Business and Workforce Integration

Guided to success: how mentorship shaped Imane’s career journey

December 8, 2025
Imane bey Zekkoub’s story is a powerful testament to the impact of timely mentorship, tailored resources, and a strong support...
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Sunny M. Dai: Turning passion for pets and fashion into successful businesses

October 1, 2025
When Sunny M. Dai arrived in Halifax in 2016, she brought hope, ambition, and a vision for a new life...
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Bluenose Probiotics: From gut health to success

October 1, 2025
When Anindita Gupta moved to Nova Scotia in 2016 to pursue a Master of Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Saint...

Divert NS and ISANS launch second round of micro-grants for immigrant entrepreneurs

December 18, 2024
Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) is excited to announce the opening of the second round of applications for...
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Immigrant Women Entrepreneurship Network (IWEN)

March 3, 2024
       
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ISANS and CBDC Blue Water Microloan Program

February 20, 2024
Together, ISANS and CBDC Blue Water have launched a microloan program designed to assist immigrant clients in their business journey...
Small Business of the Year winner Podstarter and finalists: The Big Moustache Hair Studio, Starfish Painters, Temi Bakes, and Maritimes Immigration Consulting.

2023 Immigrant Entrepreneurship Awards

October 30, 2023
We had an amazing time celebrating our 2023 Immigrant Entrepreneurship Awards event at the Halifax Central Library. Immigrant entrepreneurs are...
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Business Acquisition Support

October 5, 2023
New Business Programs from ISANS

New Business Programs from ISANS: Market-Ready and Business Acquisition Support

October 2, 2023
Our Business Services team has recently launched two new programs for budding and established immigrant entrepreneurs: the Market-Ready Project and...