JA Nova Scotia
@janovascotia.bsky.social
Since 1969 JA Nova Scotia has educated & empowered students to make thoughtful financial health, work readiness & entrepreneurial decisions. Our programs are free for youth aged 5-25, setting them up with real-world scenarios. www.janovascotia.ca
We brought World of Choices to Woodlawn High!
Truly grateful to the speakers who shared their experiences with youth!
• Ainsworth
• Coca-Cola (a National Supporting Partner)
• Eastward Energy
• HCC
• NSCSC
• RBC (a National Community Partner)
• Safety Services NS
• ScotiaTech / Aqua Data Atl
Truly grateful to the speakers who shared their experiences with youth!
• Ainsworth
• Coca-Cola (a National Supporting Partner)
• Eastward Energy
• HCC
• NSCSC
• RBC (a National Community Partner)
• Safety Services NS
• ScotiaTech / Aqua Data Atl
December 31, 2025 at 9:38 PM
We brought World of Choices to Woodlawn High!
Truly grateful to the speakers who shared their experiences with youth!
• Ainsworth
• Coca-Cola (a National Supporting Partner)
• Eastward Energy
• HCC
• NSCSC
• RBC (a National Community Partner)
• Safety Services NS
• ScotiaTech / Aqua Data Atl
Truly grateful to the speakers who shared their experiences with youth!
• Ainsworth
• Coca-Cola (a National Supporting Partner)
• Eastward Energy
• HCC
• NSCSC
• RBC (a National Community Partner)
• Safety Services NS
• ScotiaTech / Aqua Data Atl
The team at JA Nova Scotia wishes everyone a safe and joyful holiday season, and a very happy New Year!
Check out our other platforms for more holiday content throughout the season. You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
We look forward to reconnecting with you all in the new year!
Check out our other platforms for more holiday content throughout the season. You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
We look forward to reconnecting with you all in the new year!
December 19, 2025 at 8:12 PM
The team at JA Nova Scotia wishes everyone a safe and joyful holiday season, and a very happy New Year!
Check out our other platforms for more holiday content throughout the season. You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
We look forward to reconnecting with you all in the new year!
Check out our other platforms for more holiday content throughout the season. You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
We look forward to reconnecting with you all in the new year!
Our office will be closed from December 23 through January 5 inclusive for the holiday break.
Thank you for your patience and hope you find time to rest and relax with loved ones over the holidays.
We look forward to working together in the new year!
Thank you for your patience and hope you find time to rest and relax with loved ones over the holidays.
We look forward to working together in the new year!
December 19, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Our office will be closed from December 23 through January 5 inclusive for the holiday break.
Thank you for your patience and hope you find time to rest and relax with loved ones over the holidays.
We look forward to working together in the new year!
Thank you for your patience and hope you find time to rest and relax with loved ones over the holidays.
We look forward to working together in the new year!
Nominations are open for the Legacy In The Making Award, recognizing business leaders operating for less than 20 years who show leadership, determination, and community impact.
Send your nominations by December 31 to Carmen: [email protected]
Help us discover our 2026 Recipients!
Send your nominations by December 31 to Carmen: [email protected]
Help us discover our 2026 Recipients!
December 18, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Nominations are open for the Legacy In The Making Award, recognizing business leaders operating for less than 20 years who show leadership, determination, and community impact.
Send your nominations by December 31 to Carmen: [email protected]
Help us discover our 2026 Recipients!
Send your nominations by December 31 to Carmen: [email protected]
Help us discover our 2026 Recipients!
Our Dollars With Sense program helps empower middle school students with the knowledge and practical skills.
Thank-you to our National Program Development & Delivery Sponsor, TD Bank Group Ready Commitment. We appreciate your continued support.
Learn more at janovascotia.ca/ja_programs/...
Thank-you to our National Program Development & Delivery Sponsor, TD Bank Group Ready Commitment. We appreciate your continued support.
Learn more at janovascotia.ca/ja_programs/...
December 17, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Our Dollars With Sense program helps empower middle school students with the knowledge and practical skills.
Thank-you to our National Program Development & Delivery Sponsor, TD Bank Group Ready Commitment. We appreciate your continued support.
Learn more at janovascotia.ca/ja_programs/...
Thank-you to our National Program Development & Delivery Sponsor, TD Bank Group Ready Commitment. We appreciate your continued support.
Learn more at janovascotia.ca/ja_programs/...
Our Annual Report is now available, and we’re proud to reflect on a year filled with learning, opportunity, and collaboration.
Take a moment to view the report and explore our year in review through our interactive flipbook: online.fliphtml5.com/cfgwp/ijrl/
Take a moment to view the report and explore our year in review through our interactive flipbook: online.fliphtml5.com/cfgwp/ijrl/
December 16, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Our Annual Report is now available, and we’re proud to reflect on a year filled with learning, opportunity, and collaboration.
Take a moment to view the report and explore our year in review through our interactive flipbook: online.fliphtml5.com/cfgwp/ijrl/
Take a moment to view the report and explore our year in review through our interactive flipbook: online.fliphtml5.com/cfgwp/ijrl/
There's still time to nominate a business leader for the 2026 Nova Scotia Business Hall of Fame!
Let us know about a business leader or entrepreneur that fits the criteria on the website.
NOMINATE TODAY: nslaureates.ca/contribute/
Questions? E-mail Carmen at [email protected]
Let us know about a business leader or entrepreneur that fits the criteria on the website.
NOMINATE TODAY: nslaureates.ca/contribute/
Questions? E-mail Carmen at [email protected]
December 16, 2025 at 1:06 PM
There's still time to nominate a business leader for the 2026 Nova Scotia Business Hall of Fame!
Let us know about a business leader or entrepreneur that fits the criteria on the website.
NOMINATE TODAY: nslaureates.ca/contribute/
Questions? E-mail Carmen at [email protected]
Let us know about a business leader or entrepreneur that fits the criteria on the website.
NOMINATE TODAY: nslaureates.ca/contribute/
Questions? E-mail Carmen at [email protected]
Thanks Assante Hydrostone for choosing us as one of their 12 Days of Giving charities this year. All funds raised ensure we reach as many students as possible with our Financial Health, Work Readiness, and Entrepreneurship education.
Learn more and make your donation today at janovascotia.ca.
Learn more and make your donation today at janovascotia.ca.
December 15, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Thanks Assante Hydrostone for choosing us as one of their 12 Days of Giving charities this year. All funds raised ensure we reach as many students as possible with our Financial Health, Work Readiness, and Entrepreneurship education.
Learn more and make your donation today at janovascotia.ca.
Learn more and make your donation today at janovascotia.ca.
Kim Duncan shared:
“I’m honoured to join the JA Board and look forward to working alongside a team so invested in youth. Early opportunities can shape a young person’s path & I’m excited to support JA’s work as they continue opening doors for youth across Nova Scotia.”
Welcome to the board, Kim!
“I’m honoured to join the JA Board and look forward to working alongside a team so invested in youth. Early opportunities can shape a young person’s path & I’m excited to support JA’s work as they continue opening doors for youth across Nova Scotia.”
Welcome to the board, Kim!
December 15, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Kim Duncan shared:
“I’m honoured to join the JA Board and look forward to working alongside a team so invested in youth. Early opportunities can shape a young person’s path & I’m excited to support JA’s work as they continue opening doors for youth across Nova Scotia.”
Welcome to the board, Kim!
“I’m honoured to join the JA Board and look forward to working alongside a team so invested in youth. Early opportunities can shape a young person’s path & I’m excited to support JA’s work as they continue opening doors for youth across Nova Scotia.”
Welcome to the board, Kim!
Today marks the beginning of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights!
For eight nights, families and communities come together to light the menorah and reflect on their faith and perseverence.
May this season bring warmth, joy, and peace to all who celebrate!
For eight nights, families and communities come together to light the menorah and reflect on their faith and perseverence.
May this season bring warmth, joy, and peace to all who celebrate!
December 14, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Today marks the beginning of Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights!
For eight nights, families and communities come together to light the menorah and reflect on their faith and perseverence.
May this season bring warmth, joy, and peace to all who celebrate!
For eight nights, families and communities come together to light the menorah and reflect on their faith and perseverence.
May this season bring warmth, joy, and peace to all who celebrate!
We are at Neighbourly Holiday Market til 9PM tonight! Whether you're shopping for family, friends, (or even yourself 😉), you'll find some fantastic gifts, handmade by JA Company Program teams. Stop by our tables and pick out just the thing for everyone on your list!
December 12, 2025 at 8:43 PM
We are at Neighbourly Holiday Market til 9PM tonight! Whether you're shopping for family, friends, (or even yourself 😉), you'll find some fantastic gifts, handmade by JA Company Program teams. Stop by our tables and pick out just the thing for everyone on your list!
Only 15 prints remain!
This piece is Turtle Island & the 7 Grandfather Teachings by Shianne Gould and a portion of each sale supports her as she builds new studio in Whycocomagh. It's 12x12 & perfectly fits
IKEA's Sannahed frame.
Get one before they’re gone: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
This piece is Turtle Island & the 7 Grandfather Teachings by Shianne Gould and a portion of each sale supports her as she builds new studio in Whycocomagh. It's 12x12 & perfectly fits
IKEA's Sannahed frame.
Get one before they’re gone: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
December 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Only 15 prints remain!
This piece is Turtle Island & the 7 Grandfather Teachings by Shianne Gould and a portion of each sale supports her as she builds new studio in Whycocomagh. It's 12x12 & perfectly fits
IKEA's Sannahed frame.
Get one before they’re gone: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
This piece is Turtle Island & the 7 Grandfather Teachings by Shianne Gould and a portion of each sale supports her as she builds new studio in Whycocomagh. It's 12x12 & perfectly fits
IKEA's Sannahed frame.
Get one before they’re gone: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Thank you to all the incredible volunteers who supported EFS at Rocky Lake. Both days: Butterfield Group & East Coast Credit Union
Day 1: BDO & Scotiabank
Day 2: Clearwater Seafood
A heartfelt thank-you to our financial partners, CIBC & EECD for making this work possible. Visit janovascotia.ca.
Day 1: BDO & Scotiabank
Day 2: Clearwater Seafood
A heartfelt thank-you to our financial partners, CIBC & EECD for making this work possible. Visit janovascotia.ca.
December 10, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Thank you to all the incredible volunteers who supported EFS at Rocky Lake. Both days: Butterfield Group & East Coast Credit Union
Day 1: BDO & Scotiabank
Day 2: Clearwater Seafood
A heartfelt thank-you to our financial partners, CIBC & EECD for making this work possible. Visit janovascotia.ca.
Day 1: BDO & Scotiabank
Day 2: Clearwater Seafood
A heartfelt thank-you to our financial partners, CIBC & EECD for making this work possible. Visit janovascotia.ca.
Thank you, Scotiabank, for helping us connect with students in rural Cape Breton! Through World of Choices events, students facing a range of barriers explored exciting skilled trades pathways & discovered their economic resiliency.
JANS programs are offered at no cost: janovascotia.ca/programs
JANS programs are offered at no cost: janovascotia.ca/programs
December 10, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Thank you, Scotiabank, for helping us connect with students in rural Cape Breton! Through World of Choices events, students facing a range of barriers explored exciting skilled trades pathways & discovered their economic resiliency.
JANS programs are offered at no cost: janovascotia.ca/programs
JANS programs are offered at no cost: janovascotia.ca/programs
The Legacy In The Making Award recognizes entrepreneurs who’ve been in business less than 20 years & demonstrate exceptional dedication, perseverence, and community-minded innovation.
Know a standout entrepreneur who deserves the spotlight?
E-mail [email protected] for our Jan review!
Know a standout entrepreneur who deserves the spotlight?
E-mail [email protected] for our Jan review!
December 9, 2025 at 3:37 PM
The Legacy In The Making Award recognizes entrepreneurs who’ve been in business less than 20 years & demonstrate exceptional dedication, perseverence, and community-minded innovation.
Know a standout entrepreneur who deserves the spotlight?
E-mail [email protected] for our Jan review!
Know a standout entrepreneur who deserves the spotlight?
E-mail [email protected] for our Jan review!
Nominations are open for the 2026 NS Business Hall of Fame!
We’re looking for leaders who’ve shown exceptional business success, entrepreneurial spirit, community impact & who inspire the next generation.
Submit nominations at nslaureates.ca/contribute
Questions: [email protected]
We’re looking for leaders who’ve shown exceptional business success, entrepreneurial spirit, community impact & who inspire the next generation.
Submit nominations at nslaureates.ca/contribute
Questions: [email protected]
December 8, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Nominations are open for the 2026 NS Business Hall of Fame!
We’re looking for leaders who’ve shown exceptional business success, entrepreneurial spirit, community impact & who inspire the next generation.
Submit nominations at nslaureates.ca/contribute
Questions: [email protected]
We’re looking for leaders who’ve shown exceptional business success, entrepreneurial spirit, community impact & who inspire the next generation.
Submit nominations at nslaureates.ca/contribute
Questions: [email protected]
Brighten someone’s day & support youth entrepreneurship. Company Program students have created blank cards for any occasion!
Every purchase funds start-up costs for After School Company Program teams, giving them all they need to launch their products.
Buy here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Every purchase funds start-up costs for After School Company Program teams, giving them all they need to launch their products.
Buy here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
December 8, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Brighten someone’s day & support youth entrepreneurship. Company Program students have created blank cards for any occasion!
Every purchase funds start-up costs for After School Company Program teams, giving them all they need to launch their products.
Buy here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Every purchase funds start-up costs for After School Company Program teams, giving them all they need to launch their products.
Buy here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
After each Induction Gala, the newest portraits are installed in the Gallery at Dal.
Our Skyline team gave Mike Smit (Dean, Faculty of Mgmt) & Shannon Harding (JANS President & CEO) a behind-the-scenes look at framing & hanging portraits.
It celebrates all that goes into our Business Hall of Fame.
Our Skyline team gave Mike Smit (Dean, Faculty of Mgmt) & Shannon Harding (JANS President & CEO) a behind-the-scenes look at framing & hanging portraits.
It celebrates all that goes into our Business Hall of Fame.
December 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
After each Induction Gala, the newest portraits are installed in the Gallery at Dal.
Our Skyline team gave Mike Smit (Dean, Faculty of Mgmt) & Shannon Harding (JANS President & CEO) a behind-the-scenes look at framing & hanging portraits.
It celebrates all that goes into our Business Hall of Fame.
Our Skyline team gave Mike Smit (Dean, Faculty of Mgmt) & Shannon Harding (JANS President & CEO) a behind-the-scenes look at framing & hanging portraits.
It celebrates all that goes into our Business Hall of Fame.
It's My Future gives junior high students a practical, confidence-building head start on preparing for the world of work!
They explore career pathways while also gaining valuable tips on how to keep a job and navigate the employment process.
Register today at janovascotia.ca/.../its-my-f...
They explore career pathways while also gaining valuable tips on how to keep a job and navigate the employment process.
Register today at janovascotia.ca/.../its-my-f...
December 5, 2025 at 8:02 PM
It's My Future gives junior high students a practical, confidence-building head start on preparing for the world of work!
They explore career pathways while also gaining valuable tips on how to keep a job and navigate the employment process.
Register today at janovascotia.ca/.../its-my-f...
They explore career pathways while also gaining valuable tips on how to keep a job and navigate the employment process.
Register today at janovascotia.ca/.../its-my-f...
On International Volunteer Day, we're celebrating the incredible volunteers who help bring JANS to life!
Your dedication helps young people gain skills, confidence, and opportunities they’ll carry into their futures. We couldn’t do this without you.
Want to get involved? Visit janovascotia.ca
Your dedication helps young people gain skills, confidence, and opportunities they’ll carry into their futures. We couldn’t do this without you.
Want to get involved? Visit janovascotia.ca
December 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM
On International Volunteer Day, we're celebrating the incredible volunteers who help bring JANS to life!
Your dedication helps young people gain skills, confidence, and opportunities they’ll carry into their futures. We couldn’t do this without you.
Want to get involved? Visit janovascotia.ca
Your dedication helps young people gain skills, confidence, and opportunities they’ll carry into their futures. We couldn’t do this without you.
Want to get involved? Visit janovascotia.ca
The Legacy In The Making award recognises entrepreneurs operating their business for less than 20 years.
Help us discover our 2026 Recipients! If you know an inspiring local innovator email Carmen at [email protected]
We’ll make sure your suggestion is part of our January conversation!
Help us discover our 2026 Recipients! If you know an inspiring local innovator email Carmen at [email protected]
We’ll make sure your suggestion is part of our January conversation!
December 5, 2025 at 12:15 AM
The Legacy In The Making award recognises entrepreneurs operating their business for less than 20 years.
Help us discover our 2026 Recipients! If you know an inspiring local innovator email Carmen at [email protected]
We’ll make sure your suggestion is part of our January conversation!
Help us discover our 2026 Recipients! If you know an inspiring local innovator email Carmen at [email protected]
We’ll make sure your suggestion is part of our January conversation!
Support this year's After School Company Program groups & replenish your stationery!
Funds raised through the sale of these cards will provide start-up capital. Each group received $150 to purchase the supplies needed for upcoming markets.
Purchase the cards here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Funds raised through the sale of these cards will provide start-up capital. Each group received $150 to purchase the supplies needed for upcoming markets.
Purchase the cards here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
December 4, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Support this year's After School Company Program groups & replenish your stationery!
Funds raised through the sale of these cards will provide start-up capital. Each group received $150 to purchase the supplies needed for upcoming markets.
Purchase the cards here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Funds raised through the sale of these cards will provide start-up capital. Each group received $150 to purchase the supplies needed for upcoming markets.
Purchase the cards here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
In honour of the Laureates inducted into the NS Business Hall of Fame, JA created a celebratory book!
Every purchase supports JA Nova Scotia’s financial health, work readiness, and entrepreneurship programs.
Get your laureate book here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Every purchase supports JA Nova Scotia’s financial health, work readiness, and entrepreneurship programs.
Get your laureate book here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
December 3, 2025 at 7:37 PM
In honour of the Laureates inducted into the NS Business Hall of Fame, JA created a celebratory book!
Every purchase supports JA Nova Scotia’s financial health, work readiness, and entrepreneurship programs.
Get your laureate book here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Every purchase supports JA Nova Scotia’s financial health, work readiness, and entrepreneurship programs.
Get your laureate book here: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...
Nominate for the 2025 Nova Scotia Business Hall of Fame today.
Laureates represent Nova Scotia’s entrepreneurs & leaders and have demonstrated a lifetime of extraordinary business success, superior leadership & a commitment to giving back to the community.
nslaureates.ca/contribute
Laureates represent Nova Scotia’s entrepreneurs & leaders and have demonstrated a lifetime of extraordinary business success, superior leadership & a commitment to giving back to the community.
nslaureates.ca/contribute
December 3, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Nominate for the 2025 Nova Scotia Business Hall of Fame today.
Laureates represent Nova Scotia’s entrepreneurs & leaders and have demonstrated a lifetime of extraordinary business success, superior leadership & a commitment to giving back to the community.
nslaureates.ca/contribute
Laureates represent Nova Scotia’s entrepreneurs & leaders and have demonstrated a lifetime of extraordinary business success, superior leadership & a commitment to giving back to the community.
nslaureates.ca/contribute
Giving Tuesday is here and it’s the perfect day to make a real difference for youth across Nova Scotia!
Every contribution ensures more students gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
Support youth education today:
www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati...
Every contribution ensures more students gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
Support youth education today:
www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati...
December 2, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Giving Tuesday is here and it’s the perfect day to make a real difference for youth across Nova Scotia!
Every contribution ensures more students gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
Support youth education today:
www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati...
Every contribution ensures more students gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
Support youth education today:
www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donati...