Nova Scotia Post-Secondary Resources

Post-Secondary campuses across Nova Scotia offer a range of supports for students as they prepare to enter the labour market.  It is never too early to access the services available to you; whether you are in first year or your final year of studies, counsellors at career advising offices (name and roles may differ based on campus) can assist you in exploring opportunities and guide you through the career planning process. 

Students can explore Nova Scotia labour market information through the Careers Nova Scotia website. Careers Nova Scotia also provides a number of publications that can support student career awareness and help inform their career plans and decisions. These include:

• Career Success in Nova Scotia: Training and Education
• Career Success in Nova Scotia: Getting Hired
• Labour Market Information: Learner’s Guide
• High Opportunity Career Options in NS 2016-2017

Students enrolled in many Nova Scotia post-secondary institutions participate in entrepreneurial activities through Enactus to showcase who they are as entrepreneurial leaders in response to social issues. Through their Enactus experiences, students have unique opportunities to develop skills, explore career options and network with business professionals. 

myNSFuture is a website managed by the Nova Scotia Council on Admission and Transfer to help students and their families, guidance counsellors and others find the information they need on the province’s post-secondary educational options. Students are able to access specific information on institutions and programs as well as scholarships, bursaries and financial assistance.

Nova Scotia Business Inc (nsbi) profiles growing industry sectors across Nova Scotia. The site features how Nova Scotia is a place of professional and personal opportunity, supported by resources and associations and a vibrant business community. Post-secondary students can learn about the impact Nova Scotia business has on a global scale through their video Making Waves around the world. 

Nova Scotia Works Centres offer employment assistance services for individuals entering the labour market as well as those who may be returning to or experiencing changes in employment. A certified Career Practitioner can help post-secondary students navigate labour market information and access job opportunities in their community and across Nova Scotia. NS Works Centres have locations around the province and staff are available to address your questions; in-person and virtual appointments can be arranged.