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Atlantic Canadian Fintech companies invited to join mission to Fintech Meetup Europe 2026
Atlantic Canadian Fintech Companies Invited to Join Mission to Fintech Meetup Europe 2026 Atlantic Fintech , in partnership with Venn Innovation , is recruiting Atlantic Canadian fintech companies to…
New landmark study reveals Nova Scotia’s digital economy has become one of the province’s biggest economic drivers
New landmark study reveals Nova Scotia’s digital economy has become one of the province’s biggest economic drivers Sector now employs nearly as many people as public administration, forestry, fishing…
Nominations now open, tickets on sale for the 10th annual Tech Forward Awards, presented by Tech@RBC
Digital Nova Scotia is thrilled to announce the return of the Tech Forward Awards —celebrating a milestone 10th year of recognizing the people, companies and ideas driving Nova Scotia’s thriving tech…
Applications open for Digital Nova Scotia’s 2026 TechQuity Award
Across Nova Scotia, efforts to improve representation and access in STEM and technology education continue to grow—from provincial initiatives and post-secondary supports to community-led programs fo…
AI Export Bootcamp to help Atlantic Canadian SMEs reach global markets faster
Canadian companies are diversifying into new markets, and those that can spot opportunities early and respond quickly have the advantage. For more and more businesses, artificial intelligence is beco…
As cyber risk accelerates, Digital Nova Scotia is training for what comes next
Cybersecurity is no longer a background concern for governments and businesses. According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), cybersecurity is now one of the fastest-accelerating global risks, driven…
New partnership with Sterling Brokers delivers flexible, scalable employee benefits and group retirement plans for Nova Scotia’s tech sector
Halifax, NS — January 26, 2026 — Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is pleased to announce a new member-exclusive benefit in partnership with Sterling Brokers LTD. , giving DNS member organizations access to…
Different Starting Points, Real Impact: What We’re Seeing from the Google Prompting Scholarship Program
At Digital Nova Scotia, we dedicate a significant amount of time to advancing AI initiatives, supporting companies in developing new products, exploring emerging technologies, and driving innovation…
A Year of Impact: How Digital Nova Scotia Helped Power Provincial Growth in 2025
In an industry that moves as fast as ours, it’s important to pause and recognize what we’ve accomplished before we rush into what’s next. At Digital Nova Scotia, we believe strong digital skills, thr…
Digital Nova Scotia and Life Sciences Nova Scotia sign MOU to accelerate digital health and life sciences innovation
Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) and Life Sciences Nova Scotia (LSNS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deepen collaboration and advance Nova Scotia’s growing digital health and life scienc…
Innovation takes centre stage: 2025 Tech Forward Award winners announced
It was a record-breaking year of bold ideas, big wins and industry-changing talent.
How Nova Scotia Professionals Are Turning AI Skills into Real-World Impact
Artificial intelligence isn’t coming — it’s here, and it’s transforming the way we work across every sector. Last year, Nova Scotia professionals got a front-row seat to this transformation through o…
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