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Oceans Advance Newsletter – April 1, 2025
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to provide administrative, financial, social media and membership support to the organization. As part of our small team, you’ll have an amazing opportunity to contribute to the growth and advancement of our ocean industry – provincially, nationally, and globally.
SECOND NOTICE
OCEANS ADVANCE INC
NOTICE of ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Nominations are now open for five vacant positions on the board of Oceans Advance Inc. Interested candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Each nominee must be a current member of Oceans Advance.
- Each nomination must have two references via email (a mover and a seconder) and both the mover & seconder must be members of Oceans Advance.
- Each nominee must submit an email to Oceans Advance confirming acceptance; and
- Each nominee must submit a short bio and headshot to Oceans Advance to have your name included on the ballot no later than April 25, 2025.
Please forward your nominations to Shelly Petten at [email protected]
If you have any questions on being a board member of Oceans Advance, please reach out to Shelly Petten at shelly.petten@oceansadvance.net .
Nominations and supporting emails are required by 4:00 pm on Friday, April 25, 2025. A list of candidates will be distributed to the voting membership by Thursday, May 1, 2025 through Election Buddy.
Deadline to vote is Friday, May 23, 2025, at 12:00 noon NL.
Events
For Newfoundland & Labrador ocean technology companies interested in attending the H2O Conference, please reach out to Shelly at Oceans Advance at [email protected] for information on some travel support.
Important dates are fast approaching!
The H2O conference offers opportunities to engage with local, national, and international ocean technology industries through exhibits, showcases, panel presentations, workshops, B2B meetings, and more. For more information and to submit a presentation topic, please visit: Presentation Opportunities
Call for Presenters
Submission Deadline:
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
In addition to the main stage at the Halifax Convention Centre, H2O is again offering two extra presentation opportunities: Spotlight and Tech Track, providing a unique opportunity to present your company or organization’s initiatives.
Exhibitor and Partnership Opportunities
The Industry Showcase is always a highlight of the H2O Conference. Take in the conference programming, learn about new trends in Ocean Technology, and contribute to the conference by showcasing your offerings. Enhance your event exposure by joining the event as a Partner. Varying levels of Partnership Opportunities exist to fit your organizational needs. To learn more, please visit: Partnership Opportunities
Check back regularly for program updates and information: www.H2Oconference.ca
Interested in new business and job opportunities in Atlantic Canada’s growing wind energy sector?
As Atlantic Canada’s offshore and onshore wind sector grows, so do the opportunities for local suppliers, businesses, and communities to participate in projects and reap the benefits. There’s never been a better time to learn more about how to get involved in the region’s wind energy development.
Join Marine Renewables Canada (MRC) for an in-person information session in each Atlantic province to explore the results of the Atlantic Wind Energy Supply Chain Assessment & Pathways for Supply Chain Development study, led by Xodus Group and a team of local consultants. Sessions will provide a comprehensive look into the future of both offshore and onshore wind energy development in Atlantic Canada and what supplies and services are required to meet growing project demand. With a focus on enhancing local capabilities, these information sessions will address key questions and opportunities for businesses and communities in the region.
Information Session Highlights
- The Future of Offshore and Onshore Wind: Explore the exciting growth potential of wind energy in Atlantic Canada, from the highly promising offshore wind sector to the expanding onshore wind projects.
- Supply Chain Gaps & Opportunities: Understand the strengths, challenges, and gaps in the current wind energy supply chain and what it takes to develop a robust and competitive local industry.
- Strategies for Local Involvement: Learn how your business or community can engage in the burgeoning wind energy sector and maximize local benefits from both offshore and onshore wind projects.
- Pathways for Development: Discover actionable strategies to close the supply chain gaps, build strong partnerships, and expand workforce capacity to meet the demands of future wind energy projects.
Who Should Attend?
- Local suppliers and service providers with existing expertise in renewable energy or those looking to expand into the industry.
- Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and organizations interested in supporting the growth of wind energy.
- Government officials, policymakers, and community leaders involved in renewable energy development.
- Indigenous businesses and communities looking to explore new opportunities in the rapidly growing offshore and onshore wind energy markets.
Information sessions are presented by MRC, with support from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), Nova Scotia Department of Energy, and Prince Edward Island Energy Corporation.
Information sessions are free to attend and open to anyone interested in joining, but you must register.
MRC Mixers – Join us after the sessions for some networking!
Once the information sessions wrap up, stick around for an informal mixer at a local pub open to both MRC members and non-members! It’s the perfect chance to connect with industry leaders, fellow professionals, and key stakeholders in a relaxed and welcoming environment and continue the conversation. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to mingle and make meaningful connections!
- $25 – MRC members
- $50 – non-members
Mixer registration is available when registering for information sessions.
Information Session and MRC Mixer
Dates & Locations
Halifax, Nova Scotia
April 22 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm AT
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, NS
Saint John, New Brunswick
April 23 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm AT
Delta Hotel Saint John
39 King St, Saint John, NB
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
April 24 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm AT
Delta Hotels Prince Edward
18 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE
St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador
April 28 | 3:00pm – 5:00pm NT
Delta Hotels St. John’s Conference Centre
120 New Gower St, St. John’s, NL
SAC WEBINAR
WBE Canada’s Supplier Diversity Days are full-day in-person events designed to bring women-owned businesses, corporate and government organizations, partners and champions of supplier diversity together in cities across Canada. Attendees will learn about supplier diversity, economic challenges, and opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
Who Should Attend?
- Corporate & government professionals interested in supplier diversity
- Certified & non-certified women-owned businesses
- Supporters and champions of supplier diversity
Why Attend?
- Hear the latest updates on supplier diversity in Canada
- Engage in panel discussions on challenges & opportunities in corporate and government supply chains
- Participate in roundtable networking, where women entrepreneurs can pitch their products/services to buyers.
And much more!
Upcoming Training Opportunities from Gardiner Centre
The Gardiner Centre welcomes opportunities to work with members of Newfoundland and Labrador industry and professional associations. Our flexible training opportunities delivered both in person and live online facilitate learning that suits any schedule or location. In addition to the Open-Enrollment dates below, all courses and programs can be delivered in a customized offering for your organization.
Upcoming Training:
The Role of Human Resources in Cultivating Company Culture *IN PERSON* – April 7, 2025
Explore the breadth and complexity of the field of Human Resources and the role Human Resources professionals play in forming, fostering, and cultivating a positive company culture.
Building and Enhancing Workplace Relationships *ONLINE* – April 15, 2025
Develop a process to communicate more effectively to drive understanding, alignment, and outcomes with individuals and teams by gaining a better understanding of your behaviour style, and recognizing and adapting to the style of others.
Supervisory Management Skills Program: Functional Responsibilities of the Supervisor *IN PERSON* – April 21, 2025 – April 25, 2025
Manage diversity in the workplace, problem-solve more effectively and increase your leadership efficiency. This is a module in the Supervisory Management Skills Program.
Feel free to reach out to Pearce at [email protected] for more information.
Opportunities
Introducing the “Set Sail” Project!
Oceans Advance and COMPASS are excited to announce the “Set Sail” project! With this project, we aim to raise awareness of careers in the ocean/marine sector through hands on learning and experience and educate youth on choice of careers in the ocean/marine sector, including research, tech, engineering, transportation and environment.
The marine and ocean industries are brimming with potential. Students in this province are eager to make a difference and set sail on a career path in the ocean and marina sectors. The marine and ocean sectors are an essential part of Canada’s economy. We want to encourage youth to find their place.
This spring we will be talking to students throughout NL and tour educational institutions, visit companies for demonstrations on focus areas, host networking events, and perform follow-up evaluation to gauge opportunities. We’re excited to showcase the opportunities available in the marine industry.
If you or your organization would be interested in being involved or you would like some more information, please contact [email protected]
ICTC’s WIL Digital student wage subsidy program offering subsidies of up to $7000 per student returns this year with Summer applications being accepted beginning March 3.
ICTC’s WIL Digital program returns this summer, providing student wage subsidies of up to $7,000 for employers hiring post-secondary students in digital economy-related roles (e.g., software, digital marketing, and more).
The subsidy covers up to up to $7,000 (70%) for underrepresented students or up to $5,000 (50%) for other eligible student. The program is open to full-time and part-time students in full-time or part-time positions however international students are not eligible.
For more details contact Tim Perron at [email protected] or visit the WIL Digital Website.
CanExport SMEs and Oceantech R&D Partnering Delegation to France – June 2025 Call for Proposals
Expand Your Business with CanExport SMEs
The CanExport SMEs program, offered by Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service, helps small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) expand into new international markets by sharing costs for eligible business development activities. Successful applicants may receive up to $50,000 to support market expansion efforts.
The CanExport SMEs Program will be accepting applications, until May 31, 2025, at 5 pm EDT/6:30 pm NDT, for projects that begin on or after April 1, 2025.
Note:
- To better serve Canadian businesses and manage funding more efficiently, the CanExport SMEs program has made a number of changes to its guidelines, including a greater emphasis on export diversification, changes to eligible expenses, and new requirements for the validation of basic eligibility criteria.
- A new CanExport Applicant’s Guide will be available when the program is open to help guide applicants through the submission process. It is very important to follow the new guide when applying as program requirements have changed. CanExport SMEs Program: Applicant’s guide
Canadian ocean observation technology research and development partnering delegation to France
Global Affairs Canada, through the Canadian Embassy in France and in collaboration with Canada’s Ocean Supercluster (OSC) and the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP), invites you to apply to participate in the Canadian ocean observation technology research and development partnership delegation to France under the Canadian International Innovation Program (CIIP).
The partnership development activity (PDA) will take place in person from June 4, 2025 to June 13, 2025 in France.
Companies wishing to participate must submit their application no later than April 13, 2025.
Ocean Idea Challenge 2025
The Ocean Startup Project has launched applications for the 2025 Ocean Idea Challenge, supporting Canadian entrepreneurs, researchers, and technical experts in developing innovative solutions for key ocean challenges. Participants can receive up to $7,000 in funding, mentorship, and structured guidance to refine and validate their ideas.
Key areas of focus are: Renewable Ocean Energy, Sustainable Seafood, Decarbonized Marine Transportation, Marine Bioresources & Biotechnology, Autonomous Vessels & Robotics
The program is available to students, researchers, mid-career professionals, developers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. With the ideal solutions at a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 3 or lower.
Applications are open until April 9, 2025 with the program running from April 21 – July 4, 2025.
A final information session will take place on April 8 (EN)
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