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Atlantic Labour Market Brief: September 2024

October 25, 2024

Canada The number of people employed increased in September by 46,700 jobs. Full-time jobs increased alongside fewer part-time. The unemployment rate declined slightly in September to 6.5%. The goods-producing sector lost jobs in September (-3,600), while the services-producing sector saw growth of 50,200 jobs. Labour force: 22,010,500 (+15,900) Employment: 20,582,400 (+46,700) Atlantic Canada The Atlantic Region experienced a reduction in employment in the month, shedding 100 jobs. Full-time jobs [...]

Categories: Government, Labour Market Information, News, Report & Resources, Tech Industry

Unlocking Atlantic Canada’s Potential with Artificial Intelligence: A Snapshot from the Atlantic Economic Council

October 23, 2024

The September 2024 edition of Atlantic Industry Watch shines a spotlight on the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Atlantic Canada’s economy. As industries across the globe continue to embrace AI, the Atlantic provinces are no exception. From energy management to creative industries, AI is transforming businesses, driving productivity, and positioning the region to compete in a rapidly advancing technological landscape. AI Adoption: Where We Stand and Where We’re [...]

Categories: News, Report & Resources, Tech Industry

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 [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Events, Member News, Member Profiles, Members, News, Projects & Programs, Students, Tech Industry

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 [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Events, Member News, Member Profiles, Members, News, Projects & Programs, Students, Tech Industry

Excellence in Tech: Digital Nova Scotia Unveils 2024 Tech Forward Awards Finalists

September 26, 2024

HALIFAX, NS – Digital Nova Scotia is excited to announce the finalists for the 2024 Tech Forward Awards, presented by RBC! This event celebrates excellence, innovation, and diversity in Nova Scotia’s ICT and digital technologies sector. The awards will be presented on November 7th, 2024, at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. With eight unique categories, the 2024 finalists represent the best in talent, innovation, and inclusion across Nova Scotia’s tech [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Events, Member News, Members, News, Tech Industry

Halifax ranked 5th in North America’s up-and-coming tech talent markets

September 20, 2024

Halifax ranked 5th in North America’s up-and-coming tech talent markets. In Canada last year, tech talent jobs increased by 1.7% or 18,400, led by tech management and computer support positions across all industries. How does Halifax stack up? According to the 2024 CRBE Scoring Tech Talent report, Halifax has seen a 64.2% growth in tech over the last 5 years. The CRBE Scoring Tech Talent report is an annual publication [...]

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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 [...]

Categories: Labour Market Information, News

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 [...]

Categories: Labour Market Information, News

Uniting the Tech Community: DevOpsDays Halifax Brings Innovation and Networking to Atlantic Canada

August 6, 2024

DevOpsDays, an internationally acclaimed series of technical conferences, is coming to Halifax for the first time August 21 and 22. Spearheaded by local tech professionals Dewan Ahmed, Nahrin Jalal, Matt Joy, and Seif Elbayomi, this event is set to create a significant impact on the region’s technology landscape. DevOpsDays originated in Ghent, Belgium, in 2009. It was born from the need for a dedicated platform where DevOps professionals could come [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Events, Tech Industry

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. [...]

Categories: Labour Market Information, News

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 [...]

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

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 [...]

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