantic event, you understand that photos and videos may be recorded and shared for future use.  

Lunch & Learn | Dashboard Marketing

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

About this event Why the %$#& do I need to worry about marketing? If you aren’t thinking about or planning to add marketing to your overarching strategy, your business will fail. If you’re executing marketing tactics without a strategy, your business will stall and stagnate. If you aren’t tracking and reacting to your marketing efforts, you’re wasting money. This workshop will be a no-nonsense discussion around marketing, and offer attendees a guideline to develop an effective, impactful, and results driven marketing strategy that can evolve with the growth of any business. We will dive into how important marketing is to the success of all areas of your organization; how it is ingrained in both acquisition and retention approaches; and how to recognize and react to both success and/or failure. We will explore 3 key components of any successful marketing strategy – brand, customer and category. Each extremely important, and something every organization needs to continually focus on. We will also offer insight, advice and a framework to help build, expand or rework anyone’s marketing strategy. Companies or community groups – be it startups, early stage to well-established – will benefit from this fresh, frank and unique perspective. In this 1 […]

Lunch & Learn | CBDC – NOBL Information Session

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

About this event What can CBDC - NOBL do for you? In this 1 hour presentation, join Shannon from CBDC - NOBL, for a dynamic information session to help support your startup. Learn about how to start a business, how to get access to capital, and what supports are available to help individuals become successfully self employed. Shannon will also speak to CBDCs and NOBL in particular, as well as some of the provincial programs that are targeted for start ups such as Self Employment Benefits, START program, etc. Questions are welcomed and lunch is provided! ____________ DISCLAIMER: By participating in this IGNITE Atlantic event, you understand that photos and videos may be recorded and shared for future use.

$100 Challenge Summer Camp

IGNITE Atlantic - New Glasgow 345 Temperance St, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

About this event The Ignite $100 Challenge for youth is a four-day Summer Camp for kids aged 8-14, that runs from Monday July 11th, 2022 through Thursday July 14th, 2022. Each camper receives $100 in seed money to turn an idea into a product. Campers will be taken step by step through the process of turning their idea into reality, from concept to getting it to market. On sales day, we “go to market”, bringing the kids and their products to a central location with some fanfare to generate public interest. Any profits made the campers will keep. Camper drop-off is from 8:30-9 AM, and camper pick-up is from 3:30-4 PM! Lunch will be provided, if there are any dietary restrictions please be sure to contact the instructor ahead of the camp. Cost: FREE Location: IGNITE Yarmouth and IGNITE New Glasgow Our Sponsors: Town of Yarmouth, Town of New Glasgow, Yarmouth Chamber of Commerce, Pictou County Chamber of Commerce, Coastal Financial Credit Union, MacGregors Industrial , Michelin Disclaimer ------ By registering for this event, you agree that you will possibly be photographed and filmed by IGNITE. By registering you also hereby grant IGNITE to use any of those photos to […]