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Join Us in Truro – Nova Scotia Tourism Sector Strategic Plan Regional Sessions

Tourism businesses and tourism operators are invited to join the conversation on how to drive sustainable year-round tourism growth in Truro in line with the Nova Scotia Tourism Sector Strategic Plan. Join us February 5, 2026.

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Apply Now: Partner with TNS to Amplify Your Online Impact

Co-invest with Tourism Nova Scotia to create compelling photos or videos or a custom digital advertising campaign that highlights your business or community in key markets. Apply by Friday, January 30, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

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Eastern HRM Rural Tourism Workshop & Training Series

The Eastern HRM Rural Tourism Readiness Pilot is offering tourism businesses and operators a no cost, hands-on tourism workshop and training series focused on building practical, place-based tourism experiences. TNS will present a workshop on "Knowing Your Best Visitor" and how to align your businesses and experiences with these markets. Join us February 18 & 19, 2026.

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Inclusive Workplace Culture Workshop

The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) and Nova Scotia Tourism Human Resource Council (NSTHRC) are offering a two-day Inclusive Workplace Culture Workshop with support from Tourism Nova Scotia. "Lead With Confidence. Build a Culture of Belonging" workshop will discuss how racism shows up at work, its impacts and strategies for anti-racist, equitable leadership and culture. February 10 & 24, 2026

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Workplace Harassment Prevention Training Webinar

The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) and Nova Scotia Tourism Human Resource Council (NSTHRC) are offering a Workplace Harassment Prevention Training Webinar with support from Tourism Nova Scotia. Build an understanding of workplace harassment, develop prevention and response skills and strengthen inclusive, psychologically safe practices. February 5, 2026.

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RADIATE Tourism Lights Up Winter with 52 Must-Book Packages

The RADIATE Tourism Program is back for Winter 2026 with 52 exciting packages to extend the tourism season. We’re enticing Maritimers to explore Nova Scotia’s coast, flavours and culture this winter!

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New Winter Ads Promote Nova Scotia’s Compelling Communities

Tourism Nova Scotia’s winter digital campaign is attracting visitors and inspiring winter travel by showcasing unforgettable experiences in the province’s lesser-known communities through the Compelling Tourism Communities Initiative.

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Belong Diversity Workshop for Managers & Supervisors

With support from Tourism Nova Scotia, TIANS and NSTHRC are offering a half-day, in-person Belong Diversity workshop on disability inclusion for managers on January 29, 2026 in Halifax.

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ACAT: Strengthening Travel Trade Knowledge Across Key Markets

ACAT has marketing partnerships with 39 travel trade partners and four consortia’s, which presents opportunities to deepen tour operator and travel advisors knowledge of Atlantic Canada.

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