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Digital Nova Scotia Welcomes Newest Members to Board of Directors
At the 2024 Annual General Meeting, Digital Nova Scotia proudly introduced four new members to its Board of Directors, each bringing a wealth of experience, leadership, and innovation to 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…
Atlantic Labour Market Brief: August 2024
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Welcome to Digital Nova Scotia, Sophie, Ben and Mahtab!
We’re excited to welcome three new co-op students this Fall! They’ll be joining our marketing and projects teams. Let’s get to know them a little better! Share a bit about yourself , Sophie! I was bo…
The Year That Was: Digital Nova Scotia's 2024 Annual General Meeting Recap
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 Glasgo…
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…
Digital Nova Scotia unveils $100k TechQuity Award to empower African Nova Scotians in tech
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…
Atlantic Labour Market Brief: July 2024
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Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Data Analytics | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois : Analyse de Données
As we embark on Skills for Hire Atlantic (SFHA) Cohort 5, we're thrilled to introduce our first Data Analytics Students of the Month from this new cohort! These exceptional individuals have already d…
Atlantic Labour Market Brief: June 2024
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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…
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