Government of Nova Scotia
Economic Development
Strategy at Work

Opportunities for Prosperity provides us with a framework to carry out our economic development activities in the years ahead. Our efforts, guided by the priorities and strategic directions set out in the strategy, are leading to steady, incremental growth toward a stronger Nova Scotian economy. The following links offer a glimpse of the strategy at work.
Opportunities for Prosperity: A Progress Report

In October 2000 Opportunities for Prosperity, a 10-year economic growth strategy for Nova Scotia was introduced. The strategy is working. Studies suggest it. Statistics show it. Take a look at the road signs, check the map, and follow our progress. More >>
 
Federal/Provincial Nominee Agreement Encourages Immigrants to Fill Skills Gap

Denis Coderre, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, and Cecil Clarke, Minister of Economic Development for Nova Scotia, today signed an agreement establishing a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) in Nova Scotia. More >>
 
$1.6 Million to Regional Development Authorities

Nova Scotia's regional development authorities (RDAs) have been given a renewed commitment, and a cheque for $1.6 million, by the provincial government. MLA Mark Parent announced the provincial investment today, May 31, on behalf of Gordon Balser, Minister of the Office of Economic Development. The announcement took place in Hall's Harbour, Kings Co. More >>
 
Convergys Expands Customer-care Business into Pictou County

Convergys Corp., one of the world's most successful new-economy companies, is expanding its business presence in Nova Scotia with the opening of a customer-care centre in Pictou County. More >>
 
Stream to Establish 900-Job Centre at Glace Bay

Stream International Inc. will establish a 900-person Customer Interaction Centre in downtown Glace Bay. The inbound contact centre will be set up in the former General Mining Building with assistance from the Government of Canada and the Province of Nova Scotia. More >>


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