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An image of a fishing inlet with text graphics over it offering a training session to support navigating 2SLGBTQI+ Diversity and Inclusion in the Tourism Industry

Friday, January 26, 2024

Navigating 2SLGBTQI+ Diversity & Inclusion in the Tourism Industry

Join the Canadian 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce for an online training session to better understand and serve 2SLBGTQI+ travellers on February 1.

January to October Tourism Performance Indicators

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Nova Scotia Sees Strong Visitation During Peak May – October Season

Both visitation and accommodation statistics are available for January – October 2023.

People enjoying a domed dining experience in wintertime in Nova Scotia

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

See our Winter Compelling Tourism Communities Ads

Our Compelling Tourism Communities Winter 2024 advertising campaign inspires travellers to get out and enjoy winter in Nova Scotia.

Two people sitting outside a night by a fire in the snow

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

56 winter packages launch including new wineries tour packages

This year the RADIATE Tourism Program features 56 winter packages to inspire travellers to visit communities across Nova Scotia including new wineries tour packages.

PowerPoint slide graphic indicating registration for a webinar about AI: ChatGPT 101 with DigiPort

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Webinar: AI: ChatGPT 101

Discover the transformative power of ChatGPT for your business! In this 1-hour webinar, delve into the basics of ChatGPT and explore its potential as a game-changer for small enterprises in Atlantic Canada.

View from standing at the back of an airplane looking up the aisle to the front of the plane

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

From Frankfurt to Halifax with two more weekly flights for 2024!

The trend continues with more routes from Europe to Nova Scotia. Condor and Discover Airlines have added weekly routes from Frankfurt for 2024.

Slide image with locations and dates for attending the Nova Scotia Tourism Sector Strategic Plan Regional Engagement Sessions

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Share Your Input on Nova Scotia’s Tourism Sector Strategic Plan

Participate in one of the upcoming engagement sessions throughout the province to share your ideas and priorities for the tourism sector strategic plan.

Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Lynx Air Announces New 2024 Routes from Halifax to St. John’s

Calgary headquartered Lynx Air has announced a series of flights from Halifax to St. John’s, starting in the spring of 2024.

An airplane in the sky with the landing gear ready

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Porter Airlines is adding capacity to Halifax starting March 31, 2024

Porter Airlines is increasing the frequency and capacity on three flights between Halifax and Ottawa, St. John’s, and Montréal in 2024.