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Mariner’s SHIFT Energy Welcomes Dieter Megert as VP, Business Development – Western Canada & Western United States

September 10, 2025

Saint John, NB – September 3 – SHIFT Energy, a world leader in predictive control technology for chilled water plants and HVAC systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dieter Megert, as Vice President, Business Development – Western Canada & Western United States. With more than 30 years of experience in building automation and HVAC systems, and nearly two decades leading high-performing sales teams, Dieter brings deep technical expertise and strategic [...]

Categories: Member News, Members, Tech Industry

Less Paper, More Power: Inside Precision Digital’s Atlantic Expansion

September 10, 2025

When most people think of tech, they imagine lines of code, sleek devices, or cutting-edge software. But the backbone of digital transformation often starts with something more foundational, managing and unlocking the value of information stored on paper. That’s where Precision Digital excels. Founded in 2009 on Prince Edward Island, Precision Digital has grown from a small local operation into a specialized document management and digitization company serving clients across [...]

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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 [...]

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

Atlantic AI Companies Set to Showcase Innovation on National Stage in Montréal

September 4, 2025

Halifax, NS – September 4, 2025 – Atlantic Canadian AI companies are gearing up to take centre stage at ALL IN 2025, Canada’s largest artificial intelligence event, happening September 24–25 in Montréal. Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is leading a trade mission that will showcase 15 of the region’s most promising AI-focused companies to investors, global partners, and industry leaders. The two-day conference draws 4,000+ participants and 200+ speakers from across [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, News

Apply for the Launch Export 2025-26 Cohort Today!

September 2, 2025

Launch Export Atlantic Incubator: Helping Your Atlantic Canadian Business Get Export Ready The Launch Export Atlantic Incubator is an export readiness program that builds the export capacity of small businesses in Atlantic Canada with the goal of enabling long-term economic growth in the region. This program will help you find the answers you need and support you as you learn along the way. Program Benefits With the support of the [...]

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The State of Tech in Newfoundland and Labrador: Report Release & Sector Insights

September 2, 2025

Newfoundland and Labrador’s technology sector is a growing driver of the provincial economy, contributing $1.8 billion in 2023 and employing nearly 10,000 people. Commissioned by techNL and produced by The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University, this report provides the most comprehensive analysis to date of the province’s tech sector — including its economic impact, workforce trends, diversity, and emerging issues. Download the full report to explore the data and insights shaping the future [...]

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Shortstop: Blending Creativity, Technology, and Community to Solve Real Problems

September 2, 2025

Shortstop may be a small agency, but they’re making big impacts in the marketing and tech space in Halifax. Co-founded by Peter Woodward and Sam Archibald in 2021, the company is a unique blend of traditional marketing and deeper technical offerings. We had the opportunity to speak with Peter, about his part in the creation of Shortstop. Peter’s path to Shortstop began in software development before moving into marketing, where [...]

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gamescom 2025 excites the community worldwide and sets new standards

August 28, 2025

This summer, we partnered with the Trade Commissioner Service Canada to support the presence of an Atlantic Canadian delegation of gaming studios at gamescom 2025 in Cologne, Germany. Checkout the gallery below! gamescom is the world’s leading event for the gaming community and industry. gamescom 2025 was bigger and more diverse than ever before. It achieved new records for exhibitors, internationality and exhibition space. 357,000 visitors from 128 countries came [...]

Categories: DNS Updates, Events, Export & Trade, Tech Industry