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What’s new & relevant to you at the Dalhousie Libraries Black History Month: Portia White
Posted Feb 08 2010 by Tina Usmiani in Arts, Social Sciences & Sciences, General Library News
Portia White, contralto and teacher, achieved international fame as a classical concert singer in the 1940s and 1950s. White was born in Truro, Nova Scotia in 1911 and raised in Halifax. Her father, a Baptist minister, was the first Black graduate of Acadia University in 1906.
Portia White became the first Black Canadian concert singer to win approval across North America, despite difficulties obtaining bookings because of her race. She reached the high point of her brief career with a widely acclaimed recital at Town Hall, New York, in 1944. She then embarked on a highly successful tour of Canada and the northern US, attracting comparisons to African-American contralto Marian Anderson. Tributes include a commemorative postage stamp; a monument in Truro; a film documentary (Think on Me); and the 2007 East Coast Music Awards’ Helen Creighton Lifetime Achievement Award.
The Killam Library music collection includes White’s CD “First You Dream,” a collection of songs recorded in 1944 and 1945. The call number is M 23 W53 F57 1999, and you can listen to it in our audio room on the 5th floor.
Visit The Encyclopedia of Music in Canada for more information about Portia White.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Digby's New Fire Truck
Digby’s new fire truck is a first in Canada
by Leanne Delong/Digby Courier
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Article online since February 8th 2010, 10:26
Digby’s new fire truck was built to a new safety standard by a New Brunswick firm. Contributed Digby’s new fire truck is a first in Canada
There’s something different about Digby’s new fire truck, which is known in the business as a special service vehicles (SSV).
It’s more than all the bells and whistles—and sirens and lights that bedeck the vehicle.
The truck is the first special service vehicle built by Metalfab Ltd. in New Brunswick to a fire-use standard established by the Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC).
Metalfab is the first Canadian fire truck manufacturer to produce ULC vehicles and Digby acquired the company’s first such truck last October. It goes on every fire call and the Digby department is happy with it, said fire chief Robert Morgan.
The truck, which cost almost $500,000, replaced a truck from the 1980s, he said.
Metalfab president Gordon Green says the new standard increases safety for firefighters.
“When a firefighter steps inside an SSV on the way to an event, there is risk from the moment they get in the vehicle. Training reduces the risk, experience reduces the risk, and a ULC listing is another way of reducing risk by ensuring the SSV is built to a fire-use standard,” Green said.
The company began work on a ULC plan last year after questions were raised about the safety of SSVs currently in use.
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by Leanne Delong/Digby Courier
View all articles from Leanne Delong/Digby Courier
Article online since February 8th 2010, 10:26
Digby’s new fire truck was built to a new safety standard by a New Brunswick firm. Contributed Digby’s new fire truck is a first in Canada
There’s something different about Digby’s new fire truck, which is known in the business as a special service vehicles (SSV).
It’s more than all the bells and whistles—and sirens and lights that bedeck the vehicle.
The truck is the first special service vehicle built by Metalfab Ltd. in New Brunswick to a fire-use standard established by the Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC).
Metalfab is the first Canadian fire truck manufacturer to produce ULC vehicles and Digby acquired the company’s first such truck last October. It goes on every fire call and the Digby department is happy with it, said fire chief Robert Morgan.
The truck, which cost almost $500,000, replaced a truck from the 1980s, he said.
Metalfab president Gordon Green says the new standard increases safety for firefighters.
“When a firefighter steps inside an SSV on the way to an event, there is risk from the moment they get in the vehicle. Training reduces the risk, experience reduces the risk, and a ULC listing is another way of reducing risk by ensuring the SSV is built to a fire-use standard,” Green said.
The company began work on a ULC plan last year after questions were raised about the safety of SSVs currently in use.
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Ice Biscuit
By Carla Allen
THE VANGUARD
NovaNewsNow.com
The dangerous meanderings of a young beagle ended on a happy note Thursday afternoon when four people stopped to investigate and help out.
The male pup, let’s call him Biscuit - you’ll understand why later – was sighted by motorists in the middle of Lake Milo sauntering across the ice.
Lee Theriault, Greg Maillet and Scott Sisco stopped to try and call the dog to shore. Results were achieved when another motorist, who had a box of dog biscuits in her car, donated a few treats.
Jackie Jacquard, with the Yarmouth SPCA says they received a call earlier that afternoon about a loose beagle sighted on Lakeside Drive.
The dog was claimed by its owner on Friday afternoon.
THE VANGUARD
NovaNewsNow.com
The dangerous meanderings of a young beagle ended on a happy note Thursday afternoon when four people stopped to investigate and help out.
The male pup, let’s call him Biscuit - you’ll understand why later – was sighted by motorists in the middle of Lake Milo sauntering across the ice.
Lee Theriault, Greg Maillet and Scott Sisco stopped to try and call the dog to shore. Results were achieved when another motorist, who had a box of dog biscuits in her car, donated a few treats.
Jackie Jacquard, with the Yarmouth SPCA says they received a call earlier that afternoon about a loose beagle sighted on Lakeside Drive.
The dog was claimed by its owner on Friday afternoon.
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Car Crash on Hwy 217
Crash victim, injured man identified
Article online since February 7th 2010, 15:13
Crash victim, injured man identified
One young man is dead and another was seriously injured early Sunday following a single-vehicle crash near Centreville on Digby Neck.
Killed in the crash was Tyson Harnish. Taken to hospital in Halifax with unspecified injuries is Logan Raymond. Both are listed in their early 20s.
Harnish played the previous two seasons with the Digby-based Junior C team, Valley Keith’s, and the provincial Junior C league published its sympathy Sunday.
Raymond is still carried on the roster of this year’s Junior C team, the Valley Fuelers, but has been fishing much of the regular season, which ended on the weekend.
Digby firefighters, who aided the Digby Neck department at the scene, were called out at 1:44 a.m., and used the ‘Jaws of Life’ to remove both men from the car.
Article online since February 7th 2010, 15:13
Crash victim, injured man identified
One young man is dead and another was seriously injured early Sunday following a single-vehicle crash near Centreville on Digby Neck.
Killed in the crash was Tyson Harnish. Taken to hospital in Halifax with unspecified injuries is Logan Raymond. Both are listed in their early 20s.
Harnish played the previous two seasons with the Digby-based Junior C team, Valley Keith’s, and the provincial Junior C league published its sympathy Sunday.
Raymond is still carried on the roster of this year’s Junior C team, the Valley Fuelers, but has been fishing much of the regular season, which ended on the weekend.
Digby firefighters, who aided the Digby Neck department at the scene, were called out at 1:44 a.m., and used the ‘Jaws of Life’ to remove both men from the car.
Annapolis/Digby Econ. Dev't News
February tends to be cold and snowy, so hopefully you’re still geared up for winter driving, as it seems we’ve got another six weeks to go before Spring arrives. Because of inclement weather, February is often a sleeper of a month, but there’s lots happening here in Annapolis Digby, and around the province.
DIGBY GETS BACK TO BALANCE
Nova Scotia's Finance Minister has confirmed that a ‘Back to Balance’ meeting will take place in Digby on February 20. As a province, we are spending more money than we are taking in. The resulting shortfall must be covered each year by borrowing money. As more money is used to pay our debt, the province's ability to deliver critical services like health care and education will be dramatically reduced. This event will give you an opportunity to hear more, take part in discussion groups and ask questions.
LADIES LEAD AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH
In the early 1980s, celebration of Black History Month was initiated through the efforts of the Black History Month Association. It is now in its second decade and known as African Heritage Month. Beloved retired school teacher Edith Cromwell of Annapolis County, is being honoured posthumously this year.
IRVING LANDS NOW IN PROVINCIAL HANDS
The Nova Scotia government recently completed its purchase of 65,000 acres of Irving land, much of which is located in Annapolis and Digby counties. The deal will support wilderness protection, heritage conservation, recreation, and potential Mi'kmaq uses, as well as help protect jobs in the forestry industry.
SPEAKING OF FORESTRY…
A recent study published by CIBC World Markets, based on interviews with experts, industry and government leaders, predicts a bright future for the forestry sector despite the economic downturn and collapses in product demand. According to one expert, the document could serve as the basis to revitalize the industry.
PLANNING A COMMUNITY SUPPER?
Since the 16th century, the humble apple has been touted as one of the healthiest foods you can eat. In support of this home grown industry, Select Nova Scotia has declared February shall be Apple Month. In addition, the same organization is promoting winter harvest celebrations to bring people together and showcase local food. Interested in having your IncrEDIBLE Community Supper sponsored?
Here’s a yummy local supper for you and your loved one to celebrate Valentine’s Day! And back to the subject of trees, take in this week’s performance of Lights in the Forest, a play about the history of New France and the amazing ‘Electric City’ founded in Digby County over a century ago.
DIGBY GETS BACK TO BALANCE
Nova Scotia's Finance Minister has confirmed that a ‘Back to Balance’ meeting will take place in Digby on February 20. As a province, we are spending more money than we are taking in. The resulting shortfall must be covered each year by borrowing money. As more money is used to pay our debt, the province's ability to deliver critical services like health care and education will be dramatically reduced. This event will give you an opportunity to hear more, take part in discussion groups and ask questions.
LADIES LEAD AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH
In the early 1980s, celebration of Black History Month was initiated through the efforts of the Black History Month Association. It is now in its second decade and known as African Heritage Month. Beloved retired school teacher Edith Cromwell of Annapolis County, is being honoured posthumously this year.
IRVING LANDS NOW IN PROVINCIAL HANDS
The Nova Scotia government recently completed its purchase of 65,000 acres of Irving land, much of which is located in Annapolis and Digby counties. The deal will support wilderness protection, heritage conservation, recreation, and potential Mi'kmaq uses, as well as help protect jobs in the forestry industry.
SPEAKING OF FORESTRY…
A recent study published by CIBC World Markets, based on interviews with experts, industry and government leaders, predicts a bright future for the forestry sector despite the economic downturn and collapses in product demand. According to one expert, the document could serve as the basis to revitalize the industry.
PLANNING A COMMUNITY SUPPER?
Since the 16th century, the humble apple has been touted as one of the healthiest foods you can eat. In support of this home grown industry, Select Nova Scotia has declared February shall be Apple Month. In addition, the same organization is promoting winter harvest celebrations to bring people together and showcase local food. Interested in having your IncrEDIBLE Community Supper sponsored?
Here’s a yummy local supper for you and your loved one to celebrate Valentine’s Day! And back to the subject of trees, take in this week’s performance of Lights in the Forest, a play about the history of New France and the amazing ‘Electric City’ founded in Digby County over a century ago.
Parks Canada Heralds Bay of Fundy Study
Parks Canada kick-starts Bay of Fundy study
03 Feb 10
Februar 3rd, 2010
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA – CPAWS-NS is encouraged by Parks Canada’s initiative to conduct a study to identify representative marine areas in the Bay of Fundy. “This is an important milestone to protect the Bay of Fundy. We hope that a robust study will set the scientific basis for the conservation and sustainable management of the Bay of Fundy, in addition to the historical and cultural context that make up the local communities.” says Rodrigo Menafra, Marine Conservation Coordinator for CPAWS-NS.
Parks Canada has recently posted a Request for Proposals for a “Study to Identify Preliminary Representative Marine Areas for the Bay of Fundy Marine Region.” This is an important step towards Parks Canada’s commitment to set up a national system of marine protected areas, the National Marine Conservation Areas (NMCA) system, to represent the full range of marine ecosystems found in Canada's Atlantic, Arctic and Pacific oceans, and the Great Lakes.
The Bay of Fundy study will identify preliminary Representative Marine Areas (RMAs) which portray the diversity of physical oceanographic, biological and geological features, as well as its historical and cultural characteristics. Once RMAs have been indentified, extensive local consultations will be undertaken and the candidate sites will undergo a feasibility study to determine the most suitable site for establishing an NMCA.
The Digby Neck and Islands area on Nova Scotia’s Fundy coast has many features that would make it an ideal NMCA candidate site – its high conservation value, its culture and history, and some early indications of local support for the idea. An NMCA, essentially a marine National Park, can provide the Digby Neck and Islands with opportunities for ecotourism and growth in local businesses, improved infrastructure and sustainable local fisheries; diversifying the local economy without jeopardizing the natural and cultural heritage of the area.
An opportunity now exists in the Bay of Fundy for the creation of a Parks Canada National Marine Conservation Area, perhaps in the Digby Neck and Islands region, and CPAWS-NS will continue to work with local communities and stakeholders to help empower them for the challenge ahead.
Contact information:
Rodrigo Menafra
Marine Conservation Coordinator
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS-NS)
Nova Scotia Chapter
marine@cpawsns.org
www.cpawsns.org
(902) 446-4155
03 Feb 10
Februar 3rd, 2010
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA – CPAWS-NS is encouraged by Parks Canada’s initiative to conduct a study to identify representative marine areas in the Bay of Fundy. “This is an important milestone to protect the Bay of Fundy. We hope that a robust study will set the scientific basis for the conservation and sustainable management of the Bay of Fundy, in addition to the historical and cultural context that make up the local communities.” says Rodrigo Menafra, Marine Conservation Coordinator for CPAWS-NS.
Parks Canada has recently posted a Request for Proposals for a “Study to Identify Preliminary Representative Marine Areas for the Bay of Fundy Marine Region.” This is an important step towards Parks Canada’s commitment to set up a national system of marine protected areas, the National Marine Conservation Areas (NMCA) system, to represent the full range of marine ecosystems found in Canada's Atlantic, Arctic and Pacific oceans, and the Great Lakes.
The Bay of Fundy study will identify preliminary Representative Marine Areas (RMAs) which portray the diversity of physical oceanographic, biological and geological features, as well as its historical and cultural characteristics. Once RMAs have been indentified, extensive local consultations will be undertaken and the candidate sites will undergo a feasibility study to determine the most suitable site for establishing an NMCA.
The Digby Neck and Islands area on Nova Scotia’s Fundy coast has many features that would make it an ideal NMCA candidate site – its high conservation value, its culture and history, and some early indications of local support for the idea. An NMCA, essentially a marine National Park, can provide the Digby Neck and Islands with opportunities for ecotourism and growth in local businesses, improved infrastructure and sustainable local fisheries; diversifying the local economy without jeopardizing the natural and cultural heritage of the area.
An opportunity now exists in the Bay of Fundy for the creation of a Parks Canada National Marine Conservation Area, perhaps in the Digby Neck and Islands region, and CPAWS-NS will continue to work with local communities and stakeholders to help empower them for the challenge ahead.
Contact information:
Rodrigo Menafra
Marine Conservation Coordinator
Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS-NS)
Nova Scotia Chapter
marine@cpawsns.org
www.cpawsns.org
(902) 446-4155
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