Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre

Her work is breaking stigmas and building understanding one story at a time 💬💫

With a background in psychology, addictions counselling and a creative spirit, Martina brings heart, expertise and leadership to her work, serving on the boards of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce and Women in Film & Television Atlantic.

Meet change maker Martina Kelades, professional storyteller, mental health and wellness speaker and founder of Life Out Loud – Mental Health Consulting & Creatives. It is a platform focused on bringing real conversations about mental health into workplaces and everyday life.

Don’t miss it! Apply today: loom.ly/cQTyrLQ

The Summer Entrepreneurial Experience (SEE) kicks off July 8 from 12–1 p.m.! Whether you're just getting started or looking to grow, this program offers hands-on support, funding opportunities and the chance to connect with like-minded students.

Ready to bring your business idea to life?

🗓 Apply by July 5th: tribenetwork.ca/programs/start… 📣 Spread the word! #StartSmallGrant #AtlanticCanada #TribeNetwork

We’re proud to support the Start Small Grant Powered by Emera — an initiative uplifting early-stage racialized founders in Atlantic Canada. Grants up to $1,000, plus mentorship + networking with the Tribe Network.

Check out the website for more information: loom.ly/PcctIdU For more info, email: aae@smu.ca Applications open until August, don’t miss out!

Are you a Nova Scotian who self-identifies as living with a disability and has a business idea? 💡 The Access Ability Entrepreneurship Stream offers paid training, expert-led sessions and a full year of mentorship to help you launch and grow your business.

Flexible, supportive and made for youth ready to take the next step. Learn more: loom.ly/GowIy5c

If you’re 15–30, living in Nova Scotia and legally able to work in Canada, Options Online offers paid training, real-world experience and 1-on-1 support to help you reach your goals.

Want to launch your career or start a business and get paid while doing it? 💼💸

He’s also part of the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre’s Access Ability Entrepreneurship Program and just catered his biggest event yet for 400 people! Come by, grab a roll and say hi!

From the classic pork roll to his crowd-fave cheeseburger spring roll (yes, really), Kevin’s putting a twist on tradition you’ll want to try.

Kevin MacKinnon of KevEthel’s SpringRoll Company is bringing his handmade spring rolls to Ribfest in Dartmouth, June 28–July 1! 🥢🍔

✔️ Flexible, project-based work ✔️ Paid opportunity ✔️ Open to all post-secondary students in Nova Scotia Click the link to fill out the interest form: loom.ly/OAFSvKM

Looking to gain real-world experience with innovative startups? 👩‍💻 The Experience Ventures Project Experience connects post-secondary students in Nova Scotia with short-term, paid projects that build entrepreneurial thinking and in-demand skills.

When: June 25, 6 – 8 p.m. Where: Health Innovation Hub, 13th Floor, South Tower 1625 Grafton Street, Halifax, NS Register: loom.ly/_8Aufww

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