Good day, Kathleen —
Too often, we take our infrastructure for granted — that is, until we see it diminish. As you’ve read in our 5 Year Investment Strategy, maintaining and improving the region’s infrastructure is key to our success: A reliable infrastructure means increased commerce. And so we begin this week’s newsletter...
TRANSPORTATION IN SW NS: AN UPDATE
As of today, the Princess of Acadia is undergoing maintenance work which will continue until April 5. And in case you missed it in last Tuesday’s Chronicle Herald, here is Denny Morrow’s op-ed piece reinforcing the concept of the ferry route as a marine highway. Speaking of highways, the Provincial and Federal governments have announced a joint investment in roads in our region. And late breaking news: Yarmouth Airport will once again be offering flights to Maine as of March 15. We’ll keep you posted on the results of ACOA’s transportation study which is due to be published in the coming weeks.
TOURISM BENEFITS FROM A STRONG INFRASTRUCTURE
When it comes to tourism in this province, getting to one’s destination is half the battle. Consequently, the condition of our roads is key to sustaining our tourism sector. And on the topic of sustainable tourism, the Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve Association is holding a two-day workshop with the goal of creating new and exciting collaborations between our region’s UNESCO-designated biosphere and local tourism operators. And another reason to keep our heads up: Upper Clements Parks has announced its plans to install zip lines and swinging suspension bridges as part of its $500,000 aerial park development.
HEALTH CARE UPDATE
South West Health will hold a meeting this week in Digby to consult with the public on ways to keep the hospital’s emergency department open all day, every day. We look forward to giving you an update on the results. A step in the right direction: A new site manager has been named for Digby General and will begin work next week.
THE LATEST STATS
From immigration to housing starts, here’s Canada At a Glance for 2009, along with Nova Scotia’s Winter 2010 Scan, which outlines major trends and issues which influence our economic and social environment.
AND THESE GENTLE REMINDERS…
You still have time to register for some great skills development workshops taking place in our region:
Grow Your Business One Employee At a Time
The Turning Point: Enhancing Your Business Skills
And with availability going fast ... How to Develop a Winning Market Strategy for Breakthrough Innovations
Ever wondered how to make better use of your woodlot? Want to invest in one? Don’t miss the Woodlot Owners Conference being held on Saturday! Learn how that humble plot of land can put money in your pocket … reap untold rewards by harvesting the mushrooms and blueberries that naturally grow there.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
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