The Gathering Place in St. John’s, N.L. has undertaken major upgrades and renovations that will enable the organization to offer additional services to the public, thanks in part to investments from the Government of Canada. The official re-opening of the facility is taking place to celebrate the completion of the project and to mark 20 years … Read more
The Burin Peninsula Chamber of Commerce (BPCC) will provide junior high students with training in the areas of skilled trades and technology, thanks in part to investments from the federal and provincial governments. Funding of more than $139,000 was announced. The full release is available online. Call 613-941-7241.
The increasing popularity of craft beer in the Maritimes reflects not only a demand for specialty products, but a viable up-and-coming industry in Nova Scotia. At the Craft Brewers and Distillers Workshop at Acadia University, industry stakeholders and community organizers gathered to share knowledge and refine their skills. To maximize its potential and economic impact, … Read more
A delegation representing Atlantic Canada’s aquaculture industry is making international connections at the Aqua Sur International Aquaculture Exhibition, or AQUA SUR, the largest aquaculture exhibition in the southern hemisphere. The October 20-24 business mission to Puerto Montt, Chile, is being organized by the Newfoundland Aquaculture Industry Association and includes representatives from Atlantic aquaculture companies, associations and … Read more
Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea (Egmont, P.E.I.) and P.E.I. Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development Minister Ron MacKinley were in Georgetown recently to announce a combined investment of $316,845 for three projects to improve the Georgetown Port and its economic sustainability. The Georgetown Port Inc. is receiving funding from both levels of government to complete upgrades … Read more
A new injection of support will assist Halifax’s EnginuityMED with the market launch of its Fluid IV Alert (FIVA) technology and the development of a second generation product. FIVA is a battery-powered device that clips onto IV bags, monitors fluid levels and alerts medical professionals when the bag is empty. The product addresses a common … Read more
Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea (Egmont, P.E.I.) and Allen Roach, P.E.I. Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning, announced support for Junior Achievement of Prince Edward Island (JAPEI) for programming during the 2014 -2015 school year. Junior Achievement (JA) is an international not-for-profit organization focused on promoting business education through collaboration. Bringing together business leaders, educators, parents … Read more
Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea (Egmont, P.E.I.) and P.E.I. Minister of Innovation and Advanced Learning Allen Roach announced combined funding of $250,000 for Annand Clams to open a new facility to produce value- added bar clam products. Annand Clams is purchasing equipment for their new facility, which will allow them to create value-added product lines … Read more
Fisheries and Oceans Minister Gail Shea (Egmont, P.E.I.) and Ron MacKinley, P.E.I. Minister of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Rural Development, joined members of the PEI Standardbred Horseowners’ Association to celebrate the completion of a major development project at the Red Shores Racetrack. The project involved the demolition of deteriorating barns on the north end of the Red Shores … Read more
Hikers, cyclists, horseback riders and off-roaders will soon be able to enjoy an expanded trail system in Shelburne County. Over the past eight years, the Woodland Multi-use Trail Association (WMTA) has transformed nearly one half of the county’s abandoned train corridors. The trail system has improved the community’s recreational infrastructure and tourism appeal. The WMTA is … Read more
