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  Our stunning seacoast, rich history, vibrant culture and remarkable collection of outdoor experiences will always remain our main strengths. Nova Scotia is also supporting the industry by improving key infrastructure and the surrounding economic climate. There are real opportunities for both new and existing businesses within Nova Scotia’s strong and evolving tourism industry.  
     
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Quick Facts 2006
 
  •Tourism generates $1.3 billion in tourism revenues - it's one of Nova Scotia's largest eceonomic sectors

•2.1 million visitors come to Nova Scotia each year.

•Residents of Nova Scotia take 5.7 million tourism person-trips each year

•Nearly two-thirds (64%) of Tourism’s economic impact is generated by outside spending – this is $822 million of new money coming into the province

•Generates over $200 million in tax revenues annually

•Tourism employs 7% of Nova Scotia's workforce

•Over 33,000 jobs and a payroll of almost $505 million

•Tourism spending benefits all regions of Nova Scotia

•Nova Scotia supports 6,500 tourism-related businesses