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Creating Inclusive Cultures: An Opportunity for Nova Scotia’s Tech Leaders

August 26, 2025

At Digital Nova Scotia, we know our province’s tech sector is small but mighty. With rapid growth and global connections, Nova Scotia has a unique opportunity: to build workplaces that don’t just hire diverse talent, but empower people to thrive. Why diversity matters here at home Our research shows what many already know from experience: when teams are more diverse, they’re more innovative, more resilient, and better positioned to solve [...]

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Atlantic Game Studios Set to Level Up at World’s Largest Gaming Expo

July 15, 2025

Atlantic Game Studios Set to Level Up at World’s Largest Gaming Expo Global Stage Awaits: Applications Open for Gamescom 2025 Trade Mission HALIFAX, NS, July 7, 2025 – Atlantic Canada’s game developers have a chance to take their games global this summer as Digital Nova Scotia opens applications for its Gamescom 2025 trade mission, sending 15 local studios to the world’s biggest video game event in Germany this August. Studios [...]

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A Huge Thank You to Our 2025 Winter Skills for Hire Volunteers

June 26, 2025

Our 2025 winter cohort has come to a close. While we send congratulations to all of our graduating participants, we wanted to take a moment to thank our dedicated volunteers who offer their time and expertise to make our Skills for Hire program a more meaningful and transformative experience. Their insight and encouragement are what truly power this initiative and help shape the future of Nova Scotia’s tech talent. During [...]

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Skills for Hire Atlantic Students of the Month – May 2025

June 12, 2025

We’re thrilled to, once again, shine a spotlight on the outstanding learners in our Cybersecurity & Data Analytics cohort of the Skills For Hire Atlantic program! Each month, we celebrate students who go above and beyond—demonstrating curiosity, commitment, and a passion for growing their skills in this high-demand field! Tenille Doucet – Cybersecurity Stream With more than 25 years in the education sector, Tenille Doucet has built a career rooted in helping others [...]

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Exploring AI Excellence: Highlights from Our AI Microcredentials Program

November 27, 2024

As the first three streams of our AI Microcredentials program—Marketing and Communications, Manufacturing, and Project Management—come to a close, we’re thrilled to celebrate the achievements of our participants. Thanks to this program—a collaborative effort between Digital Nova Scotia and St. Francis Xavier University— these innovative professionals have learned to embrace the transformative power of AI, using their new skills to drive innovation and solve real-world challenges in their industries! Discover [...]

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2024 Tech Forward Award Finalists

November 7, 2024

Meet our 2024 Tech Finalists! Talent Champion Award: sponsored by HumanKind Global Recruitment: Celebrates a company or organization that has gone above and beyond when it comes to tech talent, encouraging best hiring practices, creating positive workplaces, and showcasing Nova Scotia as a desirable location for career growth. This organization leads the charge when it comes to not only hiring talent but retaining them. Venor Venor specializes in strategic recruitment, executive [...]

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Skills For Hire Students Of The Month: Data Analytics | Compétences À Embaucher Étudiant Du Mois: Analyse des Données

October 8, 2024

Français en bas We are pleased to share three students of the month from our Data Analytics cohort for Skills for Hire Atlantic! Dawn Mulligan (She/ Her) Dawn is an experienced technology worker who worked in IT for most of her adult life. She’s naturally curious and loves to learn, so IT is a great field for Dawn. Originally Dawn comes from PEI but spent 20 years living away, before [...]

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Skills For Hire Students Of The Month: Cybersecurity | Compétences À Embaucher Étudiant Du Mois: Cybersécurité

October 8, 2024

Français en bas We are thrilled to introduce the Cyber Security Students of the Month from September! These exceptional individuals have already demonstrated remarkable dedication and hard work, and we can’t wait to share their achievements. Elspeth Humble (She/ Her) Elspeth has had a myriad of jobs over the years including graphic designer, casino dealer, HR administrator, and travel agent but found herself becoming interested in the tech sector when [...]

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Digital Nova Scotia partners with WatSPEED to upskill the digital economy

July 29, 2024

Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) has partnered with WatSPEED to bring learning and development opportunities to more than 300 organizations within Nova Scotia’s technology sectors. This initiative will offer specialized training for leaders, teams, and professionals who work in Nova Scotia’s digital economy, providing cutting-edge educational resources at the intersection of technology and business. “As our digital landscape evolves, so does the need for advanced skills,” said Sanjeev Gill, associate vice-president, [...]

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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! [...]

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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 [...]

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

May 8, 2024

Français en bas Welcome back to the Student of the Month blog series, where we take a moment to shine the light on our students’ outstanding achievements and the effort they’ve put into the program. This month for Cybersecurity, we first have Priscilla Phuong Nguyen! PRISCILLA PHUONG NGUYEN Priscilla currenlty works as a software developer in Fredericton, NB. She graduated with the Highest Academic Standing Award from the IT: Programmer [...]

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Applications now open for Digital Nova Scotia’s free career-building program

April 15, 2024

Get ready to launch your career in the tech industry with Skills for Hire Atlantic, a no-cost career-building program offering comprehensive training in data analytics and cybersecurity. In collaboration with Bluedrop Learning Networks and funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Adult Learning, Literacy, and Essential Skills Program, Skills for Hire Atlantic is designed to address the increasing demand for skilled entry-level talent. But it’s not just about acquiring [...]

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

April 4, 2024

Français en bas The next students chosen for Student of The Month (Cybersecurity) for February are Arquimedes Mosquea, Soufiane Aderdour, and Lesia Filippova. All three of these cybersecurity students have been outstanding in their classes and have demonstrated the level needed to become Student Of The Month. ARQUIMEDES MOSQUEA Arqui Mosquea holds a MBA along with a Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising. With a focus onCreativity & Management, Arqui has developed a [...]

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

March 12, 2024

Français en bas The next students chosen for Student of The Month (Cybersecurity) for February are Carlos Daniel Gomez Miranda, Julio Santos, and Martin Poirier. All three of these cybersecurity students have been outstanding in their classes and have demonstrated the level needed to become Student Of The Month. CARLOS DANIEL GOMEZ MIRANDA Our first cybersecurity student is Carlos Daniel Gomez Miranda. Carlos hails from Mexico with a background in [...]

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