BACC BUZZ - April 27, 2010
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27 May 2010
April 27, 2010 Volume 1 Issue 5
In this issue:
- Community Events
- Announcements
- Coupons
- Lunenburg Queens Business Awards
- Congratulations to Members
- Estate Planning for your Business
- Information about hiring immigrants
- Your opinion…
- –and more
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Sustainable Procurement Policy
Thanks to Leon deVreede at Sustainable Bridgewater for the following info:
The Government of Nova Scotia is implementing a “sustainable procurement” policy, which means it will do more to ‘buy local’. If you sell goods or services, you may be interested in learning more about it. To learn more about upcoming events visit www.ballens.ca
To learn more about the government’s procurement policy, visit https://www.gov.ns.ca/tenders/sustproc/
Lunenburg Queens Business Excellence Awards
You are encouraged to nominate deserving businesses for the upcoming Lunenburg Queens Business Excellence Awards. For a nomination for, and for the criteria please visit the newly launched website.
Gain peace of mind with Estate planning for business owners
Please join our team of experts from Scotia Private Client Group for a complimentary and informative seminar presentation – Estate planning for the Business Owner: Building and Preserving Your Wealth.
This seminar will provide insights to the unique elements of estate planning for business owners and highlight the value of creating, managing, preserving and transferring wealth.
Date: Wednesday May 19th, 2010
Time: 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Location: Days Inn and Conference Centre, 50 North Street Bridgewater
Please join us and feel free to extend this invitation to anyone else you think might benefit. Since seating is limited, I encourage you to reserve your seat(s) early. I hope you’ll be able to join us.
Please contact Darlene at 527-1915 for additional information and to reserve you seat.
Welcome to Mathieu Huet
The Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome Mathieu Huet to Bridgewater. Mathieu is the Plant Manager of the Bridgewater Michelin Plant. He and his family are looking forward to settling into the area.
Celebrating Success Breakfast - April 22
Congratulations to Ida Scott and her team of volunteers who organized the Celebrating Success breakfast on April 22 at the Michelin Social Club. Those in attendance learned of some of the exciting things that are in store for Bridgewater in the next few years.
Coupons and Contests
Free fries for a year
Looking for Coupons ?
LQRDA - Immigration Services
The Nova Scotia government, through the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), enables employers, who have hired or wish to hire potential immigrants, in supporting their employees' applications to become Permanent Residents of Canada. The NSNP also supports the growth of communities by enabling potential immigrants with established ties to apply to become Permanent Residents through the NSNP community identified stream.
Recognizing the potential that newcomers bring to our region, the Lunenburg Queens RDA initiated a partnership with the Nova Scotia Office of Immigration to install an Immigration Navigator for our region. Mr. Corey Pickens provides settlement and integration services in Lunenburg Queens. He is available to assist both immigrants and local businesses as a resource person.
New Leaf Canada is a Halifax-based company that assists potential immigrants in navigating the complex bureaucratic pathways of the immigration process and advises on which streams would be most suitable to their specific situation. The company's President is Pratima Devichand, an Immigration Consultant certified by the Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants, who has over 15 years experience in the immigration field. You can learn more about the company and the Canadian immigration process at www.newleafcanada.com
For more information on options available to you and your business please contact Corey Pickens at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The United Way of Lunenburg County
invests $128,174 in 25 local organizations
Everyday residents of Lunenburg County are asked to contribute to this cause or that cause with the hope and understanding that something good will come from their donation or that their donation will find a cure or make a difference. There is often a verifiable disconnect between a persons financial contribution and the good that it provides.
Last year hundreds of Lunenburg County people contributed to the United Way of Lunenburg County through our payroll deduction workplace campaigns with the understanding that their contribution would stay in the local community and that some good would come form their contribution.
This year the United Way of Lunenburg County is pleased to report that we have invested $128,174 in 25 Lunenburg County based organizations, community groups and projects. This money will give Lunenburg County residents from all areas of the county the opportunity to meet new challenges and opportunities with confidence.
For a listing of this years funded programs please visit our website at www.lunenburgcounty.unitedway.ca Since our inception 2003 we have invested over $525,000 in 105 community groups and projects.
Want to make a measurable difference in your community?
Let us show you how.
Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 530-3072 for more information.
For info please visit: www.lunenburgcounty.unitedway.ca
The DesBrisay Museum
The DesBrisay Museum is pleased to present...
Terry Dwyer, aka The Wreck Hunter, will speak at DesBrisay Museum on Wednesday, May 5, at 7:00pm. Admission is $4. Mr. Dwyer's presentation includes information recounting his treasure hunting experiences and shipwrecks that he has explored along Nova Scotia’s coast.
About Our Guest Speaker
Terry Dwyer has been working in the Canadian recreational, commercial and scientific diving industry for the past thirty years.
In 1992 he received a Rescue Commendation for an Act of Personal Bravery.
In 1994 he founded the Nova Scotia Scuba Association.
In 1995 his diving company was selected by Lightstorm Entertainment (James Cameron) to provide the Diving Support Services for the motion picture Titanic, parts of which were filmed in Nova Scotia.
In 1997, in recognition of outstanding contributions to the principals of the sport of scuba diving in Nova Scotia, he was awarded The Sports Network (TSN) Spirit of the Sport Award.
In October 2005 he was elected as a "Fellow International" member to the prestigious Explorers Club. The Explorers club was founded in 1904 by a group of the worlds leading explorers. The Explorers Club is a multidisciplinary not-for profit professional society dedicated to the advancement of field research, scientific exploration and the ideal that it is vital to preserve the instinct to explore.
Terry has authored two books:
Wreck Hunter – The Quest for Lost Shipwrecks.
Wreck Hunter – Tracking Treasure on Canada's East Coast
He has authored and published numerous articles on scuba tourism, shipwrecks and shipwreck diving, and he is considered to be one of the foremost authorities on shipwrecks in Eastern Canada.
Terry has also served as an occupational diving operations and diving equipment consultant for the RCMP, various police forces, fire departments, and many other Federal and Provincial organizations and agencies.
In 2009 Tery was invited to join the Board of Advisors for Capt. Herbert Humphries company; MAREX Global (www.marexglobal.org) a worldwide Maritime Shipwreck Exploration Company. He is currently working on several exciting new shipwreck projects, including a new TV Series in development based on his book.
Today he and his wife, Suzie operate Wreck Hunter Incorporated, a Halifax based shipwreck exploration and consulting company. They continue to organize private dive charters, expeditions and shipwreck projects through Eastern Canada.
Terry Dwyer is the guest speaker at DesBrisay Museum on Wednesday, May 5, 7:00pm. Admission is $4. Terry will have copies of his latest book, Wreck Hunter - Tracking Treasure on Canada's East Coast, available for purchase.
Senior Friendly™
Become Senior Friendly and Tap a Great Resource!
Senior Friendly Challenge Issued to Local Businesses
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. April 27, 2010
On April 22, 2010, the Coalition for an Age Friendly Community officially launched the Senior Friendly™ Program for Bridgewater and surrounding area. Seniors and business owners from the Town of Bridgewater and the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg were invited to a breakfast held at the Wildwood Café in Bridgewater to hear more about this business recognition initiative.
“Businesses, organizations, or municipalities can request a Senior Friendly™ Check-up of their facility to help identify areas where they can better meet the needs of their older customers,” Ms. George explained.
Specially trained seniors carry out the check-up and once completed, the business will be issued a certificate and staff are invited to attend a Senior Friendly™ Training Seminar where they will be trained on age-friendly practices. If 60% of an organization’s frontline staff completes the training, the business is then designated Senior Friendly™. The Senior Friendly™ designation gives businesses the right to be identified as Senior Friendly™ with a large decal prominently displayed on the business’ window or door.
“It is our opportunity to be known as a positive and welcoming place for seniors and indeed all citizens. Businesses and agencies that learn to be age-friendly will have an edge with this important group of consumers and be known as a business that pays attention to seniors’ needs while respecting seniors’ contributions.”
The Coalition for an Age Friendly Community extends the Senior Friendly challenge to businesses in the Town of Bridgewater and the Municipality of the District of Luneburg. This is also an opportunity to put out a call for volunteers to participate in the Check-up training program. The next training session for volunteers will be held May 5th, 2010.
To request a Senior Friendly™ check-up, to sign-up as a volunteer for future Check-up training or for more information on this Senior Friendly™ Program and future “Age-Friendly” initiatives please contact:
Beth George, Seniors Safety Coordinator, Ph: 543-3567 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Congradulations to Bernice Theriault
Congratulations ....
The Board of Directors of the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce would like to extend congratulations to Bernice Theriault, Manager of Bridgewater Comfort Inn. She has just learned that she is one of only three finalists for the Women’s Business Alliance (WBA) of Choice Hotels 2010 Woman of the Year Award.
During the Choice Hotel’s 56th Annual Convention in Las Vegas from May 4 to 6 she will receive VIP status, including preferred seating at the Corporate Business Session and Closing Gala, a VIP registration desk, invitation to the Inn of the Year dinner and more. As a 2010 Woman of the Year finalist, she will also be recognized during a special WBA Reception on Wednesday, May 7 at 5:30 p.m. at Mandalay Bay. On this special evening, the three finalists for Woman of the Year will be announced.
The 2010 Woman of the Year will be announced during the Closing Gala on Thursday, May 6th.
The WBA was founded in 2004 to recognize the contributions of women leaders in the travel industry. The Woman of the Year award, now in its third year, serves to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the many women leaders within the Choice family of hotel brands who are doing so much for their communities and the hospitality industry. Bernice was chosen from the many strong candidates, and her leadership and professional achievements have earned her a finalist position.
Bernice served as a valued board member of the Bridgewater and Area Chamber of Commerce for six years and is currently the Vice Chair of the Bridgewater Development Association and is actively involved in many community projects.
The Bridgewater Comfort Inn has also received notification that it is one of three finalists for the 2010 Canadian Hotel of the Year Award.
This is a tremendous achievement. Only a select few Choice Canada properties are chosen each year as Gold Hospitality Award Winners. That honour goes to hotels that consistently exceed Choice's rigid quality assurance standards. Properties are nominated from the 2009 Gold Award Winners, based on a list of criteria, but not limited to:
- Quality Assurance Results
- Guest Service
- GIS Scores (Guest Index Survey)
- In good standing with all fees owing
- Participates in all Choice Programs
Best wishes to Bernice and her team, they are indeed “winners”
Destination Southwest Nova Association
AGM & Conference, May 12 & 13, 2010
White Point Beach Resort
AGM & Conference
This years Annual General Meeting and Conference will take place on May 12 & 13 at White Point Beach Resort. The conference program features a municipal tourism summit, marketing update and Nova Scotia partnership opportunities as well as several educational sessions such as Events Nova Scotia, Canada Games 2011, Adventures in Taste, UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, New7Wonders of Nature and more. The Annual General Meeting will be important to attend as there will be proposed changes to Association.
By-laws and the 2010/2011 DSWNA Board of Directors will be selected. To register for the DSWNA AGM and Conference please complete and return this form by Friday May 7th.
Southwest Award Nominations
Nominate a deserving business in Southwest Nova Scotia for an award that will be presented on Wednesday May 12th, 2010 as part of the DSWNA Annual Meeting and Conference. Award categories include: Regional Awards, Partnership Award and Sustainable Practices Award. Submit your nomination form Friday April 30th.
Silent Auction
As part of the conference, we will be holding an silent auction and a live auction; anyone wishing to donate an item(s), please contact the office at (902) 634-8844 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it '; document.write( '' ); document.write( addy_text16296 ); document.write( '<\/a>' ); //--> This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or item submission by May 7th, 2010.
Call for Nominations, 2010/2011 DSWNA Board of Directors
The nominating committee is seeking Nomination/Applications for partners to serve on the Volunteer Board of Directors for Destination Southwest Nova Association.
Inquires and comments should be made directly to the Nominating Chair person, Rick Welsford at:
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or by fax at (902) 634-8056.
Deadline for nominations is Friday May 7th.
Silver Economy Summit - May 13-14, 2010
Halifax, Nova Scotia - World Trade and Convention Centre
Did you know that 1,000 Nova Scotians turn 65 every month? Changing demographics and an aging population will have an unprecedented impact on local, regional and global, economies and societies. The status quo is changing….are you ready?
Maritime Geobash
The Maritime Geobash -- will be the largest gathering of geocachers ever assembled on Canada's East Coast. The festival will be held in Dayspring, Nova Scotia at the Municipality Activity and Recreation Complex (MARC) on Saturday July 10th, 2010. This year's theme is the celebration of the 10th anniversary of the hobby of geocaching in Canada. For more information about this festival please visit www.maritimemega.ca
Your Opinion…
The town of Bridgewater is asking for your opinion. Do you think this picture (right) represents the town and is this the picture that should be used as signage on highway #103. Give your opinion.
Your News…
To have your news included in our next edition please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 543-4263. All items should be received no later than May 25th.
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