With the pending restructuring of regional economic development in Nova Scotia, our offices are permanently closed, effective April 1. If you require immediate government program information, please consult the websites, or contact the offices of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency at http://www.acoa-apeca.gc.ca and Nova Scotia Economic and Rural Development and Tourism at http://www.gov.ns.ca/econ/ .Your local CBDC office may also be able to assist you at http://www.cbdc.ca/.

Thank you for all your past support of the Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency and we wish you continued success in the future. Should you require further assistance, please contact  reception@annapolisdigby.com

AN INITIATIVE TO HELP YOU DECIDE IF ENTREPRENEURSHIP IS THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU

Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency (ADEDA) recognizes the importance of small business entrepreneurs in driving the economic development of our region. ADEDA also recognizes that there are gaps in delivering much of the information required for new and potential entrepreneurs to operate their businesses successfully. To address these needs, ADEDA will deliver a two-part workshop for these budding entrepreneurs in our region. STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS: FIRST STEPS will address the following needs:

• How running your own business differs from being an employee
• Self-assessment quiz – Do I Have What It Takes to Be an Entrepreneur?
• Economic trends favouring entrepreneurship
• Presentations from successful local small business entrepreneurs
• Forms of business ownership/structure
• Specific steps required to set up a business in Nova Scotia
• Why looking to larger markets is so important for many entrepreneurs in rural Nova Scotia
• Do I need to prepare a business plan? How might it help me?
• Funding and consulting resources available to new entrepreneurs
• Taking on employees
• Occupational Health & Safety

Participants will have the opportunity to personally meet with several successful small business owners and gain insight into what it takes to succeed in a variety of industry sectors. A representative from NS Agriculture will also be on hand to share information on the many forms of assistance they can offer to potential farmers.

Dates: Monday, February 25^th and Thursday, February 28^th

Time: 6:30-8:30pm

Venue: ADEDA offices, 86 Atlantic Avenue, Cornwallis

Registration/Questions: call 638-3490 or 638-8139, or email joneill@annapolisdigby.com

Cost: Absolutely no charge!

The  Leadership Legacy Program  is a succession planning program for small business that begins March 4th and is being led by the Acadia Centre for Social and Business Entrepreneurship (ACSBE).

Please note: If you have any questions, you can contact Lisa Lowthers at ACSBE or you and interested clients can also dial into their weekly info sessions: 11 am -12 pm on Fridays at 1-888-296-6500, participant code 6480218#.

Leadership Legacy is a  five month program  designed for business leaders who are 5 to 10 years from exiting their business. Available in both English and French, the program will help business leaders drive business results by aligning their business goals and human capital needs.

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You are invited to join your community and The Nova Scotia Commission on Building Our New Economy as we explore opportunities for new wealth creation throughout the Province.

Participate in a Community Session (7 - 9 PM) which you can find here.

It's that time of year again and we're hoping that you're all just as excited for the 2013 Entrepreneur of The Year Event (EOY) as we are! Please start thinking about someone that you would like to nominate for this year’s EOY—the theme being “The Early Adopter”.

 Attached to this email  is the nomination/application form for the 2013 EOY Award. If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact Sarah at (902) 426-8578 or email projectcoordinator@ednns.ca and we will be more than happy to assist you. Also, if you are unable to access the document, please let us know and we will get it to you through an alternate method.

Keep in mind the this event will be taking place on April 9th, 2013 at the Westin Hotel, so please save the date!

Interested in learning more about the state of the Nova Scotia Craft Brewing industry?

Have you thought about growing Hops and want to find out what’s involved?

If so, you are invited to attend one of the following (no-charge) information sessions:

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19^th. 7pm-8:30pm.
Location: NSCC-Lawrencetown (College of Geographic Sciences)
50 Elliott Rd. Lawrencetown.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20^th. 7pm-8:30pm.
Location: Rebekah Hall,
1890 Clementsvale Rd. Bear River.

This event is hosted by the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture. Presentations will be provided by representatives of Morton Horticultural Associates, Perennia, and the Annapolis Digby Economic Development Agency.

Business owners aged 18 to 35 have until April 2 to enter the BDC Young Entrepreneur Award

Montreal, Quebec, January 30, 2013 - The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is accepting applications for the 2013 edition of the BDC Young Entrepreneur Award. To win a $100,000 Grand Prize, entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 are invited to present a turning point their company has reached and the solution they propose to take their business to the next level. A second prize, consisting of $25,000 in consulting services, will be awarded to the BDC Young Entrepreneur Award runner-up. The deadline for submitting applications is April 2, 2013, at noon Eastern Daylight Time.

 

Youtube Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxb52XJRbPw&feature=youtu.be

Please find  attached  a letter from Ms Linda Frank, Field Unit Superintendent, Mainland Nova Scotia, Parks Canada, regarding the proposed fee adjustments for national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas that are planned for the 2013 season. This public consultation period begins January 11, 2013 and runs until February 18, 2013.

Thank you.

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Alicia Brett
A/Partnering, Engagement and Communications Officer
I/Agente, Partenariats, engagement et communications
Mainland Nova Scotia | Nouvelle-Écosse continentale
Parks Canada | Parcs Canada
alicia.brett@pc.gc.ca
Tel | Tél : (902) 426-1553
Fax | Télécopieur: (902) 426-4228
Government of Canada | Gouvernement du Canada