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Banking on AI: East Coast Credit Union’s Journey from Rural Roots to Digital Innovation

September 18, 2024

Established in 1933 in rural Nova Scotia with just 100 members, East Coast Credit Union has since grown to an organization with over 45,000 members. The secret to their success? They have increasingly leveraged technologies enabling their team to provide more effective and efficient services to their members when they need them. Recently, we spoke with Ken Shea, President and CEO, and Javier Lozano, Vice President of Technology and Innovation, [...]

Categories: Member News, News

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: August 2024

September 9, 2024

Canada The number of people employed increased in August by 22,100 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The rate of unemployment increased this month to 6.6%, its highest since September 2021. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+2,700), while the service sector saw growth of 19,500 jobs. Labour force: 21,994,600 (+82,500) Employment: 20,535,700 (+22,100) Atlantic Canada Employment grew at a strong pace in August, up from the previous [...]

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Welcome to Digital Nova Scotia, Sophie, Ben and Mahtab!

September 6, 2024

We’re excited to welcome three new co-op students this Fall! They’ll be joining our marketing and projects teams. Let’s get to know them a little better! Share a bit about yourself, Sophie! I was born and raised in Toronto and moved to Halifax to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce Co-op Degree at Dalhousie University, where I’m currently in my third year. I completed a marketing co-op in the aeros pace [...]

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The Year That Was: Digital Nova Scotia’s 2024 Annual General Meeting Recap

September 6, 2024

On September 5th, Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) hosted its Annual General Meeting and networking event, bringing together members and partners across the province. With events held in Halifax, New Glasgow, Mahone Bay, Sydney, and virtually, more than 100 attendees gathered to celebrate another successful year for DNS as we marked our 35th anniversary as a non-profit organization. With all of that in mind, we’d like to express a huge thank [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Events, News, Tech Industry

Bridging the Digital Divide: The Mission of GEO Nova Scotia

August 14, 2024

GEO Nova Scotia, a nonprofit organization founded in 2022, has quickly become a crucial player in addressing digital inclusion throughout the province. The organization was born out of a pressing need for online connectivity during the pandemic, and since its inception, it has been dedicated to ensuring all Nova Scotians have the resources needed to access the internet. Matt Spurway, the organization’s Executive Director, described how a provincially funded initiative [...]

Categories: Member News, Member Profiles, Members, News, Tech Industry

Digital Nova Scotia unveils $100k TechQuity Award to empower African Nova Scotians in tech

August 12, 2024

HALIFAX, NS – August 12, 2024 – Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is proud to announce the establishment of the Digital Nova Scotia TechQuity Award, an innovative educational scholarship designed to support African Nova Scotian students pursuing undergraduate studies in the technology sector. This landmark initiative made possible through a $100,000 endowment fund in collaboration with the Community Foundation of Nova Scotia (CFNS), underscores DNS’ commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion [...]

Categories: News, Students, Tech Industry

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: July 2024

August 12, 2024

Canada The number of people employed declined in July by 2,800 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The rate of unemployment saw no change from last month, remaining at 6.4%. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+12,100), while the service sector saw job reductions of 14,800. Labour force: 21,912,100 (-11,300) Employment: 20,513,600 (-2,800) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply in July, down from the previous month by 6,500 jobs. Part-time [...]

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Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Data Analytics | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois : Analyse de Données

August 8, 2024

As we embark on Skills for Hire Atlantic (SFHA) Cohort 5, we’re thrilled to introduce our first Data Analytics Students of the Month from this new cohort! These exceptional individuals have already demonstrated remarkable dedication and hard work, and we can’t wait to share their achievements. James Laurence Starting off with James Laurence, a recent graduate of the Data Analytics Program at Nova Scotia Community College. His journey into the [...]

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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: June 2024

July 10, 2024

Canada Fewer people were working in June as employment fell by 1,400 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 6.4%, reaching its highest point since January 2022. The goods-producing sector added jobs (+12,600), while the service sector saw job reductions of 14,100. Labour force: 21,923,400 (+40,400) Employment: 20,516,400 (-1,400) Atlantic Canada Employment rose during the month by 4,500 jobs. [...]

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Sparrow BioAcoustics’ Innovative Stethophone: Revolutionizing Early Disease Detection

June 28, 2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare technology, one company is making significant strides in acoustic diagnostic tools: Sparrow BioAcoustics. The medical software startup based in Newfoundland, Canada, is making waves with its groundbreaking development, the Stethophone. This innovative application turns any smartphone into a digital stethoscope, enabling users to monitor their heart and lung sounds with medical-grade precision. Recently, Sparrow BioAcoustics has been piloting the Stethophone in Ukraine, demonstrating [...]

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Nova Scotia’s tech sector impresses at North America’s largest tech conference

June 25, 2024

The Digital Nova Scotia team was in Toronto last week for Collision 2024, North America’s largest tech conference. This marked our third consecutive year attending the event, where we absorbed the latest innovations, supported our industry members and showcased the unique advantages of living and working in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia’s presence was particularly strong this year, with Invest Nova Scotia leading a delegation of 21 companies—the largest contingent of [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, News, Tech Industry

Bringing Indigenous Representation to the Tech Sector Table

June 14, 2024

Michael Hebert, Founder and CEO of Turtle Island Technology Solutions, is on a mission to increase Indigenous representation and diversity in the tech sector. Operating from the Millbrook First Nation, Hebert shares his journey and vision in All Hands on Tech episode 41: Bringing Indigenous Representation to the Tech Sector Table. Reflecting on his 25-year tech career, Hebert remarks, “I’ve never once worked with an Indigenous person,” a realization that [...]

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Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Cybersecurity | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois: Cybersécurité

June 13, 2024

Français en bas The conclusion of Cohort 4 in the Skills for Hire Atlantic cybersecurity program represents a significant achievement. We are delighted to recognize the exceptional efforts of our final three students of the month from this cohort! Their unwavering dedication, commitment, and genuine passion for mastering cybersecurity have been remarkably commendable. Witnessing their growth and progress throughout the program has been a source of immense joy and satisfaction! [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, News, Projects & Programs, Students, Tech Industry

Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Data Analytics | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois : Analyse de Données

June 13, 2024

Français en bas The Skills for Hire Atlantic Cohort 4 has officially come to an end and we are super excited to highlight the final three data analytics students of the month from this Cohort! All these students have shown immense hard work and dedication throughout the 20 week program, watching their growth has been a pleasure! Laura MacPhee Our first student of the month, Laura MacPhee, is originally from [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, News, Projects & Programs, Students, Tech Industry

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: May 2024

June 10, 2024

Canada Employment rose during the month by 26,700 jobs. Part-time jobs increased while full-time jobs declined. The unemployment rate moved higher in the month to 6.2%, reaching its highest point since January 2022. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in May (-20,700), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 47,400 jobs. Labour force: 21,883,000 (+54,500) Employment: 20,517,800 (+26,700) Atlantic Canada Employment fell sharply in May, down from the previous month [...]

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