Online – Page 5 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry
Digital Nova Scotia
  • Home
  • About
    • Our Impact
    • Meet Our Team
    • Board of Directors
  • Membership
    • Membership Options
    • Referral Program
    • Member Directory
    • Member Marketplace
  • Events
  • Programs
    • Digital Assistance & Adoption
      • AI Digital Adoption Program
      • Forestry Digital Adoption Program
      • Tourism Digital Assistance Program
      • Tourism Digital Assistance Program – Communities
      • Digiport
      • Digital Days
      • AI Discovery Series
    • Skill Building
      • Deliver a Training Session
      • Next Level Skills Programs
      • Google Learning Program for Businesses
      • AI Microcredential Program
      • PMP Certification Prep Training
      • skillspass
      • Skills For Hire Atlantic
      • LevelSec
    • Digital Discovery Camp
    • Diversity & Inclusion
      • Creating an Inclusive Culture
      • Digital Skills for Women+
      • TechQuity Award
    • Trade Missions
    • Tech Forward Awards
  • News
  • Job Portal
  • Resources
    • All Hands on Tech Podcast
    • Tech Ecosystem
    • Tech Market Dashboard
    • Requests for Service
    • Digital Essential Skills Tool
    • Technical Skills Assessment Tool
    • Non-Technical Skills Assessment
  • Contact

Online

Online

12 events found.

Online

« All Events

Events at this venue

Today
  • February 2024

  • Thu 29

    Expert Series — The Future of Succession Planning

    Featured February 29, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm AST
    Online

    Succession planning is about providing clarity to all employees on their path for growth in any organization. When employees are clear on their growth plan they will invest in their future with that organization. We will dive into organizational design and elements that support career growth, strategies for retention, and coaching programs that link employees to their future role and transitioning their role to a successor. This links the future to the successor preventing backfill issues. In this workshop, you'll learn: Clarity to future succession and growth plans; Systems and tools companies can you use for talent management and retention in a growing market and; Organizational design for succession planning at all levels. Meet your facilitator: Dave Reynolds, Founder & CEO, The Rumin 8 Group Dave Reynolds is an author and entrepreneur with more than 18 years of business development experience ranging from launching and developing new products (On Dragons Den), market entry strategies, performance management, and customized learning and development strategies for companies around the world! He works closely with executive teams to align culture and leadership, achieving transformational results. Dave Reynolds has been working intensively on performance management principles for over a decade growing and scales teams. Working […]

  • Fri 23

    Winter Blues: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Well-Being – Session 2

    February 23, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm AST
    Online

    Winter Blues: An Entrepreneur's Guide to Well-Being is an online event designed to help entrepreneurs navigate the winter season with a focus on their well-being. Join us for an engaging session where we will share tips and strategies to beat the winter blues and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Please come with a journal, pen, and preferred hot drink in hand. We also ask that cameras be on and that all attendees are active participants. The Speaker: Eloise D'Aubin is an experienced Emotional Intelligence and Transitional Life Coach, with over 10 years of expertise in helping people discover their authentic selves, establish secure boundaries, and cultivate a healthy mindset. She takes a holistic approach to coaching, emphasizing the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of life, and the development of emotional intelligence and coping strategies.   About Tribe Network We are a community of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour pursuing entrepreneurship and innovation in Canada. Join our network to connect with BIPOC entrepreneurs, innovators, and professionals across Canada.

  • Thu 22

    Accessing entry-level cybersecurity talent in Nova Scotia

    February 22, 2024 @ 11:00 am AST
    Online

    Date & Time: Feb 22, 2024 11:00 AM in Halifax   Description: # Cybersecurity Talent Zoom Event Registration Looking to hire entry-level cybersecurity talent? Join us for a unique opportunity! - Date & Time: Thursday, February 22 at 11:00 AST - Platform: Zoom Don't miss out on this exclusive event where ICTC and Dalhousie University present a groundbreaking pilot program connecting prospective employers with skilled entry-level cybersecurity talent. This initiative aims to enhance diversity in the sector, especially for women and non-binary individuals.   What to Expect: 1. Discover how to access a pool of Dalhousie Computer Science students with foundational Microsoft certifications ● Cloud Security (AZ900) ● Identity, Security and Compliance (SC900) ● Fundamentals of AI (AI900). 2. Learn about the mentorship these students receive from industry professionals. 3. Explore opportunities to engage these students for work terms this summer, with subsidies up to $7000 available for eligible employers. 4. Connect with graduates of 2024 and 2025 who are ready to contribute to your cybersecurity team.   Why Participate: ● Contribute to growing the cybersecurity workforce ● Foster sector diversity by offering work terms to students identifying as women or non-binary. ● Access a curated pool of talented students […]

  • Tue 20

    Financial Literacy Workshops – Accounting & Bookkeeping

    February 20, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm AST
    Online

    In the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship, staying financially informed is key to unlocking success. Welcome to our Financial Literacy Workshop Series, which is designed to empower businesses for a prosperous year ahead. In each session, industry experts will delve into the nuances of financial strategies vital for business owners in 2024. Whether you’re a startup, small business, or seasoned entrepreneur, these workshops offer invaluable insights that can impact your financial well-being. This is also vital for those looking to start a business in 2024.   Workshop Schedule Business Tax Planning & Preparation - January, 30th 2024 Credit Building - February 6th, 2024 Loans as a Funding Option - February 13th, 2024 Accounting and Bookkeeping - February 20th, 2024 (you're registering for this event) Cashflow planning - TBD Investment and Funding - Equity - TBD Funding - Grants - TBD Pick and choose your sessions, or sign up for them all!   About This Session In the Accounting & Bookkeeping workshop, participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of maintaining accurate books for their businesses. We will cover topics such as recording financial transactions, understanding and preparing financial statements, and conducting a monthly close. Additionally, the importance of regular financial reviews […]

  • Tue 20

    Craft Captivating Social Media Content with Python and the ChatGPT API

    Featured February 20, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am AST
    Online

    You know social media is a must-have. But creating content is hard. Could you automate it somehow? In this workshop, we'll leverage Python and ChatGPT's AI brilliance to create engaging and effective social media posts. We'll take your raw marketing materials and use Python and ChatGPT APIs to craft an Excel spreadsheet full of schedule-ready posts. Geared for marketing managers, small business owners, and those eager to leverage code and AI to enhance their digital footprint. Workshop Takeaways: OpenAI API usage (using ChatGPT in code) Basic Python usage Creating a Python application that automates a task (social media marketing) Meet your presenter... Elias is the author of Memorable, Profitable, Virtual: How to Run Virtual Conferences, Conventions, and Trade Shows That Create Meaning, Value, and Lasting Connections. A pioneer of digital events, Puurunen has charted the essential must-haves and must-nots for successful virtual events. Find out more at tractusevents.com.

  • Thu 15

    Expert Series — Transformational Performance Management

    Featured February 15, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm AST
    Online

    In this session, you are going to learn the elements and key ingredients of performance management. We are going to discover together principles that apply to performance management on both sides of the process between leadership and employees. You will see “how to” deliver a performance management system and some of the hurdles teams are facing in today’s environment. We are going to provide insight into creating a performance management culture for better measurement systems, accountability, ownership and new levels of execution! From this workshop, you'll learn: Learn the elements of performance management; How to deliver a successful performance management program and; Creating a performance management culture and environment. Meet your facilitator: Dave Reynolds, Founder & CEO, The Rumin8 Group Dave Reynolds is an author and entrepreneur with more than 18 years of business development experience ranging from launching and developing new products (On Dragons Den), market entry strategies, performance management, and customized learning and development strategies for companies around the world! He works closely with executive teams to align culture and leadership, achieving transformational results. Dave Reynolds has been working intensively on performance management principles for over a decade growing and scales teams. Working close with organizations to find […]

  • Tue 13

    Financial Literacy Workshops – Loans as a Funding Option

    February 13, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm AST
    Online

    In the ever-changing landscape of entrepreneurship, staying financially informed is key to unlocking success. Welcome to our Financial Literacy Workshop Series, which is designed to empower businesses for a prosperous year ahead. In each session, industry experts will delve into the nuances of financial strategies vital for business owners in 2024. Whether you’re a startup, small business, or seasoned entrepreneur, these workshops offer invaluable insights that can impact your financial well-being. This is also vital for those looking to start a business in 2024.   Workshop Schedule Business Tax Planning & Preparation - January, 30th 2024 Credit Building - February 6th, 2024 Loans as a Funding Option - February 13th, 2024 (you're registering for this event) Accounting and Bookkeeping - TBD Cashflow planning - TBD Investment and Funding - Equity - TBD Funding - Grants - TBD Pick and choose your sessions, or sign up for them all!   About This Session In this workshop, we will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to prepare for a business loan. Topics covered will include understanding different types of loans, determining the right loan for your business, and understanding the loan application process. We will also discuss how to prepare a […]

  • Tue 13

    Inclusive Leadership in Action – Effective EDI Strategies for SMEs and Startups

    Featured February 13, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am AST
    Online

    Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is an integral part of building a positive and sustainable culture within an organization. Most leaders and managers understand the importance of embedding EDI into every aspect of their business, but how do you do so effectively? This session will provide practical best practices for ensuring EDI is a part of the strategy within your organization and offer ways to improve current EDI approaches. KEY TAKEAWAYS Understand how to implement practical EDI strategies; Creating a culture of inclusivity within an organization and; Improving on current EDI approaches. MEET YOUR PRESENTER: DIVERSITY INSTITUTE Diversity Institute Overview The Diversity Institute at Ted Rogers School of Management undertakes research on diversity in the workplace and shares these best practices with businesses across Canada. The Diversity Institute provides resources, training and support as it relates to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as a means of increasing the competitiveness and diversity amongst Canadian SMEs. The Institute also works with large corporations including RBC, Morneau Shepell, TD Bank, Deloitte Ltd., Scotiabank, Accenture and Microsoft.

  • Thu 8

    IP for Artists and Creative Entrepreneurs

    February 8, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm AST
    Online

    Intellectual Property for Artists and Creative Entrepreneurs Join us for an exciting online event tailored specifically for artists and creative entrepreneurs! Discover the importance of protecting your intellectual property and learn how to navigate the intricate world of copyrights, trademarks, industrial designs, patents and trade secrets. Whether you're a painter, writer, designer, or musician, understanding intellectual property rights is crucial for safeguarding your creative work. Our expert speakers will share valuable insights, practical tips, and real-life case studies to help you make informed decisions. There will also be time for you to ask questions and engage with the speakers. Date: Thu Feb 08 2024 Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm (Atlantic Standard Time)   Speakers: André Gallant is Atlantic Canada’s Intellectual Property (IP) Advisor with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO). In addition to working in IP law, André has also worked as a tax lawyer for more than 10 years. He is also a published author, frequent speaker and an amateur piano composer. Michael Shortt is a partner with the intellectual property department of Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP. Michael has participated in multiple Supreme Court cases dealing with copyright topics ranging from Crown copyright to technological neutrality to royalties […]

  • Tue 6

    How to Create 6 Months Worth of Content in a day

    Featured February 6, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am AST
    Online

    If you’re feeling like creating content takes so much time out of your day, you’re not alone. However, with the proper tools, it can be easy peasy, lemon squeezy! Instead of taking hours and hours out of your week, you can create 6 months’ worth of irresistible must-see content in a day. And honestly, what else could you accomplish in your business with all that freed-up time in your week?! Kerra will teach you secrets to creating content that works! 3 Key Takeaways How to create a consistent presence on multiple social media platforms. How to save time by pre-planning your content. What tools you should be using to help you create content that attracts your ideal audience. Meet your Presenter... Kerra Aucoin Mansfield is a Social Media Marketing Consultant based out of Halifax NS and the owner of KA Social Media Consulting. Since 2014, Kerra has helped hundreds of small business owners and entrepreneurs conquer their fear of social media marketing and incorporate tips and tricks to maximize the time they spend online. As a small business owner herself, she knows that running a business means being pulled in a dozen directions, so you need to be as efficient as […]

  • Thu 1

    IP Strategy: An Essential Step Toward Commercialization

    February 1, 2024 @ 3:00 pm AST
    Online

      Date & Time: Feb 1, 2024 @ 3:00 PM in Halifax Description: On the path to commercialization, many stakeholders ask about your company's intellectual property (IP) strategy – investors, strategic partners, and even funding organizations. But the IP strategy for natural products and processes can be particularly tricky to navigate. In this session, you'll hear practical strategies and insights from IP expert, Noel Courage of Bereskin Parr, and learn how to access free IP resources through Canada's Elevate IP program. This session will help you: • Gain awareness of the challenges and potential barriers to patenting a biobased or nature-derived innovation • Fill in knowledge gaps around IP strategies for trade secrets, patents, and trademarks • Identify product and process developments that may justify patenting versus keeping a trade secret • Help you articulate your IP strategy to stakeholders • Learn how to access IP resources through the new national program, Elevate IP As a special bonus, Noel will answer select questions submitted in advance by NPC members. Register now to submit your question! In addition, Shelley Hessian of Springboard Atlantic, a regional provider for Elevate IP, will explain how the national program provides IP support to Canadian companies, […]

  • January 2024

  • Thu 25

    Expert Series — AI at Work 101: A Practical Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

    Featured January 25, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm AST
    Online

    2024 will be the year that most of us start using AI in everyday tasks. This workshop is a practical foundation for using AI at work. First, we’ll explain what AI is and how the technology is evolving. We will then explore the ethics and risks associated with AI systems. Next, we’ll look at some common tools available before learning how to use AI systems to find information and automate workflows with custom GPTs. In conclusion, we’ll work through some adoption best practices. From this workshop, you will learn: A clear understanding of what AI is and how it is changing the ways we work The ability to find and verify information using AI internet browsing The ability to automate repetitive tasks with custom GPTs Meet your facilitator: Iaian Archibald, Principle, Archibald Consulting Iaian Archibald is an entrepreneur and consultant who helps professional service companies understand the impacts and opportunities associated with AI. He’s spent much of his life studying how technology enables social change and was co-founder of a marina management software company (sold, 2020). He has a specialization in AI for Business from Wharton.

  • Previous Events
  • Today
  • Next Events
  • Google Calendar
  • iCalendar
  • Outlook 365
  • Outlook Live
  • Export .ics file
  • Export Outlook .ics file
Digital Nova Scotia

201-1875 Upper Water St. Halifax. B3J 1S9

Copyright © 2026 Digital Nova Scotia, All Rights Reserved.

Web Design Halifax - Red Ear Media

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use