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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Apply Now! Get Expert Help to Stand Out and Serve Your Customers Better Online

Receive up to $5,000 in digital services to improve your online presence and digital marketing. Apply by May 18.

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

Apply Now! Collaborate on Packages to Attract Local and Maritime Travellers

Work with Tourism Nova Scotia to create and promote packages that encourage Nova Scotia and Maritime travellers to explore the province all year round. Apply by May 12.

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

Back to Business: Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Region Package & Experience Development Workshop

Receive one-on-one coaching to develop your Yarmouth and Acadian Shores experience and enter Ignite Atlantic’s Pitch Competition for a chance to win prizes.

Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Planning Ahead for Engaging Year-round Social Media Content

In this webinar, KA Social Media will give you the tools for pre-planning and pre-scheduling your social media content so you can have great social media engagement all year long. Join us on May 12 at 10am.

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Halifax Hospitality Hiring Fair

The Hotel Association is hosting a Hospitality Hiring Fair at the Halifax Convention Centre on April 29-30 to showcase exciting opportunities in the hospitality sector.

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

Register Your Accommodation for 2022-23

It’s time to renew your accommodation registration for 2022-23.

Thursday, March 31, 2022

Webinar: Creating Travel Experiences in Yarmouth & Acadian Shores

Join Melanie Lowe, Tourism Development Advisor at Tourism Nova Scotia, on April 5 to learn about upcoming opportunities for your business, tips on connecting with travellers online, and creating compelling travel packages and experiences in the Yarmouth and Acadian Shores region!

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

2022 Doers & Dreamers Guide Now Available Online

This year’s digital travel guide includes fresh photos, new inspiring content and the return of exciting events!

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

Digital Marketing Campaign Encourages Travellers to Stay Longer and Explore More

Tourism businesses throughout the province worked with Tourism Nova Scotia to create long-stay packages and promote through a digital marketing campaign. Learn how you can use packages to encourage longer stays.