How would one describe Nova Scotia? A place where the ocean is never more than a short drive away. A financial and higher education hub. The birthplace of the national pastime, ice hockey. A place that values choice and diversity and is ready to welcome the world.

There are so many advantages to living in Nova Scotia, a province that allows you to balance a challenging career with a fulfilling personal life. A place where close-knit community attitudes are combined with the advantages of an accessible and innovative work environment. Whether it's viewing world-class events, exploring your heritage, or getting in on the growing business centre, discover and enjoy what's in your own backyard.

There are many reasons to do business in Nova Scotia. Ice-free, deep-water ports, direct air links, and comprehensive road and rail systems make it easy to reach markets in Europe, Asia, and the USA. The province's 11 universities and 13 community college campuses mean a highly-trained workforce is available, right at your door. It's a centre of energy excellence, training and oil and gas opportunities. Advances in research and development, information and communications technology, defence and aerospace technology, and health sciences have made Nova Scotia a leader in innovation. Nova Scotia is one of the most cost effective business centres in North America.

A low cost of living and a high quality of life make Nova Scotia an enjoyable and affordable place to live. Organizations designed to help you find employment, improve language skills, or enroll in university make the transition easier. Welcoming people will make you feel that you belong, and safe communities will put your mind at ease. And Nova Scotia has a health-care system that puts people first -- it is based on need, not ability to pay. Come to the place where a safe and secure environment, dependable people, and opportunities for your future give you the freedom to achieve great things.

Discover the place where innovation, resourcefulness and accessibility are all wrapped up in a beautiful setting.

The Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency is proud to be a Charter Member of the Nova Scotia Come to Life program. For more inspiration, we invite you to visit Come to Life.