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NovaNews: July 2025

Summer is in full swing, and with it comes a wave of exciting activity across the 同城约炮 network! From celebrating our graduating Capstone cohort and welcoming a new group of student entrepreneurs, to launching a major international marketing campaign and enjoying the outdoors with community hikes, there鈥檚 no shortage of momentum. In this issue, we鈥檙e highlighting key initiatives, upcoming events, and the outstanding contributions of our members as we continue working together to strengthen Nova Scotia鈥檚 position as a leading destination for international students.

Study and Stay鈩� Capstone Student Graduation is Coming!

The Study and Stay鈩⑩�揘ova Scotia Capstone Graduation is just around the corner! On July 17, we鈥檒l gather to celebrate the accomplishments of our remarkable 9th Capstone cohort as they complete their journey in the program. If you are a graduate or invited guest and have not yet confirmed your attendance, please do so as soon as possible. Final event details will be sent directly to confirmed attendees. We look forward to honouring this exceptional group and recognizing the milestones they鈥檝e reached in their career and settlement journeys.
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Join the听Entrepreneurship Journeys: Passion, Growth & Networking Panel

The 2025 Summer Entrepreneurial Experience (SEE) officially kicked off this week! In partnership with the Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre at Saint Mary鈥檚 University, this program supports international students with mentorship, startup funding, and hands-on workshops to help them bring their business ideas to life. We鈥檙e thrilled to welcome this year鈥檚 cohort and look forward to seeing their entrepreneurial journeys unfold.

Given that we want to support as many aspiring or current international student entrepreneurs as possible, we invite all international students (and recent grads) interested in entrepreneurship in Nova Scotia to join us for a special virtual panel discussion on Tuesday, July 24 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM. You don鈥檛 have to be part of the SEE bootcamp program to participate in this panel event.

This one-hour session, Discover the Stories Behind the Success, will spotlight four immigrant and newcomer entrepreneurs who have built values-driven businesses in Nova Scotia. Moderated by creative entrepreneur Teo Kim,听Ossama Nasrallah, Shubhra Singh, & Joyce Liu, the discussion will explore how these founders navigated challenges, stayed rooted in their cultural identity, and built meaningful community connections. Don鈥檛 miss this opportunity to hear real-world stories that reflect your journey鈥攁nd fuel your own entrepreneurial vision.听

Study and Stay鈩� Program - Summer Light Hike (Halifax)

This summer, we鈥檙e inviting international students to get outside, explore local parks, and connect with peers through two upcoming group hikes in Halifax. These beginner-friendly events offer a relaxed way to enjoy nature, bond with mentors and fellow students, and take in some of the city鈥檚 scenic green spaces. Join us for a light hike at Sir Sandford Fleming Park on Sunday, July 27, or a longer walk and social at Point Pleasant Park on Sunday, August 24. Registration is required and spots are limited鈥攄on鈥檛 miss this chance to enjoy the trails and make new connections!

Launch of the听Study Nova Scotia Destination Digital Marketing Campaign听

We鈥檙e excited to announce the launch of the Study Nova Scotia Destination Digital Marketing Campaign, a 12-month initiative developed in partnership with IDP and funded through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency鈥檚 Innovation Table. Targeting prospective international students in India, Bangladesh, and the UAE, this campaign aims to reposition Nova Scotia as a top-tier study destination by showcasing the province鈥檚 vibrant post-secondary landscape, quality of education, and welcoming communities. The campaign features 10 of our member institutions and will help raise the global profile of Nova Scotia as a place to study, live, and thrive.

July Member of the Month

We鈥檙e pleased to recognize Yolana Wassersug, Recruitment and Admissions Manager at the University of King鈥檚 College, as our July Member of the Month. A dedicated member of 同城约炮鈥檚 Student Recruitment Committee, Yolana is known for her leadership, initiative, and collaborative spirit, particularly through her coordination of the 2025 Counsellors Tour. Her commitment to international student recruitment and retention in Nova Scotia is evident in the strong connections she fosters across the sector. As Yolana puts it, 鈥淎 collaborative atmosphere is one of the best things about working in the education sector in Nova Scotia鈥� our teamwork across the sector helps to bring more international students to NS.鈥� We鈥檙e grateful for Yolana鈥檚 contributions and proud to highlight her impact within our community.

Welcoming our Two Venture for Canada Students

We鈥檙e pleased to welcome Kelvin Nguyen and Ashley Mand to the 同城约炮 team for a 7-week work placement through the Venture for Canada Intrapreneurship Program. Both are second-year students at York University鈥擪elvin studying Digital Media and Ashley pursuing a BBA, who bring a keen interest in digital marketing and social media strategy. During their time with us, they鈥檒l be working on a focused project to develop digital marketing strategies and content for several of 同城约炮鈥檚 programs. We鈥檙e excited to support their professional growth and gain fresh insights from these emerging talents.