TECHNATION convenes Canadian public sector leaders to drive meaningful change. At their upcoming Executive Briefing, they're spotlighting bold leaders from the Atlantic Region to explore critical issues and identify opportunities for digital transformation across government services. This curated dialogue is more than just a discussion — it’s a forum for strategic collaboration, transparent value exchange between industry and government and insight-driven action. Location: Volta – 1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 DNS is proud to support this event, and DNS Members can access the TECHNATION member pricing for this event.  Member In-person Ticket – $90.00 Non Member In-Person – $110.00 Members Virtual Ticket – $40.00 Non-Member Virtual Ticket – $60.00  Government Employees Complimentary Network with influential government and industry leaders, and engage in thoughtful conversation as we collaborate to drive digital transformation and procurement modernization. Speaker Bios Jennifer LaPlante Deputy Minister of the Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions Government of Nova Scotia Jennifer LaPlante joined the Government of Nova Scotia after working more than two decades in digital transformation, data governance and artificial intelligence. Much of her work has focused on the intersection of technology, innovation, and public impact. She is passionate about harnessing technology to […]

​Calling all women founders in Halifax, Nova Scotia! ​Join us for an intimate evening designed exclusively for women building companies in our vibrant Halifax startup ecosystem. ​What to Expect: ​Founder Stories & AI Success Cases: Hear from local women founders who've successfully integrated AI into their businesses - real stories, practical insights, and measurable results. ​Live AI Demonstrations: Watch as speakers show exactly how they use AI tools to scale operations, improve customer experience, and drive growth. ​Strategic Networking: Connect with fellow women founders facing similar challenges and opportunities in dedicated networking sessions. ​Exclusive Community Access: Join our private Slack group to continue conversations, share resources, and support each other beyond this event. ​Interactive Q&A: Get your specific AI questions answered by founders who've been where you are. ​Perfect for founders who are: ​Building tech or tech-enabled companies in Halifax/HRM ​Curious about practical AI implementation (not just theory) ​Looking to connect with like-minded women entrepreneurs locally ​Ready to learn from peer experiences and real case studies ​What You'll Leave With: ​Proven AI strategies from successful local founders ​New connections within Halifax's women founder community ​Access to our ongoing Slack community for continued support ​Actionable next steps for your own AI journey ​This is a small, […]