Public Sector Innovation Show - Atlantic

• Dive into strategies to build trust and confidence in data
• Explore the art of making informed decisions using high-quality data
• Delve into techniques to build data literacy to improve the use of analytics
• Uncover ways of using data to better anticipate needs and plan for the future

Josh Weston, Director, Data Strategy, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions, Government of Nova Scotia

Greg Landry, Senior Project Executive, Strategic Foresight, Office of Planning and Priorities

Jennifer Guitard, Executive Director (Acting), Corporate Services, Public Service Commission, Government of Nova Scotia

Moderator: Jill Casey, Executive Director, Data Management, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions, Government of Nova Scotia

• Navigate through the avenues of elevating data literacy and analytics capabilities within New Brunswick’s governmental framework

• Discover how to leverage high-quality data for making decisions that are both informed and impactful, enhancing the effectiveness of public service delivery

• Unveil the potential of data-driven customization to meet the unique needs of our communities, ensuring services are tailored and responsive

• Explore the essential practices of data governance to protect against breaches and ensure the integrity and security of our digital infrastructure

• Learn how to overcome the barriers to digital access
• Examine how to harness technology and innovative approaches to reach marginalized and remote communities
• Explore the power of public-private partnerships in bridging the digital divide.

Jean Flynn, Executive Director, Digital Culture, Strategy & Performance, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions (CSDS), Government of Nova Scotia

Matt Spurway, Executive Director, GEO Nova Scotia

Dawn Stegen, Executive Director, Nova Scotia Accessibility Directorate, Department of Justice

Brett Tackaberry, Principal Architect, Google Cloud

• Understand how innovation and tradition can coexist harmoniously
• Discover how a clear vision can guide the transformation process and ensure that it aligns with your organization’s long-term goals
• Uncover strategies to engage and collaborate with stakeholders, ensuring a smoother transition and broader buy-in.

Jason Rideout, Program Executive, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions, Government of Nova Scotia

Dorothy Eng, Chief Executive Officer, Code for Canada

Trevor Flynn, Account Technology Strategist, Microsoft

1. Innovation in Community and Employee Engagement

Facilitated by: Kyle Wierks, Senior Account Executive, Thought Exchange

Sonya Horsburgh, Director of Adult Education, Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration

2. Citizen Engagement in the Digital Era: Building Bridges for Collaboration & Participation 

Facilitated by: Jonathan Benett, Chief, Global Government Solutions, Adobe

3. Building a Future-Ready IT Infrastructure for Government Operations

Facilitated by: Cloudflare

4. Strengthening Cyber Resilience and Incident Response in the Government Sector in the Digital Era

Facilitated by: Allan Macdonald, Systems Engineer, Palo Alto

5. Enabling Digital Citizen Engagement and Experience in Government Services

Facilitated by: Kevin Fournier, Senior Account Executive, Microsoft

6. How Organizations Can Use Human Centered Design Principles to Create Inclusive, Secure and User-Friendly Services

Facilitated by: Graham MacDougall, Senior Consultant and Service Design Lead, Barrington Group

Nitin Jain, Partner, Barrington Group

7. Overcoming barriers to AI adoption

Facilitated by: Ron Scott, Account Manager, Public Sector Atlantic Canada, Google

8. Rethinking Responsible AI in Government and Public Sector (GPS) – Data Modernization

Facilitated by: Biren Agnihotri, Digital Engineering and AI & Data Leader, EY

• Case study learnings from ongoing projects, such as the digital transformation of the social development department
• Gain valuable insights into the current strategies employed to ensure that government services are inclusive and accessible to all
• Explore methods and best practices for actively involving end-users in the design and development of digital government services
• Understand how co-creation and feedback can lead to services that better meet the needs of the public.

Kaylyn Brassington, Senior Service Designer, Human Centred Service Design, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions, Government of Nova Scotia

Lisa MacDonald, Senior User Researcher, Human Centred Service Design, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions, Government of Nova Scotia

Rachelle Dyer, Junior Service Designer, Human Centred Service Design, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions, Government of Nova Scotia

Meagan Harris, Team Lead, Education and Early Childhood Development

Moderator: Gab Kelly, Acting Director, Human Centred Service Design, Cyber Security and Digital Solutions, Government of Nova Scotia

• Hear how to optimize AI for service enhancement and decision-making
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the risks associated with AI bias and discrimination
• Engage in a thought-provoking discussion on embedding ethical AI policies and practices

Christopher Clissold, Chief Information Officer, Director General IT, IM Administration and Privacy, Department of Veterans Affairs

Scott McKenna, Chief Information Officer, Nova Scotia Health Authority

Rita Orji, Canada Research Chair in Persuasive Technology, Faculty of Computer Science, Dalhousie University

Hesham Fahmy, Chief Information Officer, Telus