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SUMMARY:jQuery for Beginners: Add Interactivity and Effects to Your Website
DESCRIPTION:Ladies Learning Code (@learningcode) is a Canada wide not-for-profit organization providing women\, men and youth the opportunity to learn beginner-friendly technical skills in a social and collaborative way.  \nWhy jQuery?\n\nYou’ve started to learn how to make web pages with HTML and CSS and now you’re ready for the next step. In this workshop\, you’ll learn how to take a static web page and give it that little extra sumthin’ sumthin’. \nJavaScript or jQuery\, what’s the difference?\n\nJavaScript is a wildly popular programming language that is used on almost every website. Photo slideshows\, Twitter timeline updates and Google auto-complete search terms are just a few examples of JavaScript! jQuery is a library that makes writing JavaScript a breeze.  Not sure what a JavaScript library is? No worries\, you’ll get plenty of information about what it is\, how to write your own jQuery code and use plugins like this snazzy photo slider: http://flexslider.woothemes.com/thumbnail-slider.html. \nWhat will you learn?\n\njQuery is JavaScript so we’ll start with fundamental JavaScript concepts such as variables and functions.  Also\, learn how to use the handy tools like the console\, right in your browser. Then we’ll jump into jQuery and learn how to manipulate various elements of a web page and add fancy effects based on different user actions like click and hover. You can even change the CSS and update how your web page looks based on these interactions. We’ll also dive into how to use the Flexslider photo gallery plugin to make your web page even more dynamic. \nBy the end of the day\, your web page will no longer just sit there and look pretty\, it’ll also be full of fun interactions!
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/jquery-for-beginners-add-interactivity-and-effects-to-your-website/
LOCATION:CoMotion on King\, 115 King Street East\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N1A9\, Canada
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SUMMARY:WordPress Hamilton Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next meetup! Come and meet other WordPress users\, developers\, bloggers and more in and around Hamilton! \nPresentation \nThis month Robert Vidal will be going over ways to help secure your WordPress site!  Whether your a blogger or a developer we’ll discuss things to do to keep your site from being hacked or otherwise exploited. \nAgenda: \n6:30pm – doors open\, networking \n7pm-7:30pm – news\, presentation \n7:30pm-8pm – networking\, discussing WordPress\, Q&A \n8:pm-? – Post-hangout beverage(s) – TBA \nGrab a coffee\, tea or soft drink before heading up at one of the nearby cafés.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/wordpress-hamilton-meetup/
LOCATION:CoMotion on King\, 115 King Street East\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N1A9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Adam and Brian":MAILTO:brian@brianhogg.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160312T120000
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SUMMARY:McMaster Programming Challenge
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URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/mcmaster-programming-challenge/
LOCATION:McMaster University\, 1280 Main Street West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 4L8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160311T130000
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SUMMARY:Social Networking for Success - LinkedIn for Early Stage Companies
DESCRIPTION:Leveraging the right approach to social networking is like having a customized blueprint for business success. In this session we will look at how to fully leverage the power of LinkedIn Social Platform – the “Facebook” for Professionals – to grow your professional network.  \nSession Benefits \nThis workshop will demonstrate how to leverage LinkedIn to  \n\nBe seen as an “Industry Thought Leader “\nGrow your business network\nCreate an effective public portfolio\nGet professional  recommendations\nGenerate an limitless supply of business contacts and referrals\n\nSession Outline \nThis fast pace session will be delivered by Rick McCutcheon one of North America’s Leading Thought Leaders on Strategic Sales and Marketing Technology. This session will include: \n\nAn Overview of LinkedIn as a sales tool including \n\nPersonal Profiles\nCorporate Pages\nAdvanced Search\nGroups\nDiscussions\nTracking Views\nPosting\nRecommendations\nAdd on Applications\nJob Postings\n\n\nWorking with LinkedIn to\n\nCreate an effective user profile \nEditing your settings\nSearching for people \nAdding them to your network\nCategorizing contacts\nEffective networking\nBuilding your strategies for working with Groups \n\n\nWorking a repeatable sales process in LinkedIn\n90 Days to LinkedIn Success\n\nProgram Facilitator \nRick has been involved with the technology Industry since 1991 as a Company Founder\, Senior Executive\, Reseller\, Board Member\, Educator\, Consultant and Professional Speaker. He holds the Certified Sales Professional Designation and is the creator of the Full Contact Selling (FCS) Methodology. He currently leads a CRM and Sales Process Coaching Practice for early stage technology companies. \nAttendance at this workshop is valued at $500.00 per person. As an Innovation Factory client\, we are happy to provide you this workshop at no cost. 
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/social-networking-for-success-linkedin-for-early-stage-companies/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, 175 Longwood Road South\, #101a\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160310T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160310T200000
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SUMMARY:SURGE - Pitch Training Camp
DESCRIPTION:So you have an idea but aren’t sure how to explain it. Or\, you have a business model ready to pitch for support from different audiences\, but you’re not sure what to say or what not to say. Say no more…. SURGE experts will train you on how to “pitch it\, not ditch it.” If you don’t learn how to get the important stuff out\, no will want what you’re selling. \nDave Carter\, Executive Director from the Innovation Factory will be on hand to help facilitate the meeting. \nThis is a free event and all are welcome to attend!  Room TBD.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/surge-pitch-training-camp/
LOCATION:Mohawk College\, 135 Fennel Avenue West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L9C1E9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160309T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160309T210000
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SUMMARY:ELEV8
DESCRIPTION:Join Innovation Factory on March 9\, 2016 for our first ever ELEV8 Pitch Night! \nELEV8 is a new event by iF that will see companies who have a product in-market (or close to launch) present their company in an investment-style pitch presentation. It’s designed to help connect our partners\, volunteer mentors and the broader Hamilton community with some of our up-and-coming startups. \nELEV8 Pitch Night is open to the public and attendees will have the opportunity to observe six 5-minute presentations from local innovators\, and network while enjoying delicious appetizers!\n \nYou may remember our Innovation Nights – well\, we’re taking that concept and elevating (elev8ing?) it by having thriving startup clients pitch investment-style for the chance to take home a $250 or $750 prize! \nThe ELEV8 Pitch Night will be held in the Atrium@MIP from 6-9pm. \nThe schedule of events is as follows:\n6pm – Food & networking\n7pm – ELEV8 pitches!\n8pm – Post pitch networking \nInterested in pitching at ELEV8 Pitch Night? All startups pitching March 9 are clients who are working with Innovation Factory and being coached by our mentors. To become a client\, you can fill out an intake form\, come in for an intake meeting and get the ball rolling! As a client of iF\, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in programs and events like ELEV8 – who knows\, maybe you’ll be pitching at our next one!
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/17574/
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 0A1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160309T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160309T130000
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SUMMARY:SURGE - Business Triad at Fennell - ACCOUNTANCY
DESCRIPTION:Business Triad at Fennell: Accountancy\, Law and Insurance. \nThese three workshops will review the basics related to setting up your own business and/or working for a small business in the Skilled Trades field. Learn how to make and keep your profits as well as how to protect it and finally insure your valuables!\n\nWORKSHOP #3: ACCOUNTANCY \nWHAT TO DO WITH YOUR MONEY\n\nYou will walk away from this workshop knowing how to confidently handle and track your expenses and profits. You will also gain a better understanding of how to optimize resources at your disposal. \nJon Veldstra\, CPA\, CA from KPMG will our the special guest for this event \nREGISTER NOW FOR THIS FREE EVENT\nLunch will be provided
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/surge-business-triad-at-fennell-accountancy/
LOCATION:Room i219 at Mohawk College\, 135 Fennel Avenue West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L9C 1E9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160309T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160309T150000
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SUMMARY:Success in the City
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/success-in-the-city/
LOCATION:Liuna Station\, 360 James St N\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8L1H5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160308T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160308T210000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
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SUMMARY:Outstanding Business Achievement Awards
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce the nominees for this year’s Outstanding Business Achievement Awards! \nLIST OF FINAL NOMINEES by CATEGORY \nSmall/Mid-Size/Large Business of the Year: These awards will be presented to a profit-centred private business organization whose achievements made an outstanding contribution to Hamilton\nin 2015. \nSmall (1-10 employees)\nDr. Disc\nMoonray Studios\nOrbital \nMid-Size (10-50 employees)\nHistoria Restoration\nNet Access\nStaybridge Suites \nLarge (50+ employees)\nFirstOntario Credit Union\nMcKeil Marine\nSteeped Tea \nYoung Entrepreneur of the Year: This award will be presented to a young entrepreneur(s) age 35 and under who owns and operates his/her business in Hamilton. \n180 Drums\nPipeline Studios\nR. Devine Skin Care \nNot-For-Profit: This award will be presented to a not-for-profit organization that operates in Hamilton. The organization must have been in business for a minimum of three years. \nCancer Assistance Program\nHamilton Children’s Choir \nCONFIRMED AWARDS \nThe 2015 Outstanding Business Achievement Awards will also honour local businesses with the Accessibility Award and Century Award. \nAccessibility Award\nThis award will be presented to the YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford for creating an accessible work environment\, valuing the contribution of persons with disabilities\, and promoting the development of an inclusive workplace culture for all. \nCentury Award – two recipients\nThis award will be presented to Hillfield Strathallan College and G.S. Dunn for their community contributions spanning more than 100 years. \n“Each year\, the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to celebrate the best in business in this community\, and these nominees are certainly well-deserving of that distinction\,” said Hamilton Chamber president and CEO\, Keanin Loomis. “It’s important to recognize their significant contributions to the vibrancy and prosperity of Hamilton and\, in the process\, inspire others to excellence.” \nThe Chamber would like to thank sponsors that support this initiative: Bell Canada\, BMO Bank of Montreal\, City of Hamilton Economic Development\, Cogeco Connexion\, Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers Ltd.\, FOCUS Management\, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG)\, and Taylor Leibow. \nWe also acknowledge the individuals who took the time to formally nominate candidate organizations. \n–30– \nMedia Contact\nJulia Jarusauskas\, Communications and Event Coordinator\nHamilton Chamber of Commerce\nj.jarusauskas@hamiltonchamber.ca | 905-522-1151 x 227
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/outstanding-business-achievement-awards/
LOCATION:Carmen’s Banquet Centre\, 1520 Stone Church Road East\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160305T100000
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SUMMARY:Dragon's Den Auditions
DESCRIPTION:When: Sat\, March 5\, 10am – 5pm \nWhere: Mohawk College\, 135 Fennell Ave. W (Room i109)  \nAuditions are now open! \nIt’s time for entrepreneurs across the country to polish up their pitches to be part of Dragons’ Den! This February our producers are hitting the road on a 35-city audition tour to find Canada’s best small businesses in need of a Dragon investment. \nThe audition tour welcomes participants of all ages\, with businesses at any stage of development. Aspiring entrepreneurs should prepare to pitch their concept to the Dragons’ Den producers in five minutes or less. If they show the producers they have what it takes to pitch in the Den\, they could be invited to Toronto to face the Dragons. Prospective pitchers are encouraged to apply online and bring a completed application form to the audition. \nTo get your business on Dragons’ Den\, you must fill out the online application. If you plan on auditioning in person as well\, please submit your online application first. Auditioning in person is very helpful\, but not necessary to get on the show. \nApply now for your opportunity to pitch your business to the Dragons!\nhttp://castingapp.tv/dragonsden/
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/dragons-den-auditions/
LOCATION:Mohawk College – Room i109\, 135 Fennel Avenue West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160303T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160303T103000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160225T191320Z
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UID:17579-1456993800-1457001000@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:Colombian Business Opportunities Overview
DESCRIPTION:The Colombian Government Trade Commission PROCOLOMBIA\, along with the City of Hamilton and Niagara Region\, are pleased to invite you to attend the upcoming breakfast seminar “Colombian Business Opportunities Overview” – Join us to discover why \nColombia represents a growing opportunity for your business. \nAgenda: \n8:30 a.m.: Continental Breakfast\n9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.: Colombian Business Opportunities Overview\n10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.: Q&A and networking \nFor more information or to RSVP\, please contact Elizabeth Konca – elizabeth.konca@hamilton.ca
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/17579/
LOCATION:Grand Olympia\, 660 Barton Street\, Stoney Creek\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160302T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160302T193000
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SUMMARY:Hamilton Code Club Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Interested in teaching Hamilton-area kids how to code? This is your opportunity to get involved in a new program aimed at introducing simple computer programming to middle school students. \nBuilding upon our pilot project’s success our goal\, over the next three years\, is to reach every middle school in Hamilton. We can’t do this alone – we need your help! \nLight appetizers will be served.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/hamilton-code-club-orientation/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, 175 Longwood Road South\, #101a\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160302T140000
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SUMMARY:iLunch Hamilton: Specialized Financing Models for the Digital Media Industry
DESCRIPTION:  \niLunch is a monthly lunch-and-learn series that provides skills development and networking to interactive digital media producers and those in other sectors wishing to learn more or collaborate with IDM creators. \nEach session includes lunch\, a panel discussion\, Q&A and networking time. Please note that the doors open for this iLunch at 12:00pm.\n \niLunch Hamilton Session Details \nWondering how to access specialized financing for IDM? Find out how IDM production companies are combining funding options from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)\, Export Development Canada (EDC) and the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). \nTo bring this fascinating ecosystem to life\, Shane Lee of BDC\, Shannon McLuhan of EDC and Tanya Lahiri of RBC will be sharing case studies for both early stage companies and more mature ones. Moderated by Mark Edwards of Edwards PC\, Creative Law\, this is a must-attend event for any IDM producer looking to grow their business; whether you’re still looking forward to revenue or already established with business deals inside and outside of Canada! \nModerator\nMark Edwards of Edwards PC\, Creative Law\n \nPanelists\n\nTanya Lahiri – Senior Relationship Manager\, Media & Entertainment\, Royal Bank of Canada\nShannon McLuhan – Senior Account Manager\, Small Business Solutions\, Export Development Canada\nShane Lee – Account Manager\, Acquisition\, Business Development Bank of Canada\n\nSchedule\n \n12:00-12:30pm: Arrivals + Lunch \n12:30-1:30pm: Panelist discussion \n1:30-2:00pm: Q & A
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/ilunch-hamilton-specialized-financing-models-for-the-digital-media-industry/
LOCATION:Innovation Factory\, 175 Longwood Road South\, #101a\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160229
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160109T072053Z
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SUMMARY:Hacking Health Hamilton Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Hacking Health is designed to improve healthcare by inviting technology creators and healthcare professionals to collaborate on realistic\, human-centric solutions to front-line problems. \nOur hackathons are fun\, intense\, hands-on events where small teams tackle tough problems in a supportive community of peers and mentors. \nThank you for your participation\, and we are excited to see you all out there! \nFor more information\, our website is http://hackinghealth.ca/city/hamilton-canada and our Meetup group for our Café series is http://www.meetup.com/Hacking-Health-Hamilton. \nEvent Schedule \nDay 1 – Friday \n5:00pm: Registration & Pitch Clinic \n6:00pm: Networking Reception\, catering by Cocoa Food Inc \n7:00pm: Program Begins \n7:30pm: Pitches \n8:30pm: Team Formation\, Networking \n10:30pm: Venue Close \nDay 2 – Saturday \n8:00am-9:00am: Breakfast \n9:00am: Team Building Activity \n9:30am: HACK! \n12:00pm-2pm: Lunch \n1:00pm: HACK! \n5:00pm-7:00pm: Dinner \n6:00pm: HACK! \n10:30pm: Venue Close \nDay 3 – Sunday \n8:00am-10:00am: Breakfast \n9:00am: HACK! \n12:00pm-2:00pm: Lunch \n2:00pm: Demos Program Begins \n3:30pm: Judges Deliberate \n4:00pm: Winners Announced!
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/hacking-health-hamilton-hackathon/
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 0A1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160225T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160225T210000
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SUMMARY:#HammerBorn Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:  \nTo celebrate their launch\, BuckitLife is throwing an EPIC Launch Party (#HammerBorn) featuring $3.00 JÄGERBOMBS\, a PARTY BUCKET LIST CHALLENGE and AWESOME GIVEAWAYS including: \n– KEG Giveaway\n– ADVENTURE Giveaway (buckitlife.ca)\n– CONCERT/EVENT TICKETS Giveaway (Bruha.com) \n*Register for this event while tickets are FREE! \n  \n\nBuckitLife\nOrganizer of #HammerBorn Launch Party \n\n\nBuckitLife is a #HammerBorn online platform that provides an easier\, faster\, and more fun way to discover new adventures\, cross these adventures off your bucket list\, and live their life to the fullest! \nBRÜHA is a #HammerBorn online community that connects you with live events\, venues\, promoters and artists; explore your city with Bruha.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/hammerborn-buckitlife-launch-party/
LOCATION:The Honest Lawyer\, 110 King Street West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160225T203000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160225T184629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160225T214149Z
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SUMMARY:CODE - debugging the gender gap
DESCRIPTION:By 2020\, there will be 1\,000\,000 unfilled software engineering jobs in the US. But girls and people of color are been kept away from these opportunities. Come to see what is the problem and what people are doing to challenge the tech industry. Come to watch CODE – DEBUGGING THE GENDER GAP with us on Feb 25th – 6:30PM @ Co-Motion – 3rd Floor\, 115 King St East – (sorry\, folks\, no elevator available) – Post-screening chat. \nTickets: by donations \nPresented by The Hamilton Dialogues \nSponsored by YWCA and THE OTHER BIRD \nSupported by Co-Motion and Ladies Learning Code
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/code-debugging-the-gender-gap/
LOCATION:CoMotion on King\, 115 King Street East\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N1A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160224T210000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160129T170611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160129T170611Z
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SUMMARY:Freelancer meetup
DESCRIPTION:Come out for another great Freelancer meetup! \nSCHEDULE \n6:30pm-7:00pm – Registration and mingling\n7:00pm-7:30pm – Quick introduction to everyone\, brainstorming topics you want to know for 2016\n7:30pm-8:30pm – More getting to know others! \nPARKING \nThere is plenty of parking in the IMPARK parking lot next to the venue. Entrance to the parking lot is accessible off James Street S. as well as off Augusta Street beside The Pheasant Plucker (20 Augusta). It is $4 for the evening. \nABOUT FREELANCER MEETUP \nFreelancer Meetups are monthly events run by the Hamilton Freelancers Association. They are free\, and open to all professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and freelancers in the Hamilton area\, whether you’re just starting a freelancing consulting business\, or you’re running a consulting business full time. \nWe bring in some of the best and brightest to give talks on ways to help you build and grow your entrepreneurial venture\, along with networking. \nThe Hamilton Freelancers Association is free to join to become a member and is open to freelancers of all skills and specialties\, including designers\, developers\, marketers\, videographers\, photographers\, writers\, and everyone in between.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/freelancer-meetup/
LOCATION:The Pheasant Plucker\, 20 Augusta Street\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 1P7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160224T130000
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SUMMARY:SURGE - Business Triad at Fennell: Insurance
DESCRIPTION:Business Triad at Fennell: Accountancy\,Law and Insurance.\n \nThese three workshops will review the basics related to setting up your own business and/or working for a small business in the Skilled Trades field. Learn how to make and keep your profits as well as how to protect it and finally insure your valuables! \nWORKSHOP #2: INSURANCE \nWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INSURING YOUR BUSINESS \nInsurance is a must when setting up shop. Learn the basics about what you need to know in order to protect your valuables and yourself! \nGeorge and Jordan McCarter from Pearson Dunn Insurance will be our special guests for this event \nREGISTER NOW FOR THIS FREE EVENT \nLunch will be provided     \n                                                                      
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/surge-business-triad-at-fennell-insurance/
LOCATION:Room i219 at Mohawk College\, 135 Fennel Avenue West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L9C 1E9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160223T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160223T130000
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CREATED:20160205T015028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160205T015028Z
UID:17372-1456227000-1456232400@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:Innovation Factory: Lunch ‘n Learn on “Content Marketing Demystified: Understanding the Value for your Business”
DESCRIPTION:Please join iF on Tuesday\, February 23\, 2016 for a Lunch ‘n Learn on “Content Marketing Demystified: Understanding the Value for your Business” presented by Marie Wiese of marketing CoPilot! \nThis unique learning and networking opportunity will include a complimentary lunch!\n \nThe idea of using content to find customers and keep customers is nothing new. Content Marketing in its purest form has been around since the invention of the newspaper and trade publications. What has changed is buyer behavior and its application in the sales process. \nJoin us for a robust discussion with Marie Wiese\, founder of Marketing CoPilot\, a content marketing agency that creates and manages digital content for organizations that want to find and keep customers. Marie is also an Executive-in-Residence at the Innovation Factory. During this interactive Lunch ‘n Learn\, Marie will discuss: \n1. The reasons every business regardless of what they sell\, should be using content to support the buyer journey. \n2. The difference between copy writing and true brand journalism. \n3. The three things you should look for in a results-producing content marketing program. \nBe sure to register now\, as you’ll be walking away from this session with a newfound understanding of the value for your business thanks to the revolution that is Content Marketing. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n11:30am-noon – Lunch & Networking \nNoon-1pm –  Factory 5 and Keynote Presentation (Marie Wiese)\n \n1pm – 2pm – Dessert & Networking (at iF’s Innovation Destination) \n\nParking Information \nParking is available for a cost of $0.75/ hour at McMaster Innovation Park Special Events and Conference Parking. \n  \nOur Lunch ‘n Learn events are a great way to get out and network while enjoying a free lunch\, and learning something new! Please forward this to all of the innovators you know. \n  \nAbout Marie Wiese\n \nMarie Wiese is founder of Marketing CoPilot\, a leading content marketing agency that creates and manages digital content for organizations that want to find and keep customers. Marie is Past Chair of technology association\, TechConnex and currently\, an Executive-in-Residence at the Innovation Factory in Hamilton\, Ontario where she coaches early stage companies on how to apply digital marketing and content to their business. Marie is author of The Essential Guide to Better Content Marketing\, and other marketing workbooks. She is an entrepreneur\, keynote speaker\, mom and writer. Marie has spoken at industry events for the Canadian Marketing Association and Marketing Sherpa in the United States. She can be found online at https://ca.linkedin.com/in/marketingcopilot. \n\nAbout Innovation Factory \nInnovation Factory (innovationfactory.ca) is a not-for-profit Regional Innovation Centre\, located in Hamilton\, ON committed to connecting and enabling active collaboration between the city’s communities of science\, business\, government\, academia and finance to accelerate the innovation process and amplify economic and social impact of key new ideas and discoveries. Funded by the Ontario Network of Entrepreneurs (ONE)\, we are focused on strengthening the next generation of wealth and jobs generators. \nYour entry to this event constitutes implied consent to be photographed and to have those photos published.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/innovation-factory-lunch-n-learn-on-content-marketing-demystified-understanding-the-value-for-your-business/
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 0A1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160220T160000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160129T170212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160129T170212Z
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SUMMARY:Ladies Learning Code: HTML & CSS for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:What is Ladies Learning Code? \nWe’re a Canada wide not-for-profit organization providing women\, *men and youth the opportunity to learn beginner-friendly technical skills in a social and collaborative way. We’re all about showing people that learning to code can be fun! \n*Men are welcome to attend (and they do!)\, but we encourage you to bring an additional female learner where possible \n  \nWhy HTML & CSS? \nIf you are looking to get your feet wet when it comes to programming\, then this is the workshop for you. HTML and CSS are the backbone of all websites\, and knowledge of them is a necessity if you are interested in things like web development\, creating marketing emails\, or even blogging! The web without HTML and CSS would be would be a world without colourful\, pretty websites\, not to mention the web applications we all use daily. It’s easy to learn\, and was designed so that everyone – even non-programmers – can do it. No fancy programs are needed\, just Notepad and a web browser!\nThe Ladies Learning Code Introduction to HTML & CSS workshop is designed to be a hands- on experience.\nDuring the session\, you’ll build something like this and learn the following:\n– Basic techniques and concepts that are translatable to other programming languages\n– The building blocks of how HTML and CSS work together to create richer online experiences\n– How to create a rich website with images\, video\, and a CSS-defined layout\n– What resources are available if you’d like to continue learning at home (and we think you will) \n  \nIs this workshop for you? \nThis workshop has been designed for absolute beginners. If you know absolutely nothing about coding or computer programming\, you’ve come to the right place! Our only expectation is that you know how to open up a web browser and do something online like checking your email. (But if you’re reading this\, we’re pretty sure you know how to do that.) \n 
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/ladies-learning-code-html-css-for-beginners/
LOCATION:CoMotion on King\, 115 King Street East\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N1A9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160217T223000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160203T122507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160203T122507Z
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SUMMARY:GameDevDrinks
DESCRIPTION:Hey GDDers\, \nWe invite all of you within or curious about our game development community to come and join us at the Pheasant Plucker on Wednesday\, February 17 for a night of good times and good cheer. This month our guest speaker is Tyler Bud he is a programmer\, designer\, and half of video game studio\, Castle Pixel based out of Toronto. \nFrom 7:00-10:30 p.m.\, GameDevDrinks is the place for you to hang out and to hear Tyler Bud speak about the trials and tribulations of Castle Pixel\, as well as get a hands-on experience with their latest game “Blossom Tales.” Afterwards you can chat with Tyler Bud\, share your game concepts and ideas\, tell and trade stories\, show off game demos or just network and hang out because at GDD our goal is to create a casual and creative social environment for anyone – student\, hobbyist\, enthusiast and professional alike – who shares the common interest of game development of any kind. \nWe look forward to seeing you on the 17th! \nRegards\,\n– Bret \n– About Castle Pixel –\nTyler Bud is a programmer\, designer\, and half of video game studio\, Castle Pixel. In 2014 they released their first game\, Rex Rocket\, on Steam and iPad. They are currently finishing up work on their second game\, Blossom Tales\, coming out sometime this year. \n-Blossom Tale-
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/gamedevdrinks-2/
LOCATION:The Pheasant Plucker\, 20 Augusta Street\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 1P7\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160215
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160109T074514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160109T074549Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Ham Jam
DESCRIPTION:  \nWhat is the Great Ham Jam? \nThe Great Ham Jam is Hamilton’s premiere game jam. The idea behind this new experience is that individuals of all skills and types gather under one roof and produce content that represents a game – whether it be of a board\, card\, video or other variety. \n  \nHow does the Great Ham Jam work? \nOver the course of two days (one working session per day)\, participants will have the opportunity to concept and then develop a playable game. \nAt the end of the second working session\, our participants’ creations will be put on display for peer review and judging by their fellow creators\, as well as our panel of awesome\, handpicked judges. \nRegardless of the creation\, all participants will not only receive an award from Ham Jam for their creations\, but they will be in the running for prizes based on several different categories and criteria\, so stay tuned for more info on that. \n  \nWhat makes the Great Ham Jam so special? \nThe Great Ham Jam is much more than a competition – it is an experience which individuals of professional\, indie and grassroots backgrounds can come together under one roof and share those skills they’ve learned in a fun and collaborative environment. \nOver the course of the Great Ham Jam\, everyone will have the opportunity to power level their developmental abilities and skills\, establish new contacts and create new friendships – all while doing what they have a passion for and ending up with something they’d be proud to put on their family fridge. \n  \nITINERARY(Schedule is subject to change) \n  \nFriday\, February 12\, 2015: \n5:00pm: Registration & Group formation \n5:30pm: Setting up \n6:00pm: Food & Guest speaker (TBA) \n7:00pm: Theme reveal. Let the Ham Jam begin! \n  \nSaturday\, February 13\, 2015: \nAll day:  JAM-ON! \n5pm – 7pm: Dinner \n  \nFebruary\, Sunday 14\, 2015: \nMorning: JAM-ON! \n3:00pm: The deadline for game submissions \n3:30pm: Play all the games. Celebrations \n5:00pm: Pack it up and Roll out. \n  \nFAQs \nWhen is The Great Ham Jam 2016? \nFeb 12 – 14 2016. \n  \nWhat experience do I need to participate? \nThe event is open to individuals of all skill levels\, from novice to advanced. We do recommend that you know some basics about making games\, because we cannot guarantee that anyone will be there to teach you the fundamentals of game design. \n  \nWhat happens if I run into a problem? \nEveryone there is ready and able to help if a problem does come up. Feel free to ask the organizer or volunteers if you run into a problem and they can direct you to the right people to help you out. \n  \nCan I make any game I want? \nYup! We only have 2 rules: \n\nThe game has to utilize the theme somehow\, so be creative as you want within the constraints of said theme\nTry to be tasteful\, as these games will be shown to the public – with your name attached to them (Would you want this game on your portfolio?).\n\n  \nCan I bring a team? \nYup! Also\, if you want to be a part of a team we will be working to put teams together based on skill sets participants have brought to the table. \n  \nCan I compete on my own? \nYup! If you want to rock the Ham Jam solo\, feel free to go on ahead. We do request that you inform the organizer when the teams are being put together so your name is not added to the list. \n  \nIs the Great Ham Jam a competition? \nYes and No. The games will be reviewed by your peers\, our panel of judges and there will be two awards will be given out. We want you to use this event on your resume\, and having a nice reward to talk about is always a good ice breaker at an interview. \n  \nWill there be prizes? \nWe are working on something. You will see what we have at the time of the event. Wha ha ha ha! \n  \nWhat does the Great Ham Jam provide? \nWe have the venue space\, tables\, chairs\, Wi-Fi access\, power\, washrooms\, security\, probably some food\, and a place to chill out and maybe sleep. But who sleeps at a game jam? \n  \nWhat do I need to bring to the event? \nYou need to bring everything that it takes you to build a game: \n\nYour own rig/laptop.\nYour favorite software\nGoodies to nibble on\n\n  \nWhat can’t I bring? \nReally a negative attitude… and try not to bring any liquids that don’t have screw tight lids on them. We don’t want you to break anyones stuff. \n  \nCan I leave my stuff overnight? \nYes. The building has security and the Jammers have eyes. \n  \nHow do I get to the event? \nThe HSR 6 Aberdeen stops outside the McMaster Innovation Park \nMore detailed directions will be posted on the website. \n  \nIs there parking? \nYes\, the MIP building has giant parking lot and it is free during the weekend. \n  \nWhat’s the hashtag for the event? \n#TheGreatHamJam \n  \nHave questions about The Great Ham Jam? \nContact Bret Measor \n\nThanks for registering.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/the-great-ham-jam/
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 0A1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160210T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160210T100000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160126T011337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160126T011337Z
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SUMMARY:Innovation Factory Sales Peer2Peer - International Sales
DESCRIPTION:Innovation Factory’s Sales Peer2Peer sessions are great opportunities for business professionals from all industries and companies to interact with each other\, share best practices\, and network with peers! \nThis month’s topic: International Programs  and Supports to Help you Sell Internationally \nPresenter: Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT) \nWe will have a member of the Export Ontario team and a Trade Commissioner from the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade leading the session. There are programs\, support\, and even funding to help Ontario businesses sell internationally.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/innovation-factory-sales-peer2peer-international-sales/
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 0A1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160203T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160109T082425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160109T082540Z
UID:16943-1454500800-1454504400@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:SURGE - Business Triad at Fennell: Legal Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Business Triad at Fennell: Accountancy\, Law and Insurance. \nThese three workshops will review the basics related to setting up your own business and/or working for a small business in the Skilled Trades field. Learn how to make and keep your profits as well as how to protect it and finally insure your valuables! \nWORKSHOP #1: LEGAL \nHOW NOT TO GET SUED \nLearn all the ins and outs of the legalities of owning a business. This essential workshop will help you learn step by step how to legally set up a business and protect yourself.\n\nAssociate Lennie Lejasisaks from the law firm of Gowlings will be our special guest for this event. \nREGISTER NOW FOR THIS FREE EVENT \n  Lunch will be provided \n                                                                                
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/business-triad-at-fennell-legal-workshop/
LOCATION:Room i219 at Mohawk College\, 135 Fennel Avenue West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L9C 1E9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160128T200000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160109T065618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160109T065618Z
UID:16931-1454004000-1454011200@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:PLUG IN: Media Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join the Hamilton Media Guild for an energized evening of drinks\, networking\, and inspiration as we meet other students\, graduates and experts from ALL media industries including: Advertising\, Graphic Design\, Interactive Media\, Journalism\, Public Relations\, TV/ Film\, Web Development and more. You will also have the chance to interact with up to a dozen media organizations and networks who exist to provide opportunities to upcoming media professionals like you. A series of recent graduates will also be participating in a Q&A where they will share advice on finding jobs and cultivating their passions that lead to a fulfilling and dynamic career. \n  \n \n  \nOrganizations \nDirector’s Guild of Canada Ontario \nInnovation Factory \nInteractive Ontario \nMore to be released! \n  \nSpeakers \nMatt Lattanzio\, Digital Mareting for Weight Watchers Canada \nMore to be released! \n  \nFind out which organizations and speakers will be attending by following us on twitter andfacebook. \n  \nTickets \n$10/ person and only available to guests aged 19+. \nPlease bring your ID and a printed or digital copy of your ticket. The ticket must match the attendee’s name. Tickets are limited so please make sure to secure yours as soon as possible! \n  \nPrizes \nAll PLUG IN attendees will be entered to win a 3-month Commons Membership ($300 value) for CoMotion on King! \nMore to be released! \n  \nSchedule of Events \n6:00pm – Doors Open \n6:30pm – Q & A Session \n7:00pm – Networking \n  \nParking and Transportation \nParking: Free Street Parking after 6pm \nGo Train: A 10 minute walk from the Hamilton GO Station \nInteractive Elements \nBrainstorm Opportunity Wall: Looking to collaborate on a project? Need to hire a student or graduate? This wall is here to help initiate conversations and partnerships surrounding job/volunteer opportunities. Post your name\, skills and what job you are looking for OR post what position you’re looking to fill on your upcoming project. Post-its will be provided. \nQ & A with Successful Grads: Listen in on how recent graduates from all types of media are “making it”. These graduates are from schools all across the GTA. They will also be available for one-on-one conversation afterwards. \nSocial Media Photo Booth: Take some silly pictures with our provided props and post online to twitter and facebook using #HMGPlugIn for your chance to win a prize! \nLive Twitter Feed: Tweet at us using @ham_mediaguild and the hashtag #HMGPlugIn to see your pictures and tweets up on our main screen. \nSocial Media Links \n hamiltonmediaguild.net  \n /HamiltonMediaGuild \n@ham_mediaguild   #HMGPlugIn \nFor any questions or sponsorship inquiries\, please contact the Event Coordinator\, Natalia Atlija\, at natatlijadesign@gmail.com.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/plug-in-media-mixer/
LOCATION:The Spice Factory\, 121 Hughson Street North \, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8R 1G7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160127T210000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160109T064143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160109T064143Z
UID:16928-1453919400-1453928400@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:Hamilton Freelancer Association Meetup: Getting the most out of 2016
DESCRIPTION:2016 is here!  In this meetup we’d love to get your feedback on what topics you want to see in the new year\, either during in-person meetups or webinars. \nWhether you’ve been with the group since the beginning or never been to a meetup\, come and share your thoughts on what you’d like to know\, and let’s help make 2016 a great year for you! \n  \nSCHEDULE \n6:30pm-7:00pm – Registration and mingling\n7:00pm-7:30pm – Quick introduction to everyone\, brainstorming topics you want to know for 2016\n7:30pm-8:30pm – More getting to know others! \n  \nPARKING \nThere is plenty of parking in the IMPARK parking lot next to the venue. Entrance to the parking lot is accessible off James Street S. as well as off Augusta Street beside The Pheasant Plucker (20 Augusta). It is $4 for the evening. \n  \nABOUT FREELANCER MEETUP \nFreelancer Meetups are monthly events run by the Hamilton Freelancers Association. They are free\, and open to all professionals\, entrepreneurs\, and freelancers in the Hamilton area\, whether you’re just starting a freelancing consulting business\, or you’re running a consulting business full time. \nWe bring in some of the best and brightest to give talks on ways to help you build and grow your entrepreneurial venture\, along with networking. \nThe Hamilton Freelancers Association is free to join to become a member and is open to freelancers of all skills and specialties\, including designers\, developers\, marketers\, videographers\, photographers\, writers\, and everyone in between.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/hamilton-freelancer-association-meetup-getting-the-most-out-of-2016/
LOCATION:The Pheasant Plucker\, 20 Augusta Street\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 1P7\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160127T200000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160109T081447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160109T081447Z
UID:16941-1453917600-1453924800@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:Spectrum Student Startup 2016 - Application Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nWe are hosting a workshop for those interested in participating in our year end Spectrum Student Startup Competition. In this competition\, four student startups will each be awarded $25\,000. \nAsk your questions\, and get a better idea of the things you should include in your application. \nDinner will be provided to those who register with us.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/spectrum-student-startup-2016-application-workshop/
LOCATION:Room ETB 135 at McMaster University\, 1280 Main Street West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 4L8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160126T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160126T130000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160109T070448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160109T070448Z
UID:16933-1453807800-1453813200@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:January Lunch ‘n Learn – How to Become Fearlessly Creative & Have Better Ideas More Often
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease join iF on Tuesday\, January 26\, 2016 for a Lunch ‘n Learn on “Brainsprouting – How to Become Fearlessly Creative & Have Better Ideas More Often” presented by authors Joel Hilchey and Brandon Love! \nThis unique learning and networking opportunity will include a complimentary lunch!\n \nToo many people settle for decisions that seem “good enough”. Too many people are inefficient problem solvers.  Too many organizations leave potential untapped. Brainsprouting offers a comprehensive process for changing all of that. \nIn this workshop\, authors Joel Hilchey and Brandon Love share their time-tested strategies for generating ideas and helping teams unlock their creative potential. \nIn a matter of minutes\, you’ll have hundreds of new ideas to push your business forward. What’s more\, you’ll have strategies and tools to build trust between team members\, and you’ll have a mindset for possibilities that will help you navigate any individual or organizational challenge and grow your business. \nSpecifically you’ll learn:\n-How to recognize the creative abilities in everyone you meet\n-The guidelines of a brainsprouting session that make the space just right for ideas\n-How subtle forms of judgment are blocking your creative flow\, and how to open the floodgates\n-How to transform any space to maximize creative output\n-Facilitation techniques to maximize your team’s creativity\n-How practicing creativity in your organization will create a more cohesive team \nBrainsprouting is dynamic\, empowering\, and the results are immediate. Get into the spirit of possibility with Brainsprouting. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n11:30am-noon – Lunch & Networking \nNoon-1pm –  Factory 5 and Keynote Presentation\n \n1pm – 2pm – Dessert & Networking (at iF’s Innovation Destination) \n\nParking Information \nParking is available for a cost of $0.75/ hour at McMaster Innovation Park Special Events and Conference Parking. \n  \nOur Lunch ‘n Learn events are a great way to get out and network while enjoying a free lunch\, and learning something new! Please forward this to all of the innovators you know. \n  \nAbout Joel Hilchey & Brandon Love\n \nJoel Hilchey teaches sustainability at McMaster University\, and he speaks at events across North America about leadership\, success\, and what holds people back.  You’ll probably remember him as the speaker who plays with mousetraps\, but his real skill is helping people change the world.  Check out the fun stuff at www.joelhilchey.com \nBrandon Love is a professional magician\, author\, and speaker. He is also a self-professed student of wonder: An avid traveller\, reader\, and unique-experience seeker. Brandon’s presentations aim to help others unlock their hidden potential\, and tap into their creative selves. When he’s not doing any of that\, Brandon works with Pathways to Education\, helping students in North Hamilton achieve their academic goals. To learn more please visitwww.brandonlovemagic.com \n\nAbout Innovation Factory \nInnovation Factory (innovationfactory.ca) is a not-for-profit Regional Innovation Centre\, located in Hamilton\, ON committed to connecting and enabling active collaboration between the city’s communities of science\, business\, government\, academia and finance to accelerate the innovation process and amplify economic and social impact of key new ideas and discoveries. Funded by the Ontario Network of Entrepreneurs (ONE)\, we are focused on strengthening the next generation of wealth and jobs generators. \nYour entry to this event constitutes implied consent to be photographed and to have those photos published.
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/january-lunch-n-learn-how-to-become-fearlessly-creative-have-better-ideas-more-often/
LOCATION:McMaster Innovation Park\, 175 Longwood Road South\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 0A1\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160121T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160121T213000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160107T190942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160107T190942Z
UID:16847-1453401000-1453411800@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:Hacking Health Cafe: "Building"
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in healthcare innovation? Are you a healthcare professional\, designer\, or software developer? Then this is where you need to be for demos\, talks and networking on how we can bring about massive change. \nFor this Café we are at the new David Braley Health Sciences Building right downtown. This beautiful building is a symbol of the investment in healthcare right downtown. \nAndrew MacArthur: “Building an Internet of DNA to Combat Antibiotic Resistance” \nAndrew is a professor of Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences\, recently returned to Canada following a 10 year research career in the United States\, including including faculty positions at Marine Biological Laboratory (Woods Hole\, MA) and Brown University. For years he has been working on global infectious diseases\, functional genomics\, and bioinformatics. He is now the Cisco Research Chair in Bioinformatics running a lab that intersects academic\, government and industry. http://mcarthurbioinformatics.ca \n \nSTAND UP Pitch winners — HINT wearable monitor for strokes while sleeping \nAhmed Elmeligi and Jacob Jackson won $2\,500 and the first prize in the recent STAND UP Pitch competition run by Spectrum at Mac. They are both masters students in the WBooth School of Engineering Practice. \nHINT stands for Healthcare Innovation in NeuroTechnology. We are working on a wearable point-of-care monitoring device that can alert high-risk patients\, care-givers and doctors if they have a stroke in their sleep. HINT allows many strokes that go by undetected in sleep to receive the time-sensitive treatment. \nAhmed Elmeligi\, born in Egypt and raised in Saudi Arabia\, moved to Canada at the age of 17 to pursue a degree in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering at McMaster. He worked at BlackBerry as a Product Engineering Specialist and as a design lead at a medical startup part of the velocity program at Waterloo. His passion is to combine great user experience with medical solutions. \nJacob Jackson completed his undergraduate degree in physics at the University of British Columbia. His undergraduate research involved novel neuroimaging techniques to investigate the brain’s ability to experience structural change. He has been involved in medical research for more than 2 years in both stroke and addiction. Jacob’s passion lies in the combination of entrepreneurship and neurotechnology.  \n \nSee you at the David Braley Health Sciences Building across from City Hall! 
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/hacking-health-cafe-building/
LOCATION:David Braley Health Sciences Building\, McMaster University\, 100 Main Street West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160120T223000
DTSTAMP:20261002T083902
CREATED:20160109T063628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160109T063628Z
UID:16926-1453314600-1453329000@softwarehamilton.com
SUMMARY:GameDevDrinks
DESCRIPTION:After a long and much needed holiday break\, GameDevDrinks is back and ready to kick off the new year in style! \nAs such\, we invite all of you within or curious about our game development community to come and join us at the Pheasant Plucker on Wednesday\, January 20 for a night of good times and good cheer. \nFrom 6:30-10:30 p.m.\, GameDevDrinks is the place for you to share your game concepts and ideas\, tell and trade stories\, show off game demos or just network and hang out because at GDD\, our goal is to create a casual and creative social environment for anyone – student\, hobbyist\, enthusiast and professional alike – who shares the common interest of game development of any kind. \nStay tuned for more details in the days to come regarding our guest speaker\, and we look forward to seeing you on the 20th!
URL:https://softwarehamilton.com/calendar/gamedevdrinks/
LOCATION:The Pheasant Plucker\, 20 Augusta Street\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 1P7\, Canada
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