Nova Scotia Loyal is a government program designed to make it easier for Nova Scotians to identify, purchase, and support local products.
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When you see a Nova Scotia Loyal sticker or tag on a product, you know that it’s authentically Nova Scotian.
It also means that product is rooted in a rich story of local entrepreneurship – a story which you can become a part of when you choose local.
Being Nova Scotia Loyal is about celebrating the diverse products and people that make Nova Scotia so vibrant. Whether you’re a consumer, retailer, or producer – Nova Scotia Loyal has a way to help you express your loyalty for local.
You are a local producer, harvester, crafter or manufacturer.
Looking to connect your product or business to a community of consumers who are incentivized to support it?
You may qualify to become a Nova Scotia Loyal Producer if:
Your head office is located in Nova Scotia, or is primarily (75%) owned by Nova Scotian residents.
Your business’s primary activity is the production or transformation of a product.
You are a Nova Scotia Producer who sells directly to consumers or retailers.
You can now apply to become a Nova Scotia Loyal partner and receive the Nova Scotia Loyal brand package to promote your products.
You own a business that retails Nova Scotian products.
Want to help shine a spotlight on local products?
You may qualify to become a Nova Scotia Loyal retailer if your business:
Sells one or more products provided by a Nova Scotian supplier.
Is authorized to conduct business in Nova Scotia.
Has a permanent business location in Nova Scotia.
You can now apply to become a Nova Scotia Loyal partner and receive the Nova Scotia Loyal brand package to promote local products at your retail location.
Come say 'hello' to the Nova Scotia Loyal team in your community. Be sure to check back every so often for updated event listings!
Halifax Convention Centre
Join us at the Halifax Convention Centre on Sunday, March 23rd, from 12 PM – 3 PM for Welcome Weekend – A Celebration of Local Pride!
This free, family-friendly event is all about celebrating Nova Scotia’s incredible community, culture, and local businesses. Enjoy live performances, a local pop-up market, delicious treats, fun activities for all ages, and so much more.
Christ church Amherst Parish Hall
Join us in celebrating francophone culture and taste delectable one of a kind, French toast creations in celebration of French Toast Fest. Meet our Brand Ambassador team during the French Toast Community Supper, from 4:30 to 6:30 for a chance to win exciting local prizes at our Plinko board while knowing more about how you can support local.
Halifax Exhibition Centre
Join our team at the Ideal Home Show taking place at the Halifax Exhibition Centre, March 28-30 to learn more about how you can support local and get a chance to discover our local producers at the Nova Scotia Loyal Vendor Village.
Nova Scotia is ripe with talented local producers making high quality and world class products right here at home. Discover the story of our entrepreneurs - a story which you can become a part of when you choose local.
Millen Farms is a family-owned sustainable berry farm in the heart of Nova Scotia.
Noël & Co. is a candle company with a simple mission: to create candles with a conscience.
Burnside Brewing Co. is a craft brewery founded by two no-nonsense, beer-loving guys with decades of industry experience between them.
Have questions regarding NSL? Find the answers to the most common ones below:
