Olympic torchbearer 19-year-old Mina Hashish (left) arrives at the front steps of the Nova Scotia legislature. Mina is the daughter of Amany Hassan and Mohamed Hashish. The family, originally from Egypt, immigrated to Nova Scotia 9 years ago.

Nova Scotia, Canada has been welcoming people from around the world for centuries. Immigrants have helped make Nova Scotia a vibrant, dynamic society in which everyone can build their dreams. Today there are about 934,000 people who call Nova Scotia home, so there is room to breathe and room to grow.

As a province of Canada, we are a tolerant, diverse society where everyone is encouraged to build a good life for themselves and become a part of their communities.

Within this site, you will find all the information you need to begin the process of immigrating to Nova Scotia.
 

	Visit our Photo Gallery The best way to get a sense of what awaits you in Nova Scotia is to get a look at our province and people. Nova Scotia’s natural beauty delights residents and tourists alike. Visit the Photo Gallery.
	Do You have the Skills Nova Scotia Needs? There are many opportunities for new immigrants. Some sectors have greater and more immediate needs than others. See where your skills are needed. More...
	How to Apply We are doing everything we can to make applying to immigrate to Nova Scotia go as easily and as smoothly as possible. Find out how to get started. More...
	Information for Employers Many Nova Scotia companies and organizations are looking for people with the skills needed to succeed in the 21st century. Here are the skills we are working on bringing to our province. More...
	Education in Nova Scotia Nova Scotia has a long tradition of educational excellence. Canada’s first English high schools and universities were founded here. Today there are 12 post-secondary colleges and universities and hundreds of elementary, junior high and high schools. More..