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Excellence in Tech: Digital Nova Scotia Unveils 2024 Tech Forward Awards Finalists
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…
Breaking Barriers: The Power of Accessibility and Authenticity with Clarity Web Design Studio
As businesses continue to grow their online presence, one critical issue remains at the forefront: accessibility. With nearly one in five Canadians identifying as having a disability, ensuring that w…
Banking on AI: East Coast Credit Union's Journey from Rural Roots to Digital Innovation
Established in 1933 in rural Nova Scotia with just 100 members, East Coast Credit Union has since grown to an organization with over 45,000 members. The secret to their success? They have increasingl…
QuickFacts Raises $2M to Accelerate Software Expansion Across North America
HALIFAX, NS – August 15, 2024 - QuickFacts, an insurtech startup dedicated to enhancing efficiency in the insurance industry, is pleased to announce the successful closure of an oversubscribed $2 mil…
Bridging the Digital Divide: The Mission of GEO Nova Scotia
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 ne…
A New Era in Emergency Response: The Rise of ESO
Innovation often sparks when individuals recognize that something can be done better. Such was the case with Chris Dillie in Austin, Texas. As a Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Coordinator for…
Matters of Data Launches Game-Changing Soft Skills Program for Data Professionals
Amid a noticeable shift in the data industry, Matters of Data , a Halifax-based consultancy, has unveiled an innovative new program, Soft Skills for Data Professionals . While technical expertise is…
VERB: 20 Years of Client Partnership and Innovation in Digital Marketing
VERB Interactive , a prominent player in the digital marketing space, has built a reputation for delivering 360-degree marketing solutions for its clients, which range from ferry services to destinat…
Sparrow BioAcoustics' Innovative Stethophone: Revolutionizing Early Disease Detection
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 Newfoun…
Streamlining Success with Virtually Connected Solutions
As the founder of Virtually Connected Solutions , Kate Sullivan has leveraged her extensive experience in corporate administration and online business management to create an agency that specializes…
How Autism Nova Scotia is Using Technology to Lead the Charge for Change
A Nova Scotian non-profit organization is harnessing the power of technology to create new opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum. Autism Nova Scotia , established in 2002, is at the fo…
Rumin8 Group: Thoughtful Consulting for Transformative Change
Rumin8 Group , led by founder and CEO Dave Reynolds, is making significant strides in the consulting industry with a unique Socratic approach that uncovers hidden opportunities for growth and empower…
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