Canadian Curling Association announces three future event sites
The Canadian Curling Association (CCA) today announced the sites for three national championships for the 2010-2011 season.
The 2011 Canadian Senior Men’s and Women’s Curling Championships will be held in Digby, Nova Scotia, March 19-26, at both the Digby Curling Club and Digby and Area Arena. The championships will be chaired by Bob Powell.
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The 2011 Canadian Mixed will take place at the Morris Curling Club in Morris, Manitoba, November 20-27, 2010, under the direction of co-chairs Resby Coutts and Brenda Recksiedler. Manitoba has won eight Mixed titles (Alberta leads with nine) since the championship began in 1964 in Toronto, including a victory last November by Winnipeg skip Sean Grassie, when the 2009 Mixed was staged in Iqaluit, Nunavut.
The province has hosted four previous Canadian Mixed championships, the last in 1989 in Brandon, when won by Prince Edward Island’s Robert Campbell. Other sites were in 1968 in St. Boniface, 1974 and 1981 in Winnipeg.
The 2011 M&M Meat Shops Canadian Junior Men’s and Women’s Curling Championships will return to Calgary, Alberta, January 29-February 6, with round robin play at both the North Hill Community Curling Club and The Glencoe Club. The co-chairs are Jim Dang and Louise Sheeran.
Alberta has won a leading 15 Canadian junior men’s titles, the last by Charley Thomas in 2007, since 1950, when the championship began in Québec City, and five junior women’s crowns, the last by Heather Nedohin (Godberson) in 1996, since the first event in 1971 in Vancouver. The men’s and women’s championships were contested separately until being combined, beginning in 1987 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
Alberta has previously hosted six junior men’s and five junior women’s championships, the last in Calgary in 1998, when won by Ontario’s John Morris and New Brunswick’s Melissa McClure.
Nova Scotia has staged three previous Canadian Seniors championships, all in Halifax – the 1971 men’s and the 1974 and 1984 women’s. The province has yet to win a Canadian senior men’s title, but has now taken three Canadian senior women’s championships, two by skip Verda Kempton, in 1982 and 1987, and this year’s renewal by skip Colleen Pinkney of Truro, who captured the 2009 championship in Summerside, Prince Edward Island last month.
Meanwhile, the Canadian/world championships previously announced for the 2009-2010 season are: Canadian Mixed, November 15-22 in Burlington, ON; M&M Meat Shops Canadian Juniors, January 16-24 in Sorel-Tracy, QC; Scotties Tournament of Hearts, January 30-February 7 in Sault Ste. Marie, ON; Tim Hortons Brier, March 6-14 in Halifax, NS; Ford World Women’s, March 20-28 in Swift Current, SK, World Men’s, April 3-11 in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy, World Mixed Doubles and World Seniors, April 16-24 in Chelyabinsk, Russia.
The sites for the 2010 Canadian Senior Men’s and Women’s Curling Championships, Canadian Interuniversity Sport/CCA Championships and the Canadian Wheelchair Championship will be announced by May 1.
Other curling events in Canada next season include the pre-Trials competition in Prince George, BC, November 10-14; the Tim Hortons Canadian Curling Trials, December 6-13 in Edmonton, which will determine Canada’s representatives for the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, where the curling competition takes place from February 16-27, followed by the Paralympic Games, March 12-21, also in Vancouver.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Digby Municipal Council Minutes
Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe Council meeting was called to order with Warden Gregoryin the chair at 6:00 p.m. AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryPrayerWarden Gregory welcomed everyone to the meeting and asked everyone to pause to seek guidance for the meeting. Warden Gregory thanked everyone for coming and read theMunicipality’s mission statement.AgendaDeputy Warden MacAlpine added Development of CommunityFeeding Tariff Projects as New Business #10. Councillor Tudoradded Islands Nurse Practitioner as New Business #11.MOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved asamended.MOTION CARRIEDPresentationsKatie Harvieux –DARC Active LivingCoordinatorMOVED and seconded that Ms. Katie Harvieux, DARCActive Living Coordinator come before Council to make a presentation.MOTION CARRIEDMs. Harvieux came before Council to make a presentationregarding the Active Living Strategy she is working on. Thestrategy is a multi-year plan which is aimed at getting people inthe Town and Municipality of Digby more active. It is aprovince wide project. She is currently developing theframework for public meetings and focus groups. They did atelephone survey of 300 residents from the Town andMunicipality of Digby which asked questions that will serve asa benchmark if they decide to do the survey again after thestrategy is in place. The goals of the program are to makepeople aware of the level of activity that keeps people healthyas well as making people aware of the health concerns that canoccur if a healthy lifestyle isn’t in effect. A question and answer period followed the presentation. It was suggested to have a running club and was noted that people are morecommitted to exercise if there is a group they are involved with.It was also suggested that morning or afternoon meetings beheld for seniors to be involved in the process. Council wouldlike to see all schools in the Town and Municipality of Digby beinvolved in the process. Warden Gregory thanked Ms.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2Harvieux for the presentation. MinutesNovember 22, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council ofNovember 22, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness#1 Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopmentCommittee – FirstReading of Amendment # 11 of Tax Exemption By-law 2000-02.MOVED and seconded that first reading be approved forAmendment # 11 of the Tax Exemption By-law 2002-02 adding the Old Weymouth Library Building to Schedule“A”.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine No Old Business.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.Councillor Tudor No Old Business.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 Ashley Lee Smith, Islands Consolidated School – Youth GrantRequestMOVED and seconded that a grant of $250 be given to Ashley Lee Smith from Islands Consolidated School.MOTION CARRIED#2 Jean Brittain, Chair, DARC –Canadian CurlingSeniors Event A request has been received from DARC for theMunicipality of Digby to sponsor the Canadian CurlingSeniors Event by purchasing squares on the ice surface inwhich the Municipal logo would be put in the ice.MOVED and seconded that Council sponsor the CanadianCurling Seniors Event in the amount of $250 as well asdonate 125 Municipal pins for the event.MOTION CARRIED#3 ShelburneChamber of Commerce – Letter of Support The Shelburne Chamber of Commerce is looking for a letterof support for a Yarmouth ferry. Council expressed thatthey would like to support a tourist ferry, but not one thatwould compete with Digby with commercial traffic.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3MOVED and seconded that Council send a letter of supportto Community and Economic Development, the Town ofShelburne and carbon-copied to Honourable Percy Paris,Minister of Economic and Rural Development, for a touristferry to come to Yarmouth. It was mentioned that tourism numbers have dropped off dramatically and that the boat will be supported.MOTION CARRIED#4 DARC – Citizen Appointment – J.P. Hugh SprouleMOVED and seconded that J.P. Hugh Sproule be appointedas a citizen representative to the Digby Area RecreationCommission.MOTION CARRIED#5 Councillor Tudor –Freeport Public Wharf Councillor Tudor advised that there have been gates put upbarring public access to the Freeport Wharf after hours.Local residents have been in the habit of walking on thewharf in the evening and aren’t happy with the decision.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to Shirley Scott stating that Council feels for her not being able to go for walks on the wharf; however, municipalities don’t havecontrol over the wharfs. MOTION CARRIED#6 Scotiabank –Annual BorrowingResolution It was pointed out that the letter from Scotiabank referred tothe Town as opposed to the Municipality. Council wouldlike them to be informed of the error and request that futurecorrespondence references the correct unit. MOVED and seconded that Council accept the annualborrowing resolution for the Municipality.MOTION CARRIED#7 Deputy Warden MacAlpine – MEDIC Deputy Warden MacAlpine attended the last MEDIC meeting on the Warden’s behalf. There was a discussion regarding a request that had been received from theDalhousie Medical Program to bring 10 to 12 students toDigby General Hospital. This would provide them with anopportunity to gain experience in a hospital setting as wellas give Digby the opportunity to showcase the area. TheMunicipality’s portion to fund this opportunity would be upto $1,000. The CAO noted that there are funds in thebudget to cover this request.MOVED and seconded that Council contribute up to $1,000to bring in 10-12 students from Dalhousie Medical Schoolfor a weekend to Digby General Hospital. It was mentioned to contact Jean Brittain to see if there issomething that can be done to promote the Digby area.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4MOTION CARRIED#8 Cooke’s Aquaculture – Letter of SupportMOVED and seconded that the Council of the Municipality of the District of Digby provide a letter of support for theproposed growth expansion and investment strategy of Cooke’s Aquaculture providing it is done in anenvironmentally sustainable manner and brings social andeconomic benefit to the people and communities of ruralNova Scotia.MOTION CARRIED1 OPPOSED – Councillor Tudor#9 Councillor Tudor –Community Sign for FreeportThe community of Freeport would like to have a communityevents sign. The cost of a basic sign is $2,500. The StudentAdvisory Council is willing to contribute some funds. Counciladvised that the Village has to be contacted first. The Villagecan request funding from the Municipality if necessary. #10 Deputy Warden MacAlpine -Development of Community FeedingTariff Projects Deputy Warden MacAlpine advised Council that heattended a UNSM meeting in which Community Feeding Tariff Projects were discussed. Council needs to explorethis as it is an opportunity to raise revenue in Nova Scotiaoutside of property taxes. There are several renewableenergy projects. Deputy Warden MacAlpine will make theinformation available to Council. It was suggested that theIndustrial Commission do research on this and bring it backto Council.#11 Councillor Tudor - Islands NursePractitioner Councillor Tudor advised Council that the NursePractitioner on the Islands is gone before the contract wasup as has happened in the past. It was suggested that this concern be forwarded to MEDIC.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to MEDICstating that Council recognizes that the Islands should haveaccess to a fully operating clinic with a consistent staff.MOTION CARRIEDCAO Report The CAO report for January 24, 2011 was included in themeeting package.Request for Decision/DirectionDigby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee – CouncilAppointment Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committee islooking for a Council appointment and it would like to see this member also sit on the Planning Advisory Committee.MOVED and seconded that Council appoint CouncillorAdams to the Digby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5MeetingDates/Reminders Councillor Amero is unable to attend the meetingsscheduled for both February 14 and 21. Councillor Adamsis also unable to attend the February 21 meeting. It wasagreed to cancel the meeting for February 21, 2011. April 25, 2011 is Easter Monday, so it was agreed to changethe Council meeting to April 26, 2011.PayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$478,612.03 for the month of November 2010 be approvedas presented.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$488,503.28 for the month of December 2010 be approved aspresented.MOTION CARRIEDFinancial Report The financial report for November 30, 2010 was circulated.Council CommitteesRecommendations toCouncil fromCommittee of theWholeBuilding Inspector –Appointment of CathyBarrMOVED and seconded that Council appoint Cathy Barr asa Municipal Building Inspector.MOTION CARRIEDRecommendations toCouncil from Bylaw& Policy CommitteeDog By-law 2006-02TLC Animal Shelter AgreementMOVED and seconded that Council approve first reading of the amendment to Dog By-law 2006-02.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council accept the contract agreement for the TLC Animal Shelter.MOTION CARRIEDAdvisory CommitteesDigby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee The Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committeeminutes from October 2010 were included in the meetingpackage.Heritage AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Heritage Advisory Committee meetingsince the last Council meeting. There should soon be a meeting.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Planning AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Planning Advisory Committee meetingsince the last report.Police AdvisoryCommittee There is a Police Advisory Committee meeting scheduledfor February 8, 2011. There is one citizen position thatneeds to be filled.REMO ManagementPlanning Committee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutesfrom September 2010 were included in the meetingpackage. November 23, 2010 was the last meeting. Therewas a discussion about the amount of water flowing in theback country. Tri County HousingAuthority The Tri County Housing Authority was last reported on inNovember 2010. The reports are on a quarterly basis.Regional / Joint CommitteesAirport WorkingGroup There has been no Airport Working Group meeting sincethe last Council meeting.Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for November and December 2010were included in the meeting package. Also included wasthe 2010 mid-year review. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2011.Digby AnnapolisDevelopment Corp There is a tentative DADC meeting scheduled for February7, 2011. They need to discuss the facility.Digby Area LearningAssociation There hasn’t been a Digby Area Learning Associationmeeting since November. There is a meeting scheduled for January 26, 2011.Digby Area TourismAssociation The Digby Area Tourism Association minutes for November 2010 were included in the meeting package.Councillor Tudor has volunteered to put together a passportprogram similar to the one that is used in the Yukon. ThePines have agreed to put together a one week visit for thegrand prize. There will be smaller prizes as well. Theprogram is designed to get tourists to go to differentattractions and local businesses to obtain a stamp.Councillor Tudor is putting together a rough draft for thenext meeting. Councillor Tudor also noted the Province has agreed to putthe whale watching symbol on signage as opposed to thelighthouse as originally planned.Digby Area Recreation Committee The DARC minutes for November 2010 as well as staffreports were included in the meeting package. Things are going well at DARC. They are currentlylooking for volunteers. Digby Harbour PortAssociation The Digby Harbour Port Association minutes for July 2010were included in the Council package. The next meeting isscheduled for January 27, 2011.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7 There has been a fair amount of weather damage done to thewharf. Councillor Gregory will obtain the up-to-dateminutes and distribute to Council.Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the lastreport. Fundyweb Broadband Fundyweb Broadband has not met since the last report.Deputy Warden MacAlpine has had a discussion with theDirector of Finance from Annapolis and it is hoped to havea meeting by the end of February.Industrial Commission The Industrial Commission meeting minutes for June 2010were included in the meeting package. The main discussionof the meeting was regarding the direction to take for tidalpower in the Bay of Fundy.Kings TransitAuthority The Kings Transit Authority minutes for December 2010,and the ridership report for November 2010 were includedin the meeting package. The meeting scheduled for January20, 2011 was postponed to January 27, 2011. CouncillorAmero will be unable to attend. Councillor Adams added that she attended a meeting for Warden Gregory in regards to Kings Transit. It wasdiscussed that with Convergys shutting down, there will betwelve minutes added to the schedule. The Town of Digbyis trying to get them to come downtown and also to theferry when it is in.Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee Coordinator’s report forJanuary 2011 was included in the meeting package. Therewas a meeting on January 11, 2011. Dawn Thomas hasbeen very busy. The workshop Ms. Thomas presented toUNSM has made Digby high profile in the Province. There was a discussion regarding grants that might beavailable for the program.Tideview Terrace There was a Continuing Care Innovation documentcirculated to Council. There is a Tideview Terrace meetingon January 25, 2011 in which an update will be given on thenew Tideview. It was noted that the proceeds from the Robbie Burns dinnerwas being donated to Tideview. Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for September 2010 as well asstaff reports were included in the meeting package. Thenext meeting is February 14, 2011. Construction is ongoing for the public drop off site by thetransfer station. It is hoped to have it up in operation soon.People will be able to drop off their garbage if it has beenmissed or if they are going to be away. It is hoped that this will stop illegal dumping.Western CountiesRegional Library November 25, 2010 was the last meeting with TrudyAmirault. There was a new person lined up to take herplace, but that person ended up declining the position. Theposition is being advertised again. There is someone in
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8place for the interim. Council ActivityReports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month. The Hanse Society should be added under the RegionalCommittees as Councillor Amero will be reporting on thiscommittee.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Deputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Comments from thegallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions or comments.BreakMOVED and seconded that there be a five minute breakbefore proceeding in camera.MOTION CARRIEDIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera to discuss contractual issues.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:40PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2Harvieux for the presentation. MinutesNovember 22, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council ofNovember 22, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness#1 Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopmentCommittee – FirstReading of Amendment # 11 of Tax Exemption By-law 2000-02.MOVED and seconded that first reading be approved forAmendment # 11 of the Tax Exemption By-law 2002-02 adding the Old Weymouth Library Building to Schedule“A”.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine No Old Business.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.Councillor Tudor No Old Business.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 Ashley Lee Smith, Islands Consolidated School – Youth GrantRequestMOVED and seconded that a grant of $250 be given to Ashley Lee Smith from Islands Consolidated School.MOTION CARRIED#2 Jean Brittain, Chair, DARC –Canadian CurlingSeniors Event A request has been received from DARC for theMunicipality of Digby to sponsor the Canadian CurlingSeniors Event by purchasing squares on the ice surface inwhich the Municipal logo would be put in the ice.MOVED and seconded that Council sponsor the CanadianCurling Seniors Event in the amount of $250 as well asdonate 125 Municipal pins for the event.MOTION CARRIED#3 ShelburneChamber of Commerce – Letter of Support The Shelburne Chamber of Commerce is looking for a letterof support for a Yarmouth ferry. Council expressed thatthey would like to support a tourist ferry, but not one thatwould compete with Digby with commercial traffic.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3MOVED and seconded that Council send a letter of supportto Community and Economic Development, the Town ofShelburne and carbon-copied to Honourable Percy Paris,Minister of Economic and Rural Development, for a touristferry to come to Yarmouth. It was mentioned that tourism numbers have dropped off dramatically and that the boat will be supported.MOTION CARRIED#4 DARC – Citizen Appointment – J.P. Hugh SprouleMOVED and seconded that J.P. Hugh Sproule be appointedas a citizen representative to the Digby Area RecreationCommission.MOTION CARRIED#5 Councillor Tudor –Freeport Public Wharf Councillor Tudor advised that there have been gates put upbarring public access to the Freeport Wharf after hours.Local residents have been in the habit of walking on thewharf in the evening and aren’t happy with the decision.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to Shirley Scott stating that Council feels for her not being able to go for walks on the wharf; however, municipalities don’t havecontrol over the wharfs. MOTION CARRIED#6 Scotiabank –Annual BorrowingResolution It was pointed out that the letter from Scotiabank referred tothe Town as opposed to the Municipality. Council wouldlike them to be informed of the error and request that futurecorrespondence references the correct unit. MOVED and seconded that Council accept the annualborrowing resolution for the Municipality.MOTION CARRIED#7 Deputy Warden MacAlpine – MEDIC Deputy Warden MacAlpine attended the last MEDIC meeting on the Warden’s behalf. There was a discussion regarding a request that had been received from theDalhousie Medical Program to bring 10 to 12 students toDigby General Hospital. This would provide them with anopportunity to gain experience in a hospital setting as wellas give Digby the opportunity to showcase the area. TheMunicipality’s portion to fund this opportunity would be upto $1,000. The CAO noted that there are funds in thebudget to cover this request.MOVED and seconded that Council contribute up to $1,000to bring in 10-12 students from Dalhousie Medical Schoolfor a weekend to Digby General Hospital. It was mentioned to contact Jean Brittain to see if there issomething that can be done to promote the Digby area.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4MOTION CARRIED#8 Cooke’s Aquaculture – Letter of SupportMOVED and seconded that the Council of the Municipality of the District of Digby provide a letter of support for theproposed growth expansion and investment strategy of Cooke’s Aquaculture providing it is done in anenvironmentally sustainable manner and brings social andeconomic benefit to the people and communities of ruralNova Scotia.MOTION CARRIED1 OPPOSED – Councillor Tudor#9 Councillor Tudor –Community Sign for FreeportThe community of Freeport would like to have a communityevents sign. The cost of a basic sign is $2,500. The StudentAdvisory Council is willing to contribute some funds. Counciladvised that the Village has to be contacted first. The Villagecan request funding from the Municipality if necessary. #10 Deputy Warden MacAlpine -Development of Community FeedingTariff Projects Deputy Warden MacAlpine advised Council that heattended a UNSM meeting in which Community Feeding Tariff Projects were discussed. Council needs to explorethis as it is an opportunity to raise revenue in Nova Scotiaoutside of property taxes. There are several renewableenergy projects. Deputy Warden MacAlpine will make theinformation available to Council. It was suggested that theIndustrial Commission do research on this and bring it backto Council.#11 Councillor Tudor - Islands NursePractitioner Councillor Tudor advised Council that the NursePractitioner on the Islands is gone before the contract wasup as has happened in the past. It was suggested that this concern be forwarded to MEDIC.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to MEDICstating that Council recognizes that the Islands should haveaccess to a fully operating clinic with a consistent staff.MOTION CARRIEDCAO Report The CAO report for January 24, 2011 was included in themeeting package.Request for Decision/DirectionDigby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee – CouncilAppointment Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committee islooking for a Council appointment and it would like to see this member also sit on the Planning Advisory Committee.MOVED and seconded that Council appoint CouncillorAdams to the Digby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5MeetingDates/Reminders Councillor Amero is unable to attend the meetingsscheduled for both February 14 and 21. Councillor Adamsis also unable to attend the February 21 meeting. It wasagreed to cancel the meeting for February 21, 2011. April 25, 2011 is Easter Monday, so it was agreed to changethe Council meeting to April 26, 2011.PayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$478,612.03 for the month of November 2010 be approvedas presented.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$488,503.28 for the month of December 2010 be approved aspresented.MOTION CARRIEDFinancial Report The financial report for November 30, 2010 was circulated.Council CommitteesRecommendations toCouncil fromCommittee of theWholeBuilding Inspector –Appointment of CathyBarrMOVED and seconded that Council appoint Cathy Barr asa Municipal Building Inspector.MOTION CARRIEDRecommendations toCouncil from Bylaw& Policy CommitteeDog By-law 2006-02TLC Animal Shelter AgreementMOVED and seconded that Council approve first reading of the amendment to Dog By-law 2006-02.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council accept the contract agreement for the TLC Animal Shelter.MOTION CARRIEDAdvisory CommitteesDigby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee The Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committeeminutes from October 2010 were included in the meetingpackage.Heritage AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Heritage Advisory Committee meetingsince the last Council meeting. There should soon be a meeting.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Planning AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Planning Advisory Committee meetingsince the last report.Police AdvisoryCommittee There is a Police Advisory Committee meeting scheduledfor February 8, 2011. There is one citizen position thatneeds to be filled.REMO ManagementPlanning Committee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutesfrom September 2010 were included in the meetingpackage. November 23, 2010 was the last meeting. Therewas a discussion about the amount of water flowing in theback country. Tri County HousingAuthority The Tri County Housing Authority was last reported on inNovember 2010. The reports are on a quarterly basis.Regional / Joint CommitteesAirport WorkingGroup There has been no Airport Working Group meeting sincethe last Council meeting.Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for November and December 2010were included in the meeting package. Also included wasthe 2010 mid-year review. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2011.Digby AnnapolisDevelopment Corp There is a tentative DADC meeting scheduled for February7, 2011. They need to discuss the facility.Digby Area LearningAssociation There hasn’t been a Digby Area Learning Associationmeeting since November. There is a meeting scheduled for January 26, 2011.Digby Area TourismAssociation The Digby Area Tourism Association minutes for November 2010 were included in the meeting package.Councillor Tudor has volunteered to put together a passportprogram similar to the one that is used in the Yukon. ThePines have agreed to put together a one week visit for thegrand prize. There will be smaller prizes as well. Theprogram is designed to get tourists to go to differentattractions and local businesses to obtain a stamp.Councillor Tudor is putting together a rough draft for thenext meeting. Councillor Tudor also noted the Province has agreed to putthe whale watching symbol on signage as opposed to thelighthouse as originally planned.Digby Area Recreation Committee The DARC minutes for November 2010 as well as staffreports were included in the meeting package. Things are going well at DARC. They are currentlylooking for volunteers. Digby Harbour PortAssociation The Digby Harbour Port Association minutes for July 2010were included in the Council package. The next meeting isscheduled for January 27, 2011.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7 There has been a fair amount of weather damage done to thewharf. Councillor Gregory will obtain the up-to-dateminutes and distribute to Council.Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the lastreport. Fundyweb Broadband Fundyweb Broadband has not met since the last report.Deputy Warden MacAlpine has had a discussion with theDirector of Finance from Annapolis and it is hoped to havea meeting by the end of February.Industrial Commission The Industrial Commission meeting minutes for June 2010were included in the meeting package. The main discussionof the meeting was regarding the direction to take for tidalpower in the Bay of Fundy.Kings TransitAuthority The Kings Transit Authority minutes for December 2010,and the ridership report for November 2010 were includedin the meeting package. The meeting scheduled for January20, 2011 was postponed to January 27, 2011. CouncillorAmero will be unable to attend. Councillor Adams added that she attended a meeting for Warden Gregory in regards to Kings Transit. It wasdiscussed that with Convergys shutting down, there will betwelve minutes added to the schedule. The Town of Digbyis trying to get them to come downtown and also to theferry when it is in.Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee Coordinator’s report forJanuary 2011 was included in the meeting package. Therewas a meeting on January 11, 2011. Dawn Thomas hasbeen very busy. The workshop Ms. Thomas presented toUNSM has made Digby high profile in the Province. There was a discussion regarding grants that might beavailable for the program.Tideview Terrace There was a Continuing Care Innovation documentcirculated to Council. There is a Tideview Terrace meetingon January 25, 2011 in which an update will be given on thenew Tideview. It was noted that the proceeds from the Robbie Burns dinnerwas being donated to Tideview. Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for September 2010 as well asstaff reports were included in the meeting package. Thenext meeting is February 14, 2011. Construction is ongoing for the public drop off site by thetransfer station. It is hoped to have it up in operation soon.People will be able to drop off their garbage if it has beenmissed or if they are going to be away. It is hoped that this will stop illegal dumping.Western CountiesRegional Library November 25, 2010 was the last meeting with TrudyAmirault. There was a new person lined up to take herplace, but that person ended up declining the position. Theposition is being advertised again. There is someone in
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8place for the interim. Council ActivityReports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month. The Hanse Society should be added under the RegionalCommittees as Councillor Amero will be reporting on thiscommittee.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Deputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Comments from thegallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions or comments.BreakMOVED and seconded that there be a five minute breakbefore proceeding in camera.MOTION CARRIEDIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera to discuss contractual issues.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:40PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Digby Municipal Council Agenda
Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011Meeting LocationMunicipal Council ChambersCall to OrderWarden Linda GregoryPause to Seek GuidanceWarden Linda GregoryReading of Mission StatementWarden Linda GregoryApproval ofthe AgendaAdditions/Deletions Council StaffSpecial PresentationsPresentations Jenny Milligan- Tri-CountyWomen’s CentreMinutesApproval/Amendments January 24, 2011
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011BusinessArising from Minutes/Old Business1.Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopmentCommittee Final Reading of Amendment # 11 of Tax Exemption By-law 2000-02 Amendment 11Old Weymouth Library Building2.Dog By-law Final Reading of Amendment toDog By-law 2006-02Councillor AmeroCouncillor AdamsCouncillor TudorDeputyWardenMacAlpineWarden Linda Gregory
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011NewBusiness# 1South West MusicFestival Funding - $ 100 (MunicipalMarketing Budget)# 2By-law for Regulation of Wind Turbines Possible Amendment toDefinition of Domestic WindTurbine# 3Digby Town andMunicipal HousingBoard (Tideview Terrace) Appointment of elected official# 4IntermunicipalAgreement with Town of Digby Amendment to include PublicDrop Off# 5Deputy Warden MacAlpine Seasonal Tourist Designation for Artist Studios# 6Warden Gregory Letter of acknowledgementCAOReport# 1Request for Decision or Direction# 2Meeting Dates/Reminders#3Meeting Action Items Update#4Special Project Update#5Payables –January 2011#6Financial Report- January 31, 2011
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011Correspondence1.RCMP vs CTV Benefit Hockey Game2.Dan Mills to Minister Sterling Belliveau3.Democracy 250 Youth Engagement Legacy Trust4.SNSMR Response to NS Assoc of Realtors Re CapAssessment5.NS Trails Federation6.Canadian Federation of Independent Business7.Census Jobs8.New Horizons for Seniors Program9.Shelburne Chamber of Commerce Progress Updateand PresentationCouncil CommitteesRecommendationsto Council fromCommittee of the WholeRecommendationsto Council fromBy-law & Policy CommitteeDangerous & Unsightly PolicyLow Income Tax Exemption 2011
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011AdvisoryCommitteesDigby Source WaterProtection AdvisoryCommitteeCouncillor Adams No meeting since last reportHeritage AdvisoryCommitteeCouncillor AmeroCouncillor Adams Minutes-April 2010Meeting scheduled for March 10thPlanning AdvisoryCommitteeWarden GregoryCouncillor AdamsCouncillor Tudor No meeting since last reportPolice AdvisoryCommitteeWarden GregoryCouncillor AmeroCouncillor Adams Appointment of KathleenGidney as citizen rep (lastvacancy left to fill) No meeting since last reportREMO AdvisoryCommitteeWarden GregoryDeputy Warden MacAlpine Minutes –Nov 23, 2010Tri County HousingAuthorityR Fitzgerald Last reported Nov 2010(reports on a quarterly basis)Regional/JointCommitteesAirport WorkingGroupDeputy Warden MacAlpineCouncillor Adams No meeting since last reportAnnapolis DigbyEconomicDevelopmentAgencyCouncillor RandallAmeroMinutes-February 2011 Acting MD Report
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011Regional/Joint Committees(con’t)Digby AnnapolisDevelopment CorpDeputy Warden MacAlpineCouncillor AmeroMinutes-July 2010Digby Area Learning AssociationCouncillor Adams Minutes-November 2010 ED Report Jan 2011Digby Area TourismAssociationCouncillor TudorDigby Area Recreation Comm.Warden GregoryCouncillor Tudor Minutes-December 2010 Minutes-January 2011 Staff Reports-Jan & Feb 2011Digby Harbour PortAssociationWarden Gregory Minutes-September 2010 Minutes-November 2010Digby LibraryCommitteeDeputy Warden MacAlpine No meeting since last reportFundywebBroadbandDeputy Warden MacAlpine No meeting since last reportIndustrialCommissionDeputy Warden MacAlpineCouncillor AmeroHanse SocietyCouncillor AmeroKings TransitAuthorityCouncillor Amero Minutes- December 2010 Minutes-February 2011 Ridership Report- Jan 2011 GM Report-February 2011 MedicWarden Gregory Minutes-January 2011Senior SafetyCommitteeCouncillor AdamsCouncillor Tudor
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011Regional/Joint Committees(con’tSouthwestBiosphereCouncillor TudorTideview TerraceWarden GregoryCouncillor Adams Minutes-November 2010 Minutes-January 2011Waste CheckWarden GregoryDeputy Warden MacAlpine Minutes- November 2010 Staff Reports-Feb 2011Western CountiesRegional LibraryDeputy Warden MacAlpineCouncil Activity Reports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor AmeroCouncillor AdamsCouncillor TudorDeputy Warden MacAlpineWarden GregoryIn CameraContractual Issue Personnel IssueAdjournment
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011BusinessArising from Minutes/Old Business1.Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopmentCommittee Final Reading of Amendment # 11 of Tax Exemption By-law 2000-02 Amendment 11Old Weymouth Library Building2.Dog By-law Final Reading of Amendment toDog By-law 2006-02Councillor AmeroCouncillor AdamsCouncillor TudorDeputyWardenMacAlpineWarden Linda Gregory
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011NewBusiness# 1South West MusicFestival Funding - $ 100 (MunicipalMarketing Budget)# 2By-law for Regulation of Wind Turbines Possible Amendment toDefinition of Domestic WindTurbine# 3Digby Town andMunicipal HousingBoard (Tideview Terrace) Appointment of elected official# 4IntermunicipalAgreement with Town of Digby Amendment to include PublicDrop Off# 5Deputy Warden MacAlpine Seasonal Tourist Designation for Artist Studios# 6Warden Gregory Letter of acknowledgementCAOReport# 1Request for Decision or Direction# 2Meeting Dates/Reminders#3Meeting Action Items Update#4Special Project Update#5Payables –January 2011#6Financial Report- January 31, 2011
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011Correspondence1.RCMP vs CTV Benefit Hockey Game2.Dan Mills to Minister Sterling Belliveau3.Democracy 250 Youth Engagement Legacy Trust4.SNSMR Response to NS Assoc of Realtors Re CapAssessment5.NS Trails Federation6.Canadian Federation of Independent Business7.Census Jobs8.New Horizons for Seniors Program9.Shelburne Chamber of Commerce Progress Updateand PresentationCouncil CommitteesRecommendationsto Council fromCommittee of the WholeRecommendationsto Council fromBy-law & Policy CommitteeDangerous & Unsightly PolicyLow Income Tax Exemption 2011
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011AdvisoryCommitteesDigby Source WaterProtection AdvisoryCommitteeCouncillor Adams No meeting since last reportHeritage AdvisoryCommitteeCouncillor AmeroCouncillor Adams Minutes-April 2010Meeting scheduled for March 10thPlanning AdvisoryCommitteeWarden GregoryCouncillor AdamsCouncillor Tudor No meeting since last reportPolice AdvisoryCommitteeWarden GregoryCouncillor AmeroCouncillor Adams Appointment of KathleenGidney as citizen rep (lastvacancy left to fill) No meeting since last reportREMO AdvisoryCommitteeWarden GregoryDeputy Warden MacAlpine Minutes –Nov 23, 2010Tri County HousingAuthorityR Fitzgerald Last reported Nov 2010(reports on a quarterly basis)Regional/JointCommitteesAirport WorkingGroupDeputy Warden MacAlpineCouncillor Adams No meeting since last reportAnnapolis DigbyEconomicDevelopmentAgencyCouncillor RandallAmeroMinutes-February 2011 Acting MD Report
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011Regional/Joint Committees(con’t)Digby AnnapolisDevelopment CorpDeputy Warden MacAlpineCouncillor AmeroMinutes-July 2010Digby Area Learning AssociationCouncillor Adams Minutes-November 2010 ED Report Jan 2011Digby Area TourismAssociationCouncillor TudorDigby Area Recreation Comm.Warden GregoryCouncillor Tudor Minutes-December 2010 Minutes-January 2011 Staff Reports-Jan & Feb 2011Digby Harbour PortAssociationWarden Gregory Minutes-September 2010 Minutes-November 2010Digby LibraryCommitteeDeputy Warden MacAlpine No meeting since last reportFundywebBroadbandDeputy Warden MacAlpine No meeting since last reportIndustrialCommissionDeputy Warden MacAlpineCouncillor AmeroHanse SocietyCouncillor AmeroKings TransitAuthorityCouncillor Amero Minutes- December 2010 Minutes-February 2011 Ridership Report- Jan 2011 GM Report-February 2011 MedicWarden Gregory Minutes-January 2011Senior SafetyCommitteeCouncillor AdamsCouncillor Tudor
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Council AgendaFebruary 28, 2011Regional/Joint Committees(con’tSouthwestBiosphereCouncillor TudorTideview TerraceWarden GregoryCouncillor Adams Minutes-November 2010 Minutes-January 2011Waste CheckWarden GregoryDeputy Warden MacAlpine Minutes- November 2010 Staff Reports-Feb 2011Western CountiesRegional LibraryDeputy Warden MacAlpineCouncil Activity Reports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor AmeroCouncillor AdamsCouncillor TudorDeputy Warden MacAlpineWarden GregoryIn CameraContractual Issue Personnel IssueAdjournment
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Earthquake a Warning
NZ earthquake 'a warning to North America'
By ANI | ANI – Wed, 23 Feb, 2011 2:44 AM ESTShareretweetEmailPrintRelated ContentNew Zealand rescue crews in race against time
NZ quake sends 30 million tons of ice loose from glacier
Pope saddened by deaths in New Zealand quake, prays for courage of survivors, rescuers
Washington, Feb 23 (ANI): The terribly destructive New Zealand earthquake that killed dozens and caused heavy damage is a warning to cities up and down the West Coast of North America, according to a researcher.
Even though Tuesday's 6.3-magnitude earthquake was weaker than last year's event, it was much shallower, was situated directly under Christchurch, hit during the lunch hour when more people were exposed to damage, and shook sediments that were prone to 'liquefaction', which can magnify the damage done by the ground shaking.
The 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck the nation last September near the same area killed none.
Robert Yeats, a professor of geology at Oregon State University and an international earthquake expert, said that same description matches many major cities and towns in Washington, Oregon, California and British Columbia.
"The latest New Zealand earthquake hit an area that wasn't even known to have a fault prior to last September, it's one that had not moved in thousands of years. But when you combine the shallow depth, proximity to a major city and soil characteristics, it was capable of immense damage," said Yeats.
"The same characteristics that caused such destruction and so many deaths in Christchurch are similar to those facing Portland, Seattle, parts of the Bay Area and many other West Coast cities and towns," he said.
"And it's worth keeping in mind that New Zealand has some of the most progressive building codes in the world. They are better prepared for an earthquake like this than many U.S. cities would be," he added.
According to Yeats, the risks from comparatively shallow 'crustal' faults are often given less attention compared to the concerns about the major subduction zone earthquake facing the Pacific Northwest in its future, or other major quakes on famous plate boundaries such as the San Andreas Fault.
Associated with that is the risk of liquefaction - the characteristic of some soils, particularly sediments deposited over long periods of time, to become saturated with water and quiver like a bowl of gelatin during an earthquake.
Such motions can significantly increase building damage and loss of life.
Like much of the West Coast, Yeats said, New Zealand sits near a major boundary of the Earth's great plates - in this case, the junction of the Australia Plate and the Pacific Plate.
Despite intensive seismic studies in that nation, no one had yet identified the related fault that devastated Christchurch.
"We can learn about earthquakes and help people understand the seismic risks they face But it's still an inexact science, the exact timing of an earthquake cannot be predicted, and the best thing we can do is prepare for these events before they happen," said Yeats. (ANI)
By ANI | ANI – Wed, 23 Feb, 2011 2:44 AM ESTShareretweetEmailPrintRelated ContentNew Zealand rescue crews in race against time
NZ quake sends 30 million tons of ice loose from glacier
Pope saddened by deaths in New Zealand quake, prays for courage of survivors, rescuers
Washington, Feb 23 (ANI): The terribly destructive New Zealand earthquake that killed dozens and caused heavy damage is a warning to cities up and down the West Coast of North America, according to a researcher.
Even though Tuesday's 6.3-magnitude earthquake was weaker than last year's event, it was much shallower, was situated directly under Christchurch, hit during the lunch hour when more people were exposed to damage, and shook sediments that were prone to 'liquefaction', which can magnify the damage done by the ground shaking.
The 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck the nation last September near the same area killed none.
Robert Yeats, a professor of geology at Oregon State University and an international earthquake expert, said that same description matches many major cities and towns in Washington, Oregon, California and British Columbia.
"The latest New Zealand earthquake hit an area that wasn't even known to have a fault prior to last September, it's one that had not moved in thousands of years. But when you combine the shallow depth, proximity to a major city and soil characteristics, it was capable of immense damage," said Yeats.
"The same characteristics that caused such destruction and so many deaths in Christchurch are similar to those facing Portland, Seattle, parts of the Bay Area and many other West Coast cities and towns," he said.
"And it's worth keeping in mind that New Zealand has some of the most progressive building codes in the world. They are better prepared for an earthquake like this than many U.S. cities would be," he added.
According to Yeats, the risks from comparatively shallow 'crustal' faults are often given less attention compared to the concerns about the major subduction zone earthquake facing the Pacific Northwest in its future, or other major quakes on famous plate boundaries such as the San Andreas Fault.
Associated with that is the risk of liquefaction - the characteristic of some soils, particularly sediments deposited over long periods of time, to become saturated with water and quiver like a bowl of gelatin during an earthquake.
Such motions can significantly increase building damage and loss of life.
Like much of the West Coast, Yeats said, New Zealand sits near a major boundary of the Earth's great plates - in this case, the junction of the Australia Plate and the Pacific Plate.
Despite intensive seismic studies in that nation, no one had yet identified the related fault that devastated Christchurch.
"We can learn about earthquakes and help people understand the seismic risks they face But it's still an inexact science, the exact timing of an earthquake cannot be predicted, and the best thing we can do is prepare for these events before they happen," said Yeats. (ANI)
Community Supper
Digby Neck Community Pot Luck Supper
6 p.m. Thursday March 10, 2011
Little River United Baptist Church
Please bring your favourite dish to share and enjoy a delicious meal and conversation in warm fellowship with friends. If you don't have time to prepare something come anyway. There is always plenty of good food. Invite your neighbours.
Everyone is welcome.
Please put it on your calendar!
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Due to increasing postal costs (now over $50 per mailing), notice of the suppers will be by email, telephone and the Digby Courier Events column.
We are trying to notify everyone who has attended previous suppers and don't want to leave anyone out so please tell your neighbours and seasonal residents and visitors.
The location of the suppers and the day of the week are rotated so that everyone will have an opportunity to attend.
The suppers are organized by volunteers. If you are willing to help in any way with planning, notification , set up or clean up on a regular or occasional basis, please call Susanne at 834-2969
6 p.m. Thursday March 10, 2011
Little River United Baptist Church
Please bring your favourite dish to share and enjoy a delicious meal and conversation in warm fellowship with friends. If you don't have time to prepare something come anyway. There is always plenty of good food. Invite your neighbours.
Everyone is welcome.
Please put it on your calendar!
_________________________________________________________
Due to increasing postal costs (now over $50 per mailing), notice of the suppers will be by email, telephone and the Digby Courier Events column.
We are trying to notify everyone who has attended previous suppers and don't want to leave anyone out so please tell your neighbours and seasonal residents and visitors.
The location of the suppers and the day of the week are rotated so that everyone will have an opportunity to attend.
The suppers are organized by volunteers. If you are willing to help in any way with planning, notification , set up or clean up on a regular or occasional basis, please call Susanne at 834-2969
Fight Loud Commercials
Dan Mills has provided this very useful link and contact information if you are bothered about the rise is volume during commercials. Pls read to the end to get the contact information to send your letter/comment to. The only way things change is if people-you and I- tell them that it needs to change.
If you dislike the volume sky rocketing during commercials on T.V/radio etc you can register your complaint to the following site and you can read the following
mail that was sent to me..Perhaps we have a chance to stop this harassment so please submit your 2 cents worth in mail and we might accomplish something,
wayne
Dear Mr. Spinney:
Thank you for your message to the CRTC regarding the loudness of commercial messages.
In response to comments similar in nature to yours, the Commission has initiated a public process seeking comment on possible measures that television broadcasters and other elements of the Canadian broadcasting system can implement to control the loudness of commercial messages relative to adjacent programming. We invite you to participate in the review by submitting your comments at
https://services.crtc.gc.ca/pub/Intervention/Submission-Soumission.aspx?lang=e&EventNo=2011-102&EventType=Notice#Step0.
Comments must be received on or before April 18, 2011. Note that all information you provide as part of this public process, including any personal information, becomes part of a publicly accessible file and will be posted on the Commission's website. We also include links to the CRTC news release http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2011/r110217.htm and to Broadcasting Notice of Consultation CRTC 2011-102 http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2011/2011-102.htm for your information.
On behalf of the CRTC, thank you for taking the time to share your observations with us.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please do not reply to this message using the email address indicated above as we cannot receive e-mail at this address. To reply or to add to your submission, please click here and follow the prompts: http://www.crtc.gc.ca/rapidsccm/landing.asp?lang=E&caseid=523112&key=40992.6427564815
Regards,
Andrea Mullin
Client Services
1-877-249-2782 / télécopieur/facsimile (819) 994-0218
Conseil de la radiodiffusion et des télécommunications canadiennes / Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N2
Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission / Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N2
Gouvernement du Canada / Government of Canada
If you dislike the volume sky rocketing during commercials on T.V/radio etc you can register your complaint to the following site and you can read the following
mail that was sent to me..Perhaps we have a chance to stop this harassment so please submit your 2 cents worth in mail and we might accomplish something,
wayne
Dear Mr. Spinney:
Thank you for your message to the CRTC regarding the loudness of commercial messages.
In response to comments similar in nature to yours, the Commission has initiated a public process seeking comment on possible measures that television broadcasters and other elements of the Canadian broadcasting system can implement to control the loudness of commercial messages relative to adjacent programming. We invite you to participate in the review by submitting your comments at
https://services.crtc.gc.ca/pub/Intervention/Submission-Soumission.aspx?lang=e&EventNo=2011-102&EventType=Notice#Step0.
Comments must be received on or before April 18, 2011. Note that all information you provide as part of this public process, including any personal information, becomes part of a publicly accessible file and will be posted on the Commission's website. We also include links to the CRTC news release http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/com100/2011/r110217.htm and to Broadcasting Notice of Consultation CRTC 2011-102 http://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/archive/2011/2011-102.htm for your information.
On behalf of the CRTC, thank you for taking the time to share your observations with us.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please do not reply to this message using the email address indicated above as we cannot receive e-mail at this address. To reply or to add to your submission, please click here and follow the prompts: http://www.crtc.gc.ca/rapidsccm/landing.asp?lang=E&caseid=523112&key=40992.6427564815
Regards,
Andrea Mullin
Client Services
1-877-249-2782 / télécopieur/facsimile (819) 994-0218
Conseil de la radiodiffusion et des télécommunications canadiennes / Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N2
Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission / Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N2
Gouvernement du Canada / Government of Canada
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Financial Help for Children's Education
Dan Mills fights "educational poverty" by being "for" special savings accounts for children's education. Please look at this if you have children or know children whom you wish to help further their education. After reading the blurb below, check out link www.smartsaver.org/resp-information.shtmal
Government money
for your child's education
You know that education is important to your child's future success, but you're not sure how to pay for it. The best way to start is to make sure your child gets the Government funding that is available through a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP).
The Government gives families the Canada Learning Bond. It goes right into your child's RESP even if you don't have money to contribute yourself. The Government will also add money to whatever you can save.
SmartSAVER does not sell RESPs or investments. SmartSAVER is a non-profit community project based in Toronto that helps families learn how to start an RESP and how to get Government money for their children's education after high school.
Government money
for your child's education
You know that education is important to your child's future success, but you're not sure how to pay for it. The best way to start is to make sure your child gets the Government funding that is available through a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP).
The Government gives families the Canada Learning Bond. It goes right into your child's RESP even if you don't have money to contribute yourself. The Government will also add money to whatever you can save.
SmartSAVER does not sell RESPs or investments. SmartSAVER is a non-profit community project based in Toronto that helps families learn how to start an RESP and how to get Government money for their children's education after high school.
Monday, February 14, 2011
ADEDA News
Transportation Tidings
Transportation by land, sea and air were all in the news the past week. This is, of course, all good stuff since our transportation infrastructure is a key component of our economic development strategies. There was more news about planned improvements for service at the Digby Annapolis Regional Airport. ADEDA has been working with the Municipality of the District of Digby and its airport working committee on this project with promising results. Digby Municipality Warden Linda Gregory said that plans to supply jet fuel in addition to aviation gas for aircraft, and the installation of an automated weather observation service, were expected to make the airport - Nova Scotia’s highest by the way - an even busier destination.
Meanwhile, consideration was also being given to an expanded bus service into downtown Digby. Discussions were beginning with Kings Transit to establish a series of stops in the downtown area, and maybe even extend the service to the interprovincial ferry terminal. Digby Mayor Ben Cleveland said that he had long wanted to see a route through the downtown.
And speaking of the interprovincial ferry service (gosh how I love the chance for a good editorial segue), the Saint John Telegraph Journal carried a story about a Florida entrepreneur, who summers in Maine, and his proposal to establish a year-round ferry service between Maine and New Brunswick. He also claims that a regular Bay of Fundy service between Eastport, Maine and Digby could make good sense as well.
Another Tidal Energy Announcement
Staying on the Bay of Fundy (another sneaky segue) the major business news last week in our province was the announcement that Nova Scotia's bid to become a North American leader in the development, supply and support of tidal energy projects took another step forward. It focused on the declaration that an international consortium will test one of the world's largest tidal turbines in the Bay's aggressive marine environment.
Atlantis Resources Corporation, a world-leading tidal technology and project development company, was one of five respondents to a request for proposal issued by the province last fall for a fourth berth-holder to participate in its Fundy Ocean Research Center for Energy (FORCE) project. Nova Scotia’s Premier Darrell Dexter said" We are working to harness some of the most powerful tides in the world to produce safe, clean, renewable energy for Nova Scotia and through that process develop the expertise, experience and infrastructure to be a resource for tidal energy projects across North America." The company will work in partnership with Lockheed Martin and Irving Shipbuilding.
The Business Briefcase
It’s undeniably tough being a university student these days, with ever rising tuition fees and the scramble to find job related learning opportunities. That’s why it was heartening to note that the provincial government will be doubling the number of co-op education positions it currently funds. The new program is called the strategic co-operative education incentive (It’s a semantic mouthful admittedly – but who cares as long as it’s helping) and combines two existing, separate programs for both the non-profit and private sectors. If your organization is inclined to take on a student for a term placement there’s no better time than now, especially for community organizations and small businesses.
And since the case can be made for small businesses as the real backbone of the economy in our area, there’s a great chance for that business constituency to develop essential skills to maximize the performance efficiency and profitability of their operations. An innovative program is being offered by Saint Mary’s University’s Business Development Centre and workshops begin this month.
Well Deserved Recognition
When friends and family descend to visit with me, especially in the summer, there’s one destination that always seems to be on their agenda. It’s the iconic Flight of Fancy in Bear River, and they always return to rave about both the artisanal offerings and the service. So it came as no surprise – but welcome news nonetheless – that artist Rob Buckland-Nicks, and his enterprise, was honoured recently at the Atlantic Canada Craft Awards of Excellence for Outstanding Retailer. The 14th annual awards were presented in conjunction with the Atlantic Crafts Trade Show (ACTS).
No More “Neige” Saying
OK, I‘ve decided to seriously try and come to grips with the seeming relentlessly falling snow as I stare vacantly out my window. It’s hard for me, but I’ve been somewhat inspired by those in our community who celebrate the season and all it offers. Especially those eager fresh faces I see on television who are gathering for the next couple of weeks in our province to participate in our national Winter Games competition. And I honestly have to salute the enthusiasm of the folks in Middleton who hosted the highly successful provincial Mens’ and Womens’ Masters Curling Championships recently. Not to forget that the Canadian Senior Mens’ and Womens’ curling championships will soon be in our area as well. The Digby Area Recreation Commission and the Digby Curling Club are co-hosting the championships that will see 24 teams competing—with 11 provincial teams and one territorial team in each category, from March 19-26. Organizers are still looking for a few more volunteers. Moving from curling to cuisine (my last segue du jour), you don’t have to be part of the “hurry hard” set to find a reason to visit the Bridgetown Curling Club (333 Granville St.) this weekend, where on Saturday the 19th, cold lobster from Nautical Fisheries, potato salad and cold slaw from King’s Processing and dessert from Graves ValuFoods will be available. You can eat in at the renovated curling club or get takeout. Delivery is available from Bridgetown and area to Annapolis Royal and area. All proceeds will go towards the new geothermal ice plant. Doors open at 6pm and it’s $15 per ticket. For tickets contact Karson Lewis at 532-8537. Oh my, lobster even in winter – maybe there’s hope for me yet.
Till next week;
Peter
Peter MacLellan
Annapolis Digby EDA
86 Atlantic Avenue
PO Box 271
Cornwallis, Nova Scotia
Canada B0S 1H0
Tel: (902) 638-3490
Fax: (902) 638-8106
E: communications@annapolisdigby.com
Transportation by land, sea and air were all in the news the past week. This is, of course, all good stuff since our transportation infrastructure is a key component of our economic development strategies. There was more news about planned improvements for service at the Digby Annapolis Regional Airport. ADEDA has been working with the Municipality of the District of Digby and its airport working committee on this project with promising results. Digby Municipality Warden Linda Gregory said that plans to supply jet fuel in addition to aviation gas for aircraft, and the installation of an automated weather observation service, were expected to make the airport - Nova Scotia’s highest by the way - an even busier destination.
Meanwhile, consideration was also being given to an expanded bus service into downtown Digby. Discussions were beginning with Kings Transit to establish a series of stops in the downtown area, and maybe even extend the service to the interprovincial ferry terminal. Digby Mayor Ben Cleveland said that he had long wanted to see a route through the downtown.
And speaking of the interprovincial ferry service (gosh how I love the chance for a good editorial segue), the Saint John Telegraph Journal carried a story about a Florida entrepreneur, who summers in Maine, and his proposal to establish a year-round ferry service between Maine and New Brunswick. He also claims that a regular Bay of Fundy service between Eastport, Maine and Digby could make good sense as well.
Another Tidal Energy Announcement
Staying on the Bay of Fundy (another sneaky segue) the major business news last week in our province was the announcement that Nova Scotia's bid to become a North American leader in the development, supply and support of tidal energy projects took another step forward. It focused on the declaration that an international consortium will test one of the world's largest tidal turbines in the Bay's aggressive marine environment.
Atlantis Resources Corporation, a world-leading tidal technology and project development company, was one of five respondents to a request for proposal issued by the province last fall for a fourth berth-holder to participate in its Fundy Ocean Research Center for Energy (FORCE) project. Nova Scotia’s Premier Darrell Dexter said" We are working to harness some of the most powerful tides in the world to produce safe, clean, renewable energy for Nova Scotia and through that process develop the expertise, experience and infrastructure to be a resource for tidal energy projects across North America." The company will work in partnership with Lockheed Martin and Irving Shipbuilding.
The Business Briefcase
It’s undeniably tough being a university student these days, with ever rising tuition fees and the scramble to find job related learning opportunities. That’s why it was heartening to note that the provincial government will be doubling the number of co-op education positions it currently funds. The new program is called the strategic co-operative education incentive (It’s a semantic mouthful admittedly – but who cares as long as it’s helping) and combines two existing, separate programs for both the non-profit and private sectors. If your organization is inclined to take on a student for a term placement there’s no better time than now, especially for community organizations and small businesses.
And since the case can be made for small businesses as the real backbone of the economy in our area, there’s a great chance for that business constituency to develop essential skills to maximize the performance efficiency and profitability of their operations. An innovative program is being offered by Saint Mary’s University’s Business Development Centre and workshops begin this month.
Well Deserved Recognition
When friends and family descend to visit with me, especially in the summer, there’s one destination that always seems to be on their agenda. It’s the iconic Flight of Fancy in Bear River, and they always return to rave about both the artisanal offerings and the service. So it came as no surprise – but welcome news nonetheless – that artist Rob Buckland-Nicks, and his enterprise, was honoured recently at the Atlantic Canada Craft Awards of Excellence for Outstanding Retailer. The 14th annual awards were presented in conjunction with the Atlantic Crafts Trade Show (ACTS).
No More “Neige” Saying
OK, I‘ve decided to seriously try and come to grips with the seeming relentlessly falling snow as I stare vacantly out my window. It’s hard for me, but I’ve been somewhat inspired by those in our community who celebrate the season and all it offers. Especially those eager fresh faces I see on television who are gathering for the next couple of weeks in our province to participate in our national Winter Games competition. And I honestly have to salute the enthusiasm of the folks in Middleton who hosted the highly successful provincial Mens’ and Womens’ Masters Curling Championships recently. Not to forget that the Canadian Senior Mens’ and Womens’ curling championships will soon be in our area as well. The Digby Area Recreation Commission and the Digby Curling Club are co-hosting the championships that will see 24 teams competing—with 11 provincial teams and one territorial team in each category, from March 19-26. Organizers are still looking for a few more volunteers. Moving from curling to cuisine (my last segue du jour), you don’t have to be part of the “hurry hard” set to find a reason to visit the Bridgetown Curling Club (333 Granville St.) this weekend, where on Saturday the 19th, cold lobster from Nautical Fisheries, potato salad and cold slaw from King’s Processing and dessert from Graves ValuFoods will be available. You can eat in at the renovated curling club or get takeout. Delivery is available from Bridgetown and area to Annapolis Royal and area. All proceeds will go towards the new geothermal ice plant. Doors open at 6pm and it’s $15 per ticket. For tickets contact Karson Lewis at 532-8537. Oh my, lobster even in winter – maybe there’s hope for me yet.
Till next week;
Peter
Peter MacLellan
Annapolis Digby EDA
86 Atlantic Avenue
PO Box 271
Cornwallis, Nova Scotia
Canada B0S 1H0
Tel: (902) 638-3490
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Saturday, February 12, 2011
Bay of Fundy Tidal Turbine
NS: Province announces major tidal turbine project
This concept of an Atlantis Turbine shows how big the generator will be. - Provinded through Communications Nova Scotia
Published on February 10, 2011
Published on February 10, 2011
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By summer, 2012 one of the world’s largest tidal turbines will be churning water in the Bay of Fundy. Atlantis Resources Corporation joined the province’s Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy project (FORCE).
Topics : Atlantis Resources Corporation , Lockheed Martin , Nova Scotia , Bay of Fundy
[MINAS BASIN, NS] - By summer, 2012 one of the world’s largest tidal turbines will be churning water in the Bay of Fundy.
Atlantis Resources Corporation joined the province’s Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy project (FORCE).
Atlantis specializes in tidal power generation and was one of five companies to propose plans for a fourth berth-holder in the bay last fall. They have projects underway in Northern Scotland, Australia and India.
They will be joining the partnerships of Nova Scotia Power and Open Hydro of Ireland, Minas Basin Pulp and Power with Marine Current Turbines technology and Alstom Clean Current technology out of France.
Atlantis has offices in the United Kingdom, Australia and Singapore and will be teaming up locally with Lockheed Martin and Irving Shipbuilding to design, build and deploy the one megawatt turbine called the AK-1000 Mark II.
"We are absolutely delighted that the Nova Scotia government has chosen our consortium to develop the final FORCE berth," said Tim Cornelius, chief executive officer of Atlantis Resources Corporation. "We are committed to working with local Nova Scotian companies to establish a local supply chain and knowledge base that will be a platform for the growth of a commercial scale marine power industry in the province. Building on our global project experience, we are keen to work with government and the other developers at the FORCE facility to accelerate the deployment of commercial scale marine energy in Nova Scotia."
Lockheed Martin and Irving Shipbuilding employ a combined 1330 workers in Nova Scotia of varying types of skills and proficiencies.
Irving will be lending its skills of steel fitting, welding and ironwork to the project. They have a history of providing parts for ships and offshore rigs.
"The success of this consortium not only demonstrates Nova Scotia's growing expertise in a promising industry, but also the breadth of the skills and capabilities of the men and women of Irving Shipbuilding," said Steve Durrell, president, Irving Shipbuilding.
Lockheed Martin, the giant U.S. defence contractor will be providing the engineering and planning expertise to the turbine.
"Lockheed Martin has designed and deployed maritime systems for more than 40 years," said Tom Digan, president of Lockheed Martin Canada "We will apply our systems engineering, integration and manufacturing expertise to help make tidal energy generation an economically viable reality."
This concept of an Atlantis Turbine shows how big the generator will be. - Provinded through Communications Nova Scotia
Published on February 10, 2011
Published on February 10, 2011
Staff ~ Transcontinental Media Latest News
11-02 - NS: Philosopher queen wins over "Dragon"
11-02 - Giant telecoms stick to guns on charging heavy Internet users more
11-02 - NS: Minimum wage increases hurt employment, reports CFIB
11-02 - NS: DHX Media reports second quarter profit of $830,000, revenue more than doubles
11-02 - NS: Gas tax won’t factor into convention centre, says Estabrooks
11-02 - NS: Rallying call gives Kent Co-op new lease on life
11-02 - NS: Scammers trying to take travelers for a ride
11-02 - NS: East Coast Credit Union distributes $1M to members
See All Articles
Regional News
11-02 - : NL: Oil companies ground flights over rough seas
11-02 - : PE: Town struggles to create balance for snowmobile business
11-02 - : PE: Marketing strategy targets seafood traceability
See All Articles
The Daily Business Buzz
By summer, 2012 one of the world’s largest tidal turbines will be churning water in the Bay of Fundy. Atlantis Resources Corporation joined the province’s Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy project (FORCE).
Topics : Atlantis Resources Corporation , Lockheed Martin , Nova Scotia , Bay of Fundy
[MINAS BASIN, NS] - By summer, 2012 one of the world’s largest tidal turbines will be churning water in the Bay of Fundy.
Atlantis Resources Corporation joined the province’s Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy project (FORCE).
Atlantis specializes in tidal power generation and was one of five companies to propose plans for a fourth berth-holder in the bay last fall. They have projects underway in Northern Scotland, Australia and India.
They will be joining the partnerships of Nova Scotia Power and Open Hydro of Ireland, Minas Basin Pulp and Power with Marine Current Turbines technology and Alstom Clean Current technology out of France.
Atlantis has offices in the United Kingdom, Australia and Singapore and will be teaming up locally with Lockheed Martin and Irving Shipbuilding to design, build and deploy the one megawatt turbine called the AK-1000 Mark II.
"We are absolutely delighted that the Nova Scotia government has chosen our consortium to develop the final FORCE berth," said Tim Cornelius, chief executive officer of Atlantis Resources Corporation. "We are committed to working with local Nova Scotian companies to establish a local supply chain and knowledge base that will be a platform for the growth of a commercial scale marine power industry in the province. Building on our global project experience, we are keen to work with government and the other developers at the FORCE facility to accelerate the deployment of commercial scale marine energy in Nova Scotia."
Lockheed Martin and Irving Shipbuilding employ a combined 1330 workers in Nova Scotia of varying types of skills and proficiencies.
Irving will be lending its skills of steel fitting, welding and ironwork to the project. They have a history of providing parts for ships and offshore rigs.
"The success of this consortium not only demonstrates Nova Scotia's growing expertise in a promising industry, but also the breadth of the skills and capabilities of the men and women of Irving Shipbuilding," said Steve Durrell, president, Irving Shipbuilding.
Lockheed Martin, the giant U.S. defence contractor will be providing the engineering and planning expertise to the turbine.
"Lockheed Martin has designed and deployed maritime systems for more than 40 years," said Tom Digan, president of Lockheed Martin Canada "We will apply our systems engineering, integration and manufacturing expertise to help make tidal energy generation an economically viable reality."
Friday, February 11, 2011
Municipal Council Minutes
Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe meeting was called to order with Warden Gregory in thechair at 6:01 pm.AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryPrayerWarden Gregory asked everyone to pause to seek guidance forthe meeting.AgendaCouncillor Adams added New Years Levy as New Business #7.MOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved asamended.MOTION CARRIEDHearings & PresentationsGreg Roach, AssociateDeputy Minister Dept. of Fisheries and Aquaculture Councillor Gregory introduced Mr. Greg Roach, AssociateDeputy Minister from the Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture who would be making a presentation. Also present to answer any questions that may arise were Mr. Marshall Giles, Director of Aquaculture, Dr. Toby Balch, Manager of Aquaculture Development, Dr. Roland Cusack,Fish Health Veterinarian, Chuck McKenna, Manager ofAquaculture Policy and Licensing, and Celeste Sullivan,Communications Director.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2MOVED and seconded that Mr. Greg Roach, AssociateDeputy Minister from the Department of Fisheries andAquaculture come before the committee to make apresentation.MOTION CARRIED Mr. Roach began the presentation by outlining the varioustypes of aquaculture that are happening in Nova Scotia.The growth area that has been happening globally is fromfish farming, the wild fish have hit a plateau. Mr. Roachoutlined the governance that is in place, the value ofproduction in several provinces in Canada including NovaScotia, and outlined some important aquaculture facts. Amap was presented which showed a footprint of the areathat the cages occupy. It was noted that the cages actuallyonly occupy about 25 percent of the area that is leased.Opportunities were outlined associated with the fish farming industry. Mr. Roach also reviewed the applicationprocess. A question and answer period followed the presentation.There was a question regarding the frequency of audits orinspections of the farms. It was noted that the farms aremonitored every year. Farmers are required to have a third party review done to be forwarded to the Department ofFisheries and Aquaculture. There was a question regardingthe regulations of fouling. The Department has workedwith fish farms to move locations if there were any issues.There is a fouling program in place in New Brunswick which has been the result of problems with fish healthissues. There isn’t a regulatory rule for how much fish areallowed in the cages. Marine visits are done monthly and there is a fish health checkup which is not a regulatoryfunction, but something that is done. Each site is differentbased on current and water temperature. The Westport sitehas been there 12 years without fouling. There was asample done in Westport last summer and there has been noindication of a problem. That site has been sampled since2004. There was a question regarding the number of jobsproduced in regards to the farms. Mr. Roach explained thatthere is a larger amount of jobs in areas that can supporttheir own processing plant. Councillor Tudor will forward
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3additional questions to the Department. Warden Gregory thanked everyone for coming and also introduced theCouncillors and staff representatives from the Town ofDigby as well as the representative from the RegionalDevelopment Authority. Recess There was a short recess before continuing with thebusiness.MinutesDecember 13, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes of December 13, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising/OldBusiness#1 Street LightRequest – 38 Old Route # 217 Loop A request has been received to add a streetlight to 38 OldRoute #217 Loop which is the last pole on the road. Thisroad is a dead end road, and with no light at the end it posesa safety concern. The streetlight policy has been written forthe safety of pedestrians and traffic.MOVED and seconded that a streetlight be installed at 38Old Route #217 Loop Road. There was a concern that if a similar request comes inwhich was for a non-street lighting area that Council mayhave set a precedent by making this decision. It was notedthat this decision does not set a precedent.MOTION CARRIED#2 FCM Farewell to NS Breakfast The CAO outlined the different sponsorship levels for theFCM Farewell to NS Breakfast. MOVED and seconded that Council sponsor the FCMFarewell NS Breakfast at the bronze level.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4#3 Relocation of Land Registration Office –Letter of Responsefrom Minister Jennex An update was given in regards to a meeting that had takenplace to discuss the relocation of the Land Registration Office in Weymouth. One major concern that came up wasthe concern of employees being left alone. They had tried cross-training but that didn’t work out well. It was mentioned that in Clare there are petitions in a number of businesses to save the Deeds Office inWeymouth. There were some petitions from Digby as welland they will be presented all at once in Halifax. WardenGregory stated that it was a positive meeting, but there wassome concern from Council that the decision has beenmade.Other BusinessArising NILDeputy WardenMacAlpine No Business ArisingCouncillor Amero No Business ArisingCouncillor Adams No Business ArisingCouncillor Tudor No Business ArisingWarden Gregory No Business ArisingNew Business#1 Brier Island Chamber of Commerce – Philip Halliday There was a discussion regarding the request from the BrierIsland Chamber of Commerce regarding the Philip Hallidaycase. Council stated that the case has not yet gone to courtand Council was concerned that Municipal governmentdoes not have a voice for international law. It wassuggested that Council could lobby the FederalGovernment.MOVED and seconded that the letter from Brier IslandChamber of Commerce be forwarded to Greg Kerr. A letter will also be sent to Brier Island Chamber of
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Commerce stating that the letter has been sent on to Greg Kerr.MOTION CARRIED#2 Admiral DigbyLibrary & HistoricalSociety – FundingRequestMOVED and seconded that the funding request from theAdmiral Digby Library and Historical Society be referredto the budget process.MOTION CARRIED The budget and amount being requested will be obtained.#3 IslandsConsolidated School –Funding RequestMOVED and seconded that the funding request from Islands Consolidated School be referred to the budgetprocess.MOTION CARRIED Warden Gregory explained the budget process to CouncillorTudor. #4 Trinity Anglican Church – FundingRequest Deputy Warden MacAlpine declared a conflict of interest.MOVED and seconded that the funding request from theTrinity Anglican Church be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED#5 Digby Pines -TenderMOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theProvince of Nova Scotia outlining Council’s concerns withthe threat of the Pines being disposed of by the Province. It should also be noted that it is very vital to continue to ownand operate this facility as it is an asset to tourism.MOTION CARRIED#6 Warden Gregory –E-Cards Guysborough County has been sending e-cards at Christmastime and sending the funds saved to the Food Bank. It wassuggested that Council do the same; however, possiblychange where the donation would go on a yearly basis. Oneconcern that was raised was whether this decision would
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6interfere with the local businesses. It was noted that thecards are not being purchased locally as they are pre-printed. Another suggestion was made to do the e-cardsand pass the savings on to the tax payers. Council will decide every November prior to sending outthe e-cards where the money will be donated.MOVED and seconded that Council start sending e-cardsfor Christmas beginning in 2011.MOTION CARRIEDNew Years Levy It was noted that the Town of Digby has been doing a NewYears levy periodically. It was suggested that theMunicipality do it as well and possibly alternate with theTown every other year. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to the Townof Digby asking if they would be interested in alternating every other year for a New Years Levy.MOTION CARRIEDTri-County SchoolBoard – Education Cuts It was mentioned that Tri-County Regional School Boardsent out a letter to all parents to see what cuts they could live with. A big cut will be coming over the next threeyears. It was noted that if they removed everything on thelist sent out to parents, they would not be able to achievethe 22 percent they are looking for.Chief AdministrativeReportMunicipal Office –Open HouseHerring WorkersProgramSigns – Transfer Station The CAO report dated January 10, 2011 was included in theCOTW Package. There will be an open house at the Municipal Office onFriday, January 14, 2011 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The Herring Workers Program was non-successful. There was a concern with the signs that have been placed bythe transfer station. The signs have a picture only, and people may not know what they mean. It was suggested
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7that an article be placed in the Coastline with a picture ofthe signs and a description of what they mean.Request for Decisions/DirectionAppointment of CathyBarr as a MunicipalBuilding Inspector MOVED and seconded that Council appoint Cathy Barras a Municipal Building Inspector.MOTION CARRIEDDepartment ReportsTaxation The Taxation report for December 2010 was included in themeeting package. Building Inspection Report/Fire Inspection Report The Building Inspection report for December 2010 wasincluded in the meeting package. Airport/Dispatch The Airport/Dispatch report for December 2010 wasincluded in the meeting package. Dog Control Activityand Financial Report The Dog Control Activity and Financial report forDecember 2010 was included in the meeting package. Coordinator ProgramDevelopmentN/AOther BusinessN/AUpdates fromPrevious meetingsN/ASpecial ProjectsUpdatesN/AStrategic PrioritiesUpdateN/ANotice of MotionN/A
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8Comments from theGallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions.In CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera to discuss a contractual issue.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:15PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2MOVED and seconded that Mr. Greg Roach, AssociateDeputy Minister from the Department of Fisheries andAquaculture come before the committee to make apresentation.MOTION CARRIED Mr. Roach began the presentation by outlining the varioustypes of aquaculture that are happening in Nova Scotia.The growth area that has been happening globally is fromfish farming, the wild fish have hit a plateau. Mr. Roachoutlined the governance that is in place, the value ofproduction in several provinces in Canada including NovaScotia, and outlined some important aquaculture facts. Amap was presented which showed a footprint of the areathat the cages occupy. It was noted that the cages actuallyonly occupy about 25 percent of the area that is leased.Opportunities were outlined associated with the fish farming industry. Mr. Roach also reviewed the applicationprocess. A question and answer period followed the presentation.There was a question regarding the frequency of audits orinspections of the farms. It was noted that the farms aremonitored every year. Farmers are required to have a third party review done to be forwarded to the Department ofFisheries and Aquaculture. There was a question regardingthe regulations of fouling. The Department has workedwith fish farms to move locations if there were any issues.There is a fouling program in place in New Brunswick which has been the result of problems with fish healthissues. There isn’t a regulatory rule for how much fish areallowed in the cages. Marine visits are done monthly and there is a fish health checkup which is not a regulatoryfunction, but something that is done. Each site is differentbased on current and water temperature. The Westport sitehas been there 12 years without fouling. There was asample done in Westport last summer and there has been noindication of a problem. That site has been sampled since2004. There was a question regarding the number of jobsproduced in regards to the farms. Mr. Roach explained thatthere is a larger amount of jobs in areas that can supporttheir own processing plant. Councillor Tudor will forward
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3additional questions to the Department. Warden Gregory thanked everyone for coming and also introduced theCouncillors and staff representatives from the Town ofDigby as well as the representative from the RegionalDevelopment Authority. Recess There was a short recess before continuing with thebusiness.MinutesDecember 13, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes of December 13, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising/OldBusiness#1 Street LightRequest – 38 Old Route # 217 Loop A request has been received to add a streetlight to 38 OldRoute #217 Loop which is the last pole on the road. Thisroad is a dead end road, and with no light at the end it posesa safety concern. The streetlight policy has been written forthe safety of pedestrians and traffic.MOVED and seconded that a streetlight be installed at 38Old Route #217 Loop Road. There was a concern that if a similar request comes inwhich was for a non-street lighting area that Council mayhave set a precedent by making this decision. It was notedthat this decision does not set a precedent.MOTION CARRIED#2 FCM Farewell to NS Breakfast The CAO outlined the different sponsorship levels for theFCM Farewell to NS Breakfast. MOVED and seconded that Council sponsor the FCMFarewell NS Breakfast at the bronze level.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4#3 Relocation of Land Registration Office –Letter of Responsefrom Minister Jennex An update was given in regards to a meeting that had takenplace to discuss the relocation of the Land Registration Office in Weymouth. One major concern that came up wasthe concern of employees being left alone. They had tried cross-training but that didn’t work out well. It was mentioned that in Clare there are petitions in a number of businesses to save the Deeds Office inWeymouth. There were some petitions from Digby as welland they will be presented all at once in Halifax. WardenGregory stated that it was a positive meeting, but there wassome concern from Council that the decision has beenmade.Other BusinessArising NILDeputy WardenMacAlpine No Business ArisingCouncillor Amero No Business ArisingCouncillor Adams No Business ArisingCouncillor Tudor No Business ArisingWarden Gregory No Business ArisingNew Business#1 Brier Island Chamber of Commerce – Philip Halliday There was a discussion regarding the request from the BrierIsland Chamber of Commerce regarding the Philip Hallidaycase. Council stated that the case has not yet gone to courtand Council was concerned that Municipal governmentdoes not have a voice for international law. It wassuggested that Council could lobby the FederalGovernment.MOVED and seconded that the letter from Brier IslandChamber of Commerce be forwarded to Greg Kerr. A letter will also be sent to Brier Island Chamber of
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Commerce stating that the letter has been sent on to Greg Kerr.MOTION CARRIED#2 Admiral DigbyLibrary & HistoricalSociety – FundingRequestMOVED and seconded that the funding request from theAdmiral Digby Library and Historical Society be referredto the budget process.MOTION CARRIED The budget and amount being requested will be obtained.#3 IslandsConsolidated School –Funding RequestMOVED and seconded that the funding request from Islands Consolidated School be referred to the budgetprocess.MOTION CARRIED Warden Gregory explained the budget process to CouncillorTudor. #4 Trinity Anglican Church – FundingRequest Deputy Warden MacAlpine declared a conflict of interest.MOVED and seconded that the funding request from theTrinity Anglican Church be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED#5 Digby Pines -TenderMOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theProvince of Nova Scotia outlining Council’s concerns withthe threat of the Pines being disposed of by the Province. It should also be noted that it is very vital to continue to ownand operate this facility as it is an asset to tourism.MOTION CARRIED#6 Warden Gregory –E-Cards Guysborough County has been sending e-cards at Christmastime and sending the funds saved to the Food Bank. It wassuggested that Council do the same; however, possiblychange where the donation would go on a yearly basis. Oneconcern that was raised was whether this decision would
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6interfere with the local businesses. It was noted that thecards are not being purchased locally as they are pre-printed. Another suggestion was made to do the e-cardsand pass the savings on to the tax payers. Council will decide every November prior to sending outthe e-cards where the money will be donated.MOVED and seconded that Council start sending e-cardsfor Christmas beginning in 2011.MOTION CARRIEDNew Years Levy It was noted that the Town of Digby has been doing a NewYears levy periodically. It was suggested that theMunicipality do it as well and possibly alternate with theTown every other year. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to the Townof Digby asking if they would be interested in alternating every other year for a New Years Levy.MOTION CARRIEDTri-County SchoolBoard – Education Cuts It was mentioned that Tri-County Regional School Boardsent out a letter to all parents to see what cuts they could live with. A big cut will be coming over the next threeyears. It was noted that if they removed everything on thelist sent out to parents, they would not be able to achievethe 22 percent they are looking for.Chief AdministrativeReportMunicipal Office –Open HouseHerring WorkersProgramSigns – Transfer Station The CAO report dated January 10, 2011 was included in theCOTW Package. There will be an open house at the Municipal Office onFriday, January 14, 2011 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The Herring Workers Program was non-successful. There was a concern with the signs that have been placed bythe transfer station. The signs have a picture only, and people may not know what they mean. It was suggested
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7that an article be placed in the Coastline with a picture ofthe signs and a description of what they mean.Request for Decisions/DirectionAppointment of CathyBarr as a MunicipalBuilding Inspector MOVED and seconded that Council appoint Cathy Barras a Municipal Building Inspector.MOTION CARRIEDDepartment ReportsTaxation The Taxation report for December 2010 was included in themeeting package. Building Inspection Report/Fire Inspection Report The Building Inspection report for December 2010 wasincluded in the meeting package. Airport/Dispatch The Airport/Dispatch report for December 2010 wasincluded in the meeting package. Dog Control Activityand Financial Report The Dog Control Activity and Financial report forDecember 2010 was included in the meeting package. Coordinator ProgramDevelopmentN/AOther BusinessN/AUpdates fromPrevious meetingsN/ASpecial ProjectsUpdatesN/AStrategic PrioritiesUpdateN/ANotice of MotionN/A
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8Comments from theGallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions.In CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera to discuss a contractual issue.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:15PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
Municipal Council Agenda
Municipality of the District of DigbyCommittee of the WholeAgendaMeeting DateFebruary 14, 2011Meeting LocationCouncil ChambersCall to OrderWarden Pause to Seek GuidanceWardenApproval of the Agenda Additions/DeletionsPresentationsApproval of Minutes January 11, 2011Old Business /Business Arising from Minutes# 1.0# 2.0# 3.0Deputy Warden MacAlpineCouncillor AmeroCouncillor AdamsCouncillor TudorWarden Gregory
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Municipality of the District of DigbyCommittee of the WholeAgendaNew Business#1Tri County Regional Science Fair – March30, 2011 Funding Request#2Women In LocalGovernment BursaryProgram Funding Request#3James Hazelton Letter of Support#4Southwest Nova Biosphere ReserveAssociation Funding Request#5Deputy WardenMacAlpine Flight of Fancy#6Southwest African Heritage Month CommitteeSouthwest African Heritage Month Dinner& Dance Gala Feb 26th$ 160.00 table of8 #7Councillor TudorJoshua Slocum Monument on BrierIsland – Repairs#8Councillor TudorRequest for Free Ferry Usage for RetiredFerry Employees#9Councillor TudorSandy Cove School - FencingCorrespondence ReceivedInformation Only# 1 Buy Back NS Update# 2Councillor Jean Brittain Medical Students visit# 3Career & Options Fair February 16, 2011
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Municipality of the District of DigbyCommittee of the WholeAgenda#4Chief AdministrativeReport February 14, 2011Request for Decisions/DirectionMeeting Dates/RemindersDate & TimeMeetingLocationFeb 21, 2011No MeetingFeb 28, 2011CouncilCouncil ChambersMarch 7, 2011By-law & PolicyMunicipal BoardroomMarch 14, 2011COTWCouncil ChambersDepartment Reports for January 2011 Administration Taxation Building Department Building Permit Municipal Fire Inspector Airport/Dispatch Dispatch Call Report Airport Statistical Dog Control Activity Dog Control Financial Coordinator Program DevelopmentUpdates from PreviousmeetingsSpecial ProjectsUpdatesStrategic PrioritiesUpdateNotice of Motion
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Municipality of the District of DigbyCommittee of the WholeAgendaIn-Camera Contractual IssueAdjournment
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Municipality of the District of DigbyCommittee of the WholeAgendaNew Business#1Tri County Regional Science Fair – March30, 2011 Funding Request#2Women In LocalGovernment BursaryProgram Funding Request#3James Hazelton Letter of Support#4Southwest Nova Biosphere ReserveAssociation Funding Request#5Deputy WardenMacAlpine Flight of Fancy#6Southwest African Heritage Month CommitteeSouthwest African Heritage Month Dinner& Dance Gala Feb 26th$ 160.00 table of8 #7Councillor TudorJoshua Slocum Monument on BrierIsland – Repairs#8Councillor TudorRequest for Free Ferry Usage for RetiredFerry Employees#9Councillor TudorSandy Cove School - FencingCorrespondence ReceivedInformation Only# 1 Buy Back NS Update# 2Councillor Jean Brittain Medical Students visit# 3Career & Options Fair February 16, 2011
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Municipality of the District of DigbyCommittee of the WholeAgenda#4Chief AdministrativeReport February 14, 2011Request for Decisions/DirectionMeeting Dates/RemindersDate & TimeMeetingLocationFeb 21, 2011No MeetingFeb 28, 2011CouncilCouncil ChambersMarch 7, 2011By-law & PolicyMunicipal BoardroomMarch 14, 2011COTWCouncil ChambersDepartment Reports for January 2011 Administration Taxation Building Department Building Permit Municipal Fire Inspector Airport/Dispatch Dispatch Call Report Airport Statistical Dog Control Activity Dog Control Financial Coordinator Program DevelopmentUpdates from PreviousmeetingsSpecial ProjectsUpdatesStrategic PrioritiesUpdateNotice of Motion
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Municipality of the District of DigbyCommittee of the WholeAgendaIn-Camera Contractual IssueAdjournment
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Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Blogger's note: I canvassed Digby downtown shops about painting the storefronts with bright colours, considering the attraction Lunenburg has with its colourful waterfront buildings. The photos of that colourful waterfront are in almost every magazine and draw tourists from all over the world to that town. Look at the acclaim that Lunenburg has! That town draws visitors from all over the world to see it's colourful waterfront. People love colour!
NS: Nova Scotia destinations voted tops by Trip Advisor
The Daily Business Buzz
[HALIFAX, NS] — Halifax and Lunenburg are among the top destinations in the country in the TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards for 2010.
Halifax was listed in the top 10 of the Top 25 Destinations in Canada. Halifax and Lunenburg were also voted among the Top 10 Culture and Sightseeing Destinations.
"We are very proud that Lunenburg and Halifax have been chosen for these prestigious awards by real travellers from around the globe," said Percy Paris, Minister of Economic and Rural Development and Tourism. "These visitor reviews prove that Nova Scotia is creating amazing experiences across the province that are considered among the best in the country."
Reviewers on TripAdvisor remarked on the rich history in Halifax, best seen on foot. They noted the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, the view from the 18th-century Citadel National Historic Site and the Halifax Public Gardens as "don't miss" highlights. The site also mentions Halifax's great bars, restaurants and live music.
The Town of Lunenburg is noted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and featured for its "colourful galleries and shops, arranged on a tidy grid of walkable streets."
TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards are based on millions of real reviews and opinions from travellers on TripAdvisor.com. The winners were determined by a combination of travellers' destination comments, favourite places and overall destination popularity on the site.
TripAdvisor.com is the world's largest travel website. It attracts 40 million monthly visitors and has become a trusted source for travellers.
The department is working with tourism operators to integrate TripAdvisor into novascotia.com.
NS: Nova Scotia destinations voted tops by Trip Advisor
The Daily Business Buzz
[HALIFAX, NS] — Halifax and Lunenburg are among the top destinations in the country in the TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards for 2010.
Halifax was listed in the top 10 of the Top 25 Destinations in Canada. Halifax and Lunenburg were also voted among the Top 10 Culture and Sightseeing Destinations.
"We are very proud that Lunenburg and Halifax have been chosen for these prestigious awards by real travellers from around the globe," said Percy Paris, Minister of Economic and Rural Development and Tourism. "These visitor reviews prove that Nova Scotia is creating amazing experiences across the province that are considered among the best in the country."
Reviewers on TripAdvisor remarked on the rich history in Halifax, best seen on foot. They noted the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, the view from the 18th-century Citadel National Historic Site and the Halifax Public Gardens as "don't miss" highlights. The site also mentions Halifax's great bars, restaurants and live music.
The Town of Lunenburg is noted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and featured for its "colourful galleries and shops, arranged on a tidy grid of walkable streets."
TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards are based on millions of real reviews and opinions from travellers on TripAdvisor.com. The winners were determined by a combination of travellers' destination comments, favourite places and overall destination popularity on the site.
TripAdvisor.com is the world's largest travel website. It attracts 40 million monthly visitors and has become a trusted source for travellers.
The department is working with tourism operators to integrate TripAdvisor into novascotia.com.
SW Nova Scotia: Cranberry dreams
NS: Climate study could boost Southwest Nova's marketability
Information such as frost free dates, light intensity and frequency of fog would be included in a proposed climate data study for Southwest Nova. — Carla Allen photo
Published on February 7, 2011
Published on February 7, 2011
Carla Allen Latest News
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08-02 - Federal regulator to seek public views on how Internet should be priced
08-02 - NS: Gov't doubling co-op education positions to 450 per year
08-02 - NS: Federal election will not impact dredging project, says ECBC
08-02 - NS: Taxi bylaw changes introduced in Truro
08-02 - NS: CBRM and ECBC pursue land for wharfage, boardwalk extension
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Topics : College of Geographical Sciences , Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture , Southwest Nova.Recognizing , Shelburne , Lunenburg
[YARMOUTH, NS] — Show us the numbers. Businesses considering major agricultural investment want cold, hard facts before they plunk upwards of $30,000 per acre to develop crops like cranberries in Southwest Nova.
Recognizing the need, CBDCs in Yarmouth, Shelburne, Queens and Lunenburg are trying to get a three-year climate data project off the ground.
“One of our biggest issues of trying to attract developers from outside the region is that agriculture is very much a science nowadays and climate plays a critical role with regard to production,” said Yarmouth CBCD executive director Chris Atwood. “Every time we had developers come down, they’d ask specific questions regarding specific areas. Apart from very general climate information we couldn’t give them the information they needed — frost free dates, light intensity — we are noted to be a foggy region but it varies the further inland you go,” he said.
The $225,000 project will incorporate 42 climate data loggers set up in the region.
Some municipal units have stepped forward, and Economic Rural Development, Agrifutures, the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture and ACOA are also contributing.
Atwood says CBDC is still working with letters of offers from some funding partners.
The project would be based on a similar one that engaged the College of Geographical Sciences for the grape growers association.
“We’re looking at what they did and tailoring it for this end of the province. Once you’ve got the climate data study, you can market the region to potential developers,” said Atwood. “Our desire as a community economic development agency is to see business grow here. We see certain types of agriculture, like specialty crops, as holding potential for this region.”
Information such as frost free dates, light intensity and frequency of fog would be included in a proposed climate data study for Southwest Nova. — Carla Allen photo
Published on February 7, 2011
Published on February 7, 2011
Carla Allen Latest News
08-02 - Canada's housing market could prove more resilient in 2011 than predicted
08-02 - NS: School boards warned of two per cent funding cut
08-02 - Federal regulator to seek public views on how Internet should be priced
08-02 - NS: Gov't doubling co-op education positions to 450 per year
08-02 - NS: Federal election will not impact dredging project, says ECBC
08-02 - NS: Taxi bylaw changes introduced in Truro
08-02 - NS: CBRM and ECBC pursue land for wharfage, boardwalk extension
08-02 - NS: Groupe Savoie exploring partnerships to keep mill busy
See All Articles
Regional News
08-02 - : NL: Businesswomen inspired by premier’s speech
08-02 - : NL: Head of Canadian Imperial Venture Corp. to retire
08-02 - : NL: Wood pellet potential heating up
See All Articles
The Vanguard
Topics : College of Geographical Sciences , Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture , Southwest Nova.Recognizing , Shelburne , Lunenburg
[YARMOUTH, NS] — Show us the numbers. Businesses considering major agricultural investment want cold, hard facts before they plunk upwards of $30,000 per acre to develop crops like cranberries in Southwest Nova.
Recognizing the need, CBDCs in Yarmouth, Shelburne, Queens and Lunenburg are trying to get a three-year climate data project off the ground.
“One of our biggest issues of trying to attract developers from outside the region is that agriculture is very much a science nowadays and climate plays a critical role with regard to production,” said Yarmouth CBCD executive director Chris Atwood. “Every time we had developers come down, they’d ask specific questions regarding specific areas. Apart from very general climate information we couldn’t give them the information they needed — frost free dates, light intensity — we are noted to be a foggy region but it varies the further inland you go,” he said.
The $225,000 project will incorporate 42 climate data loggers set up in the region.
Some municipal units have stepped forward, and Economic Rural Development, Agrifutures, the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture and ACOA are also contributing.
Atwood says CBDC is still working with letters of offers from some funding partners.
The project would be based on a similar one that engaged the College of Geographical Sciences for the grape growers association.
“We’re looking at what they did and tailoring it for this end of the province. Once you’ve got the climate data study, you can market the region to potential developers,” said Atwood. “Our desire as a community economic development agency is to see business grow here. We see certain types of agriculture, like specialty crops, as holding potential for this region.”
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Digby has a Title Rival
Victoria deemed Canada's most 'romantic' city
By Derek Abma, Postmedia News February 8, 2011 Comments (10)
StoryPhotos ( 1 )
Love Michael Buble? Romance novels, too? Amazon.ca says Victoria may be the city for you.Photograph by: Lucas Jackson, ReutersA new list of the Top 20 romantic cities in Canada makes no mention of the honeymoon capital of the world, Niagara Falls, nor any place where French, "the language of love," is the native tongue.
Instead, Victoria has been named by online retailer Amazon.ca as the most romantic city in Canada. And by "romantic," Amazon means this is the city with at least 100,000 residents that has the highest per-capita rate so far this year of purchasing items such as romance novels, sex or relationship books, romantic-comedy DVDs and Michael Buble CDs.
"Victoria proves brains are sexy, too, not only earning the honour of all-around Most Romantic City 2011, but also as the biggest consumer of romantic books," Amazon said of the British Columbia capital in a statement.
None of the country's three biggest cities — Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver —made the list. And there was no representation from any provinces east of Ontario, including Quebec.
Niagara Falls is technically out of the running, because its population is less than 100,000. Other Ontario cities, however, dominate the Top 20 list, with 11 of the spots.
Rounding out the Top 5 were Guelph, Ont., Calgary, Saskatoon (last year's most romantic) and the Toronto suburb of Oakville, Ont.
National capital Ottawa barely made the cut at No. 20. It was upstaged by its suburb, Nepean at No. 9, which technically has been part of the municipality of Ottawa since 2001.
Looking at how some of the other major Canadian cities fared, Regina was sixth, Winnipeg was 11th and Edmonton was 13th.
Places such as Nepean, Calgary and Kingston, Ont. (seventh), were noted for their love of romantic-comedy DVDs. Calgary had a Top 3 ranking in all categories.
Amazon said Brantford, Ont. — hometown of Wayne Gretzky — was the top purchaser of Michael Buble CDs, but that was not enough to put it among the Top 20 overall in terms of romantic cities.
Asked for her opinion on the rankings, Stacey Espino, a Barrie, Ont., writer whose erotica books are carried by Amazon, said by email: "I've been to many of the cities listed. Being an erotic romance author living in Ontario, Canada, I'd like to think it's accurate."
Espino said crime, pollution and economic issues perhaps make Canada's bigger cities less romantic.
Eve Langlais, another Ontario-based writer of erotica — whose work is not available though Amazon — wrote: "In my opinion, the most romantic city happens to be whatever one you find yourself happiest with your partner. For me, it's Bowmanville, Ont., with my husband of over 11 years. I'm not the adventurous type in real life, even if my writing is. LOL."
dabma@postmedia.com
By Derek Abma, Postmedia News February 8, 2011 Comments (10)
StoryPhotos ( 1 )
Love Michael Buble? Romance novels, too? Amazon.ca says Victoria may be the city for you.Photograph by: Lucas Jackson, ReutersA new list of the Top 20 romantic cities in Canada makes no mention of the honeymoon capital of the world, Niagara Falls, nor any place where French, "the language of love," is the native tongue.
Instead, Victoria has been named by online retailer Amazon.ca as the most romantic city in Canada. And by "romantic," Amazon means this is the city with at least 100,000 residents that has the highest per-capita rate so far this year of purchasing items such as romance novels, sex or relationship books, romantic-comedy DVDs and Michael Buble CDs.
"Victoria proves brains are sexy, too, not only earning the honour of all-around Most Romantic City 2011, but also as the biggest consumer of romantic books," Amazon said of the British Columbia capital in a statement.
None of the country's three biggest cities — Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver —made the list. And there was no representation from any provinces east of Ontario, including Quebec.
Niagara Falls is technically out of the running, because its population is less than 100,000. Other Ontario cities, however, dominate the Top 20 list, with 11 of the spots.
Rounding out the Top 5 were Guelph, Ont., Calgary, Saskatoon (last year's most romantic) and the Toronto suburb of Oakville, Ont.
National capital Ottawa barely made the cut at No. 20. It was upstaged by its suburb, Nepean at No. 9, which technically has been part of the municipality of Ottawa since 2001.
Looking at how some of the other major Canadian cities fared, Regina was sixth, Winnipeg was 11th and Edmonton was 13th.
Places such as Nepean, Calgary and Kingston, Ont. (seventh), were noted for their love of romantic-comedy DVDs. Calgary had a Top 3 ranking in all categories.
Amazon said Brantford, Ont. — hometown of Wayne Gretzky — was the top purchaser of Michael Buble CDs, but that was not enough to put it among the Top 20 overall in terms of romantic cities.
Asked for her opinion on the rankings, Stacey Espino, a Barrie, Ont., writer whose erotica books are carried by Amazon, said by email: "I've been to many of the cities listed. Being an erotic romance author living in Ontario, Canada, I'd like to think it's accurate."
Espino said crime, pollution and economic issues perhaps make Canada's bigger cities less romantic.
Eve Langlais, another Ontario-based writer of erotica — whose work is not available though Amazon — wrote: "In my opinion, the most romantic city happens to be whatever one you find yourself happiest with your partner. For me, it's Bowmanville, Ont., with my husband of over 11 years. I'm not the adventurous type in real life, even if my writing is. LOL."
dabma@postmedia.com
Monday, February 7, 2011
A Food Policy for Nova Scotia?
From the Valley-Lois
NOVA SCOTIA FARMLAND REZONED FOR DEVELOPMENT – February 1, 2011
On February 1st, Kings County Councillors voted 6 to 5 in favour of destroying 380 acres of farmland in Greenwich of the Annapolis Valley. Media attention is indicating that our Provincially-elected leaders "will likely not be intervening" in this vitally important rezoning Issue!
WE CAN DO SOMETHING ABOUT THIS!
The loss of farmland in the Valley is not only a local matter. It is a Provincial issue. All Nova Scotians should have the option of buying locally-produced food. We must demand that the Province, who will be making a final decision within the next 30 -60 days on this rezoning, reject it and, instead, establish a strong policy to protect our farmland and our food security. Now is your chance to make a real difference or these rezoning requests for destroying our farmland will never end.
The Province needs to hear from lots of citizens on this issue. Send a strong message and please do it soon.
Here are some key points to make:
Ask that your government establish a Food Policy for Nova Scotians so that your food security is protected.
Demand that locally-grown foods be more readily available to all citizens, rural and urban.
Demand the rejection of the Greenwich rezoning amendments because this loss to our irreplaceable rural infrastructure- needed to produce healthful, local foods - is not acceptable.
Demand that your government adopt the recommendations of the Agricultural Land Review Committee and establish a Farmland Preservation Policy for Nova Scotia immediately.
Remind the Province that sustainable rural communities provide opportunities for long-term "green jobs" for a new generation of farmers.
WHO YOU CAN WRITE TO: (Please send a copy of your letter to each contact listed below including your own area MLA). Consider sending us a copy.
Premier Darrell Dexter
(email) premier@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) Office of the Premier, P.O. Box 726, Halifax N.S. B3J 2T3
Minister John MacDonell, Dept of Agriculture and Municipal Affairs
(email) MIN_DAG@gov.ns.ca and SNSMRMIN@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) P.O. Box 2223, Halifax, N.S. B3J 3C4
Deputy Minister Richard Williams, Office of Policy & Priorities
(email) williarm@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) 1700 Granville Street, 3rd Floor, One Government Place, Halifax,
N.S. B3J 1X5
Minister Stirling Belliveau, Department of Environment
(email) min_env@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) P.O. Box 442, Halifax, N.S. B3J 2P8
Minister Percy Paris, Dept. of Economic & Rural Development and Tourism
(email) econmin@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) Centennial Building, 1660 Hollis Street, P.O. Box 2311, Halifax,
N.S. B3J 3C8
Minister Charlie Parker, Department of Natural Resources
(email) min_dnr@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) 3rd Floor, Founder's Square, 1701 Hollis Street, Halifax, N.S.
B3J 2T9
Beth Densmore, President of N.S. Federation of Agriculture
(email) bdensmore@nsfa-fane.ca
(mailing) 332 Willow Street, Truro, N.S. B2N 5A5
Contact for your MLA:
See: http://nslegislature.ca/index.php/people/members/
What Councillors voted in favour of supporting:
Ø The removal of 380 acres of farmland in Greenwich for comprehensive residential and commercial development;
Ø The creation of another unnecessary "growth centre" in Kings County.
They did so despite:
v Never proving that any demand for such growth and development in Greenwich exists;
v Greenwich being one of the most successful agri-tourism destinations in the Province;
v There being thousands of available lots elsewhere in the county that are better suited for development without destroying farmland;
v Young farmers telling them that it is virtually impossible to locate fertile, affordable land to farm in Kings County;
v Noggins Corner Farm and Cosman & Whidden Honey expressing deep concerns that their businesses may be seriously jeopardized should development occur next to them in Greenwich;
v Overwhelming opposition to this rezoning proposal and demand for protection of farmland.
For more information: www.nofarmsnofood.ca
Contact us at: nofarmsnofood@gmail.com
NOVA SCOTIA FARMLAND REZONED FOR DEVELOPMENT – February 1, 2011
On February 1st, Kings County Councillors voted 6 to 5 in favour of destroying 380 acres of farmland in Greenwich of the Annapolis Valley. Media attention is indicating that our Provincially-elected leaders "will likely not be intervening" in this vitally important rezoning Issue!
WE CAN DO SOMETHING ABOUT THIS!
The loss of farmland in the Valley is not only a local matter. It is a Provincial issue. All Nova Scotians should have the option of buying locally-produced food. We must demand that the Province, who will be making a final decision within the next 30 -60 days on this rezoning, reject it and, instead, establish a strong policy to protect our farmland and our food security. Now is your chance to make a real difference or these rezoning requests for destroying our farmland will never end.
The Province needs to hear from lots of citizens on this issue. Send a strong message and please do it soon.
Here are some key points to make:
Ask that your government establish a Food Policy for Nova Scotians so that your food security is protected.
Demand that locally-grown foods be more readily available to all citizens, rural and urban.
Demand the rejection of the Greenwich rezoning amendments because this loss to our irreplaceable rural infrastructure- needed to produce healthful, local foods - is not acceptable.
Demand that your government adopt the recommendations of the Agricultural Land Review Committee and establish a Farmland Preservation Policy for Nova Scotia immediately.
Remind the Province that sustainable rural communities provide opportunities for long-term "green jobs" for a new generation of farmers.
WHO YOU CAN WRITE TO: (Please send a copy of your letter to each contact listed below including your own area MLA). Consider sending us a copy.
Premier Darrell Dexter
(email) premier@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) Office of the Premier, P.O. Box 726, Halifax N.S. B3J 2T3
Minister John MacDonell, Dept of Agriculture and Municipal Affairs
(email) MIN_DAG@gov.ns.ca and SNSMRMIN@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) P.O. Box 2223, Halifax, N.S. B3J 3C4
Deputy Minister Richard Williams, Office of Policy & Priorities
(email) williarm@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) 1700 Granville Street, 3rd Floor, One Government Place, Halifax,
N.S. B3J 1X5
Minister Stirling Belliveau, Department of Environment
(email) min_env@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) P.O. Box 442, Halifax, N.S. B3J 2P8
Minister Percy Paris, Dept. of Economic & Rural Development and Tourism
(email) econmin@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) Centennial Building, 1660 Hollis Street, P.O. Box 2311, Halifax,
N.S. B3J 3C8
Minister Charlie Parker, Department of Natural Resources
(email) min_dnr@gov.ns.ca
(mailing) 3rd Floor, Founder's Square, 1701 Hollis Street, Halifax, N.S.
B3J 2T9
Beth Densmore, President of N.S. Federation of Agriculture
(email) bdensmore@nsfa-fane.ca
(mailing) 332 Willow Street, Truro, N.S. B2N 5A5
Contact for your MLA:
See: http://nslegislature.ca/index.php/people/members/
What Councillors voted in favour of supporting:
Ø The removal of 380 acres of farmland in Greenwich for comprehensive residential and commercial development;
Ø The creation of another unnecessary "growth centre" in Kings County.
They did so despite:
v Never proving that any demand for such growth and development in Greenwich exists;
v Greenwich being one of the most successful agri-tourism destinations in the Province;
v There being thousands of available lots elsewhere in the county that are better suited for development without destroying farmland;
v Young farmers telling them that it is virtually impossible to locate fertile, affordable land to farm in Kings County;
v Noggins Corner Farm and Cosman & Whidden Honey expressing deep concerns that their businesses may be seriously jeopardized should development occur next to them in Greenwich;
v Overwhelming opposition to this rezoning proposal and demand for protection of farmland.
For more information: www.nofarmsnofood.ca
Contact us at: nofarmsnofood@gmail.com
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Tidal Power
Castine
Castine Patriot, February 3, 2011
Tidal power: Cobscook Bay study bodes well for fish
by Colin Powell
The Maine coast provides some of the best spots for tidal power generation in the country, experts agree.
But while engineers test turbines to exploit that potential, those who work on the coast have major questions about their environmental impact.
That’s where the Maine Tidal Power Initiative comes in.
The goal of the initiative is to evaluate and develop Maine’s tidal energy resources responsibly, according to fish ecologist Gayle Zydlewski.
Zydlewski spoke on Monday, January 31, as the first lecturer in this year’s Ocean Studies Lecture series at Maine Maritime Academy.
She explained that MTPI comprises staff and faculty from the University of Maine and MMA, from fields as diverse as mechanical and civil engineering to marine science and sociology. Zydlewski herself is an assistant professor at the University of Maine.
Over the next seven to 10 years, Zydlewski said, Maine is expected to produce 250 to 400 megawatts of power from tidal sources.
While there are a number of individuals and companies working on turbines that produce consistent and high quality electricity, recent problems with wind farms, both off-shore and land-based, have exposed a need to do extensive environmental and social studies.
Zydlewski described how one of her MTPI colleagues, Teresa Johnson, conducted a survey of people in the Cobscook Bay area. That’s where the Ocean Renewable Power Company is close to deploying a production-ready turbine.
Johnson, an assistant professor of marine policy, is a social scientist who specializes in fishing communities.
In Johnson’s survey, the majority of respondents said environmental impacts are the most important area of research that’s needed before a tidal generator is installed.
Given the interest, Zydlewski and her colleagues at MTPI set about to create experiments to determine the type, quantity and behavior of marine life at the proposed site for the ORPC device.
While there was some past data for the marine life in the general area, Zydlewski said much of it was from research papers nearly 30 years old, and not even from Cobscook Bay, but nearby Passamaquoddy Bay.
With limited studies to draw on, Zydlewski and her partners had to create their own experiments.
They designed a dual-sonar system that was mounted to a moored boat over the proposed site. One sonar provided images to a depth of 10 meters, with the other providing images from the sea floor.
There was also a second rig set up to monitor a “control site,” picked for having similar characteristics to the proposed site, and that could be monitored after the device is installed to measure changes in marine life at the installation point.
What her group discovered was surprising, Zydlewski said.
Data gathered in the spring and fall, during both the day and night, showed the bulk of fish were located about 20 to 25 meters off the sea floor.
The ORPC device is designed to be installed only 10 meters off the sea floor, so this means the number of fish affected by the installation would be minimal.
Besides testing for the presence of fish in the water column, the group performed another experiment using a test turbine anchored below a barge.
The group mounted the device in front of and behind the turbine, which looks like a large reel lawnmower.
While all the data from that test has not yet been analyzed, Zydlewski said preliminary results are interesting.
After the schools pass through the device, she said, they seem to experience a moment of confusion, but then usually reorient themselves after a moment and move on. The scientists also watched a large species of fish approach the intake end of the device, stop, turn and move upstream.
While the MTPI data has so far been good news for the tidal power industry, Zydlewski was careful to point out that the data was only for two small locations in Cobscook Bay.
She said there is still a need to perform similar tests elsewhere on the Maine coast. There is also a need to make such studies easier to perform with fewer people, she said, as there is interest in private tidal generators operated by small groups or individuals.
While her group’s data on fish populations in the water column have been very well received, she said state and federal natural resource agencies still need data for summer and winter.
“We’ve been collecting data that is relative to the time of year when fish are known to be there,” Zydlewski said.
But without official data for the other times of the year, she said, the natural resource departments have to use the only data they have—namely for spring and fall— for other times of the year.
These are the agencies that are striving to define license requirements even as devices are being prepared for installation.
“So now we’ve been collecting some data this past January and will be collecting more this February,” Zydlewski said.
Castine Patriot, February 3, 2011
Tidal power: Cobscook Bay study bodes well for fish
by Colin Powell
The Maine coast provides some of the best spots for tidal power generation in the country, experts agree.
But while engineers test turbines to exploit that potential, those who work on the coast have major questions about their environmental impact.
That’s where the Maine Tidal Power Initiative comes in.
The goal of the initiative is to evaluate and develop Maine’s tidal energy resources responsibly, according to fish ecologist Gayle Zydlewski.
Zydlewski spoke on Monday, January 31, as the first lecturer in this year’s Ocean Studies Lecture series at Maine Maritime Academy.
She explained that MTPI comprises staff and faculty from the University of Maine and MMA, from fields as diverse as mechanical and civil engineering to marine science and sociology. Zydlewski herself is an assistant professor at the University of Maine.
Over the next seven to 10 years, Zydlewski said, Maine is expected to produce 250 to 400 megawatts of power from tidal sources.
While there are a number of individuals and companies working on turbines that produce consistent and high quality electricity, recent problems with wind farms, both off-shore and land-based, have exposed a need to do extensive environmental and social studies.
Zydlewski described how one of her MTPI colleagues, Teresa Johnson, conducted a survey of people in the Cobscook Bay area. That’s where the Ocean Renewable Power Company is close to deploying a production-ready turbine.
Johnson, an assistant professor of marine policy, is a social scientist who specializes in fishing communities.
In Johnson’s survey, the majority of respondents said environmental impacts are the most important area of research that’s needed before a tidal generator is installed.
Given the interest, Zydlewski and her colleagues at MTPI set about to create experiments to determine the type, quantity and behavior of marine life at the proposed site for the ORPC device.
While there was some past data for the marine life in the general area, Zydlewski said much of it was from research papers nearly 30 years old, and not even from Cobscook Bay, but nearby Passamaquoddy Bay.
With limited studies to draw on, Zydlewski and her partners had to create their own experiments.
They designed a dual-sonar system that was mounted to a moored boat over the proposed site. One sonar provided images to a depth of 10 meters, with the other providing images from the sea floor.
There was also a second rig set up to monitor a “control site,” picked for having similar characteristics to the proposed site, and that could be monitored after the device is installed to measure changes in marine life at the installation point.
What her group discovered was surprising, Zydlewski said.
Data gathered in the spring and fall, during both the day and night, showed the bulk of fish were located about 20 to 25 meters off the sea floor.
The ORPC device is designed to be installed only 10 meters off the sea floor, so this means the number of fish affected by the installation would be minimal.
Besides testing for the presence of fish in the water column, the group performed another experiment using a test turbine anchored below a barge.
The group mounted the device in front of and behind the turbine, which looks like a large reel lawnmower.
While all the data from that test has not yet been analyzed, Zydlewski said preliminary results are interesting.
After the schools pass through the device, she said, they seem to experience a moment of confusion, but then usually reorient themselves after a moment and move on. The scientists also watched a large species of fish approach the intake end of the device, stop, turn and move upstream.
While the MTPI data has so far been good news for the tidal power industry, Zydlewski was careful to point out that the data was only for two small locations in Cobscook Bay.
She said there is still a need to perform similar tests elsewhere on the Maine coast. There is also a need to make such studies easier to perform with fewer people, she said, as there is interest in private tidal generators operated by small groups or individuals.
While her group’s data on fish populations in the water column have been very well received, she said state and federal natural resource agencies still need data for summer and winter.
“We’ve been collecting data that is relative to the time of year when fish are known to be there,” Zydlewski said.
But without official data for the other times of the year, she said, the natural resource departments have to use the only data they have—namely for spring and fall— for other times of the year.
These are the agencies that are striving to define license requirements even as devices are being prepared for installation.
“So now we’ve been collecting some data this past January and will be collecting more this February,” Zydlewski said.
Aquaculture-Dan Mills
dan mills
Sent: Saturday, February 05, 2011 2:49 PM
Subject: Aquaculture in Nova Scotia
Dear Editor:
In the edition of the Chronicle Herald of Feb.2nd., both Pamela Parker and Bruce Hancock take Silver
Donald Cameron to task for standing up and out for values which his opponents seem not to embrace. By the tone of their response, it appears he struck a very raw nerve.
Why are these people so defensive if there is nothing at all to fear? Why is Mr. Hancock so annoyed with activists such as Mr.Cameron for going the extra mile to help people to understand and to determine the truth?
I wrote a letter to Mr. Hancock in my own pursuit, and he told me to go to people much like himself and Ms. Parker: "existing fish farmers, government regulators,and ordinary people (not activists) that live and work in such areas...."
I took that as a sign of fear and cowardice, and wondered why he would ask me to consult only those who seem to be in the same bed? By title and profession, are they then to be taken as holders of the absolute truth beyond which there is no other? I think not!
Activists are not evil people, or liars as perhaps these leaders think. They are ordinary Joes and Janes who wish to know, and have honest answers, to their questions. Remember not all that long ago,we listened to DFO, but in not too long a time, the North Atlantic Cod all but disappeared. Why should we trust them now and those who make the snowballs for them to throw?
Mr. Cameron may not have all the answers; nor do I. But we need people like him to pick up the gauntlet so that all sides may be bared, and informed people will have a say, and a choice in the future of their waters. Not everyone trusts the politicians or Cookes Aquaculture in this venture. I don't! Why should we in the face of their dictatorial defense?
Daniel Mills
Digby Neck
902-245-5171
Sent: Saturday, February 05, 2011 2:49 PM
Subject: Aquaculture in Nova Scotia
Dear Editor:
In the edition of the Chronicle Herald of Feb.2nd., both Pamela Parker and Bruce Hancock take Silver
Donald Cameron to task for standing up and out for values which his opponents seem not to embrace. By the tone of their response, it appears he struck a very raw nerve.
Why are these people so defensive if there is nothing at all to fear? Why is Mr. Hancock so annoyed with activists such as Mr.Cameron for going the extra mile to help people to understand and to determine the truth?
I wrote a letter to Mr. Hancock in my own pursuit, and he told me to go to people much like himself and Ms. Parker: "existing fish farmers, government regulators,and ordinary people (not activists) that live and work in such areas...."
I took that as a sign of fear and cowardice, and wondered why he would ask me to consult only those who seem to be in the same bed? By title and profession, are they then to be taken as holders of the absolute truth beyond which there is no other? I think not!
Activists are not evil people, or liars as perhaps these leaders think. They are ordinary Joes and Janes who wish to know, and have honest answers, to their questions. Remember not all that long ago,we listened to DFO, but in not too long a time, the North Atlantic Cod all but disappeared. Why should we trust them now and those who make the snowballs for them to throw?
Mr. Cameron may not have all the answers; nor do I. But we need people like him to pick up the gauntlet so that all sides may be bared, and informed people will have a say, and a choice in the future of their waters. Not everyone trusts the politicians or Cookes Aquaculture in this venture. I don't! Why should we in the face of their dictatorial defense?
Daniel Mills
Digby Neck
902-245-5171
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Radio News
The News from AVR radio station
Maple Leaf announces another closure
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 10:46:12
It likely won’t bring much comfort to the employees of Larsons in Berwick, however, Maple Leaf announced this morning that it would close a prepared meats plant in B.C. The Surrey operation employees 165 people and will being to wind down operations in May. The closure of the two plants is a clear indication of Maple Leafs cost cutting measures and restructuring which the company indicated was the reason behind the Berwick plants closure.
Environment Canada warns of a dangerous storm
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 10:44:36
Environment Canada forecaster David Phillips is calling for a ''dangerous storm'' to hit our area and warns it will have a ''major impact.'' Updated forecasts are calling for up to 45 cm of snow over the next 24 hours, which is expected to begin this afternoon. Schools across south western Nova Scotia have been closed and some flights to the mid-western US have been canceled. Nova Scotia RCMP is asking motorists to take extra precautions on our roadways as high winds could cause white-out conditions.
Shubenacadie Sam predicts an early spring.
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 09:39:41
Reports from Shubie Park from Groundhog Day Festivities are that Shubenacadie Sam, our local prognosticating rodent, is predicting an early spring. The province's time zone makes Sam the first groundhog to make a prediction in North America. According the posts on Twitter, Punxsutawney Phil and Wiarton Willie agree with him.
Protest march in Wolfville
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 09:05:59
Students at Acadia are protesting yesterdays provincial decision on tuition fees as part the larger Reduce Fees and Drop Debt Day of Action. They plan to March at 1:30 from Willow Park to the Clock tower on Main St. According to RCMP Community Policing Officer Blair MacMurtrey, their parade permit estimates 350 participants. The same permit prevents the group from closing Main St so the protesters will be confined to the side walks. Motorists are asked to pay extra attention when driving through town.
Saulnierville man avoids jail on his birthday
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 06:33:34
A Digby County man won't see the inside of a jail cell on his birthday, however, he will see a 1300 dollar fine and a one year ban from driving. Guy Alfred Comeau of Saulnierville, who turns 47 today, had earlier pleaded guilty to driving with a blood-alcohol level above the legal limit. On Jan 13, Comeau was arrested after he rear-ended another vehicle on the 101 and then fled the scene. Police later caught up with Comeau at the convenience store on Ashmore. This was Comeau's second conviction.
Greenwich land re-zoning approved
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 06:12:02
In a controversial vote last night, Kings County Council narrowly passed the Greenwich Comprehensive Development District with a six to five vote. The approval of the plan brought a loud chorus of 'boo's from those opposed in the public gallery. Councils decision will now have to be approved by the province. Peter Elderkin, one of the five farmers who submitted the application for re-zoning, says he plans to sell the land and reinvest in his farm. Marilyn Cameron from the No Farms No Food Community group says her supporters will lobby the province to reverse tonight's decision.
Maple Leaf announces another closure
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 10:46:12
It likely won’t bring much comfort to the employees of Larsons in Berwick, however, Maple Leaf announced this morning that it would close a prepared meats plant in B.C. The Surrey operation employees 165 people and will being to wind down operations in May. The closure of the two plants is a clear indication of Maple Leafs cost cutting measures and restructuring which the company indicated was the reason behind the Berwick plants closure.
Environment Canada warns of a dangerous storm
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 10:44:36
Environment Canada forecaster David Phillips is calling for a ''dangerous storm'' to hit our area and warns it will have a ''major impact.'' Updated forecasts are calling for up to 45 cm of snow over the next 24 hours, which is expected to begin this afternoon. Schools across south western Nova Scotia have been closed and some flights to the mid-western US have been canceled. Nova Scotia RCMP is asking motorists to take extra precautions on our roadways as high winds could cause white-out conditions.
Shubenacadie Sam predicts an early spring.
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 09:39:41
Reports from Shubie Park from Groundhog Day Festivities are that Shubenacadie Sam, our local prognosticating rodent, is predicting an early spring. The province's time zone makes Sam the first groundhog to make a prediction in North America. According the posts on Twitter, Punxsutawney Phil and Wiarton Willie agree with him.
Protest march in Wolfville
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 09:05:59
Students at Acadia are protesting yesterdays provincial decision on tuition fees as part the larger Reduce Fees and Drop Debt Day of Action. They plan to March at 1:30 from Willow Park to the Clock tower on Main St. According to RCMP Community Policing Officer Blair MacMurtrey, their parade permit estimates 350 participants. The same permit prevents the group from closing Main St so the protesters will be confined to the side walks. Motorists are asked to pay extra attention when driving through town.
Saulnierville man avoids jail on his birthday
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 06:33:34
A Digby County man won't see the inside of a jail cell on his birthday, however, he will see a 1300 dollar fine and a one year ban from driving. Guy Alfred Comeau of Saulnierville, who turns 47 today, had earlier pleaded guilty to driving with a blood-alcohol level above the legal limit. On Jan 13, Comeau was arrested after he rear-ended another vehicle on the 101 and then fled the scene. Police later caught up with Comeau at the convenience store on Ashmore. This was Comeau's second conviction.
Greenwich land re-zoning approved
By Robb Lepper. Last updated: 2011-02-02 06:12:02
In a controversial vote last night, Kings County Council narrowly passed the Greenwich Comprehensive Development District with a six to five vote. The approval of the plan brought a loud chorus of 'boo's from those opposed in the public gallery. Councils decision will now have to be approved by the province. Peter Elderkin, one of the five farmers who submitted the application for re-zoning, says he plans to sell the land and reinvest in his farm. Marilyn Cameron from the No Farms No Food Community group says her supporters will lobby the province to reverse tonight's decision.
Avaaz, Aids, and Parliament
from Avaaz
A bill is in Parliament that would force big pharma to grant exceptions to their patents for life saving AIDS drugs in developing countries. But the Conservatives are trying to kill the bill - dashing dreams of affordable medicine for the world’s poor before Parliament even has a chance to vote. Sign the petition to let Parliament vote!
A bill is in Parliament that would make Canada a leader in the production of affordable AIDS drugs for developing countries. But the Conservative Party is trying to kill Bill C393 on a technicality, dashing dreams of affordable medicine for the world’s poor before Parliament even has a chance to vote.
The sponsor of the Bill resigned from Parliament last year. To move forward, Parliament has to unanimously approve a new sponsor. This is common, and usually happens without a fuss. But Conservatives are so determined to protect the profits of big pharmaceutical companies, they are refusing to agree to the sponsorship change.
A Canadian company, Apotex, has already pledged to produce and deliver affordable AIDS drugs for children across the world as soon as this Bill is passed. Let's raise a nation-wide call for Conservatives to respect democracy and let Parliament vote on Bill - C393. Sign the petition and forward to all of your friends:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
The Canadian Access to Medicines Regime doesn’t work - bureaucratic hurdles make production of generic drugs too expensive. But the amendments proposed in Bill-C393 would allow Canadian companies to produce the AIDS drugs people need most, at prices that are affordable for those in developing countries. This Bill is the key to changing Canada’s role in world health provision.
So far, the NDP, Liberals, Greens and the Bloc have pledged to support the Bill’s sponsorship change - understanding that democracy requires honest and open debate in Parliament. Only the Conservatives have refused to support this necessary formality before the Bill undergoes rigorous debate and a fair vote.
Our outrage at this undermining of Canadian democracy - at a time when the legislation could literally save thousands of lives - can force the Conservatives to let Parliament vote fairly on this measure.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
Canadian democracy has never been about quick tricks and technical maneuvering. Let’s insist Conservative politicians in Parliament support a fair and open debate about access to medicines. Call on the Conservatives to let Parliament vote.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
With hope,
Emma, Ricken, Laryn, and the rest of the Avaaz team.
Sources:
Children Can't Wait, Dying for Drugs in Devloping Countries (Can. HIV/AIDS Legal Network)
http://www.aidslaw.ca/EN/camr/index.htm
Fighting to get cheap drugs to Africa at critical stage (Toronto Star)
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/930204--fight-to-get-cheap-drugs-to-africa-at-critical-stage
Procedural quagmire could kill dream of cheap AIDS drugs (Xtra)
http://www.xtra.ca/public/National/Procedural_quagmire_could_kill_dream_of_cheap_AIDS_drugs-9706.aspx
Support the Avaaz community! We're entirely funded by donations and receive no money from governments or corporations. Our dedicated team ensures even the smallest contributions go a long way -- donate here.
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Avaaz.org is a 7-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 13 countries on 4 continents and operates in 14 languages.
A bill is in Parliament that would force big pharma to grant exceptions to their patents for life saving AIDS drugs in developing countries. But the Conservatives are trying to kill the bill - dashing dreams of affordable medicine for the world’s poor before Parliament even has a chance to vote. Sign the petition to let Parliament vote!
A bill is in Parliament that would make Canada a leader in the production of affordable AIDS drugs for developing countries. But the Conservative Party is trying to kill Bill C393 on a technicality, dashing dreams of affordable medicine for the world’s poor before Parliament even has a chance to vote.
The sponsor of the Bill resigned from Parliament last year. To move forward, Parliament has to unanimously approve a new sponsor. This is common, and usually happens without a fuss. But Conservatives are so determined to protect the profits of big pharmaceutical companies, they are refusing to agree to the sponsorship change.
A Canadian company, Apotex, has already pledged to produce and deliver affordable AIDS drugs for children across the world as soon as this Bill is passed. Let's raise a nation-wide call for Conservatives to respect democracy and let Parliament vote on Bill - C393. Sign the petition and forward to all of your friends:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
The Canadian Access to Medicines Regime doesn’t work - bureaucratic hurdles make production of generic drugs too expensive. But the amendments proposed in Bill-C393 would allow Canadian companies to produce the AIDS drugs people need most, at prices that are affordable for those in developing countries. This Bill is the key to changing Canada’s role in world health provision.
So far, the NDP, Liberals, Greens and the Bloc have pledged to support the Bill’s sponsorship change - understanding that democracy requires honest and open debate in Parliament. Only the Conservatives have refused to support this necessary formality before the Bill undergoes rigorous debate and a fair vote.
Our outrage at this undermining of Canadian democracy - at a time when the legislation could literally save thousands of lives - can force the Conservatives to let Parliament vote fairly on this measure.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
Canadian democracy has never been about quick tricks and technical maneuvering. Let’s insist Conservative politicians in Parliament support a fair and open debate about access to medicines. Call on the Conservatives to let Parliament vote.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
With hope,
Emma, Ricken, Laryn, and the rest of the Avaaz team.
Sources:
Children Can't Wait, Dying for Drugs in Devloping Countries (Can. HIV/AIDS Legal Network)
http://www.aidslaw.ca/EN/camr/index.htm
Fighting to get cheap drugs to Africa at critical stage (Toronto Star)
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/930204--fight-to-get-cheap-drugs-to-africa-at-critical-stage
Procedural quagmire could kill dream of cheap AIDS drugs (Xtra)
http://www.xtra.ca/public/National/Procedural_quagmire_could_kill_dream_of_cheap_AIDS_drugs-9706.aspx
Support the Avaaz community! We're entirely funded by donations and receive no money from governments or corporations. Our dedicated team ensures even the smallest contributions go a long way -- donate here.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Avaaz.org is a 7-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 13 countries on 4 continents and operates in 14 languages.
A bill is in Parliament that would force big pharma to grant exceptions to their patents for life saving AIDS drugs in developing countries. But the Conservatives are trying to kill the bill - dashing dreams of affordable medicine for the world’s poor before Parliament even has a chance to vote. Sign the petition to let Parliament vote!
A bill is in Parliament that would make Canada a leader in the production of affordable AIDS drugs for developing countries. But the Conservative Party is trying to kill Bill C393 on a technicality, dashing dreams of affordable medicine for the world’s poor before Parliament even has a chance to vote.
The sponsor of the Bill resigned from Parliament last year. To move forward, Parliament has to unanimously approve a new sponsor. This is common, and usually happens without a fuss. But Conservatives are so determined to protect the profits of big pharmaceutical companies, they are refusing to agree to the sponsorship change.
A Canadian company, Apotex, has already pledged to produce and deliver affordable AIDS drugs for children across the world as soon as this Bill is passed. Let's raise a nation-wide call for Conservatives to respect democracy and let Parliament vote on Bill - C393. Sign the petition and forward to all of your friends:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
The Canadian Access to Medicines Regime doesn’t work - bureaucratic hurdles make production of generic drugs too expensive. But the amendments proposed in Bill-C393 would allow Canadian companies to produce the AIDS drugs people need most, at prices that are affordable for those in developing countries. This Bill is the key to changing Canada’s role in world health provision.
So far, the NDP, Liberals, Greens and the Bloc have pledged to support the Bill’s sponsorship change - understanding that democracy requires honest and open debate in Parliament. Only the Conservatives have refused to support this necessary formality before the Bill undergoes rigorous debate and a fair vote.
Our outrage at this undermining of Canadian democracy - at a time when the legislation could literally save thousands of lives - can force the Conservatives to let Parliament vote fairly on this measure.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
Canadian democracy has never been about quick tricks and technical maneuvering. Let’s insist Conservative politicians in Parliament support a fair and open debate about access to medicines. Call on the Conservatives to let Parliament vote.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
With hope,
Emma, Ricken, Laryn, and the rest of the Avaaz team.
Sources:
Children Can't Wait, Dying for Drugs in Devloping Countries (Can. HIV/AIDS Legal Network)
http://www.aidslaw.ca/EN/camr/index.htm
Fighting to get cheap drugs to Africa at critical stage (Toronto Star)
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/930204--fight-to-get-cheap-drugs-to-africa-at-critical-stage
Procedural quagmire could kill dream of cheap AIDS drugs (Xtra)
http://www.xtra.ca/public/National/Procedural_quagmire_could_kill_dream_of_cheap_AIDS_drugs-9706.aspx
Support the Avaaz community! We're entirely funded by donations and receive no money from governments or corporations. Our dedicated team ensures even the smallest contributions go a long way -- donate here.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Avaaz.org is a 7-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 13 countries on 4 continents and operates in 14 languages.
A bill is in Parliament that would make Canada a leader in the production of affordable AIDS drugs for developing countries. But the Conservative Party is trying to kill Bill C393 on a technicality, dashing dreams of affordable medicine for the world’s poor before Parliament even has a chance to vote.
The sponsor of the Bill resigned from Parliament last year. To move forward, Parliament has to unanimously approve a new sponsor. This is common, and usually happens without a fuss. But Conservatives are so determined to protect the profits of big pharmaceutical companies, they are refusing to agree to the sponsorship change.
A Canadian company, Apotex, has already pledged to produce and deliver affordable AIDS drugs for children across the world as soon as this Bill is passed. Let's raise a nation-wide call for Conservatives to respect democracy and let Parliament vote on Bill - C393. Sign the petition and forward to all of your friends:
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
The Canadian Access to Medicines Regime doesn’t work - bureaucratic hurdles make production of generic drugs too expensive. But the amendments proposed in Bill-C393 would allow Canadian companies to produce the AIDS drugs people need most, at prices that are affordable for those in developing countries. This Bill is the key to changing Canada’s role in world health provision.
So far, the NDP, Liberals, Greens and the Bloc have pledged to support the Bill’s sponsorship change - understanding that democracy requires honest and open debate in Parliament. Only the Conservatives have refused to support this necessary formality before the Bill undergoes rigorous debate and a fair vote.
Our outrage at this undermining of Canadian democracy - at a time when the legislation could literally save thousands of lives - can force the Conservatives to let Parliament vote fairly on this measure.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
Canadian democracy has never been about quick tricks and technical maneuvering. Let’s insist Conservative politicians in Parliament support a fair and open debate about access to medicines. Call on the Conservatives to let Parliament vote.
http://www.avaaz.org/en/let_parliament_vote/?vl
With hope,
Emma, Ricken, Laryn, and the rest of the Avaaz team.
Sources:
Children Can't Wait, Dying for Drugs in Devloping Countries (Can. HIV/AIDS Legal Network)
http://www.aidslaw.ca/EN/camr/index.htm
Fighting to get cheap drugs to Africa at critical stage (Toronto Star)
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/930204--fight-to-get-cheap-drugs-to-africa-at-critical-stage
Procedural quagmire could kill dream of cheap AIDS drugs (Xtra)
http://www.xtra.ca/public/National/Procedural_quagmire_could_kill_dream_of_cheap_AIDS_drugs-9706.aspx
Support the Avaaz community! We're entirely funded by donations and receive no money from governments or corporations. Our dedicated team ensures even the smallest contributions go a long way -- donate here.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Avaaz.org is a 7-million-person global campaign network that works to ensure that the views and values of the world's people shape global decision-making. ("Avaaz" means "voice" or "song" in many languages.) Avaaz members live in every nation of the world; our team is spread across 13 countries on 4 continents and operates in 14 languages.
Bear River Health Clinic
Bear River Health Clinic News
Acupuncture - Traditional Chinese Acupuncture by Joe Kubinec. Traditional Chinese Acupuncture by Joe Kubinec is available on Wednesdays unless otherwise posted. This treatment helps with back pain, arthritis, menopause, headaches, insomnia, stop smoking and many other conditions. Appointments are booked through the Clinic. For those who don't like needles, Joe now offers treatments using lazer.
Audiology - Neil Hackett is in every other Friday to help with your hearing needs. Please call 1-866-299-2016 to book appointments.
BodyTalk System -Jocelyn incorporates balancing techniques using muscle testing. Your body determines healing priorities. Book appointments through the Clinic. For further information call Jocelyn at 467-0771 or visit www.bodytalksystem.com
Counselling/Clinical Hypnotherapy - Gayle Allen offers help with concerns such as phobias, bed-wetting and stress just to mention a few. Call the Clinic to book appointments and for more info. You can also call Gayle for more info at 526-2850.
Electrolysis - Ronda Best is in twice a month for all your hair removal needs. Call 1-902-791-0953 for more information or to book your appointment.
Esthetics -Charlene Decker provides waxing, manicures and pedicures. To book an appointment or for more information, call 1-902-874-2454 or email: estheticly_pleasing@yahoo.ca
Juniper House Outreach - Lori is available to see clients at our Clinic. Please call 245-4789 to book your appointment.
Nurse Practitioners - Dianne Corbett, RN specializes in concerns specific to the elderly, such as memory loss, complicated medical conditions and poor coordination/balance. Dianne will continue to see a limited number of patients at our Clinic. She will be in once a month.
Connie Day, RN is a general nurse practitioner. Beginning on Feb. 8, Connie will be in on Tuesdays.
Physician Services - At this time, Dr. Harding is unable to take on any patients he has not already seen at our Clinic, due to high patient volume.
Reflexology/Massage - Deb provides quality reiki and reflexology services, along with Indian Head Massage, chair massage and Scalp Massage. Need to de-stress? Book your appointment today and relax! Gift certificates are available on request.
Times and dates are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Acupuncture - Traditional Chinese Acupuncture by Joe Kubinec. Traditional Chinese Acupuncture by Joe Kubinec is available on Wednesdays unless otherwise posted. This treatment helps with back pain, arthritis, menopause, headaches, insomnia, stop smoking and many other conditions. Appointments are booked through the Clinic. For those who don't like needles, Joe now offers treatments using lazer.
Audiology - Neil Hackett is in every other Friday to help with your hearing needs. Please call 1-866-299-2016 to book appointments.
BodyTalk System -Jocelyn incorporates balancing techniques using muscle testing. Your body determines healing priorities. Book appointments through the Clinic. For further information call Jocelyn at 467-0771 or visit www.bodytalksystem.com
Counselling/Clinical Hypnotherapy - Gayle Allen offers help with concerns such as phobias, bed-wetting and stress just to mention a few. Call the Clinic to book appointments and for more info. You can also call Gayle for more info at 526-2850.
Electrolysis - Ronda Best is in twice a month for all your hair removal needs. Call 1-902-791-0953 for more information or to book your appointment.
Esthetics -Charlene Decker provides waxing, manicures and pedicures. To book an appointment or for more information, call 1-902-874-2454 or email: estheticly_pleasing@yahoo.ca
Juniper House Outreach - Lori is available to see clients at our Clinic. Please call 245-4789 to book your appointment.
Nurse Practitioners - Dianne Corbett, RN specializes in concerns specific to the elderly, such as memory loss, complicated medical conditions and poor coordination/balance. Dianne will continue to see a limited number of patients at our Clinic. She will be in once a month.
Connie Day, RN is a general nurse practitioner. Beginning on Feb. 8, Connie will be in on Tuesdays.
Physician Services - At this time, Dr. Harding is unable to take on any patients he has not already seen at our Clinic, due to high patient volume.
Reflexology/Massage - Deb provides quality reiki and reflexology services, along with Indian Head Massage, chair massage and Scalp Massage. Need to de-stress? Book your appointment today and relax! Gift certificates are available on request.
Times and dates are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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