ShiftKey Labs

Exciting things are happening at ShiftKey Labs this Summer! :D I'm thrilled to be helping organize 'Hack the Elements', a research-driven elemental-themed hackathon taking place May 22nd to May 24th at Dalhousie University (Rowe & Mona Campbell Buildings) If you're looking for a challenge that goes BEYOND a typical hackathon, this one is for you. Projects are grounded in real research problems, so what you build actually means something, and plus, there are prizes up for grabs too! Whether you're looking to push your technical or research skills, build something meaningful for your portfolio, network with mentors and people in the industry, or just see what you're capable of, I'd love to see you there :) Registration is open NOW! Come alone, or with friends and build something that could just change the future. ✨ Register here: https://lnkd.in/ea-85854

In honor of Earth Day last week, we’re giving a small preview into ShiftKey’s upcoming hackathon in May! Instead of jumping to solutions, we want you to start by looking closer at existing problems. For this weeks mini-challenge the problem we want you to identify is related to the earth element! Let us know the problem you identified in the comments below or your take on the Earth element! 🌎 Want to register for the hackathon? Click here! https://lnkd.in/ea-85854

Have you checked out our upcoming hackathon - Hack the Elements🔥🌊💨🌱 This Hackathon focuses around the four elements: Earth, Air, Fire, & Water. Here are some suggestions on what path you can take for the problem statement! The element categories will allow you to take the problem statement in the direction of your choosing depending on the problem you want to solve. What one will you choose? 📅 May 22-24, 2026 ⏰ All-Day 📍 Rowe & Mona Campbell Buildings Click here to register! https://lnkd.in/ea-85854

We’re excited to officially announce Riding the Wave of Ocean AI: Building Bridges Community Launch Event! Join us for a free virtual event that brings together a growing network of ocean professionals across non-profits, academia, and beyond. This kickoff event will include: 🔹 Visionary keynotes on Canada-wide AI strategy and ocean opportunities 🔹 Real-world examples of AI in marine work 🔹 Accessible tools and resources to support your AI journey Featuring keynote speakers: Dr. Elissa Strome (Executive Director, Pan-Canadian AI Strategy, CIFAR) Dr. Loubna Benabbou (Professor, UQAR & Affiliate, Mila) When & Where: 📅 May 13, 2026 at 1:30pm (ADT) 📍 Zoom 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dTwbicUC 📑 Event Details & Full Program: https://lnkd.in/dEFWifkv This is more than a one-time event. The Building Bridges Community of Practice is designed as a long-term community to foster collaboration, break down technical barriers, and bring practical AI solutions to the organizations that need them most. Explore the community at : https://lnkd.in/ey_NcgXn Canada's Ocean Supercluster Canadian Integrated Ocean Observing System (CIOOS) CIOOS Pacific St. Lawrence Global Observatory

The next ShiftKey Academy Course will be centered around learning to stay in the driver seat while using AI tools. This course will be taught by ShiftKey Ambassador Maggie Brown. The goal of this course is to encourage participants to understand the potential of coding with AI agents, use it to improve code writing efficiency and aid decision making. If you are interested in learning about Coding with Claude please visit our website for more details - https://lnkd.in/e-D6Gehc

Are you looking for a course to take but can’t find one you're interested in? 🤔 Let us make one for you! As we plan our upcoming courses and workshops, we’d love to hear from you. Your suggestions will help shape the next generation of ShiftKey Academy programs! What topics would you like to see us cover next?💡  Are there specific topics, skills, tools, or technologies you want to learn more about?   Join our poll and add any specific ideas to the comments! 👇

Our Industry showcase with Avanade will now be in room W305, 3rd floor, Weldon Law Building, 6061 University Avenue, Halifax (in-person only). Looking forward to seeing you!

Curious about how AI chatbots like ChatGPT actually work—and how organizations are building powerful AI agents to automate real-world tasks? Join us for AI Agents & Chatbots Course, led by Kavya Bhojani, a 6-week, hands-on course designed for professionals who want to move beyond the hype and understand how modern AI systems really function. You’ll explore everything from how large language models generate responses to how AI agents connect with tools, APIs, and trusted data to deliver reliable results. This course is hybrid, with both in-person sessions and a fully supported online option—so you can participate in the way that works best for you. Along the way, you’ll design and build your own simple chatbot or agent workflow, gaining practical experience you can apply right away. Whether you’re looking to automate workflows, improve decision-making, or simply stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field, this course will give you the foundation to get started. Spots are limited—register now and start building with AI 🚀 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e8zmhdvv

Anti Money Laundering Panel with Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) In this session you will meet with experts in this interesting and unique field and have the opportunity to network with them. Benefits of attending: • Learn about career opportunities at RBC • Gain insight into roles across business, technology, and more • Discover what RBC looks for in candidates • Network directly with staff and recruiters 📅 March 19, 2026 ⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM 📍 Room 430, Goldberg Computer Science Building 🎟️ Register here! https://lnkd.in/e8zmhdvv