 We are pleased to announce that registration for the 2018 Bright Business Conference & Awards is now open!
Bright Business is one of the biggest energy efficiency events in the region and provides a unique opportunity to meet and network with energy efficiency experts, forward-thinking policy makers, political leaders and industry trailblazers. The 2018 conference is happening on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Until September 17, 2018 After September 17, 2018 Efficiency Trade Network Member $149 +HST $149 +HST Registration (non-member) $199 +HST $249 +HST Student $50 +HST $50 +HST Is your business suffering from labour gaps?
The Atlantic Immigration Pilot (AIP) is a big opportunity for our province. Employers in Nova Scotia can use the AIP to hire foreign workers and international graduates. Learn more about how to benefit from this program by attending a Digby information session, hosted by the Western REN. Date & Time: Wednesday April 4th, 2018 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Location: Fundy Restaurant 32 Water Street Digby, NS B0V 1A0 Contact: Gino Thibeault, Immigration Lead Western REN 902-307-2771 gthibeault@westernren.ca You are invited to the 12th Annual NSCC Technology Showcase on Thursday April 5 and Friday, April 6.
We are pleased to provide you and your peers this opportunity to network and interact with our students as they present their projects. This event provides a snapshot of the innovative projects our students are developing either independently or in collaboration with you and other partners. Explore how we can work together on future projects! Industry Networking Event Date: Thursday, April 5, 2018 Time: 4 pm – 6pm Location: Ivany Campus, 80 Mawiomi Place, Dartmouth, NS The Technology Showcase is open to everyone on Friday, April 6 from 9am to 2pm. If you're unable to make the Industry Networking Event, please feel free to stop by on Friday to catch the excitement of the Showcase. RSVP by March 26 to stephanie.sullivan@nscc.ca  Dear Members,
The Nova Scotia members of the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce have expressed their objection to the piecemeal and negative approach proposed by the provincial government in granting economic development powers to a single municipal entity. The attached letter sent the Premier and Minister of Municipal Affairs outlines the chambers’ concerns that such an approach will instigate a situation where municipalities across the province vie for competitive advantage by according targeted tax breaks and short-term business subsidies. Our members reject this uncoordinated approach to reforming municipal governance and submit that a province-wide modernization of the act will provide a more effective and positive solution to sustaining municipalities. The Fretless ... coming to the Digby Regional High School Community Theatre
Mount Street Wednesday, March 28, 2018 7:00 p.m. Digby and Area Theatre Society (DATS) is pleased to promote a one-night concert of the musical group The Fretless, a new approach to music that is quickly gaining high acclaim around the world. They have just returned from the United Kingdom where their music entertained audiences from London to Glasgow. This unique band is taking string music to fascinating places as it transforms fiddle tunes and folk melodies into intricate, beautiful, high-energy arrangements. The Fretless is an innovation in music that must be heard. They harbour all the energy of fiddle tunes, while shattering all expectations in writing, creativity and performance. Advance tickets are available at Digby Convenience, Conway Quick Stop, Lequille General Store and Weymouth Mercantile $18. At the door $20.  Good afternoon,
For your information The Canadian and Provincial Chambers delivered this letter to the Minister of Finance and Prime Minister today following the budget seeking a comprehensive tax review. Read Letter About the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce As the strong, credible and unified voice that influences an environment where business in Atlantic Canada succeeds, the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) represents more than 16,000 businesses through its network of 93 chambers of commerce and boards of trade in the four Atlantic provinces. ACC is a catalyst to influence, educate and advocate on policy related issues to support business, deliver high-value services and opportunities to our members, and to support and promote initiatives that contribute to sustainable economic growth in the region. For more information: Sheri Somerville CEO Atlantic Chamber of Commerce sheri@atlanticchamber.ca 506.654.6863  For your convenience, the registration link is included here: https://novascotiaimmigration.com/room-to-grow-summit/
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As you may have heard, 2018 is the Canada-China Year of Tourism. I am writing to you today to let you know about some of the work the Government of Canada is doing to attract more Chinese tourists to Canada. Our Government is working to double the number of Chinese tourists that come to Canada by 2021. We are enhancing our efforts to market Canada to Chinese consumers, because when more Chinese visitors come to our communities, it means more dollars spent at our local businesses and more jobs for Canadians. More and more, Chinese tourists are travelling the world and this represents a huge opportunity for Canada’s tourism sector. In 2016, Chinese tourists spent $1.5 billion in Canada. China is our third-largest tourism market, and the number of Chinese visitors coming to Canada keeps growing. And we know Chinese tourists typically spend more money in our communities than the average visitor. This is great news, and we believe the best is still to come! The Canada-China Year of Tourism is a golden opportunity for businesses across the country. I therefore encourage you to display the Canada-China Year of Tourism logo proudly at your business to welcome visitors. You can download it for free at Canada.ca/ccyt2018. Also on the site, you will find key resources on how your business can get ready to welcome Chinese visitors. Feel free to reach out to my office if you have any comments to share with us. We can be reached at Colin.Fraser@parl.gc.ca or 1-866-280-5302. Yours very truly, Colin Fraser, M.P. Good afternoon, The Government of Canada recently announced a $120 million investment to expand the network of electric vehicle charging and alternative fuel stations across the country as part of the Government’s efforts to encourage Canadians to reduce their carbon footprint. Natural Resources Canada is accepting proposals until March 22, 2018 for its Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative, which could fund up to 50% of the total project costs to a maximum of $50,000 per electric vehicle charging unit. For more information on the program criteria and how to apply, I encourage you to visit the following website: https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/alternative-fuels/fuel-facts/ecoenergy/18352 Please let me know if our office can be of any assistance. Best regards, Jason  Dear NS Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade;
In keeping with the revised terms of reference for the Provincial Advisory Committee, we are providing a copy of the minutes of the PACs latest conference call on February 21. Read Minutes Strait Area Letter to Premier McNeil Should you have any questions or which to provide a comment please contact Glenn Davis via email at glenn@atlanticchamber.ca And in the interest of keeping your members informed and equipped to address workplace issues, the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce is sharing the following notifications. Sexual Harassment in the Work Place - Education Campaign On International Women’s Day, March 8, the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission will launch the Safe Spaces educational campaign that will provide NS businesses with new resources including a template for organizations to develop a sexual harassment policy. In support of the Human Rights Commissions effort to curb instances of sexual harassment and educate employers and workers regarding their rights and responsibilities, we urge business owners to review the attached material and contact the Commission directly for more information at www.safespacesns.ca. Immigrant Settlement Association Available to Inform Members The staff at ISANS has communicated a desire and willingness to provide chambers of commerce with information on programs and opportunities available to businesses who have or may be considering employing an immigrant or refugee. ISANS has indicated they would be available at no cost to speak to local members about the challenges and available supports to facilitate hiring and retention of newcomers. This type of event could provide an opportunity to open a dialogue between business and ISANS about the realities welcoming newcomers to local economies and how issues can be addressed. Should you be interested in scheduling a lunch and learn as early as late March or early April, please contact Clifford MacDonald, Coordinator of Employer Partnership and Outreach Programs at cbmacdonald@isans.ca or by phone at 902-406-8694. About the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce As the strong, credible and unified voice that influences an environment where business in Atlantic Canada succeeds, the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC) represents more than 16,000 businesses through its network of 93 chambers of commerce and boards of trade in the four Atlantic provinces. ACC is a catalyst to influence, educate and advocate on policy related issues to support business, deliver high-value services and opportunities to our members, and to support and promote initiatives that contribute to sustainable economic growth in the region. For more information: Sheri Somerville CEO Atlantic Chamber of Commerce sheri@atlanticchamber.ca 506.654.6863 |
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