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Two people walking up a walkway at Digby Pier Lighthouse on a cloudy day.

Monday, April 15, 2024

Celebrating National Tourism Week April 15-19

April 15-19 is the Tourism Industry Association of Canada’s National Tourism Week! The theme is “Canada: Powered by Tourism” and it’s a time we honour the wonderful and significant contributions of Nova Scotia's tourism industry.

Two women sitting in a hotel room holding a mug

Thursday, April 18, 2024

Apply Now: Inspire travellers to visit your business or attraction with compelling tourism packages!

Receive research, coaching and support to develop and promote fall and winter travel packages.

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Pictou County Style Pizza

What do you get when you mix a filmmaker, a secret sauce, and the delightful people of Pictou County? This is the winning recipe for “Pictou County Style Pizza Documentary”.

Monday, April 15, 2024

Indigenous Tourism Reconciliation Workshop presented by TIANS/NSTHRC

In this half-day workshop, participants will be introduced to the concept of reconciliation in action as it relates to the tourism sector and how using a "Two Eyed Seeing" approach can create better understanding between people and supporting a more competitive tourism industry for the future.

A blue and a red kayak along the beach shore

Thursday, April 4, 2024

2024 Digital Doers & Dreamers Travel Guide Available Online

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

See 2023 Tourism Performance Statistics. Image of visitors walking on boardwalk at Kejimkujik National Park Seaside.

Thursday, April 4, 2024

Nova Scotia Sees Strong Tourism Recovery in 2023

Nova Scotia saw more visitors and higher accommodation sales in 2023 compared with the year before. See the full-year tourism report for insights.

A town connected by a bridge surrounded by trees

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

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.

A group of four people riding on bikes along a paved bike path.

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

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.

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

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.