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Justin, Cassidy, Lauren & Sam: Welcome to Digital Nova Scotia!
It's that time of year again—we are pleased to welcome our Fall co-ops! We are so excited to welcome four students this term, who will be joining our projects and marketing teams. Up first to tell us…

Meet our Skills for Hire Students of the month! | Rencontrez nos étudiants du mois du programme Élevez Vos Compétences
Français en bas Each month we highlight students from the ongoing Skills for Hire Atlantic program. Our first batch of students for Cohort #3 are working hard to acquire knowledge in data analysis. O…

Meet our Skills for Hire Students of the month! | Rencontrez nos étudiants du mois du programme Élevez Vos Compétances
Français en bas Each month we highlight students from the ongoing Skills for Hire Atlantic program. Our first batch of students for Cohort #3 are working hard to acquire knowledge in cybersecurity. O…

Tech-driven energy: EfficiencyOne’s path to a sustainable Nova Scotia
EfficiencyOne ’s purpose is simple: to transform the way people use energy. To help achieve this purpose, EfficiencyOne is committed to leveraging technology as a driving force for change. To date th…

Ampersand Social Co. - Built on Culture and Passion
Social media is a powerful tool, one that can truly bring people together - just look at Ampersand Social Co. ’s dynamic trio of founders. Their story is one that began with three women, each pursuin…

Expert Series: Customer Discovery: Easy to Understand, Hard to Execute
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 Derek Latham, a startup coach with Propel . Pro…

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: July 2023
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Keeping Canadians connected: Xplore Business to expand its fibre and 5G networks
In today’s digital age, Internet connectivity is an integral part of how companies operate, communicate and grow. Xplore Business provides cost-effective, reliable Internet services supported by a na…

Halifax identified as key up-and-coming North American market for tech talent
Nova Scotia's technology industry has experienced rapid growth in recent years, but how do we stack up against other cities? The numbers are in according to the 2023 CRBE Scoring Tech Talent report ,…

‘Clear communication always wins:’ Pixels & Pieces owner on branding your business
It can be hard to know whether you’re doing too much or not enough when it comes to branding your business, but Amy Harrison, owner of Pixels & Pieces , encourages her clients to “keep things simple.…

Expert Series: The power of virtual reality in empowering children with disabilities
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 Danny Baldwin, CEO of MARS VR Lab . VR has the…

Atlantic Labour Market Brief: June 2023
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