Houston touts Nova Scotia’s leadership as province earns ‘A’ in trade
Posted Jul 3, 2025 05:04:23 AM.
Last Updated Jul 3, 2025 11:25:36 AM.
Earlier this week, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business released its 2025 Internal Trade Report Card.
The CFIB report gives Nova Scotia an “A” grade overall — the top mark in the country — saying the province has shown leadership in removing trade barriers with other provinces.
“I’m thrilled Nova Scotia is being recognized for making things better for businesses and workers, and I hope it continues to encourage other provinces and territories to join us and make free trade a reality, nationwide,” said Premier Tim Houston. “I won’t stop working in the best interests of hard-working Nova Scotians, and this government will continue to push to advance mutual recognition policies, cut red tape and make it easier for businesses and people to thrive in Nova Scotia.”
The government says that, effective immediately, the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency will automatically recognize all provincial certifications for Red Seal skilled trades from Alberta and Quebec.
Nova Scotia was among the first to implement interprovincial direct-to-consumer sales for alcoholic beverages, which took effect June 26.
Interprovincial exports contribute about 17 per cent of Nova Scotia’s GDP and make up about half of the province’s total exports, which equate to approximately 49 per cent of all goods and services.
