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2025 African Heritage Month in Nova Scotia

This month is a time to celebrate the culture, achievements and contributions of people of African descent in the Province of Nova Scotia. With events happening all month long across the province, there are many opportunities to connect guests to our African Nova Scotia Heritage.

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Webinar: Easy to Use Facebook & Instagram Automation Using ManyChat

Increase clicks and conversions from your social media by instantly responding to direct messages and comments on your posts in a meaningful way. This webinar will provide you with the knowledge you need to get started using ManyChat, a powerful social media engagement automation tool.

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ACAT US Consumer Research Results

US travellers say they’re likely to come to Atlantic Canada in the next two years. See the Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism study to understand the opportunities to attract these travellers.

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Package Development Workshops in Guysborough & Antigonish

Tourism Nova Scotia and Coastal Nova Scotia are partnering for free half-day tourism package development workshops on February 6 at Jost's Wharf Building in Guysborough and February 7 at the Microtel Inn and Suites in Antigonish.

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Vendor Opportunities at Nova Scotia Provincial Parks

Are you interested in being a vendor for activities within our Provincial Parks? Applications are open for non-food vendor opportunities. Apply by February 14.

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Tourism Industry State of Accessibility Readiness Report

While all tourism operators can work toward removing accessibility barriers, upcoming provincial accessibility standards will soon be implemented. The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) and Tourism Nova Scotia heard feedback from 420 operators to understand the industry’s current levels of accessibility and assess the industry’s overall readiness to implement new accessibility measures. See the report.

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Accessibility Standards Canada New Technical Committee for Accessible Tourism

Accessibility Standards Canada is creating a new technical committee on accessible tourism. Applications close January 31, 2025.

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Register for Dine Around and Dine & Stay 2025

The Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia and Discover Halifax are back with Dine Around and Dine & Stay 2025. Restaurants and accommodations can join this initiative to encourage people to get out in the month of February to savour the flavors of culinary excellence with specially curated prix fixe menus.

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Experience Development Webinar with Cumberland Region

Cumberland region tourism businesses; join our webinar February 11, 2025 and connect directly with Tourism Nova Scotia Experience Development Advisors to ask questions and learn more about how to grow and promote your tourism business.

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