New Campaign Reminds Nova Scotians To ‘Buy Local Again’
Many small retailers in Halifax are struggling. Buy local campaigns from two years ago have long run out of steam and many independent businesses are seeing significant drops in sales.
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Podcast: Don Mills On Building Communities Through Business And Volunteerism
In this week’s episode of the “Insights” podcast, we turn the microphone around. Don Mills was recently inducted into the Nova Scotia Business Hall of Fame, an honour he received because of his successful business career and extensive volunteer activities.
Despite More Expenses, Killam Ups Profits Thanks To Higer Rents, Record Occupancy
Fuel and salary costs are eating into Killam’s profits, but the company has been able to squeeze more money out of its properties.
Tentative Deal Means Potential End To Dalhousie Strike
Teaching assistants, part-time instructors, markers and demonstrators walked off the job on October 19.
Auditor General Says Nova Scotia Must Do Better To Hit Immigration Targets
Kim Adair says the province is doing some thing right but falling short in key areas that could undermine trust in the system.
Think Globally, Shop Locally
Mark Leger reflects on grocery prices, profits, and getting his kids to eat cauliflower again.
Dalhousie Strike Continues After Negotiations Sputter
The first formal negotiations in weeks brought little progress.
Unemployment Down In Most Maritime Cities
More people joined the labour force in October according to Statistics Canada.
New Program Gives Refugee-Owned Businesses Access, Resources
Nearly 15 percent of all refugees to Canada become entrepreneurs. The new program will allow their businesses to grow their networks, and offer mentorship and training opportunities.
Made With Local Quadruples Production, Enters Costco
October was a month of milestones for the Dartmouth-based company. It is now in more locations across Canada than ever.
