Have your say Charting our Course Forward!
Destination Southwest Nova Association
AGM & Conference, May 12 & 13, 2010
White Point Beach Resort
Charting our Course Forward - have your say in the direction of DSWNA
Conference Program & Schedule
Registration Form - deadline Monday May 10th at 4:00pm
Southwest Award Nominations - deadline Monday May 10th at 4:00pm
Award Criteria
Nomination Form
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"Charting our Course Forward"
At the DSWNA AGM & Conference this week there will be a session/discussion on the course and direction of DSWNA moving forward. This is an industry engagement session focused on building partnerships and growing tourism in the region. These are a few questions that industry operators should reflect upon and bring responses to the session:
As a partner, what 5 services/actions do you feel DSWNA is doing well?
Which 5 services/actions do you feel DSWNA is not doing well?
What do you feel is/should the role of DSWNA be moving forward?
What do you expect as a partner?
Please register for this session by calling (902) 634-8844 by 4:00pm, Monday May 10th
AGM & Conference Information
This years Annual General Meeting and Conference will take place on May 12 & 13 at White Point Beach Resort. The conference program features a municipal tourism summit, marketing update and Nova Scotia partnership opportunities as well as several educational sessions such as Events Nova Scotia, Canada Games 2011, Adventures in Taste, UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, New7Wonders of Nature and more. The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for 1:30 on May 13 when the 2010/2011 DSWNA Board of Directors will be selected. To register for the DSWNA AGM and Conference please complete and return this form by Monday May 10th at 4:00pm.
Southwest Award Nominations
Nominate a deserving business in Southwest Nova Scotia for an award that will be presented on Wednesday May 12th, 2010 as part of the DSWNA Annual Meeting and Conference. Award categories include: Regional Awards, Partnership Award and Sustainable Practices Award. Submit your nomination form by Monday May 10th at 4:00pm, click here for the award criteria.
Monday, May 10, 2010
ADEDA News
The Bay of Fundy, its natural beauty, incredibly complex and diverse ecosystems, its unique microclimate, its traditional natural resources – and its exciting new resource potential for tomorrow –undeniably defines our way of life in Annapolis Digby. So much so that we are prone to take it for granted.
The Pull of The Tides
However the world is coming to know what those of us have come to accept. The Bay of Fundy is now one of only 28 finalists, and Canada’s only remaining entry, in the global New 7 Wonders of Nature competition. This highly publicized challenge started with 441 locations nominated from around the world identified in 220 countries. Among the finalists with the Bay of Fundy are the Amazon Rainforest, the Grand Canyon, the Great Barrier Reef and Mount Kilimanjaro. We live along the shores of greatness.
When the First year is a Vintage Year
Our unique microclimate – a gift of the Bay of Fundy – can manifest itself in wonderful ways. One new benefit is seen in the emerging wine growing potential in Bear River. Long referred to as the “Switzerland of Nova Scotia” for its dramatic hilly terrain, the geography and weather are contributing to a new reputation. It’s not the Napa Valley – but maybe just wait.
Beverage Options Abound
While Bear River can tout its nascent wine industry, at the other end of Annapolis County a longer established source of liquid solace is finding new markets. The mineral waters of Spa Springs, used medicinally for centuries by the Mi’kmaq, and sought out by visiting 18th century notables, now is finding new life as an export to the European market.
Handover Planning
While we are intrigued and excited at the new business ventures that dot Annapolis Digby, there are also many longstanding, and continuously successful, commercial enterprises here. Since no business owner plans to work forever, the Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency is partnering with Acadia University’s Centre for Social and Business Entrepreneurship to host a series of business succession planning workshops.
Healthy Options
The increasing range of available health care services in the area was showcased in the news this week. While folks in the Digby area were delighted with improved radiological services available in their area, nearby a new natural health option was being introduced.
Finally, all this focus on the Bay of Fundy has me committed to taking more advantage of our world ranked natural wonder. I have access to the shoreline and I’m going to get out on it more starting this week. For those of you who live here like I do and want to preserve this blessing, consider getting out to the upcoming consultations being scheduled by the government of Nova Scotia to discuss the critical issues facing our province’s coastline - there’s one being held in **Digby on May 11**. If you’re not lucky enough to have quick access to the Bay, consider exploring it on YouTube with the energetic and entertaining Terri McCulloch, Executive Director of Bay of Fundy Tourism, as she explores up and down the coast.
Peter McLellan
The Pull of The Tides
However the world is coming to know what those of us have come to accept. The Bay of Fundy is now one of only 28 finalists, and Canada’s only remaining entry, in the global New 7 Wonders of Nature competition. This highly publicized challenge started with 441 locations nominated from around the world identified in 220 countries. Among the finalists with the Bay of Fundy are the Amazon Rainforest, the Grand Canyon, the Great Barrier Reef and Mount Kilimanjaro. We live along the shores of greatness.
When the First year is a Vintage Year
Our unique microclimate – a gift of the Bay of Fundy – can manifest itself in wonderful ways. One new benefit is seen in the emerging wine growing potential in Bear River. Long referred to as the “Switzerland of Nova Scotia” for its dramatic hilly terrain, the geography and weather are contributing to a new reputation. It’s not the Napa Valley – but maybe just wait.
Beverage Options Abound
While Bear River can tout its nascent wine industry, at the other end of Annapolis County a longer established source of liquid solace is finding new markets. The mineral waters of Spa Springs, used medicinally for centuries by the Mi’kmaq, and sought out by visiting 18th century notables, now is finding new life as an export to the European market.
Handover Planning
While we are intrigued and excited at the new business ventures that dot Annapolis Digby, there are also many longstanding, and continuously successful, commercial enterprises here. Since no business owner plans to work forever, the Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency is partnering with Acadia University’s Centre for Social and Business Entrepreneurship to host a series of business succession planning workshops.
Healthy Options
The increasing range of available health care services in the area was showcased in the news this week. While folks in the Digby area were delighted with improved radiological services available in their area, nearby a new natural health option was being introduced.
Finally, all this focus on the Bay of Fundy has me committed to taking more advantage of our world ranked natural wonder. I have access to the shoreline and I’m going to get out on it more starting this week. For those of you who live here like I do and want to preserve this blessing, consider getting out to the upcoming consultations being scheduled by the government of Nova Scotia to discuss the critical issues facing our province’s coastline - there’s one being held in **Digby on May 11**. If you’re not lucky enough to have quick access to the Bay, consider exploring it on YouTube with the energetic and entertaining Terri McCulloch, Executive Director of Bay of Fundy Tourism, as she explores up and down the coast.
Peter McLellan
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