Affiliated Events at OCEANS Halifax

Where: Halifax Convention Centre, Room 501-502

When: Monday, September 23, 2024, 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.

COVE, in collaboration with Pisces Research Project Management, invites all members from government, industry, academia, and the marine sector to join us at the Halifax Convention Centre for the 4th National Forum on Workforce Development, kicking off the OCEANS 2024 Conference. This interactive session, funded by our founding partner Irving Shipbuilding Inc., will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ADT in Room 503.
In an ever-evolving labour market and with Canada's marine economy on the rise, it's more important than ever to address workforce challenges with innovative strategies and fresh perspectives. This forum is designed to foster knowledge sharing and thought leadership, equipping the sector with the skilled talent needed to meet growing demands.

Participants will have the opportunity to engage in roundtable discussions, breakout sessions, and networking, all centered around key topics like skill gaps, ocean workforce challenges, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) best practices. You'll explore successful examples of workforce development and gain actionable takeaways to support your team's growth. Whether you're a start-up, SME, student, or seasoned professional, this event will provide valuable insights and connections to help you navigate the challenges of workforce development in the ocean industry. Ready to explore solutions for your business? Registration required as space is limited.

Where: The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse, Seanchai Room (Upstairs)

When: Tuesday, 24 September 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Hosted by: Great Lakes Observing System + DIG
Come learn about what's happening around the Great Lakes and get ready for OCEANS 2025 in Chicago. Visit the OCEANS 2025 Booth for more information.

Where: Halifax Convention Centre, Room 607 (+Virtual)

When: Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Join us for a focused, collaborative workshop that will bring together researchers at the forefront of Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE) and related fields. Our goal is to review existing data standards and explore how they can be applied to OAE project data. We'll work together to gain feedback and aim for consensus on general and parameter-specific metadata formats tailored for OAE field trials. The insights and agreements reached during this workshop will directly contribute to the development of the OAE Data Standards Protocol, which will be shared for open review following this session. Read more about this workshop here. Space is limited, so this workshop requires application and acceptance.

Where: Halifax Convention Centre, Room 605

When: Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.

This reception is organized by the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec, with the support of the Government of Quebec and the Quebec Office in the Atlantic Provinces. It is a unique and exclusive networking opportunity for French-speaking participants at the event. English-speaking participants are also welcome to join and build business connections. Space is limited, kindly RSVP.

Where: Emera Idea Building, 1345 Norma Eddy Lane, Halifax

When: Friday, 27 September 2024, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Embark on an exciting journey through Dalhousie University's cutting-edge research, prototyping, and teaching labs! Explore the fascinating realms of materials science, robotics, space exploration, ocean sensing, and water quality. Don't forget to wear your OCEANS 2024 Halifax Badge. Admission is free, but space is limited, so register now to secure your spot.

Where: COVE, 27 Parker Street, Dartmouth

When: Friday, 27 September 2024, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Explore COVE's facility and resources by joining us for a behind-the-scenes look at COVE's space and operations, with a presentation and a site tour, followed by the opportunity to network with COVE tenants and participating OCEANS 2024 Halifax delegates. Admission is free but space is limited so register now to secure your spot. COVE is a global leading hub for innovation in the marine technology sector, dedicated to promoting marine commerce, business development, and technology commercialization. With a strong international network, COVE hosts over 65 local and global resident companies, where ideas become solutions, technologies become ventures and opportunities.