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Welcome to Digital Nova Scotia, Jingwen!
The Digital Nova Scotia team is growing, we’ve added a new member to our team! Originally from Huai’an, China, Jingwen Bi came to Nova Scotia in 2015 for university. Proud to call Halifax her second…
Welcome to Digital Nova Scotia, Mac!
Please give a warm welcome to Mac Bagnell, a student from Dalhousie University who will be joining Digital Nova Scotia this fall! Currently studying at Dalhousie University completing a Bachelor of C…
Digital Nova Scotia’s Wins Volta’s Community Leader, Startup Ecosystem Impact Award
On September 24th, 2021, Volta’s annual Startup Ecosystem Impact Awards proudly recognized change-makers, founders and supporters who are transforming the startup ecosystem in Atlantic Canada. We are…
Welcome to Digital Nova Scotia, Lisa!
Please give a warm welcome to Lisa Coates, a student from Eastern College who will be joining Digital Nova Scotia this fall! Tell us about yourself! My background is unique; a 16-year veteran Realtor…
Finding the Right People: Challenges and Solutions in the Digital Economy
To be competitive in the global economy, the use of effective digital technologies is essential. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the need for digital skills and technologies, and innovative digital…
Welcome to Digital Nova Scotia, Sierra!
Please give a warm welcome to Sierra Gibson, a co-op student from Dalhousie University who will be joining Digital Nova Scotia this fall! Tell us about yourself! Although far from home in Toronto, I…
Welcome to Digital Nova Scotia, Laura!
Please give a warm welcome to Laura Jones, a co-op student from Dalhousie University who will be joining Digital Nova Scotia this fall as our Communications Coordinator! Tell us about yourself! I am…
Meet our Skills for Hire Students of the Month for August 2021!
The last year has been challenging for many people, and sometimes it takes something new and exciting to help get you out of a rut. That’s exactly what Skills for Hire was for our Nova Scotia student…
DNS Launches Get Into IT
Training program launches to support underrepresented youth to become active members of the province’s tech sector, and contribute to a diverse and innovative industry. AUGUST 20, 2021 - HALIFAX, NS…
Highlighting Last Years 2020 Winners: Mi'kmaw Economics Benefit Office (MEBO)
Mi’kmaw Economics Benefit Office (MEBO) has, time and time again, advocated and fought for diversity in the workplace and the development of inclusive hiring practices for Indigenous persons across N…
TDAP: A Game Changer for Tourism in Nova Scotia
For tourism operators, having a digital presence has proven to be a valuable asset, even essential during the COVID-19 pandemic. With travel restrictions loosening and borders opening, many people ac…
Highlighting Last Years 2020 Winners: Mrugakshee Palwe
Mrugakshee Palwe, the recipient of the 2020 Next Generation Leadership Award , has chosen to be a voice in one of tech’s newest and often misunderstood topics: blockchain and cryptocurrency. Moving f…
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