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January

Tue 25

KNBA 2021 AGM

5:00PM - 7:00PM

Virtual

Join us virtually for the Kanata North Business Association’s AGM - an evening that brings together our community to learn more about what the Association has accomplished and our plans for next year. Enjoy an opportunity to connect with members from our business community and learn more about what’s happening in Canada’s Largest Tech Park! The Kanata North Business Association welcomes Expressions of Interest from candidates who wish to serve as a Board Member for open seats. Please submit your candidacy by January 7, 2021. We look forward to seeing you there!

February

There are no events scheduled at this time.

March

Tue 29

CFO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CFO Leadership Council offers the opportunity to connect and engage with a senior group of finance executives leading world class companies in Canadas largest tech hub. Finance Council executives will share best practices for scaling sustainable technology companies and review topics such as fundraising, cashflow, financial planning, etc. Together, under the council’s leadership, this group will also foster a community of collaboration in order to support the attraction of a net new finance ecosystem to the region (consisting of angel investors, VC’s and financial institutions). Led by Kim Butler and support by Norm Paquette (Stratford).

April

Tue 5

Discover Technata Career Fair

11am-7pm

Brookstreet Hotel - 525 Legget Drive, Kanata

Typically drawing thousands of job seekers, our annual Discover Technata Career Fair and Tech Expo offers attendees access to some of the biggest names in Kanata North tech – now all under one roof.

Thu 7

R&D Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

R&D is an important means for achieving future growth and innovation in order to maintain a relevant product in the market. The R&D Leadership Council serve as a networking group for discussion and collaboration amongst R&D executives in Canadas largest tech hub. Additionally, the R&D leaders group will frequently discuss opportunities for collaboration around common themes relevant to software, telecommunications, connectivity and 5G solutions deployments. As Canada’s largest tech hub transforms into a 5G innovation zone and living lab community, these senior R&D executives will have unique opportunities to provide input into the design and implementation of this community of the future. Led by Paul Senyshen (Stratford).

Tue 26

Speak Up for Greenspace

5:00PM – 8:00PM

The Kanata Greenspace Protection Coalition and Kanata North Business Association are excited to host Speak Up for Greenspace, a networking/presentation event to highlight how Greenspace is key in helping the Kanata North Technology Park attract talent, to discuss the critical links between ESG corporate values and global competitiveness and to showcase the synergies between corporate ESG initiatives and community based environmental stewardship.

Wed 27

CEO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CEO Leadership Councils focus on sharing best practices throughout the community of CEOs located in Canadas largest technology hub. This hand selected group of senior leaders will meet informally to share wisdom and perspectives in order to elevate the local tech ecosystem and support fellow CEO’s on their journey of going global. Together, CEO’s participating within this council will provide input to the Kanata North Business Association on important areas of focus for the tech hub ecosystem’s growth and sustainability with a collective mission to elevate the awareness and profile of Canadas largest tech hub. Led by Jim Roche and support by Colleen Kelley (Stratford).

Wed 27

Discover TechNATA Unlocked

5:00PM – 8:00PM

This is the first Discover Technata Unlocked event, as part of a series of VIP events for a curated group of students from Eastern Ontario's leading post-secondary institutions. Attendees will get the chance to enhance their knowledge of Kanata North companies and engage with executives from around the Tech Hub by guest lectures and networking opportunities. Refreshments will be available to guests. Hosted by Terry Matthews, Charman of Wesley Clover.

May

Mon 2

CU ChangeMakers Program Final Pitch Night

TBD

RBCx Stage in CU@Kanata

The Innovation Hub at Carleton University has returned with their second Changemaker Challenge. The goal of the Changemaker program is to provide students with the confidence, tools, and support to explore and communicate top-notch solutions. Students will enter the program with the desire to make an impact and leave motivated about how they can. There are 30 exclusive spots open for students from every faculty on campus, along with an incredible $10,000 prize purse for winners of the Final Pitch Competition.

Thu 5

HR Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The HR Leadership Council serves as a forum for Kanata North Human Resources professionals to consult and collaborate with a community of executive peers to share knowledge and best practices. This group will frequently align priorities and goals for the purpose of tech talent attraction and retention. Led by Amanda Gordon (Rewind) and support by Annie Prescott (Stratford).

Tue 10

ExecTuesdays

5:00PM – 8:00PM

ExecTuesday is a networking/presentation evening we host on the second Tuesday of each month for senior members of our technology community.

Thu 12

Carleton University’s Data Day 8.1: Emerging Trends and Talent Showcase

3:00PM - 6:00PM

Inviting your organization for a keynote presentation about latest development and innovations in the area of Data Science and Analytics, followed by a networking opportunity where you will meet the graduate students and the thought leaders of today and tomorrow in the high-growth field. If you are looking to build your talent pipeline and recruit highly capable data analytics professionals, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Wed 11

CIO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CIO Leadership Council offers a place to dissect the challenges and opportunities of digital business amongst a group of executive peers in order to drive critical enterprise priorities. Collaborate with fellow CIOs to exchange ideas and share advice to execute on your key initiatives with confidence. Led by AJ Harris (Stratford).

Tue 17

Information The Hidden Profit Margin

6:00PM - 8:00PM

The Kanata-Carleton Small Business Network (KCSBN) is bringing you this small-business friendly and networking event seminar: Back Office Ops, Profit Leak.

This event is geared toward small businesses who collect any type of data. Join us to learn more about the benefits of Information Management on Contracts, Invoices, HR Records, Projects & Case Files.

Guest speakers:

Fadi Shureih, Vice President of Enara Technologies and expert information management advisor.

Karla Biones, Founder & CEO of Karla Briones Consulting. She's also one of the special RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award Nominees for 2022!

Pizza and refreshments will be provided.

Thu 19

Teamit Talent Scrum Master Course

8:00AM – 5:00PM

The program prepares HR Managers, Recruitment Managers, HR/Recruitment Leads to drive Agile PeopleOps Framework™ Talent Acquisition methodology at team levels, host and facilitate APF™ ceremonies, collect and report Agile metrics, and lead/host Communities of Practices (CoP).

Tue 24

CFO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CFO Leadership Council offers the opportunity to connect and engage with a senior group of finance executives leading world class companies in Canadas largest tech hub. Finance Council executives will share best practices for scaling sustainable technology companies and review topics such as fundraising, cashflow, financial planning, etc. Together, under the council’s leadership, this group will also foster a community of collaboration in order to support the attraction of a net new finance ecosystem to the region (consisting of angel investors, VC’s and financial institutions). Led by Kim Butler and support by Norm Paquette (Stratford).

Tue 31

Canada-wide Responsible AI conference for Ethical Adoption and Deployment

11:00AM - 5:00PM

With the rise of smart technology, Artificial Intelligence is now touching more parts of our lives and the world of business than ever before. This introduces a need to place trust in algorithms that constantly evolve as machines learn how to do specific tasks more effectively or to address new challenges. This event will be delivered in a hybrid format, consisting of a synchronous simulcast of keynote speakers and panel discussions on topics in AI (across 5 provinces in 7 different locations), followed by plenary and networking sessions delivered live, locally in Kanata. A collaboration between Northeastern University and Carleton University Institute of Data Science (CUIDS).

June

Tue 2

R&D Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

R&D is an important means for achieving future growth and innovation in order to maintain a relevant product in the market. The R&D Leadership Council serve as a networking group for discussion and collaboration amongst R&D executives in Canadas largest tech hub. Additionally, the R&D leaders group will frequently discuss opportunities for collaboration around common themes relevant to software, telecommunications, connectivity and 5G solutions deployments. As Canada’s largest tech hub transforms into a 5G innovation zone and living lab community, these senior R&D executives will have unique opportunities to provide input into the design and implementation of this community of the future. Led by Paul Senyshen (Stratford).

Sun 5

The Knowledge Society (TKS) Student Showcase

2:00PM - 4:00PM

Consulting for IKEA, Walmart, and the United Nations. Building on the blockchain, creating with CRISPR, innovating with AI. What sounds like a bucket list to most, was a happy reality for this year's class of TKS Ottawa students. Over the last 10 months, these high school aged students explored how they can use emerging technology, foundational mindsets, and 21st century skills to tackle some of our world's biggest problems. Students will proudly be showcasing their projects at Hub350 in the RBCx Finance Quarter.

Local companies, press, and prospective parents can email damian@tks.world for a complimentary drop-in style ticket to the event.

Tue 14

ExecTuesday

4:00PM - 8:00PM

ExecTuesday is a networking/presentation evening we host on the second Tuesday of each month for senior members of our technology community.

Wed 15

AIoT Transistor Tech Tour

4:00PM - 6:00PM

AIoT Canada is pleased to host one of the stops of this nation-wide tour. The tour kicks off in May, making 62 stops from coast to coast. All events will include free food, beverages, and promotional items. CyberPower will be joined by WatchGuard, Targus, Promethean, Logitech, Buffalo, StarTech, Lenovo, Aruba, Acer, Ergotron, MS TEAMS, Vendasta and more! In addition, CyberPower will donate $2CDN to the Terry Fox Foundation for each attendee.

In addition, the “IoT workshop”: “How to Ensure that current product firmware are evaluated to minimal level of assurance” will occur at Hub350 from 1:00pm-2:30pm

Tue 21

TiE Women Local Pitch

6:30PM - 8:30PM

TiE Women’s program is a sustainable and easy-to-adapt programming platform built on our six pillars of Learning, Mentoring, Access to Funding, Scalability, Safe Space, and Community. It is an initiative of The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Global. TiE has supported entrepreneurs by offering education, mentorship, networking, and funding opportunities to 15,000 members (including over 3000 charter members or mentors) in 61 chapters across 14 countries. This event will see 10-minute pitch presentations with 5 minute Q&A.

Wed 22

CEO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CEO Leadership Councils focus on sharing best practices throughout the community of CEOs located in Canadas largest technology hub. This hand selected group of senior leaders will meet informally to share wisdom and perspectives in order to elevate the local tech ecosystem and support fellow CEO’s on their journey of going global. Together, CEO’s participating within this council will provide input to the Kanata North Business Association on important areas of focus for the tech hub ecosystem’s growth and sustainability with a collective mission to elevate the awareness and profile of Canadas largest tech hub. Led by Jim Roche and support by Colleen Kelley (Stratford).

Thu 23

HR Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The HR Leadership Council serves as a forum for Kanata North Human Resources professionals to consult and collaborate with a community of executive peers to share knowledge and best practices. This group will frequently align priorities and goals for the purpose of tech talent attraction and retention. Led by Amanda Gordon (Rewind) and support by Annie Prescott (Stratford).

Wed 29

CIO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CIO Leadership Council offers a place to dissect the challenges and opportunities of digital business amongst a group of executive peers in order to drive critical enterprise priorities. Collaborate with fellow CIOs to exchange ideas and share advice to execute on your key initiatives with confidence. Led by AJ Harris (Stratford).

July

Tue 19

CFO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CFO Leadership Council offers the opportunity to connect and engage with a senior group of finance executives leading world class companies in Canadas largest tech hub. Finance Council executives will share best practices for scaling sustainable technology companies and review topics such as fundraising, cashflow, financial planning, etc. Together, under the council’s leadership, this group will also foster a community of collaboration in order to support the attraction of a net new finance ecosystem to the region (consisting of angel investors, VC’s and financial institutions). Led by Kim Butler and support by Norm Paquette (Stratford).

Thu 28

R&D Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

R&D is an important means for achieving future growth and innovation in order to maintain a relevant product in the market. The R&D Leadership Council serve as a networking group for discussion and collaboration amongst R&D executives in Canadas largest tech hub. Additionally, the R&D leaders group will frequently discuss opportunities for collaboration around common themes relevant to software, telecommunications, connectivity and 5G solutions deployments. As Canada’s largest tech hub transforms into a 5G innovation zone and living lab community, these senior R&D executives will have unique opportunities to provide input into the design and implementation of this community of the future. Led by Paul Senyshen (Stratford).

August

Wed 17

CEO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CEO Leadership Councils focus on sharing best practices throughout the community of CEOs located in Canadas largest technology hub. This hand selected group of senior leaders will meet informally to share wisdom and perspectives in order to elevate the local tech ecosystem and support fellow CEO’s on their journey of going global. Together, CEO’s participating within this council will provide input to the Kanata North Business Association on important areas of focus for the tech hub ecosystem’s growth and sustainability with a collective mission to elevate the awareness and profile of Canadas largest tech hub. Led by Jim Roche and support by Colleen Kelley (Stratford).

Thu 25

HR Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The HR Leadership Council serves as a forum for Kanata North Human Resources professionals to consult and collaborate with a community of executive peers to share knowledge and best practices. This group will frequently align priorities and goals for the purpose of tech talent attraction and retention. Led by Amanda Gordon (Rewind) and support by Annie Prescott (Stratford).

Wed 31

CIO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CIO Leadership Council offers a place to dissect the challenges and opportunities of digital business amongst a group of executive peers in order to drive critical enterprise priorities. Collaborate with fellow CIOs to exchange ideas and share advice to execute on your key initiatives with confidence. Led by AJ Harris (Stratford).

September

Tue 13

CFO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CFO Leadership Council offers the opportunity to connect and engage with a senior group of finance executives leading world class companies in Canadas largest tech hub. Finance Council executives will share best practices for scaling sustainable technology companies and review topics such as fundraising, cashflow, financial planning, etc. Together, under the council’s leadership, this group will also foster a community of collaboration in order to support the attraction of a net new finance ecosystem to the region (consisting of angel investors, VC’s and financial institutions). Led by Kim Butler and support by Norm Paquette (Stratford).

Thu 22

R&D Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

R&D is an important means for achieving future growth and innovation in order to maintain a relevant product in the market. The R&D Leadership Council serve as a networking group for discussion and collaboration amongst R&D executives in Canadas largest tech hub. Additionally, the R&D leaders group will frequently discuss opportunities for collaboration around common themes relevant to software, telecommunications, connectivity and 5G solutions deployments. As Canada’s largest tech hub transforms into a 5G innovation zone and living lab community, these senior R&D executives will have unique opportunities to provide input into the design and implementation of this community of the future. Led by Paul Senyshen (Stratford).

October

Wed 12

CEO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CEO Leadership Councils focus on sharing best practices throughout the community of CEOs located in Canadas largest technology hub. This hand selected group of senior leaders will meet informally to share wisdom and perspectives in order to elevate the local tech ecosystem and support fellow CEO’s on their journey of going global. Together, CEO’s participating within this council will provide input to the Kanata North Business Association on important areas of focus for the tech hub ecosystem’s growth and sustainability with a collective mission to elevate the awareness and profile of Canadas largest tech hub. Led by Jim Roche and support by Colleen Kelley (Stratford).

Thu 20

HR Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The HR Leadership Council serves as a forum for Kanata North Human Resources professionals to consult and collaborate with a community of executive peers to share knowledge and best practices. This group will frequently align priorities and goals for the purpose of tech talent attraction and retention. Led by Amanda Gordon (Rewind) and support by Annie Prescott (Stratford).

Wed 26

CIO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CIO Leadership Council offers a place to dissect the challenges and opportunities of digital business amongst a group of executive peers in order to drive critical enterprise priorities. Collaborate with fellow CIOs to exchange ideas and share advice to execute on your key initiatives with confidence. Led by AJ Harris (Stratford).

November

Tue 8

CFO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CFO Leadership Council offers the opportunity to connect and engage with a senior group of finance executives leading world class companies in Canadas largest tech hub. Finance Council executives will share best practices for scaling sustainable technology companies and review topics such as fundraising, cashflow, financial planning, etc. Together, under the council’s leadership, this group will also foster a community of collaboration in order to support the attraction of a net new finance ecosystem to the region (consisting of angel investors, VC’s and financial institutions). Led by Kim Butler and support by Norm Paquette (Stratford).

Thu 17

R&D Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

R&D is an important means for achieving future growth and innovation in order to maintain a relevant product in the market. The R&D Leadership Council serve as a networking group for discussion and collaboration amongst R&D executives in Canadas largest tech hub. Additionally, the R&D leaders group will frequently discuss opportunities for collaboration around common themes relevant to software, telecommunications, connectivity and 5G solutions deployments. As Canada’s largest tech hub transforms into a 5G innovation zone and living lab community, these senior R&D executives will have unique opportunities to provide input into the design and implementation of this community of the future. Led by Paul Senyshen (Stratford).

Wed 30

CEO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CEO Leadership Councils focus on sharing best practices throughout the community of CEOs located in Canadas largest technology hub. This hand selected group of senior leaders will meet informally to share wisdom and perspectives in order to elevate the local tech ecosystem and support fellow CEO’s on their journey of going global. Together, CEO’s participating within this council will provide input to the Kanata North Business Association on important areas of focus for the tech hub ecosystem’s growth and sustainability with a collective mission to elevate the awareness and profile of Canadas largest tech hub. Led by Jim Roche and support by Colleen Kelley (Stratford).

December

Wed 14

CIO Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The CIO Leadership Council offers a place to dissect the challenges and opportunities of digital business amongst a group of executive peers in order to drive critical enterprise priorities. Collaborate with fellow CIOs to exchange ideas and share advice to execute on your key initiatives with confidence. Led by AJ Harris (Stratford).

Thu 15

HR Leadership Council

8:00AM - 9:30AM

Hub350 – 350 Legget Drive, Kanata

The HR Leadership Council serves as a forum for Kanata North Human Resources professionals to consult and collaborate with a community of executive peers to share knowledge and best practices. This group will frequently align priorities and goals for the purpose of tech talent attraction and retention. Led by Amanda Gordon (Rewind) and support by Annie Prescott (Stratford).

Looking to host an event at Hub350?

Reach out to us: julia@kanatanorthba.ca