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New landmark study reveals Nova Scotia’s digital economy has become one of the province’s biggest economic drivers

June 15, 2026

New landmark study reveals Nova Scotia’s digital economy has become one of the province’s biggest economic drivers Sector now employs nearly as many people as public administration, forestry, fishing and agriculture combined HALIFAX, NS — June 15, 2026 — A first-of-its-kind study released today by Digital Nova Scotia reveals Nova Scotia’s digital economy has quietly become one of the province’s most important economic engines—now accounting for more than 11% of [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: December 2025

January 21, 2026

Canada The country experienced growth in employment in December, amounting to 8,200 jobs, making it the fourth consecutive monthly gain. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 6.8%. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+8,000), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 100 jobs. Labour force: 22,694,400 (+81,000) Employment: 21,143,700 (+8,200) Atlantic Canada The number of people employed declined in December by [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: November 2025

December 9, 2025

Canada Employment grew in the latest month by 53,600 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The unemployment rate fell in the month to 6.5%, reaching The goods-producing sector added jobs (+11,000), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 42,800 jobs. Labour force: 22,613,400 (-25,700) Employment: 21,135,500 (+53,600) Atlantic Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in November, up from the prior month by 7,700 jobs. The growth [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: October 2025

November 13, 2025

Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in October, up from the prior month by 66,600 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The unemployment rate fell in the month to 6.9%, influenced by the solid job gains. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in October (-1,100), while the services producing sector saw growth of 67,600 jobs. Labour force: 22,639,100 (+17,300) Employment: 21,081,000 (+66,600) Atlantic Canada Employment declined during [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: September 2025

October 15, 2025

Canada Employment rose during the month by 60,400 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 7.1%. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+42,000), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 18,400 jobs. Labour force: 22,621,800 (+72,300) Employment: 21,015,300 (+60,400) Atlantic Canada The Atlantic Region experienced growth in employment in September, amounting to 2,900 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: August 2025

September 9, 2025

Canada Employment declined during the month by 65,500 jobs. The job reductions occurred in both full-time and part-time positions. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 7.1%, reaching its highest point since July 2021. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+1,700), while the service sector saw job reductions of 67,200. Labour force: 22,549,500 (-31,200) Employment: 20,954,900 (-65,500) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply in August, down from the previous [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: July 2025

August 14, 2025

Canada The number of people employed declined in July by 40,800 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 6.9%. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in July (-29,000), while the service sector saw job reductions of 11,900. Labour force: 22,580,700 (-33,000) Employment: 21,020,400 (-40,800) Atlantic Canada More people were working in July, with the addition of 4,700 [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: June 2025

July 15, 2025

Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in June, up from the prior month by 83,100 jobs. The growth occurred in both full-time and part-time positions, though primarily part-time. The unemployment rate declined slightly in June to 6.9%, influenced by the solid job gains. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+10,100), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 73,100 jobs. Labour force: 22,613,700 (+61,000) Employment: 21,061,200 (+83,100) Atlantic Canada Employment [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: May 2025

June 11, 2025

Canada Employment rose during the month by 8,800 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The unemployment rate increased slightly in May to 7.0%, reaching its highest point since August 2021. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in May (-13,000), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 21,800 jobs. Labour force: 22,552,700 (+35,300) Employment: 20,978,100 (+8,800) Atlantic Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in May, up from the prior [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: April 2025

May 16, 2025

Canada The country experienced growth in employment in April, amounting to 7,400 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 6.9%, reaching its highest point since September 2021. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in April (-33,000), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 40,300 jobs. Labour force: 22,517,400 (+46,700) Employment: 20,969,300 (+7,400) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply in April, down from [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: February 2025

March 10, 2025

Canada More people were working in February, with the addition of 1,100 jobs, making it the seventh consecutive monthly gain. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 6.6%. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in February (-19,500), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 20,600 jobs. Labour force: 22,467,200 (-16,800) Employment: 20,994,500 (+1,100) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: January 2025

February 10, 2025

Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in January, up from the prior month by 76,000 jobs, making it the sixth consecutive monthly gain. The growth occurred in both full-time and part-time positions. The unemployment rate fell in the month to 6.6%, influenced by the solid job gains. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+53,600), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 22,500 jobs. Labour force: 22,484,000 (+61,200) Employment: 20,993,400 (+76,000) [...]

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Occupational Outlook 2024-2026, Nova Scotia

January 20, 2025

Each Year, Service Canada Forecasts Nova Scotia’s Job Market: Updated Outlook for 2024-2026 Service Canada has released its latest three-year occupational employment prospects for Nova Scotia, providing insight into job growth, attrition, and employment opportunities across the province. The 2024-2026 analysis is based on macroeconomic, demographic, and industry trends, as well as occupation-specific factors influencing labour demand. This report outlines the key highlights, including opportunities in the IT sector, healthcare, [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: December 2024

January 10, 2025

Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in December, up from the prior month by 90,900 jobs, making it the fifth consecutive monthly gain. The growth occurred in both full-time and part-time positions. The unemployment rate declined slightly in December to 6.7%, influenced by the solid job gains. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+22,500), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 68,400 jobs. Labour force: 22,230,400 (+66,700) Employment: 20,738,300 (+90,900) [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: November 2024

December 10, 2024

Canada Employment grew in the latest month by 50,500 jobs, making it the fourth consecutive monthly gain. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 6.8%, reaching its highest point since September 2021. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in November (-20,800), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 71,500 jobs. Labour force: 22,163,700 (+137,800) Employment: 20,647,400 (+50,500) Atlantic Canada Employment expanded at [...]

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