Articles
2019: A Year of Expansion in Nova Scotia
Thursday, January 16, 2020
For many of Nova Scotia’s high-tech innovators, 2019 was a year of growth and investment in the province. While the reasons may be obvious to us, we asked them to share – in their own words - why they chose Nova Scotia as the place to grow their business and raise their families.
Inclusive Opportunities: How the CGLCC works toward equal access for LGBT+ businesses
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Every organization strives to find a competitive edge, a secret weapon that sets them apart. Some organizations are realizing that differentiator might just be supplier diversity.
Canada’s Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster: an FAQ for Nova Scotia companies
Thursday, January 2, 2020
The Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster funding is available for Nova Scotia companies. Here's what you need to know.
Young hires making waves at MetOcean Telematics
Tuesday, December 17, 2019
More and more young people are choosing to live and work in Nova Scotia, with employers like MetOcean Telematics playing a key role.
Igniting entrepreneurship across Nova Scotia
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Let’s say you need help growing your business, or you have an idea for starting one. Where do you start? You know there are support organizations that can help – but which one? With so many options, it can seem overwhelming at first – especially if you live in a rural area where offices might be geographically spread out. This is where Ignite Labs comes in.
Nova Scotia filmmaker on mission to strengthen diversity
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Behind the scenes of the Aboriginal Shadow Program with Hank White, Nova Scotia film industry veteran.
Compass Distillers Launches “Thank You” Boston Tree Gin
Monday, November 25, 2019
This year, the Nova Scotia tradition of sending a tree to Boston has been infused with a new idea — an exclusive gin distilled from the tree itself.
Nova Scotia’s competitive advantage is at work for MUFG… and that competitive advantage is our people
Monday, November 25, 2019
Nova Scotia’s Competitive Advantage is at Work for MUFG and that competitive advantage is our people. And with access to innovative universities, a time zone advantage over the United States, and travel proximity to major financial centres like New York, Chicago, and London, it’s no wonder MUFG and its people are primed for success.
From the 1960s to today: Scotian Gold investing in innovation
Thursday, November 7, 2019
The first video game console. The first computer mouse. The laser. All hallmark inventions from the 1960s that laid the groundwork for countless future advancements. And for a small business in the small town of Coldbrook, the era is a reminder of an advancement made here in the province’s agricultural industry – in a technology you may have never heard of but have certainly benefitted from.
6 takeaways from Customer Camp with Kate Bourgoin
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Nova Scotia Business Inc., in partnership with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and Venn Innovation held a Customer Camp workshop with Katelyn Bourgoin on September 19th. Here are 6 important takeaways from that event: