New partnership with Sterling Brokers delivers flexible, scalable employee benefits and group retirement plans for Nova Scotia’s tech sector

Halifax, NS — January 26, 2026 — Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is pleased to announce a new member-exclusive benefit in partnership with Sterling Brokers LTD., giving DNS member organizations access to best-fit employee benefits and group retirement plans designed for technology companies of one or one thousand employees — so leaders can focus on building teams, not managing benefits.This new offering provides DNS members with flexible, competitively-priced benefit solutions that reduce administrative burden while helping companies attract and retain top talent — from entrepreneurs to scaling global teams.“As our member companies grow, attracting and retaining top tech talent becomes more challenging, and employee benefits play a critical role,” said DNS CEO, Owen Sagness. “At the same time, many leaders are heads down building their businesses, so we’re proud to partner with Sterling Brokers to make employee benefits simpler, saving time, reducing costs and delivering real value for our members.”“At Sterling Brokers, we specialize in tech-savvy employee benefits solutions tailored for Digital Nova Scotia's innovative members," said Tracy Arsenault, Senior Account Executive. "Our efficient, streamlined approach saves busy tech leaders time and reduces costs, so they can focus on growth while attracting top talent with competitive, high-value plans.”Through this partnership, DNS member organizations gain access to employee benefits built specifically for the realities of Nova Scotia tech companies, including:

• Customized employee benefit plans tailored to your company’s size, structure, and workforce
• Full-service plan management, with Sterling handling setup, onboarding, updates, and ongoing administration
• Competitive pricing and fast implementation, helping companies offer meaningful benefits sooner
• Flexible plans that scale, supporting solo founders, growing teams, and multinational businesses
• Global coverage and expert support, for companies with employees in Nova Scotia and beyond

This employee benefits offering is available exclusively to Digital Nova Scotia member organizations. Already a DNS member?Request a free quote today. Not yet a member? Learn more about DNS membership and the benefits of joining at https://digitalnovascotia.com/membership/.About Digital Nova Scotia Digital Nova Scotia is the industry association representing Nova Scotia’s technology sector. DNS connects the digital community, promotes sector successes, and leads skills development to help the industry grow and thrive. Its members range from startups and SMEs to multinational corporations, academic institutions, government, and nonprofits. About Sterling Brokers LTD. Sterling Brokers is a national employee benefits firm built for modern employers. Sterling’s complimentary, cloud‑based benefits administration platform digitizes enrollment and integrates smoothly with HR workflows, cutting busywork for lean teams. Offering benefits for groups of 1 to 1,000+ employees and backed by an experienced team based in Atlantic Canada with team members across the globe, they handle the complexity of benefits so management can stay focused on building and scaling their business.Media Contact: Digital Nova Scotia Ashley Field Marketing & Communications Manager ashley@digitalnovascotia.com