Skip to main content

News and Resources for Nova Scotia's Tourism Industry

Stay up-to-date with the latest news, resources and growth opportunities for the tourism industry. Learn about Tourism Nova Scotia's partnership opportunities, programs, activities, inspiring success stories, and more.

Browse our blog posts and subscribe to start receiving our bi-weekly newsletter.

The most recent articles are displayed first on these pages. You can also use the fields below to filter articles by date.

2017 Record Year for Tourism in Nova Scotia

The 2017 tourism performance results are in. Nova Scotia's tourism industry had its best year in history last year, and its fourth consecutive year of growth. Congratulations!

Read More

EXCELLerator Program Participants Launch New Experiences

Have a look at 12 new travel experiences launching in 2018! These experiences were developed through Tourism Nova Scotia’s 2017 World-class Experience EXCELLerator Program. Congratulations to the tourism operators who were selected to work with us to develop and deliver unique and authentically Nova Scotian experiences that will motivate travel to the province.

Read More

Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities

The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) will offer four professional development and training opportunities before the end of March. Take advantage of these industry-focused workshops and webinars!

Read More

Tourism Nova Scotia Launches New Awareness Campaign in the U.K.

This week, U.K. residents will have the chance to win a seven-night trip to Nova Scotia as part of Tourism Nova Scotia’s latest destination awareness campaign in this key market. Find out how!

Read More

Free Webinar: Introduction to the Travel Trade

Tourism Nova Scotia welcomes you to join an introductory webinar on March 22, 2018 from 10 – 11 a.m. exploring the topic: Am I ready for the international market? Becoming travel trade ready.

Read More

Get Involved: Rendez-vous Canada 2018

Tourism Nova Scotia is seeking volunteers to help support Rendez-vous Canada (RVC), Canada’s premier international travel and tourism marketplace. RVC 2018 will be held at the Halifax Convention Centre from May 13 to 16, 2018. This is a great opportunity to interact and network with some of the world’s most influential travel buyers and sellers, and to work alongside colleagues and industry partners in Nova Scotia.

Read More

The Facebook Algorithm Change 2018: What You Need to Know

If you’ve been using Facebook to market your business – you know that the algorithm Facebook uses to determine what goes in your newsfeed is ever changing. It’s no secret that Facebook is an advertising platform for businesses as much as it is a free social network for users. However, in its recent move to change the algorithm, Facebook is focusing more on the users. Find out what you can do...

Read More

2018 Doers & Dreamers Guide is Now Available!

We’re excited to announce that the 2018 Doers & Dreamers Travel Guides have arrived at our distribution centre and we’re now filling visitor orders.

Read More

Business Photo Tips Using the Camera in Your Pocket

We asked Geordie Mott, professional photographer and the owner of Picture Perfect Tours in Halifax, for the key photography tips he shares with guests from around the world, whether they have a high-end camera or a smart phone. No matter the device or skill level, Geordie says these five tips will help everyone create better images.

Read More