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Taste of Nova Scotia

Working closely with our members, industry partners and a board of directors, Taste of Nova Scotia is active in a number areas connected to the development of our food and drink industry.

Taste of Nova Scotia is a province-wide, non-profit marketing association, whose members are committed to offering exceptional local culinary products and experiences. Launched in 1989 as a joint marketing initiative between Nova Scotia’s private and public sectors, our key mandate is to facilitate the growth of our members while promoting the unique quality of our Nova Scotia food and beverage products to consumers, both locally and around the world.

We have over 175 members who set and maintain the Taste of Nova Scotia quality standards for food, service and hospitality. They include producers, processors and an outstanding collection of restaurants. Businesses interested in joining Taste of Nova Scotia undergo an in-depth application process to ensure that they adhere to our membership criteria.


Meet Our Team

We are a small but mighty team of professionals dedicated to putting Nova Scotia on the culinary map.

Emily Haynes

Executive Director

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Brenda Wilson

Accounting Manager

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Amber MacLean

Manager of Membership Services & Events

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Janice Mitchell

Gift Box Manager

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