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People doing yoga by the lighthouse at NovaShores Adventures in Cap D'or, Bay of Fundy

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Share Your Input – Online Survey on Nova Scotia’s Tourism Strategy

Complete the online survey to share your ideas and priorities for Nova Scotia’s Tourism Sector Strategy. Survey closes April 12.

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Apply Now: Get Expert Help to Attract Visitors to Your Business or Community

Receive digital services up to $5,000 for your business or up to $15,000 for your community to attract visitors and encourage spending.

People accessibly visiting the Lord Nelson Hotel in Halifax

Thursday, February 29, 2024

Workshop: Building Inclusive Leadership Begins With Me

In partnership with Tourism Nova Scotia, join the Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia on March 19 for a half day workshop on Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA). Participants will reflect upon inclusive leadership capabilities and examine ways of understanding equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA) from a personal, systems and organizational lens.

Two people sitting outside looking at the ocean beside a dome

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

2022-23 Compelling Tourism Communities Regional Reports

See a summary of the work done in your region through the Compelling Tourism Communities suite of programs for 2022-23.

Graphic for the TIANS and NSTHRC Investment Fund

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Tourism Scholarship Program

TIANS and NSTHRC are pleased to announce a new addition to their scholarship program, with the launch of Building Up - Tourism Employer Investment Fund. This support fund will accept applications from a business owner or senior employee of the company, as they look to enhance their skills and knowledge through a wide variety of training and learning opportunities.

Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Webinar: Understanding American Travellers

Join a webinar to see key findings from Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism research into travellers from the United States.

Slide image for a webinar about Chatbot Launchpad on April 11, 18, and 25, 2024

Friday, February 23, 2024

Webinar: Chatbot Launchpad

Overwhelmed by the thought of integrating chatbots into your business? Our workshop, designed for small business owners, simplifies the process into a clear, engaging journey. In just three sessions, we'll guide you through crafting a chatbot tailored to your business needs and customer engagement goals.

Two people back to sitting on a big rock overlooking the Peggy's Cove lighthouse and ocean

Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Province Signs Agreement to Support Tourism Growth

Nova Scotia has signed a new agreement with the Government of Canada and the other Atlantic provinces to help grow tourism in the region.

Slide with text about TNS annual survey and graphic of a cellphone

Friday, February 16, 2024

We Want Your Feedback on Tourism Nova Scotia’s Programs and Services

Tourism Nova Scotia is conducting a survey of our tourism partners to inform our plans and priorities.