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SUMMARY:BSides Cybersecurity Conference
DESCRIPTION:As you may have heard\, ShiftKey is hosting the annual BSides Cybersecurity Conference\, which will take place on November 13th in the Goldberg Computer Science Building. You can learn more about our event on the BSides website: https://halifaxbsides.ca/.\nThanks to our involvement\, we have several free student tickets available! \nWe are distributing these free tickets by application. If you or anyone you know is interested in applying for a free ticket\, please fill in the following form by November 6 at 11:59PM.\nhttps://airtable.com/appkB4tLGaUIf7rIf/pagWxRPtDfWHGtqYi/form \nWe will review the applications and let folks know if they were the successful recipients by November 9th.
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/bsides-cybersecurity-conference-2
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event,Networking
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113
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SUMMARY:Ocean Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Details coming soon!\n\n📅 Date: November 12th\n⏰ Time: All Day\n📌 Location: Off-Campus\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ocean-crawl-2
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Off-Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
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SUMMARY:Academy UP Course: Foundations of Full Stack Development (2/4)
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Want to take your web development skills to the next level? Join us this November for Foundations of Full Stack Development — a hands-on course designed to help you understand how modern web apps are built from start to finish. You’ll learn React\, Node.js\, Express\, and Git while creating your own full-stack project to showcase in your portfolio. \n📅 Nov 4\, 10\, 18 & 25 | ⏰ 6–8 PM | 📍 Room 127 \nNo need to be an expert — just bring your curiosity and basic coding skills! \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-course-foundations-of-full-stack-development-2-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T175155Z
UID:102902-1762473600-1762732799@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Cognizant BrAInstorm Challenge brings together students from diverse disciplines to explore how artificial intelligence can drive sustainable change. Over one high-energy weekend\, participants will collaborate to imagine\, design\, and prototype innovative AI solutions that align with the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:  \n\nGoal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities \n\n\nGoal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production \n\n\nGoal 13: Climate Action \n\nThe specific challenge statement will be revealed at the event kick-off — but expect to tackle questions at the intersection of technology\, sustainability\, and community impact.  \n  \nEvent Highlights \n\nWork in teams to develop creative\, AI-driven approaches to real-world sustainability issues. Teams must be between 3-5 participants.  \n\n\nGain guidance and insight from the many Cognizant mentors who will be present. \n\n\nCompete for cash prizes! \n\n\n\n\n1st place: $1500 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n2nd place: $1000 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n3rd place: $500 \n\n\n\n\nStrengthen your abilities in AI\, data\, and design thinking while contributing to meaningful global goals. \n\nSchedule\n \nLocation: Goldberg Computer Science Building (6050 University Avenue)  \nRegistration: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events   \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/cognizant-brainstorm-challenge-2
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20251002T144816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T172305Z
UID:103252-1762279200-1762286400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy UP Course: Foundations of Full Stack Development (1/4)
DESCRIPTION:🚀 Want to take your web development skills to the next level? Join us this November for Foundations of Full Stack Development — a hands-on course designed to help you understand how modern web apps are built from start to finish. You’ll learn React\, Node.js\, Express\, and Git while creating your own full-stack project to showcase in your portfolio. \n📅 Nov 4\, 10\, 18 & 25 | ⏰ 6–8 PM | 📍 Room 127 \nNo need to be an expert — just bring your curiosity and basic coding skills! \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-course-foundations-of-full-stack-development-1-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251103T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20251002T144150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T161658Z
UID:103244-1762189200-1762192800@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Academy UP Course: AWS Cloud AI Practitioner Prep (1/4)
DESCRIPTION:The AWS Cloud AI Practitioner Prep Course by ShiftKey Academy UP is your launchpad into the world of cloud-powered artificial intelligence. Whether you’re curious about AWS\, aiming for certification\, or exploring how AI tools are built and deployed in real-world systems — this course will get you there. \nDesigned for learners from all backgrounds\, we start with the fundamentals of cloud computing and artificial intelligence before diving into practical AWS services like Bedrock\, SageMaker\, Amazon Q\, and Managed AI tools. Along the way\, you’ll explore essential AI concepts like RAG architecture\, prompting techniques\, fine-tuning\, governance\, and responsible deployment practices. \nThrough ten short\, self-paced sessions — paired with optional live support — you’ll build the confidence to navigate AWS’s AI ecosystem and prepare for official certification. \nNo AWS or coding background? No problem — all you need is curiosity and commitment. \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting ShiftKey Academy UP and making this course possible. \nRegistration link: https://bit.ly/shiftkey-events
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/academy-up-course-aws-cloud-ai-practitioner-prep-1-4
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251101T104500
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SUMMARY:Dalhousie University Open House: Build Your Own AI Chatbot with ShiftKey Labs
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Dalhousie’s Open House on Friday\, Nov 1 and explore the world of technology and innovation! Whether you’re into coding\, solving big problems\, or seeing how CS connects with science\, business\, or the environment\, there’s a session for you. \nOn the lineup:\n• Intro to Computer Science – Hear from students and profs about life in CS at Dal and the career paths it opens.\n• Build Your Own AI Chatbot – No coding needed! Get hands-on with AI and create your own chatbot with ShiftKey Labs.\n• Interactive Cybersecurity Lab Tour – Try an interactive challenge with Prof. Srini Sampalli.\n• Crack the Code with Capture the Flag Society – Test your problem-solving and hacking skills in this hands-on coding challenge.\n• Ocean Tech with DeepSense – Discover how CS and data are driving innovation in ocean research and sustainability. \nSpace is limited – pre-register now to secure your spot! \n\nSign up now
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/dalhousie-university-open-house-build-your-own-ai-chatbot-with-shiftkey-labs
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251029T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251029T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T143711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T130906Z
UID:102894-1761757200-1761764400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:ShiftKey Academy UP: Network Cybersecurity (5/5)
DESCRIPTION:The Network Cybersecurity Course by ShiftKey Academy UP\, led by Aman Bhalla\, is your path to the world of cybersecurity. Designed for students eager to explore the intricacies of network security\, this course covers the in-depth topics such as Networking Protocols & Tools\, Networking Policies\, Intrusion Defence methods along with the benefit of getting experience for building a live project. The course will help you prepare to confidently pursue the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and the CompTIA Security+ certifications. Expect in-depth theory on networking fundamentals in lectures\, experiential learning through projects and preparation for certifications through an assessment. There will also be a guest lecture during the course where participants are encouraged to attend to hear from industry experts. \nThis course is open to participants from all disciplines and mainly requires prior basic networking knowledge. \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://main.d19nes5tbeksbp.amplifyapp.com/ \n \n\n\n📅 Date: October 29th\n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n📌 Location: Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building Room 1020\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-academy-up-network-cybersecurity-5-5
LOCATION:Rowe Management Building\, 6100 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T143628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T125138Z
UID:102892-1761264000-1761523199@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Mission Accepted! Space Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Mission Accepted Space Hackathon\, where students and early-career professionals are invited to create innovative solutions using Canadian satellite data. Over the course of 2 full days\, teams will dive into challenges focused on space technology\, satellite data\, earth observation\, data processing\, and sustainability. \nParticipants will have access to both open- and closed-source Canadian datasets\, mentorship from industry experts\, and technical guidance to bring innovative solutions to life. This is your chance to make an impact\, learn new skills\, and connect with Canada’s space innovation community. This event is open to everyone\, but you’ll get the most out of it if you have basic coding skills. \nThis event is proudly co-hosted by ShiftKey Labs and MDA Space\, with the participation of the Canadian Space Agency. \nAll that’s left to say is — Mission Accepted! \n✏️ Register Here \n\nSchedule: \n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/mda-space-challenge
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T143458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T173000Z
UID:102890-1761242400-1761249600@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:ShiftKey and Dal CTF Workshop: Hacking Into Memory
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will show how Return Oriented Programming (ROP) works and how hackers can manipulate and corrupt memory from programs to achieve total control of the program execution! We will show\, with practical examples\, how to achieve this memory corruption and what tools to use. Note: this is an advanced workshop\, so we are assuming you have some basic understanding of how memory allocation works.\n\n📅 Date: October 23rd\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 143\n💰 Cost: FREE!\n\nRegister here
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-ctf
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251022T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T143333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T130916Z
UID:102888-1761152400-1761159600@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:ShiftKey Academy UP: Network Cybersecurity (4/5)
DESCRIPTION:The Network Cybersecurity Course by ShiftKey Academy UP\, led by Aman Bhalla\, is your path to the world of cybersecurity. Designed for students eager to explore the intricacies of network security\, this course covers the in-depth topics such as Networking Protocols & Tools\, Networking Policies\, Intrusion Defence methods along with the benefit of getting experience for building a live project. The course will help you prepare to confidently pursue the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and the CompTIA Security+ certifications. Expect in-depth theory on networking fundamentals in lectures\, experiential learning through projects and preparation for certifications through an assessment. There will also be a guest lecture during the course where participants are encouraged to attend to hear from industry experts. \nThis course is open to participants from all disciplines and mainly requires prior basic networking knowledge. \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://main.d19nes5tbeksbp.amplifyapp.com/ \n\n\n📅 Date: October 22nd\n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n📌 Location: Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building Room 1020\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-academy-up-network-cybersecurity-4-4
LOCATION:Rowe Management Building\, 6100 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251020T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T143245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T143245Z
UID:102886-1760976000-1760981400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Industry Showcase: CSE
DESCRIPTION:Details coming soon!\n\n📅 Date: October 20th\n⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n📌 Location: TBD\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/industry-showcase-cse-2
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Industry Showcase
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T234307Z
UID:102900-1760572800-1762214399@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Ocean of Data Challenge: Our Living Ocean
DESCRIPTION:Join Ocean of Data Challenge Kickoff\, featuring Ocean Tracking Network. Hosted by DeepSense\, COVE\, and ShiftKey Labs\, this exciting challenge offers a unique opportunity to collaborate and develop innovative solutions to current ocean challenges by using real-world data! The free event kicks off on Thursday\, October 16th\, at 6 pm ADT with an introduction to the challenge\, expert presentations\, and a Q&A session to help fuel your creativity. Participants must submit video entries by 11:59 pm ADT on Monday\, November 3rd. Judges will review submissions over the following week\, and winners will be announced on Wednesday\, November 12th. \nDive into the challenge\, innovate with your unique approach\, and develop bold solutions to advance the ocean sector! Oh\, and in case you missed it\, win cash prizes! \nRegister here \n📅 Date: October 16th-November 3rd\n⏰ Time: All 2 Weeks\n📌 Location: Virtual\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ocean-of-data-challenge-our-living-ocean
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Ocean of Data
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251019
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SUMMARY:RBC HubHacks
DESCRIPTION:You must have registered and attended the RBC Hub Hacks Team Building event to be eligible to join.\n\n📅 Date: October 16th-October 18th\n⏰ Time: All Day\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/rbc-hubhacks
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Hackathon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T142958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T130934Z
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SUMMARY:ShiftKey Academy UP: Network Cybersecurity (3/5)
DESCRIPTION:The Network Cybersecurity Course by ShiftKey Academy UP\, led by Aman Bhalla\, is your path to the world of cybersecurity. Designed for students eager to explore the intricacies of network security\, this course covers the in-depth topics such as Networking Protocols & Tools\, Networking Policies\, Intrusion Defence methods along with the benefit of getting experience for building a live project. The course will help you prepare to confidently pursue the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and the CompTIA Security+ certifications. Expect in-depth theory on networking fundamentals in lectures\, experiential learning through projects and preparation for certifications through an assessment. There will also be a guest lecture during the course where participants are encouraged to attend to hear from industry experts. \nThis course is open to participants from all disciplines and mainly requires prior basic networking knowledge. \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://main.d19nes5tbeksbp.amplifyapp.com/ \n\n\n📅 Date: October 15th\n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n📌 Location: Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building Room 1020\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-academy-up-network-cybersecurity-3-4
LOCATION:Rowe Management Building\, 6100 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251009T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T142906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T161124Z
UID:102880-1760031000-1760040000@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Salesforce Workshop: Launch Your First App in Under 60 Minutes
DESCRIPTION:This is a beginner workshop designed to help students and aspiring tech professionals experience the power of Salesforce. No prior experience is needed. In just one hour\, participants will build and deploy their first custom app\, gaining practical skills and confidence to explore the Salesforce ecosystem further. Perfect for those curious about low-code platforms\, CRM or career in Salesforce.\n\n \nRegister here\n\n📅 Date: October 9th\n⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 143\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/salesforce-launch-your-first-app-in-under-60-minutes
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20251007T130532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T134114Z
UID:103401-1759948200-1759951800@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Dal WiTS: Public Speaking in the Workplace: For Women and Non-Binary People
DESCRIPTION:Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only\nSpeaking in the workplace can be kind of scary\, especially when you’re underrepresented in your field! Join us as Kewoba Carter (Industry Engagement & Career Development Manager) leads us through a workshop on how to speak in the workplace for female and non-binary identifying people. We will be discussing different scenarios and how to handle them. \nDate📆: October 8th\, 2025\nTime⏰: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm\nLocation📍: Room 430\, Goldberg Computer Science Building (Slonim Room) \nRegister here: https://foul-plant-424.notion.site/26afbdcc77178066a83cf6383be684ba
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/public-speaking-in-the-workplace-for-women-and-non-binary-people
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251008T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T130945Z
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SUMMARY:ShiftKey Academy UP: Network Cybersecurity (2/5)
DESCRIPTION:The Network Cybersecurity Course by ShiftKey Academy UP\, led by Aman Bhalla\, is your path to the world of cybersecurity. Designed for students eager to explore the intricacies of network security\, this course covers the in-depth topics such as Networking Protocols & Tools\, Networking Policies\, Intrusion Defence methods along with the benefit of getting experience for building a live project. The course will help you prepare to confidently pursue the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and the CompTIA Security+ certifications. Expect in-depth theory on networking fundamentals in lectures\, experiential learning through projects and preparation for certifications through an assessment. There will also be a guest lecture during the course where participants are encouraged to attend to hear from industry experts. \nThis course is open to participants from all disciplines and mainly requires prior basic networking knowledge. \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://main.d19nes5tbeksbp.amplifyapp.com/ \n\n\n📅 Date: October 8th\n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n📌 Location: Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building Room 1020\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-academy-up-network-cybersecurity-2-4
LOCATION:Rowe Management Building\, 6100 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251006T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T142617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T140842Z
UID:102878-1759755600-1759759200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Industry Showcase: Nokia Canada
DESCRIPTION:📅 Date: October 6th\n⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM\n📌 Location: Online\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/industry-showcase-nokia-canada
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Industry Showcase
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251002T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251002T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T142322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T131034Z
UID:102874-1759431600-1759438800@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:AI2Market Launch Date
DESCRIPTION:AI2Market is designed to accelerate innovation and drive commercial success through AI adoption in Canada by helping students unlock the full market potential of their ideas.\nOpen to students from any university or college in Atlantic Canada\, AI2Market offers three core programs — Discover\, Validate\, and Launch — that guide participants from idea generation to market-ready ventures.\nThrough a unique blend of AI-first engineering\, software development\, data science\, and entrepreneurship training\, the program develops the next generation of founders and early employees who will thrive in AI-driven enterprises (AIDEs). \n\n\nTo learn more and apply\, please visit the AI2Market website: https://ai2market.webflow.io/ 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/ai2market-launch
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:AI2Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251002T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T142131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T165208Z
UID:102872-1759428000-1759435200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:ShiftKey and Dal CTF Workshop: Capture the Flag 101
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will cover the basic concepts and necessary tools for participating in a Capture The Flag (CTF) competition\, a competition where participants hack their way into systems and showcase their cybersecurity skills.\n\n📅 Date: October 2nd\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 143\n💰 Cost: FREE!\n\nRegister here
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/intro-to-ctf
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251001T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251001T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T141833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T130959Z
UID:102870-1759338000-1759345200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:ShiftKey Academy UP: Network Cybersecurity (1/5)
DESCRIPTION:The Network Cybersecurity Course by ShiftKey Academy UP\, led by Aman Bhalla is your path to the world of cybersecurity. Designed for students eager to explore the intricacies of network security\, this course covers the in-depth topics such as Networking Protocols & Tools\, Networking Policies\, Intrusion Defence methods along with the benefit of getting experience for building a live project. The course will help you prepare to confidently pursue the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and the CompTIA Security+ certifications. Expect in-depth theory on networking fundamentals in lectures\, experiential learning through projects and preparation for certifications through an assessment. There will also be a guest lecture during the course where participants are encouraged to attend to hear from industry experts. \nThis course is open to participants from all disciplines and mainly requires prior basic networking knowledge. \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://main.d19nes5tbeksbp.amplifyapp.com/ \n\n\n📅 Date: October 1st\n⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\n📌 Location: Kenneth C. Rowe Management Building Room 1020\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-academy-up-network-cybersecurity-1-4
LOCATION:Rowe Management Building\, 6100 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250820T165531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T172836Z
UID:102839-1759168800-1759176000@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:ShiftKey Academy UP: Agentic AI (4/4)
DESCRIPTION:The Agentic AI Course by ShiftKey Academy UP\, led by Eduard Kakosyan and Huy Huynh\, is your introduction to effectively using artificial intelligence. Tailored for people from all backgrounds\, this course introduces foundational concepts such as LLMs\, prompting\, and building custom workflows. After which we will dive deep into agents\, which models to use\, what tools to integrate and much more. \nYou’ll get hands-on experience with popular tools like n8n\, Lovable\, Perplexity\, Cursor\, Clay\, and learn how to deploy your own AI agents—all while gaining the skills to apply AI to your projects\, market research\, and your upcoming job search. \nNo AI or coding experience? No problem\, this course is open to participants from all disciplines. No pre-requisites are required to join\, even if you don’t know what AI is. \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://main.d19nes5tbeksbp.amplifyapp.com/ \n📅 Dates: September 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 29th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 127\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-academy-up-agentic-ai-4-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250912T180520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T180531Z
UID:103210-1758738600-1758742200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Dal WiTS: Welcome + Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Note: This event is for Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science students only\nJoin us for the first of a series of weekly lounges where women\, non-binary students and allies can get together and brainstorm\, use given prompts to work towards projects/challenges together\, learn about useful resources each week to help develop your skills outside of class\, or just study/work in a relaxed setting. We will have ice cream! \n📅 Date: September 24th\n⏰ Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 430\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/dal-wits-welcome-ice-cream-social
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250820T165458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T172848Z
UID:102837-1758650400-1758657600@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:ShiftKey Academy UP: Agentic AI (3/4)
DESCRIPTION:The Agentic AI Course by ShiftKey Academy UP\, led by Eduard Kakosyan and Huy Huynh\, is your introduction to effectively using artificial intelligence. Tailored for people from all backgrounds\, this course introduces foundational concepts such as LLMs\, prompting\, and building custom workflows. After which we will dive deep into agents\, which models to use\, what tools to integrate and much more. \nYou’ll get hands-on experience with popular tools like n8n\, Lovable\, Perplexity\, Cursor\, Clay\, and learn how to deploy your own AI agents—all while gaining the skills to apply AI to your projects\, market research\, and your upcoming job search. \nNo AI or coding experience? No problem\, this course is open to participants from all disciplines. No pre-requisites are required to join\, even if you don’t know what AI is. \nThank you to Cognizant for supporting the ShiftKey Academy UP program\, making these courses possible. \nRegistration is now open: https://main.d19nes5tbeksbp.amplifyapp.com/ \n📅 Dates: September 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, 29th\n⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n📌 Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 127\n💰 Cost: FREE!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/shiftkey-academy-up-agentic-ai-3-4
LOCATION:Goldberg Computer Science Building\, 6050 University Avenue\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 1W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Academy UP
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250923T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250828T140714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T141005Z
UID:103003-1758623400-1758634200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Dal Innovation Week: Open Street Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Bringing Dalhousie’s Innovators Together for Collaboration and Impact\nOpen Innovation Street returns on Tuesday\, September 23rd\, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.\, offering a vibrant platform designed to spark ideas\, foster partnerships\, and accelerate innovation across the Dalhousie community. \nThis dynamic event brings together over 25 forward-thinking organizations from across Atlantic Canada’s innovation ecosystem. From startups and research hubs to industry collaborators and support networks\, you’ll have the opportunity to engage directly with partners through interactive booths and activations located throughout campus. \nWhether you’re looking to launch a new venture\, explore research collaborations\, or simply gain insight into the latest breakthroughs emerging from Dalhousie\, Open Innovation Street is your gateway to discovery\, connection\, and growth. Join us in celebrating the spirit of innovation and charting new paths forward—together. \nTime: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \n*Registration is not required. \nFind out more here
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/dal-innovation-week-open-street-innovation
LOCATION:Dalhousie University
CATEGORIES:Dal Innovation Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250923T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250911T163551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T134220Z
UID:103172-1758621600-1758643200@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Here We Code: Tech Industry Fair
DESCRIPTION:Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science and ShiftKey Labs are thrilled to announce that the Here We Code: Tech Industry Fair is on Tuesday\, September 23rd\, 2025\, in the Dalhousie Student Union Building’s McInness Room. \nAs with the two previous fairs\, it will be open to all university and college students studying computer science in Nova Scotia\, and we expect to have 1000+ attendees throughout the day. \nJoin us in connecting YOU to the growing tech sector in Nova Scotia!!! \nSign up now \nWho is coming:\n\n\n\nAvanade \nBDO Canada \nBDO Canada LLP \nBell Canada \nButterfield Support Services (Halifax) Ltd \nCGI \nCognizant \nDalhousie Work Integrated Learning and Co-operative Education (WIL Co-op)\n DeepSense \nEastlink \nEfficiencyOne\nEY \nGlobal Relay Communications\nHalifax Regional Municipality\nIBM \nJ.D. Irving\, Limited – JDI IT \nMaplewave \nMaritime Digital Art and Design Ltd \nMaster of Business Analytics of SMU \nMOBIA Technology Innovations \nNova Scotia Community College \nNova Scotia Health – One Person One Record \nRBC\nShared Services Canada\nShiftKey Labs\nSobeys Inc. \nTEAM Work Cooperative\nTrihedral Engineering Limited\nUbisoft\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/here-we-code-tech-industry-fair
LOCATION:Dalhousie Student Union Building\, 6136 University Ave\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Here We Code
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250821T132351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T183206Z
UID:102863-1758240000-1758931199@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Dal Innovation Week
DESCRIPTION:Dal Innovation Week 2025 is coming soon! 🐯 🚀 👏 \nIn partnership with Dalhousie University\, Dal Innovates is back with even more innovation\, inspiration\, and opportunities this Fall—all right here on campus. Whether you’re exploring entrepreneurship\, learning new skills\, or connecting with industry leaders\, #DIW2025 has something for everyone! From pitch competitions and hackathons to lab tours and demos\, there’s a chance for you to get involved and ignite your creativity. \nKick off your DIW experience on September 18 with exciting opening events\, then continue the momentum from September 19-26 — it’s the perfect way to dive in with energy and enthusiasm! \n🔗 Ready to be part of the action? Register now by visiting: www.dalinnovationweek.ca \nLet’s make DIW 2025 unforgettable!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/dalinnovates-innovation-week
LOCATION:Dalhousie University
CATEGORIES:External Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250828T140916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T155314Z
UID:103006-1758240000-1758499199@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Dal Innovation Week: SURGE BrainHACK
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the SURGE Science Innovation Sandbox in partnership with Dal Innovates \nDive into the future of neurotechnology at SURGE’s annual BrainHack\, a weekend-long hackathon where students come together to build innovative Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) projects using OpenBCI systems. Over two intense and inspiring days\, you’ll collaborate in teams and compete for the best BCI application. Whether you’re decoding brainwaves\, building neurofeedback apps\, or inventing new ways for the brain to interact with machines—this is your chance to push the boundaries of human-computer interaction. \nJoin us at the SURGE Science Innovation Sandbox\, located in LSC Room 2660\, from September 19 to 21. Stop by to explore exciting opportunities\, connect with innovators\, and discover how SURGE can support your ideas and projects. \nFind out more here
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/dal-innovation-week-surge-brainhack
LOCATION:SURGE Innovation\, Room O2660\, 1355 Oxford Street\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3H 4R2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dal Innovation Week
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T150713
CREATED:20250730T155515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T161327Z
UID:102794-1758211200-1758218400@shiftkeylabs.ca
SUMMARY:Dal Innovation Week: Tech Startup Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Dal Innovation Week 2025 is coming soon! 🐯 🚀 👏 \nIn partnership with Dalhousie University\, Dal Innovates is back with even more innovation\, inspiration\, and opportunities this Fall—all right here on campus. Whether you’re exploring entrepreneurship\, learning new skills\, or connecting with industry leaders\, #DIW2025 has something for everyone! From pitch competitions and hackathons to lab tours and demos\, there’s a chance for you to get involved and ignite your creativity. \nWe’re thrilled to partner with Dal Innovates this Fall in support of innovation. On September 18th from 4pm-6pm\, ShiftKey and Volta are bringing together the startup community for an evening of insights and connection at Volta’s headquarters in Halifax (1800 Argyle St Unit 801\, Halifax\, NS B3J 3N8). This event is open to anyone curious about the startup space\, and we hope to see you there! \nKick off your DIW experience on September 18 with exciting opening events\, then continue the momentum from September 19-26 — it’s the perfect way to dive in with energy and enthusiasm! \n🔗 Ready to be part of the action? Register now by visiting: www.dalinnovationweek.ca \nLet’s make DIW 2025 unforgettable!
URL:https://shiftkeylabs.ca/event/dal-innovation-week-tech-startup-showcase
LOCATION:Volta\, 1800 Argyle St Unit 801\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 3N8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Build,Dal Innovation Week
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