Cognizant Chooses Nova Scotia for Expansion, Expects to Create up to 1,250 Jobs

Global technology services company Cognizant has chosen Nova Scotia for its expansion plans, helping to advance the Province’s goals of attracting new economic opportunities, increasing the population and helping Nova Scotians access better paying jobs.

Over the next seven years, up to 1,250 new jobs are anticipated from two payroll rebate agreements approved by the Province for Cognizant, one of the world’s leading technology and professional services companies.

We have a bold plan for economic growth in Nova Scotia, and a thriving ICT sector is part of our way forward. This is an exciting opportunity, and we are thrilled to have Cognizant expanding to Nova Scotia, bringing with it more high-quality opportunities, which will add to our increasingly diverse and skilled workforce.

Susan Corkum-Greek
Minister of Economic Development and 
Minister responsible for Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI)

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