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2024 Digital Doers & Dreamers Travel Guide Available Online

This year’s digital travel guide is now available for travellers to download or view online.

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Work with TNS to Help Your Community Stand Out as a Travel Destination

Receive research, coaching and support to develop an action plan to use your community’s most compelling attractions and events to raise your profile with travellers.

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New Program Finder Tool for Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage

A new online tool makes it easier for Nova Scotians to apply for provincial programs supporting arts, culture, tourism, sport, recreation, cultural identity and languages. The new Grant Finder helps individuals, non-profits and businesses find funding programs offered by the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage.

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Opportunity for Operators Striving for Excellence

Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) Best Practice Mission Program offers operators a chance to learn from the best, with a 50% reimbursement on travel expenses and extensive support before and after the mission. It’s a perfect avenue for those looking to elevate their business and customer experience.

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Registration for Tourist Accommodations Extended to September

All current tourist accommodation registrations will remain valid until September 2024.

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TIAC Board of Directors Call for Nominations

On Thursday, May 29, 2024, the Tourism Industry Association of Canada will be holding its Annual General Meeting.  At that time, a new board of directors will be elected.  This notice is to serve as a call for nominations for 1 open seat on the board.

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Coastal Nova Scotia's Shake Up Winter Conference

Join Coastal Nova Scotia's annual Shake Up Winter Conference at the Pictou County Wellness Centre – 2-2756 Westville Road, New Glasgow.

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Webinar: Spring Tune-Up Digital Workshops

Get ready now for the busy season ahead with a basic understanding of the crucial aspects of digital marketing and web development, including UX/UI design, content writing for the web, and SEO strategies applied specifically to the tourism industry.

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Canadian Tourism Awards 2024

Celebrate excellence in Nova Scotia tourism by nominating outstanding individuals, destinations, businesses, and initiatives for the Canadian Tourism Awards, presented by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC).

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