News
Explore the latest news, stories and insights from Nova Scotia’s digital community—featuring our members, our sector and the ideas shaping what’s next.
News articles

Turtle Island Technology Solutions: Championing Indigenous representation in IT
In 2023, Turtle Island Technology Solutions came onto the tech scene as not just an IT firm, but as a dedicated advocate for Indigenous representation in an industry often lacking in diversity. Found…

Sparrow BioAcoustics Announces the Launch of Stethophone™ - Future of Personalized Heart Care
Sparrow BioAcoustics [Sparrow], a pioneer in the field of bioacoustics technology, announces the launch of Stethophone™, a groundbreaking advancement in personalized heart health, exclusively on Vale…

Clarity Web Design Studio: Empowering women entrepreneurs while prioritizing functionality and inclusivity
Clarity Web Design Studio is committed to female empowerment and inclusivity in the digital realm. Founded in 2015 as Bright Webs by visionary Steph Sedgwick, this female-led agency has undergone a r…

Explore Nova Scotia’s Video Gaming History at New Exhibit in Stellarton
From iconic video game classics to local innovations, two new immersive exhibits in Nova Scotia promise an unforgettable exploration of gaming’s past, present and future, taking visitors through the…

Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Cybersecurity | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois: Cybersécurité
Français en bas The next three students who have demonstrated their dedication, passion and have stood out overall, come from the cybersecurity stream. These students have navigated the cybersecurity…

Skills for Hire Student of the Month: Data Analytics | Compétences à Embaucher Étudiant du Mois : Analyse de Données
Français en bas With the launch of cohort 4 being well into the first month, the Skills For Hire Atlantic team is super excited to share our first three outstanding data analytics students who have c…

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: January 2024
[button link="https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/LmiBrief-MTEnBref-AT-2024-01-EN-Final.pdf" label="English"] [button link="https://digitalnovascotia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/…

Digital Nova Scotia's Skills for Hire Atlantic program featured at Cannexus24
At the premier Cannexus24 conference in January, Digital Nova Scotia's (DNS) Skills for Hire Atlantic (SFHA) program shone brightly as DNS Project Manager Judith Dardon and EnPoint CEO Chantal Brine…

LeaseFriendly: Revolutionizing the Rental Experience in Canada
LeaseFriendly proudly embraces the mission of fostering stronger relationships between landlords and tenants through its new property technology solution, launching in March 2024 . This concept emerg…

Here is how DNS is implementing WEF’s top 6 strategies for a future-ready workforce
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, the workforce landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. According to the World Economic Forum's (WEF) Future of Jobs Report 2023 , almos…

Expert Series: Building a Startup in 2024: De-risking the Journey
These guest blogs are written by leaders in our sector, sharing their expertise and insights through the DNS platform. This edition has been written by Charlotte Murray, Chief Coaching Officer with P…

Chalder Consulting: Bridging gaps in IT Projects with expert resources and tailored solutions
Whether migrating more than 500 servers from one datacenter to another or building a new customer loyalty program for a major enterprise client, Chalder Consulting is your partner for success, offeri…

Digital Nova Scotia Memberships
Join our community!
With over 400 members and a growing community of 10,000 tech professionals, including leaders across industry, government, academia, and non-profits, DNS is the leading association representing Nova Scotia’s tech sector.
Become a member