The Automotive Sector Council of Nova Scotia (ASC) is an independent non-profit organization responsible to a board of directors. We are the trusted hub for information and access to resources and industry intelligence for automotive service and repair businesses, employees, apprentices, and students. The respected voice of workforce development and labour market information for Nova Scotia’s automotive service and repair industry. We build relationships and collaboration among industry, Federal and Provincial Governments, the Nova Scotia Community College, community organizations, career practitioners, and the trades.

Leadership makes the difference. Advocating for manufacturers and exporters. Building a more competitive business environment. Providing critical and timely intelligence. Strengthening leadership through best practices and leveraging networks for success. We are Canada’s largest trade and industry association. We are Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters.

Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is the industry association for Nova Scotia’s ICT and digital technologies sector. Engaging industry stakeholders and over 240 members, we strive to connect our digital community through impactful programs, networking opportunities, industry events and innovative initiatives. DNS proudly supports business growth, skills development and capacity building, celebrates sector successes, facilitates connections between industry to talent, and drives the province’s digital economy.

Cultivating a workforce like our forests—sustainable, diverse, and growing. The Forestry Sector Council collaborates with partners to develop a skilled and professional workforce for Nova Scotia’s forestry sector. The industry-led, non-profit organization works to identify and solve labour challenges through commitment to inclusivity and innovation, human resource planning, talent attraction and retention, and skill development.

The Health Care Human Resource Sector Council (HCHRSC) addresses human resource planning and development within the Nova Scotia health and community care sectors. By providing resources, training and expertise, the Council contributes to a viable, well trained sector workforce. We maintain close ties with sector stakeholders such as employers, employees, industry organizations, regulatory bodies, educational institutions and government departments.

Impact Organizations of Nova Scotia helps build organizational capacity within the non-profit and voluntary sector. We also act as a non-partisan voice for the Community Sector, to help tell Nova Scotians about the contributions that the Community Sector makes to our province. Our current priorities include increasing access to training opportunities, to help build capacity within the Community Sector, improving management and planning of human resources, developing strategies of attraction and retention of staff and volunteers, and fostering a sense of identity as a sector with an enhanced ability to work collaboratively and play a role in consultation and decision-making.

The Nova Scotia Boatbuilders Association was established in 1998 to represent the business interests of boatbuilders, boat repairers and servicers. The NSBA does this by promoting the sector to potential customers and employees, providing technical and market advice, representing the sector at all government levels, supporting Boat Builder and Marine Service Technician apprentices, and by encouraging and facilitating certification.

The Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council (NSCSC) is a not-for-profit organization that partners with industry stakeholders to provide human resource solutions, labour market information, training, education and other services to support the development, responsiveness, and sustainability of the Industrial-Commercial-Institutional construction sector in Nova Scotia.

The Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture has been the voice of Nova Scotia farmers since 1895. Representing the interests of over 90% of all agricultural production across the province. The NSFA supports farm families and businesses through lobby and advocacy efforts and the delivery of programs and services. The NSFA works in the best interest of our members.

The Nova Scotia Fisheries Sector Council (NSFSC) has established itself as the key fisheries human resource and training organization in the province. Our work directly reflects the needs of employers and workers and has contributed to major advances in labour force development and planning in Nova Scotia. We are dedicated to planning and implementing human resource development strategies to attract new entrants to aquaculture, fish harvesting and processing careers, and promoting competitiveness and higher quality standards for seafood products.

Developing a strong, competitive and sustainable tourism workforce is what we do! We offer a range of programs that include emerit National Certification; training programs; career development, and much more. As the Sector Council for tourism we work closely with thousands of businesses and employees all across Nova Scotia to ensure they have the tools and resources to be successful. Tourism is Nova Scotia’s #1 Service Export and we know our competitive advantage is our workforce. We support business growth through workforce development thus ensuring the continued growth of the Nova Scotia Tourism Industry.

The Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia (OTCNS) is an industry association representing the Ocean Technology and industry sector in Nova Scotia. In addition OTCNS actively promotes Ocean Technology related careers as a career choice for Nova Scotia youth.

The Trucking Human Resource Sector Council Atlantic is a not for profit organization who works with the trucking industry and key stakeholders to address human resource needs of the trucking industry in Atlantic Canada. We are guided by our vision to educate, support and develop professional and rewarding careers in Atlantic Canada’s Trucking Industry. THRSC Atlantic is the “go to” resource for HR in Trucking.