Thursday, April 21, 2011 we will have a bake sale and BBQ here at the Municipal Office from 1200 am to 100 pm. Hotdogs will be barbecued and there will be pop for sale.
All proceeds will go to Relay for Life 2011.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Over the Rainbow
The Fundy Chorale presents its spring concert "Over the Rainbow" on May 1, 'll at 3pm. Come join us and our friends!
Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Kathleen will deliver tickets for no charge on Digby Neck and in Digby.
come on out and celebrate spring!
Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Kathleen will deliver tickets for no charge on Digby Neck and in Digby.
come on out and celebrate spring!
Monday, April 18, 2011
African Nova Scotians
New farming opportunities for African Nova Scotians
Published on April 14, 2011
Published on April 14, 2011
Nova Scotia Agricultural College Professor Dr. Sam Asiedu and Cammie Harbottle of Waldegrave Farm are the guest speakers at a Growing Local conference designed to support and encourage African Nova Scotians interested in farming.
Topics : African Nova Scotians , Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture , Nova Scotia “Nova Scotia has exciting opportunities in agriculture. Homegrown Success, our 10-year plan for agriculture, outlines a broad strategic approach to the long-term growth of the industry in Nova Scotia so farmers can generate greater profits,” said Agriculture Minister John MacDonell. “The conference will provide opportunities to hear about new ways of doing business, new technology to grow different crops and consumers who demand locally grown products.”
Through interactive presentations, activities and tours, participants in the Growing Local conference will have an opportunity to create links with those who support new farmers, research new ways of producing food and meet a new farmer well on her way to success.
“For generations, many African Nova Scotians have proven to be resourceful farmers,” said Percy Paris, Minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs. “This conference is a great opportunity for existing farmers to encounter new and innovative ideas to help their businesses grow and for those considering farming to discover the tools and inspiration they need to succeed.”
The two-day conference— April 28-29—held at the Best Western Glengarry and at NSAC, will focus on trends and opportunities in agriculture in the province. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas and experiences and will begin to bring together the tools needed to start or grow their agricultural businesses. Topics covered will include where to find good ideas, business start-up help and the latest production information.
“This is a great example of community-oriented education that builds on a history of partnership between the university, government and African Nova Scotians that extends back to the 1900s,” said Dr. Leslie MacLaren, NSAC co-president. “The work benefits all of us.”
Pre-registration is required by Thursday, April 14th and all fees have been funded under the Canada-Nova Scotia Labour Market Agreement in cooperation with the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture.
“Helping growers to rethink farming as a business opportunity is what excites us about this conference,” said Director of Business Development with the Black Business Initiative, Gordon Doe. “Business is about generating income. By saving on their grocery bills, hobby farmers generate income. Extending this ‘grocery bill-savings- scheme’ to a neighbor is a business opportunity we intend to help local growers see and capitalize on,” he added.
The conference is sponsored by the NSAC, the NSDA and the Black Business Initiative. For additional information please visit nsac.ca/cde
Published on April 14, 2011
Published on April 14, 2011
Nova Scotia Agricultural College Professor Dr. Sam Asiedu and Cammie Harbottle of Waldegrave Farm are the guest speakers at a Growing Local conference designed to support and encourage African Nova Scotians interested in farming.
Topics : African Nova Scotians , Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture , Nova Scotia “Nova Scotia has exciting opportunities in agriculture. Homegrown Success, our 10-year plan for agriculture, outlines a broad strategic approach to the long-term growth of the industry in Nova Scotia so farmers can generate greater profits,” said Agriculture Minister John MacDonell. “The conference will provide opportunities to hear about new ways of doing business, new technology to grow different crops and consumers who demand locally grown products.”
Through interactive presentations, activities and tours, participants in the Growing Local conference will have an opportunity to create links with those who support new farmers, research new ways of producing food and meet a new farmer well on her way to success.
“For generations, many African Nova Scotians have proven to be resourceful farmers,” said Percy Paris, Minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs. “This conference is a great opportunity for existing farmers to encounter new and innovative ideas to help their businesses grow and for those considering farming to discover the tools and inspiration they need to succeed.”
The two-day conference— April 28-29—held at the Best Western Glengarry and at NSAC, will focus on trends and opportunities in agriculture in the province. Participants will have the opportunity to share ideas and experiences and will begin to bring together the tools needed to start or grow their agricultural businesses. Topics covered will include where to find good ideas, business start-up help and the latest production information.
“This is a great example of community-oriented education that builds on a history of partnership between the university, government and African Nova Scotians that extends back to the 1900s,” said Dr. Leslie MacLaren, NSAC co-president. “The work benefits all of us.”
Pre-registration is required by Thursday, April 14th and all fees have been funded under the Canada-Nova Scotia Labour Market Agreement in cooperation with the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture.
“Helping growers to rethink farming as a business opportunity is what excites us about this conference,” said Director of Business Development with the Black Business Initiative, Gordon Doe. “Business is about generating income. By saving on their grocery bills, hobby farmers generate income. Extending this ‘grocery bill-savings- scheme’ to a neighbor is a business opportunity we intend to help local growers see and capitalize on,” he added.
The conference is sponsored by the NSAC, the NSDA and the Black Business Initiative. For additional information please visit nsac.ca/cde
Friday, April 15, 2011
Bay of Fundy Tidal Pwer from the BBC
Canada harnesses power of tides
By Elizabeth Blunt
BBC World Service correspondent, Canada
The world's highest tides are a source of electricity for Canada
The one thing that every schoolchild learns about the Bay of Fundy is that it has the highest tides in the world.
The North Atlantic waters are funnelled up this deep inlet between the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, swirling through the narrowest parts of the bay with impressive speed and power.
So when in the 1980s the Canadian government wanted to explore the feasibility of tidal power, this was a natural site for an experimental station.
The site chosen at Annapolis Royal had already been closed off by a causeway, built to control tidal flow further up the Annapolis River.
The idea was that water flowing through the sluices could also pass through a turbine and generate power on its way down the Bay of Fundy and out into the sea.
Now there is a neat box-like structure in the middle of the causeway, one of only a handful of operational tidal power plants in the world.
Plant engineering
The Bay of Fundy funnels the power of the Atlantic
Twice every day, as the tide rises, the sluice gates are opened to let water flow up into the lower part of the Annapolis river, which now serves as the headpond for the power station.
Just before high tide, the gates are closed, leaving only a narrow passage for fish to pass. Now all the operators have to do is wait for the tide to turn and the water level on the seaward side to drop.
When there is enough difference between the water levels on the two sides, they begin to let water flow through the giant turbine, slowly at first to get it turning, and then at full strength.
Once the huge 25-metre diameter wheel is up to its operating speed of 50 revolutions per minute, the station starts to generate. At peak power it supplies a very respectable 20 megawatts to the Canadian grid.
Once the tide has gone out and the water level is equalised, the turbine slows to a stop, before the whole cycle begins again.
Stuart MacDonald of Nova Scotia Power remembers the thrill of seeing the plant in action for the first time. He loves the elegant simplicity of its engineering and its reliability, but accepts that tidal power has its limitations.
Built for purpose
It may be a predictable source of electricity, but only while the tide is going out.
Water flows through a giant turbine at Annapolis Royal
And it is not the sort of thing that can be bought off the shelf; machinery has to be purpose-built for the site, which makes it expensive for a power station which is always going to be idle for at least 12 hours a day.
But at least the fuel is free; and although the plant was designed for a 70 year lifespan, Stuart MacDonald believes that with proper maintenance it could last 200 years.
The technology, though, has yet to take off in a significant way.
The biggest tidal station in world is in France, near St Malo, 12 times larger than Annapolis Royal; Russia has a much smaller plant, while China has constructed several small facilities.
With fossil fuels getting scarce and expensive, and concern rising about the damage they are causing to the atmosphere, interest in tidal power is growing; because these plants produce no greenhouse gas emissions.
Other projects are planned, and designers are now working on plans involving individual turbines moored in the middle of the tidal flow, easier to build and less environmentally controversial than the fixed barrages used by the existing stations.
By Elizabeth Blunt
BBC World Service correspondent, Canada
The world's highest tides are a source of electricity for Canada
The one thing that every schoolchild learns about the Bay of Fundy is that it has the highest tides in the world.
The North Atlantic waters are funnelled up this deep inlet between the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, swirling through the narrowest parts of the bay with impressive speed and power.
So when in the 1980s the Canadian government wanted to explore the feasibility of tidal power, this was a natural site for an experimental station.
The site chosen at Annapolis Royal had already been closed off by a causeway, built to control tidal flow further up the Annapolis River.
The idea was that water flowing through the sluices could also pass through a turbine and generate power on its way down the Bay of Fundy and out into the sea.
Now there is a neat box-like structure in the middle of the causeway, one of only a handful of operational tidal power plants in the world.
Plant engineering
The Bay of Fundy funnels the power of the Atlantic
Twice every day, as the tide rises, the sluice gates are opened to let water flow up into the lower part of the Annapolis river, which now serves as the headpond for the power station.
Just before high tide, the gates are closed, leaving only a narrow passage for fish to pass. Now all the operators have to do is wait for the tide to turn and the water level on the seaward side to drop.
When there is enough difference between the water levels on the two sides, they begin to let water flow through the giant turbine, slowly at first to get it turning, and then at full strength.
Once the huge 25-metre diameter wheel is up to its operating speed of 50 revolutions per minute, the station starts to generate. At peak power it supplies a very respectable 20 megawatts to the Canadian grid.
Once the tide has gone out and the water level is equalised, the turbine slows to a stop, before the whole cycle begins again.
Stuart MacDonald of Nova Scotia Power remembers the thrill of seeing the plant in action for the first time. He loves the elegant simplicity of its engineering and its reliability, but accepts that tidal power has its limitations.
Built for purpose
It may be a predictable source of electricity, but only while the tide is going out.
Water flows through a giant turbine at Annapolis Royal
And it is not the sort of thing that can be bought off the shelf; machinery has to be purpose-built for the site, which makes it expensive for a power station which is always going to be idle for at least 12 hours a day.
But at least the fuel is free; and although the plant was designed for a 70 year lifespan, Stuart MacDonald believes that with proper maintenance it could last 200 years.
The technology, though, has yet to take off in a significant way.
The biggest tidal station in world is in France, near St Malo, 12 times larger than Annapolis Royal; Russia has a much smaller plant, while China has constructed several small facilities.
With fossil fuels getting scarce and expensive, and concern rising about the damage they are causing to the atmosphere, interest in tidal power is growing; because these plants produce no greenhouse gas emissions.
Other projects are planned, and designers are now working on plans involving individual turbines moored in the middle of the tidal flow, easier to build and less environmentally controversial than the fixed barrages used by the existing stations.
Tidal Power
Partnerships to develop Islands’ tides
Testing a five-kilowatt turbine last November in the Bay of Fundy. Published on April 14, 2011
John DeMings Fundy Tidal to apply for feed-in tariff for power projects
Fundy Tidal Inc., a community-based marine energy developer, has entered into two separate agreements to develop in-stream tidal power in the waters of Digby Neck and Islands.
Topics : New Energy Corporation , Grand Passage , Ocean Renewable Power Company of Maine , Digby County , Petit Passage , Long Island
A news released from Fundy Tidal said it and Alberta-based New Energy Corporation Inc. will install and operate several tidal turbines in the swift currents of Grand Passage between Brier and Long islands.
The plan is to use New Energy’s 250-kilowatt ‘EnCurrent’ generation system, a vertical-axis in-stream hydrokinetic turbine.
Fundy Tidal has also entered into a partnership with Ocean Renewable Power Company of Maine to install its ‘TidGen’ power system in Petit Passage between Digby Neck and Long Island.
Fundy Tidal says analysis of final site locations will be completed this year, and a single unit will then be installed next year. The projects will then add further turbines with a goal of producing two to five megawatts.
The projects are subject to satisfying all regulatory requirements and support from community stakeholders.
The province’s recently enacted Renewable Electricity Plan has established community feed-in tariffs (COMFIT) for 100 megawatts of wind energy, combined heat and power, run-of-river hydro and small-scale in-stream tidal projects in Nova Scotia.
Eligible projects under the COMFIT must be majority owned by community proponents, including a minimum of 25 persons from the community.
Utility and Review Board rate hearings began April 4 in Halifax to finalize COMFIT rates for wind, combined heat and power, run-of-river hydro and small-scale in-stream tidal.
A statement from Fundy Tidal said the province expects the application process to begin soon after for submissions from eligible proponents which include municipalities, First Nations, universities, non-profits, and co-ops and community economic development corporations.
The town and municipality of Digby, for instance, have been looking at erecting a wind turbine and selling power to effectively reduce their joint electrical bills.
Westport village commissioner and Fundy Tidal founder Jim Outhouse said many years of hard work have promoted Digby County as the ideal location to create tidal power and to establish a thriving research and development community and industry hub.
“We have made our living from these waters for generations, and with the downturn of the fishery, we see this new industry as a means to return to more prosperous days and attract new families, businesses and jobs to the region.”
The Petit and Grand passages were identified by the Electronic Power Research Institute as a primary location for development of tidal energy, and resulted in the formation of Fundy Tidal in 2006.
Fundy Tidal president Dana Morin says the creation of a feed-in tariff for tidal power and one that requires community ownership are world firsts. Combined with tidal developments in Minas Passage, the province has solidified its position as the place to demonstrate both large and small-scale devices and connect to the grid with a guaranteed rate.
“Digby County will play a key role not only as a source of green energy production but in providing the infrastructure and expertise required to support and grow the tidal industry in region,” he said.
Testing a five-kilowatt turbine last November in the Bay of Fundy. Published on April 14, 2011
John DeMings Fundy Tidal to apply for feed-in tariff for power projects
Fundy Tidal Inc., a community-based marine energy developer, has entered into two separate agreements to develop in-stream tidal power in the waters of Digby Neck and Islands.
Topics : New Energy Corporation , Grand Passage , Ocean Renewable Power Company of Maine , Digby County , Petit Passage , Long Island
A news released from Fundy Tidal said it and Alberta-based New Energy Corporation Inc. will install and operate several tidal turbines in the swift currents of Grand Passage between Brier and Long islands.
The plan is to use New Energy’s 250-kilowatt ‘EnCurrent’ generation system, a vertical-axis in-stream hydrokinetic turbine.
Fundy Tidal has also entered into a partnership with Ocean Renewable Power Company of Maine to install its ‘TidGen’ power system in Petit Passage between Digby Neck and Long Island.
Fundy Tidal says analysis of final site locations will be completed this year, and a single unit will then be installed next year. The projects will then add further turbines with a goal of producing two to five megawatts.
The projects are subject to satisfying all regulatory requirements and support from community stakeholders.
The province’s recently enacted Renewable Electricity Plan has established community feed-in tariffs (COMFIT) for 100 megawatts of wind energy, combined heat and power, run-of-river hydro and small-scale in-stream tidal projects in Nova Scotia.
Eligible projects under the COMFIT must be majority owned by community proponents, including a minimum of 25 persons from the community.
Utility and Review Board rate hearings began April 4 in Halifax to finalize COMFIT rates for wind, combined heat and power, run-of-river hydro and small-scale in-stream tidal.
A statement from Fundy Tidal said the province expects the application process to begin soon after for submissions from eligible proponents which include municipalities, First Nations, universities, non-profits, and co-ops and community economic development corporations.
The town and municipality of Digby, for instance, have been looking at erecting a wind turbine and selling power to effectively reduce their joint electrical bills.
Westport village commissioner and Fundy Tidal founder Jim Outhouse said many years of hard work have promoted Digby County as the ideal location to create tidal power and to establish a thriving research and development community and industry hub.
“We have made our living from these waters for generations, and with the downturn of the fishery, we see this new industry as a means to return to more prosperous days and attract new families, businesses and jobs to the region.”
The Petit and Grand passages were identified by the Electronic Power Research Institute as a primary location for development of tidal energy, and resulted in the formation of Fundy Tidal in 2006.
Fundy Tidal president Dana Morin says the creation of a feed-in tariff for tidal power and one that requires community ownership are world firsts. Combined with tidal developments in Minas Passage, the province has solidified its position as the place to demonstrate both large and small-scale devices and connect to the grid with a guaranteed rate.
“Digby County will play a key role not only as a source of green energy production but in providing the infrastructure and expertise required to support and grow the tidal industry in region,” he said.
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Atlantic Prosperity Summit
APCC's Atlantic Prosperity Summit and AGM
May 12, 2011
Place : Kentville, NS
Time : 08:00
Details : Join the Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce and co-host the Eastern Kings Chamber of Commerce at the Old Orchard Inn, Greenwich, for the Atlantic Prosperity Summit 2011 on May 12, one of three days of events beginning with “Networking Wednesday” on May 11, featuring a golf tournament and other great daytime options plus “Nova Scotia Night”, hosted by EKCC, an evening of food and entertainment to be held at Acadia University. On Thursday, May 12, at the Old Orchard Inn, APCC’s annual business conference - Atlantic Prosperity Summit 2011 - will host expert guest speakers from the areas of energy, transportation, and people. Atlantic Prosperity Summit 2011 is designed for, and open to business and government leaders, and chamber of commerce and board of trade members. That evening APCC’s Gala Dinner will feature special guest speaker Pete Luckett of Pete’s, and of Luckett’s Vineyards. Chamber Day is Friday, May 13, with an education session, a guest speaker, and the ever-popular bear pit, along with the APCC AGM and the Nova Scotia Chambers of Commerce AGM. Visit the event website to register - www.atlanticprosperity.ca
May 12, 2011
Place : Kentville, NS
Time : 08:00
Details : Join the Atlantic Provinces Chambers of Commerce and co-host the Eastern Kings Chamber of Commerce at the Old Orchard Inn, Greenwich, for the Atlantic Prosperity Summit 2011 on May 12, one of three days of events beginning with “Networking Wednesday” on May 11, featuring a golf tournament and other great daytime options plus “Nova Scotia Night”, hosted by EKCC, an evening of food and entertainment to be held at Acadia University. On Thursday, May 12, at the Old Orchard Inn, APCC’s annual business conference - Atlantic Prosperity Summit 2011 - will host expert guest speakers from the areas of energy, transportation, and people. Atlantic Prosperity Summit 2011 is designed for, and open to business and government leaders, and chamber of commerce and board of trade members. That evening APCC’s Gala Dinner will feature special guest speaker Pete Luckett of Pete’s, and of Luckett’s Vineyards. Chamber Day is Friday, May 13, with an education session, a guest speaker, and the ever-popular bear pit, along with the APCC AGM and the Nova Scotia Chambers of Commerce AGM. Visit the event website to register - www.atlanticprosperity.ca
Contribute Your Thoughts
CALL FOR ECONOMIC SECTOR REPRESENTATIVES
Board of Directors, Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency
The newly-formed Board of Directors of the Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency is seeking qualified representatives from the local community to serve on its Board of Directors in a voting capacity. We are looking for 6 citizen volunteers who would advise the Board and Agency Staff on the following sectors:
FORESTRY
FISHERIES
AGRICULTURE
TOURISM
RETAIL & SERVICES
EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
If you are eager to contribute to economic development in our region as part of a forward-thinking Board of Directors, we’d love to hear from you. You are invited to attend Industry Focus Group sessions in which you can share your views on your sector(s) of interest:
WEDNESDAY, April 13th - 6pm - EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
TUESDAY, April 19th - 6pm -TOURISM
WEDNESDAY, April 20th - 6pm - AGRICULTURE
TUESDAY, April 26th - 6pm - FISHERIES
WEDNESDAY, April 27th - 6pm - FORESTRY
TUESDAY, May 3rd - 6pm - RETAIL & SERVICES
MEETING LOCATION: ADEDA Board Room, 86 Atlantic Avenue, Cornwallis
Everyone is welcome to attend these sessions. Those that so choose may submit their qualifications to the Board, through Dan Harvey, Acting Managing Director. If you have any questions, or wish to RSVP, please call Dan Harvey at 902.526.4479 or email at dharvey@annapolisdigby.com. Thank You!
Annapolis Digby EDA
86 Atlantic Avenue
PO Box 271
Cornwallis, Nova Scotia
Canada B0S 1H0
Tel: (902) 638-3490
Fax: (902) 638-8106
E: msmith@annapolisdigby.com
We invite you to visit us anytime at www.annapolisdigby.com.
Board of Directors, Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency
The newly-formed Board of Directors of the Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency is seeking qualified representatives from the local community to serve on its Board of Directors in a voting capacity. We are looking for 6 citizen volunteers who would advise the Board and Agency Staff on the following sectors:
FORESTRY
FISHERIES
AGRICULTURE
TOURISM
RETAIL & SERVICES
EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
If you are eager to contribute to economic development in our region as part of a forward-thinking Board of Directors, we’d love to hear from you. You are invited to attend Industry Focus Group sessions in which you can share your views on your sector(s) of interest:
WEDNESDAY, April 13th - 6pm - EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
TUESDAY, April 19th - 6pm -TOURISM
WEDNESDAY, April 20th - 6pm - AGRICULTURE
TUESDAY, April 26th - 6pm - FISHERIES
WEDNESDAY, April 27th - 6pm - FORESTRY
TUESDAY, May 3rd - 6pm - RETAIL & SERVICES
MEETING LOCATION: ADEDA Board Room, 86 Atlantic Avenue, Cornwallis
Everyone is welcome to attend these sessions. Those that so choose may submit their qualifications to the Board, through Dan Harvey, Acting Managing Director. If you have any questions, or wish to RSVP, please call Dan Harvey at 902.526.4479 or email at dharvey@annapolisdigby.com. Thank You!
Annapolis Digby EDA
86 Atlantic Avenue
PO Box 271
Cornwallis, Nova Scotia
Canada B0S 1H0
Tel: (902) 638-3490
Fax: (902) 638-8106
E: msmith@annapolisdigby.com
We invite you to visit us anytime at www.annapolisdigby.com.
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