Bringing together the people, organizations and opportunities shaping the province’s tech sector.
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Cabot Shores first participated in the Tourism Digital Assistance Program (TDAP) in 2023. Funded by Tourism Nova Scotia and administered in partnership with Digital Nova Scotia, TDAP connects eligible tourism businesses with qualified digital consultants. Participants can access up to $5,000 in services to strengthen their online visibility, digital marketing and the online experience they provide to travellers.
Digital Nova Scotia is proud to announce Osazemhojie Osaighale as the 2026 recipient of the Digital Nova Scotia TechQuity Award. A graduate of Auburn Drive High School, Osazemhojie is beginning his studies in computer science at Dalhousie University.
When the Montréal-based digital transformation company attended Collision in 2024, it had no office, team or clients in Nova Scotia. But Alexei Bissonnette, Nukleo’s Vice-President of Technology, had been living in Halifax for several years, and the company was beginning to wonder whether there might be a market here for its work.
Atlantic Canada’s artificial intelligence sector is heading to Montréal. On September 16 and 17, Digital Nova Scotia, with the support of Nukleo , will lead 37 organizations from across the region to…
Milestone 10th annual celebration will recognize outstanding people and organizations across the province’s tech sector HALIFAX, NS — The countdown to one of Nova Scotia’s biggest celebrations of tec…
Behind every career in tech is a different starting point and a willingness to keep learning.
About
As a membership-driven organization, we are guided by and built for the community we serve. We connect and strengthen Nova Scotia’s digital community, celebrating successes and leading skills development to help our sector grow.
Programs
Digital Nova Scotia works closely with its funding partners to develop and implement a wide variety of impactful programs to foster Nova Scotia’s digital technologies industry.
AI can save time, cut costs, and help your business work smarter, but knowing where to start is often the hardest part.
Helping women and gender diverse individuals build confidence and be ready to explore a career in digital
Connecting tourism businesses with digital service providers in Nova Scotia that can help them develop their marketing tools.
Digital Discovery Camp brings interactive learning together with the tech sector to provide a fun experience for youth
ALL HANDS ON TECH
In each episode of All Hands on Tech, you will hear from local experts as we dive into all of the amazing things happening in Nova Scotia’s fastest-growing sector and learn why so many organizations and individuals are calling Canada’s Ocean Playground home.
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Digital Nova Scotia Memberships
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.
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Dal Innovation Week runs from October 5-9 and includes startup pitch competitions, open street innovation, expert-led workshops, panel discussions, guided tours, and more. With 15+ events showcasing innovation and entrepreneurship, there’s something for everyone. Reserve your spot at www.dalinnovationweek.ca
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As organizations increasingly adopt AI-enabled technologies, the need to secure information systems has never been greater. Over 8 weeks, this advanced course equips professionals...
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DEFSEC Atlantic is a major networking opportunity for the Aerospace, Defence and Security industries – the second largest of its kind in Canada. Focused on showcasing Atlantic Canadian opportunities, the show’s worldwide reach creates partnership potential for all attendees.
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On Tuesday, October 6th, at the Joseph Strug Concert Hall for Demo Day, the top student entrepreneurs from the Launch 2026 Summer Accelerator Program will pitch their ventures, while the ideaHUB teams will showcase their prototypes and physical products they’ve spent the past 10-months refining.
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Sydney, we're heading your way for a networking mixer! Join us at Island Folk Cider House for an evening of connection for tech professionals. Chat, mingle, and maybe meet yo...
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Cybersecurity leaders need more than technical expertise: they need the ability to communicate risk, influence decision-makers, and build security strategies that support organizat...
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Organized by the MIWAI Society and the MSc in Computing and Data Analytics (MCDA) Program at Saint Mary’s University. MIWAI — International Conference on Multi-disciplinary Trends in Artificial Intel…
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Join Volta and Digital NS for an evening of showcasing AI applications, knowledge sharing and collaboration at our AI Showcase and Mixer!
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