Articles
AtlanTick Repellent Products: Innovation partners with science
Sunday, September 1, 2019
In 2019, the threat of Lyme Disease in Nova Scotia has jumped to its highest category ever for most of the province. Blacklegged ticks, which spread the disease, are expanding their territory steadily and swiftly.
Manulife Financial: Championing inclusion, attracting talent, contributing to the big-picture goals in Nova Scotia
Sunday, September 1, 2019
Manulife Financial Corporation (Manulife) has had a significant presence in Halifax since 2005, and has become one of the largest financial services employers in Nova Scotia.
Atlantica: North to Nunavut
Sunday, September 1, 2019
“Before I look at any market or opportunity, the frst call I make is to NSBI,” says Christopher Curtis, business development manager for the Refuel Systems division of Atlantica, Nova Scotia’s largest combined-trades contractor. Right now, the market Curtis is looking at is Nunavut.
Sensor Technology Ltd.: Making a sound move to Nova Scotia
Sunday, September 1, 2019
When the head of an Ontario-based ocean technology company – where the nearest ocean is a plane ride away – is asked why she isn’t in Nova Scotia, she gave the question serious thought.
Surrette Battery Company: Expanding rural power
Sunday, September 1, 2019
Surrette Battery Company is growing. With the help of NSBI’s Innovation Rebate Program, the company is expanding its Springhill facility and incorporating advanced technologies into its production line. Not only will this increase productivity and capacity, it will help create up to 18 skilled, full-time positions.
Aerotec Engines: The sky's the limit
Sunday, September 1, 2019
An NSBI pilot project has led to spectacular growth for Aerotec Engines. Scale-Up Hub Cambridge, a 2018 pilot in Massachusetts, was designed to help high-tech, innovative companies tap into northeastern U.S. markets. Aerotec, based in Beaver Bank, overhauls and repairs piston engines in planes such as Cessnas and Pipers owned by fight schools, commercial operators and private pilots.
2018: A year of storytelling
Wednesday, January 16, 2019
We recap the Nova Scotia stories that resonated in 2018 and the channels through which they were shared.
2018: Looking Back
Friday, January 4, 2019
Nothing says Happy New Year more than a reflective year in review. Without question, 2018 was an exciting year for ‘Thinking Export’ in Nova Scotia.
Forget empowerment: Supporting women in business is about access, opportunity and impact
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
Supplier diversity helps open the door.
The world is changing, and NSBI is leading to succeed
Thursday, August 16, 2018
NSBI attracts investment and helps businesses across Nova Scotia become more successful exporters.