N.S. Crane Operators Vote To Strike, Other Trade Unions May Follow
If crane operators go on strike, it could mean serious delays on major developments in the booming city of Halifax.
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New Initiative To Connect N.S. Indigenous Businesses, Ocean Tech Companies
Samqwane’jk will invite Indigenous ocean businesses in Atlantic Canada to propose projects in partnership with ocean technology companies at the Centre for Ocean Ventures and Entrepreneurship (COVE).
N.S. Government Says Next Reopening Stage Won’t Happen Before June 16
Phase 2 includes in-restaurant dining, higher capacity at stores, and indoor gathering limits up to 10 people without physical distancing and masks.
Halifax Company Launches First Canadian-Made Social Media Tool
On June 2, Watzan launched ililli, a platform where users can upload 15 second audio clips. Watzan’s CEO felt there was a need to create something where people could just “talk” to others online using their voice.
Free Parking And Fewer Tickets Are Part Of Halifax’s Plan To Bring Shoppers Back Downtown
The Halifax Regional Municipality will spend close to $200,000 on several initiatives designed to bring people back downtown and support downtown businesses.
PRUDE Helps Businesses, Organizations Embrace Cultural Diversity
The New Brunswick-based non-profit organization has 40 years of experience helping people learn more about systemic racism and implicit bias in their communities and workplaces.
Travellers Can Now Access Covid-19 Testing At Halifax Airport
This new testing option does not replace the requirement to self-isolate for 14 days even if passengers receive a negative test result.
N.S. Businesswoman Uses Podcasting As Therapy During Pandemic
Truro businesswoman Sam Madore, who suffers from anxiety and depression, decided to do something productive and therapeutic with her lockdown time, launching a podcast called, “Let Me Overthink About It.”
Cooke Aquaculture Virtual Tour Documents ‘Egg to Plate’ Process
The Atlantic Canadian company kicked off World Oceans Day on June 8 with the release of the first two videos in a series that showcases its operations to community members and customers.
Athens Set To Close After 40 Years In Halifax
A staple in the Halifax restaurant scene is closing its doors for good.
