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ATLANTIC AGRITECH INC.
Atlantic AgriTech Inc. has been providing services in agricultural and environmental research to clients from across North America since 1991. Through our research facilities based in Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Quebec, we are able to conduct research on almost every crop / pest complex in Eastern Canada.
Our facilities include Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) compliant office and laboratory space, as well as a complete line of farm and research equipment suitable for conducting a wide range of agricultural and environmental studies. Atlantic AgriTech Inc. specializes in crop-related research in the areas of pesticides (efficacy, environmental fate and residues), nutrients (nutrient planning, nutrient management) and integrated pest management (IPM).
Our facilities include Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) compliant office and laboratory space, as well as a complete line of farm and research equipment suitable for conducting a wide range of agricultural and environmental studies. Atlantic AgriTech Inc. specializes in crop-related research in the areas of pesticides (efficacy, environmental fate and residues), nutrients (nutrient planning, nutrient management) and integrated pest management (IPM).
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Steve Howatt, P.Ag. #265 Route 258, Hunter River RR#3 Prince Edward Island, C0A 1N0 Ph: 902 963-3165 / Fax: 902 963-2277 www.atlanticagritech.com |
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CANADIAN LAND RECLAMATION ASSOCIATION - CLRA/ACRSD
CLRA/ACRSD is a non-profit organization incorporated in Canada with corresponding members throughout North America and other countries. The main objectives of CLRA/ACRSD are:
Activities of CLRA/ACRSD
Annual Meeting and Conference - The location of the Annual Meeting and Conference is chosen by the Board of Directors, usually two years in advance, from submissions made by individuals or groups to host the meeting. Whenever possible, locations will alternate between Eastern and Western Canada to allow maximum participation by CLRA/ACRSD members across Canada over the years. Proceedings are available.
- To further knowledge and encourage investigation of problems and solutions in land reclamation.
- To provide opportunities for those interested in and concerned with land reclamation to meet and exchange information, ideas and experience.
- To incorporate the advances from research and practical experience into land reclamation planning and practice.
- To collect information relating to land reclamation and publish periodicals, books and leaflets which the Association may think desirable.
- To encourage education in the field of land reclamation.
- To provide awards for noteworthy achievements in the field of land reclamation.
Activities of CLRA/ACRSD
Annual Meeting and Conference - The location of the Annual Meeting and Conference is chosen by the Board of Directors, usually two years in advance, from submissions made by individuals or groups to host the meeting. Whenever possible, locations will alternate between Eastern and Western Canada to allow maximum participation by CLRA/ACRSD members across Canada over the years. Proceedings are available.
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David B. Hopper, MES, MCIP Private Land Conservation Coordinator NS Environment - Protected Areas Branch 5151 Terminal Road, 5th Floor, Halifax, NS, B3J 2T8 Ph: (902) 424-3729 / Fax: (902) 424-0501 dbhopper@gov.ns.ca www.clra.ca |
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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA (ESAA)
The Environmental Association of Alberta (ESAA) is a not-for-profit business association dedicated to building a strong environment industry through leadership in technology, human resources, quality improvement and market development.
The vision for ESAA is that of an organization which will continue to be progressive and innovative in serving its membership. To support this vision, ESAA’s mandate is to: Be a leader in promoting and developing the industry in the western and northern regions and across Canada by having productive relationships with relevant industry associations, organizations and government.
The vision for ESAA is that of an organization which will continue to be progressive and innovative in serving its membership. To support this vision, ESAA’s mandate is to: Be a leader in promoting and developing the industry in the western and northern regions and across Canada by having productive relationships with relevant industry associations, organizations and government.
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Joe Chowaniec, Director, Program & Event Development #1710, 10303 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 3N6 Ph: (780) 429-6363 [1 800 661-9278] / Fax: 780 429-4249 info@esaa.org www.esaa.org |
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ASSOCIATION FOR PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL AUDITING (APEA)
The Association for Professional Environmental Auditing is an organization devoted to the promotion of environmental auditing and environmental site assessment. It also includes the certification of professionals involved in these practices.
The organization was registered in Nova Scotia under the Societies Act of Nova Scotia on August 19, 1991 to encourage the development of environmental auditing and environmental site assessment to professional standards and to aid in the improvement of environmental management of private and public organizations in the Atlantic region.
The organization was registered in Nova Scotia under the Societies Act of Nova Scotia on August 19, 1991 to encourage the development of environmental auditing and environmental site assessment to professional standards and to aid in the improvement of environmental management of private and public organizations in the Atlantic region.
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Dr. F. Colin Duerden, CEA, EMS(LA) (Chair) Duerden & Keane Consultants Inc. 26 Forest Road, Dartmouth NS B3A 2M3 Ph: 902 435-7562 / Fax: 902 484-7639 dandk@duerdenandkeane.com www.duerdenandkeane.com Dr. William Thorpe, CESA (Treasurer) J. W. Thorpe and Assoc. Ltd. P.O. Box 6, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 3Y5 Ph: 902 435-7562 / Fax: 902 484-7639 jwthorpe@accesscable.net www.environmental-auditors-atlantic.org/ |
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AQUACULTURE ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA
The Aquaculture Association of Nova Scotia represents aquatic farmers and their supporters in the province. We currently have 125 members ranging from student to researcher to manufacturer to shellfish and finfish growers in all areas of Nova Scotia.
The Association’s mandate is to support its members in developing viable businesses by defending their interests with government, by pursuing access to funding, by providing appropriate services and by promoting aquaculturists as farmers of a diversity of high quality products. Current projects include fish health monitoring, investigating causes of and remedies for increased biofouling and developing an environmental code of practice for our industry.
The Association’s mandate is to support its members in developing viable businesses by defending their interests with government, by pursuing access to funding, by providing appropriate services and by promoting aquaculturists as farmers of a diversity of high quality products. Current projects include fish health monitoring, investigating causes of and remedies for increased biofouling and developing an environmental code of practice for our industry.
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Brian Muise 7075 Bayers Road, Suite 215, Halifax, NS B3L 2C2 Ph: (902) 422-6234 / Fax: (902) 422-6248 aans@eastlink.ca www.aansonline.com |
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ATLANTIC CANADA CONSERVATION DATA CENTRE
The Atlantic Canada Conservation Data Centre (AC CDC) was incorporated in 1999 as a non-profit organization and granted registered charity status in 2000. We are based in Sackville, New Brunswick on the campus of Mount Allison University.
The AC CDC aims to be an authoritative and reliable source for comprehensive, accurate and objective information on Atlantic Canada’s natural heritage, with principal focus on the species and ecological communities in our region that are globally, nationally or provincially rare in occurrence and, in some cases, endangered at one or more of these levels.
We pursue our mission with the financial support of our Sustaining members and numerous project-specific funding sources. A Board of Directors, comprised of representatives from government, corporate, academic and non-profit sectors, governs the Centre, with daily work facilitated by a staff comprising biologists, information managers and administrative personnel.
The AC CDC uses a methodology employed by approximately 90 conservation data centres (CDCs) in Canada, the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America. The AC CDC, like all other Canadian CDCs, is a member of NatureServe, an international non-profit organization based in Arlington, Virginia. NatureServe develops and provides (a) central science and technical support to all CDCs and (b) biodiversity information products and services spanning multiple nations, states and provinces in the Western Hemisphere.
The AC CDC aims to be an authoritative and reliable source for comprehensive, accurate and objective information on Atlantic Canada’s natural heritage, with principal focus on the species and ecological communities in our region that are globally, nationally or provincially rare in occurrence and, in some cases, endangered at one or more of these levels.
We pursue our mission with the financial support of our Sustaining members and numerous project-specific funding sources. A Board of Directors, comprised of representatives from government, corporate, academic and non-profit sectors, governs the Centre, with daily work facilitated by a staff comprising biologists, information managers and administrative personnel.
The AC CDC uses a methodology employed by approximately 90 conservation data centres (CDCs) in Canada, the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America. The AC CDC, like all other Canadian CDCs, is a member of NatureServe, an international non-profit organization based in Arlington, Virginia. NatureServe develops and provides (a) central science and technical support to all CDCs and (b) biodiversity information products and services spanning multiple nations, states and provinces in the Western Hemisphere.
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Dr. R.A. Lautenschlager PO Box 6416, Sackville, NB E4L 1G6 Ph: 506 364-2661 / Fax: 506 364-2656 rlautenschlager@mta.ca www.accdc.com |
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ATLANTIC WORLD TRADE CENTRE & CONVENTION CENTRE
The World Trade Centre is part of the largest not-for-profit association in the world dedicated to international business and trade. Membership provides access to over 300 WTC’s in 90+ countries around the world. With over 500,000 affiliated members directly involved in either international trade or trade related services, WTC is a very powerful network in which to do business.
The Atlantic Canada World Trade Centre offers trade education courses, networking events, a quarterly trade newsletter, and our famous World Trade Club restaurant. Our “Making Trade Happen” program assists companies in researching and selling to undiscovered markets. To find out more about the benefits of World Trade Centre membership, contact Monica Arab, Marketing and Membership Sales, Tel: (902) 421-1302, ext. 273.
The Atlantic Canada World Trade Centre offers trade education courses, networking events, a quarterly trade newsletter, and our famous World Trade Club restaurant. Our “Making Trade Happen” program assists companies in researching and selling to undiscovered markets. To find out more about the benefits of World Trade Centre membership, contact Monica Arab, Marketing and Membership Sales, Tel: (902) 421-1302, ext. 273.
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Bill Aasvangen 1800 Argyle St, Suite 511, Halifax, NS B3J 2V9 Ph: 902-421-1302, ext 181 / Fax: 902-420-8308 baasvan@wtcchmc.com www.wtcchalifax.com |
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BIONOVA
The mandate of BioNova (The Nova Scotia Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry Association) is to be an information-sharing, networking and advocacy organization for senior managers of companies and individuals in Nova Scotia interested in the commerce.
The focus of BioNova is on the active pursuit of commercialization and utilization of advanced biological technology. interaction with academic and government researchers can provide significant technological support for this process. For this reason, BioNova extends membership to those researcher who feel they can contribute to this process.
The focus of BioNova is on the active pursuit of commercialization and utilization of advanced biological technology. interaction with academic and government researchers can provide significant technological support for this process. For this reason, BioNova extends membership to those researcher who feel they can contribute to this process.
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Marli MacNeil 1721 Lower Water St., Halifax, NS B3J 1S5 Ph: 902 421-5705 / Fax: 902 421-2733 mmacneil@bionova.ns.ca www.bionova.ns.ca |
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CANADIAN PETROLEUM PRODUCTS INSTITUTE
The Canadian Petroleum Products Institute was created in 1989 as a non-profit association representing a membership of Canadian companies involved in the refining, distributing and marketing of hundreds of petroleum products. The Institute conducts research to develop industry policy on a number of environmental, health, safety and business issues on behalf of its members.
Key activities include: establishing environmental policies; developing guidelines for the safe handling of petroleum products; providing information on industry activities to the public and developing working relationships with government and public interest groups to address issues of common concern.
CPPI’s mission statement is to serve the needs of our industry and its customers, and to help make Canada a better, healthier place to live. Representing a membership of concerned citizens, the Institute seeks solutions to environmental and economic issues through cooperation with government and other interested parties.
Key activities include: establishing environmental policies; developing guidelines for the safe handling of petroleum products; providing information on industry activities to the public and developing working relationships with government and public interest groups to address issues of common concern.
CPPI’s mission statement is to serve the needs of our industry and its customers, and to help make Canada a better, healthier place to live. Representing a membership of concerned citizens, the Institute seeks solutions to environmental and economic issues through cooperation with government and other interested parties.
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Bill Simpkins PO Box 51, Halifax, NS B3J 2L4 Ph: 902 465-7776 / Fax: 902 465-1202 bsimpkins@eastlink.ca www.cppi.ca |
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BRITISH COLUMBIA ENVIRONMENTAL INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (BCEIA)
BCEIA is comprised of engineering and environmental services companies, technology companies, research organizations and environmental law firms. At the moment the association’s expertise is focused in the contaminated site management and hazardous waste markets. Established in 1992, the BCEIA is British Columbia’s most recognized environment industry associations with over 90 member organizations. BCEIA is a business association dedicated to providing programs that lead to the corporate success of its members.
To foster the growth of the industry and the growth of technology innovation in the industry. The association is committed to:
- advancing communications and networking within the industry
- strengthen business development and competitiveness
- establishing a strong effective industry liaison and advocacy presence
- increasing the membership’s profile in both domestic and international markets.
To foster the growth of the industry and the growth of technology innovation in the industry. The association is committed to:
- advancing communications and networking within the industry
- strengthen business development and competitiveness
- establishing a strong effective industry liaison and advocacy presence
- increasing the membership’s profile in both domestic and international markets.
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Suite 504, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3E1 Ph: 604 683-2751 Fax: 604 677-5960 info@bceia.com www.bceia.com |
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CANADIAN PLASTICS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION - ATLANTIC DIVISION
CPIA is the national association of plastics and composite manufacturers for all of Canada with a mandate to advance the prosperity and international competitiveness of the Canadian plastics industry in an environmentally and socially responsible manner.
CPIA Atlantic, headquartered in Halifax, represents the interests of the plastics industry in all four Atlantic provinces. It provides access to information in matters of trade, promotion, training initiatives, technology development and changes in government rules and legislation as they relate to the plastics industry. CPIA Atlantic works with the federal and all four of the provincial governments to provide trade opportunities for the areas’ plastics companies. It works closely with IRAP, CTN and its own group of experts to offer hands-on technical expertise.
The office also plays an active role in the development of training courses to provide the regional industry with a skilled and experienced workforce. By working with industry, government and the areas’ educational institutions, CPIA Atlantic is helping to address the industry’s educational needs. These programs include formal training courses and CPIA-hosted seminars.
CPIA Atlantic continues to raise the awareness of the Atlantic plastics industry through its second edition of The Atlantic Plastics Industry Directory. The annual directory offers up-to-date listings on the size and configuration of the many plastics companies located in this area and acts as an easy reference tool for those looking to do business in the Atlantic region.
Solid waste management is also a high priority for CPIA Atlantic. The office works with CPIA’s Environment and Plastics Industry Council and the four Atlantic provincial governments to proactively address those solid waste management issues that deal specifically with the disposal of plastics. CPIA’s presence here helps ensure that government, industry and the public receive accurate information and assistance as new regulations are proposed and formulated. The office also provides a wide range of educational tools and information through our Environment and Plastics Industry Council (EPIC), one of 10 Councils that make up CPIA.
CPIA Atlantic, headquartered in Halifax, represents the interests of the plastics industry in all four Atlantic provinces. It provides access to information in matters of trade, promotion, training initiatives, technology development and changes in government rules and legislation as they relate to the plastics industry. CPIA Atlantic works with the federal and all four of the provincial governments to provide trade opportunities for the areas’ plastics companies. It works closely with IRAP, CTN and its own group of experts to offer hands-on technical expertise.
The office also plays an active role in the development of training courses to provide the regional industry with a skilled and experienced workforce. By working with industry, government and the areas’ educational institutions, CPIA Atlantic is helping to address the industry’s educational needs. These programs include formal training courses and CPIA-hosted seminars.
CPIA Atlantic continues to raise the awareness of the Atlantic plastics industry through its second edition of The Atlantic Plastics Industry Directory. The annual directory offers up-to-date listings on the size and configuration of the many plastics companies located in this area and acts as an easy reference tool for those looking to do business in the Atlantic region.
Solid waste management is also a high priority for CPIA Atlantic. The office works with CPIA’s Environment and Plastics Industry Council and the four Atlantic provincial governments to proactively address those solid waste management issues that deal specifically with the disposal of plastics. CPIA’s presence here helps ensure that government, industry and the public receive accurate information and assistance as new regulations are proposed and formulated. The office also provides a wide range of educational tools and information through our Environment and Plastics Industry Council (EPIC), one of 10 Councils that make up CPIA.
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Duncan Cross One Research Dr., Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4M9 Ph: 902 424-8670 / Fax: 902 466-6889 dcross@cpia.ca |
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CEMENT ASSOCIATION OF CANADA, THE
The Cement Association of Canada (CAC) is an industry-supported, non-for-profit organization representing virtually all of Canada's cement producers and importers. CAC's aim is to improve and extend the uses of cement and concrete through market development, codes and standards, and government affairs work.
Backed by a strong regional presence, CAC's mandate extends beyond market support to include direct, project-by-project promotion of concrete. These local promotion activities revolve around CAC's four regional offices and a network of field engineers based in most major Canadian metropoloitan centres. From its National Operations office in Ottawa, CAC represents cement and concrete interests in national issues.
Operating as the Canadian division of the Portland Cement Association (PCA), CAC is able to draw on the latter's resources for market development this information base, CAC sponsors specialized programs at the Canadian universities, research facilities, and testing laboratories. The Assocaition's other principal activities include: assisting the design and construction community inplanning and building with concrete; providing expert advse on concrete materials and construction methods; and developing and distributing technical and promotional material - publications, computer programs, and audio-visuals.
Backed by a strong regional presence, CAC's mandate extends beyond market support to include direct, project-by-project promotion of concrete. These local promotion activities revolve around CAC's four regional offices and a network of field engineers based in most major Canadian metropoloitan centres. From its National Operations office in Ottawa, CAC represents cement and concrete interests in national issues.
Operating as the Canadian division of the Portland Cement Association (PCA), CAC is able to draw on the latter's resources for market development this information base, CAC sponsors specialized programs at the Canadian universities, research facilities, and testing laboratories. The Assocaition's other principal activities include: assisting the design and construction community inplanning and building with concrete; providing expert advse on concrete materials and construction methods; and developing and distributing technical and promotional material - publications, computer programs, and audio-visuals.
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Colin Dickson / Bill Dooley 216 - 30 Damacus Rd., Bedford, NS B4A 0C1 Ph. 902.423.7317 / Fax 902.429.6696 cdickson@cement.ca / bdooley@cement.ca |
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CLEAN NOVA SCOTIA
Clean Nova Scotia is an independent, non-profit organization with a broadly-based membership of citizens, businesses associations, voluntary groups and government departments and agencies, and endeavors to create programs and initiatives that contribute to positive environmental transformation. Some of these programs include: (1) Moosehead Maritimes Beach Sweep (the largest per capita coastal clean-up project in North America with over 15,000 volunteers from the three Maritime provinces participating annually (2) Nova Scotia Waste Reduction Week, a province-wide community-based effort to involve citizens, schools, communities and businesses in a variety of high profile activities to promote waste reduction, (3) the Nova Scotia Materials Exchange, which helps businesses reduce disposal costs and helps the environment, based on the idea that one company’s waste is another’s treasure, and (4) Pollution Prevention Audits, a program aimed at helping Nova Scotia businesses reduce pollution, divert waste, and save money by providing full-spectrum pollution prevention audits.
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126 Portland St., Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 1H8 Ph: 902 420-3474 / Fax: 902 434-5334 cns@clean.ns.ca www.clean.ns.ca |
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ECOLOGY ACTION CENTRE, THE
The Ecology Action Centre is Nova Scotia’s largest and most active environmental organization. Since 1971, the EAC has been working to build a healthier, more sustainable Nova Scotia. Today we have over 800 members, 250 volunteers and staff, and seven active teams and committees.
The Centre’s earliest projects included recycling, composting, and energy conservation, and these are now widely recognized environmental issues. Our current areas of focus include Marine Issues, Coastal Issues, Wilderness, Public Lands, Food Issues, Transportation, Energy, and Urban Issues.
Our success is entirely thanks to interested and concerned individuals like you. Please consider becoming a member, making a donation, participating or volunteering in other ways.
The Centre’s earliest projects included recycling, composting, and energy conservation, and these are now widely recognized environmental issues. Our current areas of focus include Marine Issues, Coastal Issues, Wilderness, Public Lands, Food Issues, Transportation, Energy, and Urban Issues.
Our success is entirely thanks to interested and concerned individuals like you. Please consider becoming a member, making a donation, participating or volunteering in other ways.
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Mark Butler 1568 Argyle St., Suite 31, Halifax, NS B3J 2B3 Ph: 902 429-2202 / Fax: 902 422-6410 info@ecologyaction.ca www.ecologyaction.ca |
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ENVIRO-ACCESS INC.
Enviro-Access is one of three Canadian Environmental Technology Advancement Centres established to meet the needs of the environmental industry by facilitating access to professional and specialized technical services. Enviro-Access, a non-profit private corporation, was given the mandate to support SMEs within Eastern Canada. Offices are located in Sherbrooke, Montreal, Quebec, and Moncton. Enviro-Access’ goal is to promptly give its support to technology developers on technical and financial matters, regulations and business development. Enviro-Access helps to fast track studies / activities at a reduced cost so that developers may gain a competitive edge. The corporation aims at making possible the marketing of products and services from new technologies on a national and international scale.
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Manon LaPort 85 Belvedre St - North Suite 150, Sherbrooke, QE J1H 4A7 Ph: 819 823-2230 / Fax: 819 823-6632 mlaport@enviroaccess.ca www.enviroaccess.ca |
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INNOVACORP
InNOVAcorp helps technology-based firms commercialize their technology and succeed in the marketplace. Business leaders overcome traditional hurdles to business growth by accessing the resources InNOVAcorp offers: business incubation, investment and mentoring.
Business Incubation - Business incubators provide the environment and services to help emerging technology companies grow stronger, faster. Studies show business incubators make companies three times more likely to survive the critical first five years of operation.
InNOVAcorp manages two business incubation facilities. The Technology Innovation Centre in Dartmouth, NS, targets companies in the information technology and engineering industries. The BioScience Enterprise Centre in downtown Halifax, NS, focuses on companies in the life sciences industry. Today these facilities are home to about 40 resident clients.
Investment - InNOVAcorp’s investment fund is designed to support promising Nova Scotia entrepreneurs from startup through to first-stage expansion. Investments between $200,000 and $500,000 are available to qualified applicants, and are often leveraged through alliances with other organizations and venture capital companies. Typical investment vehicles are common or preferred shares, options, warrant or convertible debentures.
Mentoring - Business leaders make better business decisions by learning from the experience and expertise of others. InNOVAcorp has a threefold approach to mentoring. Direct support is provided one-on-one to entrepreneurs through our expert staff and through partnerships with other organizations like NRC’s Industrial Assistance Program and Canadian Technology Network. Peer-to-peer networking and mentoring support is provided primarily through our business incubation services and facilities. An innovative mentoring program using an on-line service delivery tool is also in development.
Business Incubation - Business incubators provide the environment and services to help emerging technology companies grow stronger, faster. Studies show business incubators make companies three times more likely to survive the critical first five years of operation.
InNOVAcorp manages two business incubation facilities. The Technology Innovation Centre in Dartmouth, NS, targets companies in the information technology and engineering industries. The BioScience Enterprise Centre in downtown Halifax, NS, focuses on companies in the life sciences industry. Today these facilities are home to about 40 resident clients.
Investment - InNOVAcorp’s investment fund is designed to support promising Nova Scotia entrepreneurs from startup through to first-stage expansion. Investments between $200,000 and $500,000 are available to qualified applicants, and are often leveraged through alliances with other organizations and venture capital companies. Typical investment vehicles are common or preferred shares, options, warrant or convertible debentures.
Mentoring - Business leaders make better business decisions by learning from the experience and expertise of others. InNOVAcorp has a threefold approach to mentoring. Direct support is provided one-on-one to entrepreneurs through our expert staff and through partnerships with other organizations like NRC’s Industrial Assistance Program and Canadian Technology Network. Peer-to-peer networking and mentoring support is provided primarily through our business incubation services and facilities. An innovative mentoring program using an on-line service delivery tool is also in development.
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Debbie Borgal 101 Research Drive, Dartmouth, NS B2Y 4T6 Ph: 902-424-8670 / Fax: 902-424-4679 dborgal@innovacorp.ns.ca www.innovacorp.ns.ca |
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INVESTMENT PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA (IPOANS)
IPOANS is an organization dedicated to representing the interests of private residential property owners in the province and providing members with services of substantial benefit.
The Association has established itself as the "voice" of rental property owners in Nova Scotia. IPOANS has come to be recognized by government, the news media and the public at large as a responsible, credible representative in matters affecting residential rental property in the province. The Association has developed working committees to deal with issues of Municipal and Provincial concerns. The Department of Business and Consumer Services provides IPOANS with all decisions heard on rent arrears, damages, security deposits and other decisions from the Government's own records.
IPOANS has established communications with various government departments. When changes are being considered to Acts, such as the Residential Tenancy Act, IPOANS is invited to have input before changes are proposed. The discussion papers are circulated throughout our membership which has expertise in these areas. The feedback ensures our industry concerns are heard.
The Association has established itself as the "voice" of rental property owners in Nova Scotia. IPOANS has come to be recognized by government, the news media and the public at large as a responsible, credible representative in matters affecting residential rental property in the province. The Association has developed working committees to deal with issues of Municipal and Provincial concerns. The Department of Business and Consumer Services provides IPOANS with all decisions heard on rent arrears, damages, security deposits and other decisions from the Government's own records.
IPOANS has established communications with various government departments. When changes are being considered to Acts, such as the Residential Tenancy Act, IPOANS is invited to have input before changes are proposed. The discussion papers are circulated throughout our membership which has expertise in these areas. The feedback ensures our industry concerns are heard.
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Rex MacLaine, Executive Director Sovereign Place Suite 603, 5121 Sackville St., Halifax, NS B3J 1K1 Ph: 902-425-3572 / Fax: 902-422-0700 association@ipoans.ns.ca www.ipoans.ns.ca |
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LANDSCAPE NOVA SCOTIA
Landscape Nova Scotia Horticultural Trades Association (LNSHTA) is a trade organization that represents the landscape and horticultural industry in Nova Scotia. Our members include landscape contractors, retail garden centres, landscape designers and irrigation specialists, wholesale nursery growers, lawn care companies, nursery sod producers, trade suppliers, municipal/institutional grounds managers, as well as industry specialists from within government.
LNSHTA members are committed to providing quality products and services to the consumer, and to upholding professional practices, standards and codes of conduct. LNSHTA promotes the creation of safe and beautiful neighborhoods, using environmentally sensitive construction and horticulture practices.
LNSHTA members are committed to providing quality products and services to the consumer, and to upholding professional practices, standards and codes of conduct. LNSHTA promotes the creation of safe and beautiful neighborhoods, using environmentally sensitive construction and horticulture practices.
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Pam Woodman, Executive Director lns@accesscable.net www.landscapenovascotia.ca |
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MANITOBA ENVIRONMENTAL INDUSTRIES ASSOCIATION (MEIA)
The Manitoba Environmental Industries Association (MEIA) is a non-profit organization that is committed to connecting business, government and interested stakeholders with environmental issues and opportunities. MEIA has been an association for Manitoba companies and professionals practicing in the area of environment and sustainable Development since 1991. It has in place an Executive, a Board of Directors, and six volunteer Committees and is staffed by an Executive Director a Business Liaison and an Events/Communications Director.
Our mission is to foster the growth and the development of the environmental business sector and professions in Manitoba. MEIA carries out this mission by organizing and conducting activities to:
* Serve the learning and informational needs of our members
* Promote environmentally sound initiatives
* Facilitate business development opportunities
* Initiate positive change in policy and regulatory frameworks
* Promote environmental sustainability and high standards for service and ethics
Our membership is a diverse group of Manitoba companies and organizations – environmental technology and service companies, engineering and environmental consulting firms, government departments and crown corporations, law firms, businesses, research companies, associations and community organizations.
MEIA membership includes those who:
* Deliver environmental technology, products or services.
* Offer support services to the environmental industry.
* Provide financial support and/or green investment opportunities for the industry.
* Design and deliver training and education programs in the environmental sector.
* Have a commitment to good environmental practices and have made environmental responsibility an integral part of their operations.
MEIA provides opportunities to expand contacts, gain business development information, stay current with governmental policy and legislation, and increase knowledge of environmental practices and initiatives. We facilitate information exchange and networking through special events, breakfast sessions, training programs, information updates and newsletters. MEIA undertakes initiatives with the provincial environmental industry associations in western Canada to develop business opportunities and promote the environment sector.
Our mission is to foster the growth and the development of the environmental business sector and professions in Manitoba. MEIA carries out this mission by organizing and conducting activities to:
* Serve the learning and informational needs of our members
* Promote environmentally sound initiatives
* Facilitate business development opportunities
* Initiate positive change in policy and regulatory frameworks
* Promote environmental sustainability and high standards for service and ethics
Our membership is a diverse group of Manitoba companies and organizations – environmental technology and service companies, engineering and environmental consulting firms, government departments and crown corporations, law firms, businesses, research companies, associations and community organizations.
MEIA membership includes those who:
* Deliver environmental technology, products or services.
* Offer support services to the environmental industry.
* Provide financial support and/or green investment opportunities for the industry.
* Design and deliver training and education programs in the environmental sector.
* Have a commitment to good environmental practices and have made environmental responsibility an integral part of their operations.
MEIA provides opportunities to expand contacts, gain business development information, stay current with governmental policy and legislation, and increase knowledge of environmental practices and initiatives. We facilitate information exchange and networking through special events, breakfast sessions, training programs, information updates and newsletters. MEIA undertakes initiatives with the provincial environmental industry associations in western Canada to develop business opportunities and promote the environment sector.
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Dennis Cunningham, Executive Director 3227 Roblin Blvd, Winnipeg, MB R3R 0C2 Ph: 204 783-7090 / Fax: 204 783-6501 dcunningham@meia.mb.ca www.meia.mb.ca |
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METROPOLITAN IMMIGRANT SETTLEMENT ASSOCIATION (MISA)
Employer Support Programs
Through HILC and MISA, the WINS Program offers employers a variety of services to help tap into the international talent of immigrants in Nova Scotia.
Employer Engager and HR Liaison
This is a first line of contact for listening to the needs of employers across the province and matching them to the best and most effective supports to meet their organizational needs.
Contact: Lorena Costa at lcosta@misa.ns.ca
Workplace Culture Program
This new program provides managers and staff with training, resources and tools on workplace culture. The program aims to expand employer access to skilled immigrant workers and improve retention across the province.
Contact: Stephanie Douglas at sdouglas@misa.ns.ca
Work Placement Program
An international professional will work with a local employer for 6 weeks, full time at no cost. Employers are able to assess the skills of a potential employee “on-the-job” and the participant obtains Canadian work experience. Insurance is provided by MISA.
“This program has introduced 6 people to our organization. From our perspective, it is a low risk way to evaluate and integrate new talent to our organization”
Host Employer, IT Company
Practice Interview Program
Employers volunteer their time to interview a newcomer professional in their field of work.
“We have some incredibly talented people immigrating to Nova Scotia; we should do all we can to welcome these individuals and encourage them to stay. If working with the fantastic team at MISA goes any way to helping this happen then that is why I am drawn to being a Practice Interviewer”.
HR Manager
Through HILC and MISA, the WINS Program offers employers a variety of services to help tap into the international talent of immigrants in Nova Scotia.
Employer Engager and HR Liaison
This is a first line of contact for listening to the needs of employers across the province and matching them to the best and most effective supports to meet their organizational needs.
Contact: Lorena Costa at lcosta@misa.ns.ca
Workplace Culture Program
This new program provides managers and staff with training, resources and tools on workplace culture. The program aims to expand employer access to skilled immigrant workers and improve retention across the province.
Contact: Stephanie Douglas at sdouglas@misa.ns.ca
Work Placement Program
An international professional will work with a local employer for 6 weeks, full time at no cost. Employers are able to assess the skills of a potential employee “on-the-job” and the participant obtains Canadian work experience. Insurance is provided by MISA.
“This program has introduced 6 people to our organization. From our perspective, it is a low risk way to evaluate and integrate new talent to our organization”
Host Employer, IT Company
Practice Interview Program
Employers volunteer their time to interview a newcomer professional in their field of work.
“We have some incredibly talented people immigrating to Nova Scotia; we should do all we can to welcome these individuals and encourage them to stay. If working with the fantastic team at MISA goes any way to helping this happen then that is why I am drawn to being a Practice Interviewer”.
HR Manager
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Lorena Costa, Employer Engager and HR Liaison Suite 201, Chebucto Place 7105 Chebucto Road Halifax NS B3L 4W8 Ph: (902) 423-3607 / Fax: (902) 423-3154 lcosta@misa.ns.ca www.misa.ns.ca |
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MINING ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA (MANS)
The Mining Association of Nova Scotia, formerly the Chamber of Mineral Resources of Nova, represents over 150 members in all five areas of mining - exploration, discovery, development, reclamation as well as consultants and suppliers to the industry.
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Michelle Landreville, Executive Director 15 Dartmouth Road, Suite 300, Bedford, NS, B4A 3X6 Ph: (902) 406-7625 / Fax: (902) 406-7626 info@tmans.ca www.tmans.ca |
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ONTARIO ENVIRONMENT INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (ONEIA)
ONEIA is a private sector Association dedicated to improving the economic health of environmental business, and to help strengthen the country’s economic competitiveness. The environment industry sector is part of the “New Economy” working to achieve sustainable development. The Association has over 150 member companies which provide services, technologies and processes for achieving environmentally-sound development.
ONEIA works towards bringing Ontario and foreign environmental companies together to form partnerships, and to provide new joint-venture export opportunities. ONEIA links buyers and sellers of environmental goods and services. It provides environmental information and commercial intelligence on emerging developments in Canada and around the world. The Association works to ensure the continuation of strong environmental initiatives to protect and improve the environment.
ONEIA provides a number of services to help its members strengthen their economic activity and to help Canada meet its environmental commitments.
In 1994 Canada launched the Federal Environment Industry Strategy. We work nationally with Environment Canada, Industry Canada and Foreign Affairs to implement the strategy. In the same year, Ontario launched the Green Industry Strategy. ONEIA established an implementation program with the Green Industry Office of the Ontario Ministry of Environment (MOE) & the Ministry of Economic Development, Trade & Tourism (MEDTT). In addition, ONEIA aided in the development of GIO’s business plan.
As well, the Association works with the various levels of government to provide them with the tools required to improve the environmental health of their community. Members have been active on Ministry advisory committees providing input into policy development. Major committees include the International Trade Advisory Committee (ITAC), the Sector Advisory Group on International Trade (SAGIT), the Task Force on Economic Instruments and Disincentives. ONEIA often hosts government Ministers at our business meetings.
ONEIA helps companies promote and export their goods and services to international markets. In partnership with the federal, provincial and municipal governments, the Association provides support to exporting companies in terms of bids, export information, training, and events such as post-GLOBE and post-Americana. ONEIA has signed cooperative agreements with industry Associations in countries that include Mexico, Malaysia and Singapore. Canada is one of the world leaders in developing environmental technologies, goods, and services that can be, and are being, exported.
ONEIA works towards bringing Ontario and foreign environmental companies together to form partnerships, and to provide new joint-venture export opportunities. ONEIA links buyers and sellers of environmental goods and services. It provides environmental information and commercial intelligence on emerging developments in Canada and around the world. The Association works to ensure the continuation of strong environmental initiatives to protect and improve the environment.
ONEIA provides a number of services to help its members strengthen their economic activity and to help Canada meet its environmental commitments.
In 1994 Canada launched the Federal Environment Industry Strategy. We work nationally with Environment Canada, Industry Canada and Foreign Affairs to implement the strategy. In the same year, Ontario launched the Green Industry Strategy. ONEIA established an implementation program with the Green Industry Office of the Ontario Ministry of Environment (MOE) & the Ministry of Economic Development, Trade & Tourism (MEDTT). In addition, ONEIA aided in the development of GIO’s business plan.
As well, the Association works with the various levels of government to provide them with the tools required to improve the environmental health of their community. Members have been active on Ministry advisory committees providing input into policy development. Major committees include the International Trade Advisory Committee (ITAC), the Sector Advisory Group on International Trade (SAGIT), the Task Force on Economic Instruments and Disincentives. ONEIA often hosts government Ministers at our business meetings.
ONEIA helps companies promote and export their goods and services to international markets. In partnership with the federal, provincial and municipal governments, the Association provides support to exporting companies in terms of bids, export information, training, and events such as post-GLOBE and post-Americana. ONEIA has signed cooperative agreements with industry Associations in countries that include Mexico, Malaysia and Singapore. Canada is one of the world leaders in developing environmental technologies, goods, and services that can be, and are being, exported.
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Shai Spetgang, Membership Services & Program Development 4850 Keele Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON, M3J 3K1 Ph: (416) 531-7884 / Fax:(416) 665-2032 sspetgang@oneia.ca http://www.oneia.ca/ |
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OFFSHORE TECHNOLOGIES ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA
The Offshore Technologies Association of Nova Scotia is a not-for-profit association of businesses whose purpose is to identify, promote and support the development of opportunities in marine and ocean industries with particular emphasis on oil and gas and related developments.
OTANS supports the maximization of Nova Scotian participation in the supply of both goods and services to meet the needs of the offshore oil and gas industry both nationally and internationally.
OTANS supports the maximization of Nova Scotian participation in the supply of both goods and services to meet the needs of the offshore oil and gas industry both nationally and internationally.
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Paul MacEachern 1718 Argyle St - Suite 400, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N6 Ph: 902-425-4774 / Fax: 902-422-2332 otans@otans.com www.otans.com |
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NEW BRUNSWICK ENVIRONMENTAL INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION (NBEIA)
The New Brunswick Environment Industry Association (NBEIA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the growth of environmental business in New Brunswick, Canada. Founded in 1994, NBEIA represents members from all facets of the environment sector, ranging from technology development and manufacturing to consulting, engineering, financial, and legal services.
NBEIA promotes the growth and development of the environment industry in New Brunswick by helping our members to maximize opportunities, improve competitiveness, save costs, expand regional activities and participate in industry developments.
NBEIA goals and objectives:
- represent the common interests of NBEIA members to government and industries
- help establish priorities for government funding used to promote and market New Brunswick environmental technology
- provide a forum for the exchange of market, financial, business and technical information
- encourage action in partnership with all levels of government on pressing environmental issues
- support the drive for better market intelligence through industry-led market research
- develop a code of conduct and ethics for NBEIA members to foster the collective credibility of its members
> - encourage and interact with educators to develop programs that will better prepare the work force needed by the environment industry
NBEIA promotes the growth and development of the environment industry in New Brunswick by helping our members to maximize opportunities, improve competitiveness, save costs, expand regional activities and participate in industry developments.
NBEIA goals and objectives:
- represent the common interests of NBEIA members to government and industries
- help establish priorities for government funding used to promote and market New Brunswick environmental technology
- provide a forum for the exchange of market, financial, business and technical information
- encourage action in partnership with all levels of government on pressing environmental issues
- support the drive for better market intelligence through industry-led market research
- develop a code of conduct and ethics for NBEIA members to foster the collective credibility of its members
> - encourage and interact with educators to develop programs that will better prepare the work force needed by the environment industry
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Caroll Tibbits P.O. Box 637 Station A, Fredericton NB, E3B 5B3 Ph: 506 455 0212 / Fax: 506 452 0213 nbeia@nbnet.nb.ca www.nbeia.nb.ca |
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NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR ENVIRONMENTAL INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION
To promote the growth and development of the environmental industry of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Importance of NEIA:
NEIA is a leading Canadian Environmental Industry Association and has been identified as the strongest association in Atlantic Canada providing excellent services and strong representation for its members. NEIA’s goal is to positively impact its members businesses. NEIA keeps its members informed of industry happenings and issues and hosts regular events including:
* An annual trade show and conference
* Seminars, workshops, luncheons and member socials
* Networking Communications & Awareness
NEIA communicates regularly with its members through bi-weekly notices, a quarterly newsletter and its website. All NEIA members and their services and products are listed in the neia website. NEIA also promotes member services and products locally and internationally with a hard copy glossy directory and through participation in conferences and local and international trade shows.
Importance of NEIA:
NEIA is a leading Canadian Environmental Industry Association and has been identified as the strongest association in Atlantic Canada providing excellent services and strong representation for its members. NEIA’s goal is to positively impact its members businesses. NEIA keeps its members informed of industry happenings and issues and hosts regular events including:
* An annual trade show and conference
* Seminars, workshops, luncheons and member socials
* Networking Communications & Awareness
NEIA communicates regularly with its members through bi-weekly notices, a quarterly newsletter and its website. All NEIA members and their services and products are listed in the neia website. NEIA also promotes member services and products locally and internationally with a hard copy glossy directory and through participation in conferences and local and international trade shows.
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90 O'Leary Ave, Suite 101, St. John's, NL A1B 2C7 Ph: (709) 772-3333 / Fax: (709) 772-3213 info@neia.org www.neia.org |
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NS ASSOCIATION OF WASTE REDUCTION COORDINATORS (NSAWRC)
The Nova Scotia Association of Waste Reduction Coordinators was founded in 1993. The founders shared a vision of an organization that would facilitate information exchange, work closely with Nova Scotia Environment and Labour and other organizations, and undertake research to assist in waste reduction.
The Association is comprised of Municipal employees, private sector representatives, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s), Nova Scotia Environment and Labour officials, and other interested individuals.
Nova Scotia has been a leader in the development of comprehensive waste management and education programs. Members of our Association have been key players in their development. New members can draw on the experience and knowledge of the Association.
Members of the Association actively promote environmental stewardship. Members organize and participate in activities to celebrate events such as Waste Reduction Week, International Composting Awareness Week and Environment Week.
NSAWRC plays a vital role in communication between the seven Provincial regions, Nova Scotia Environment and Labour, and RRFB Nova Scotia, therefore increasing the cohesiveness of Nova Scotia’s solid waste management industry.
The Association is comprised of Municipal employees, private sector representatives, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s), Nova Scotia Environment and Labour officials, and other interested individuals.
Nova Scotia has been a leader in the development of comprehensive waste management and education programs. Members of our Association have been key players in their development. New members can draw on the experience and knowledge of the Association.
Members of the Association actively promote environmental stewardship. Members organize and participate in activities to celebrate events such as Waste Reduction Week, International Composting Awareness Week and Environment Week.
NSAWRC plays a vital role in communication between the seven Provincial regions, Nova Scotia Environment and Labour, and RRFB Nova Scotia, therefore increasing the cohesiveness of Nova Scotia’s solid waste management industry.
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REGION 6 SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Region 6 Solid Waste Management in a non-profit group providing solid waste education and leadership to the Townships of Windsor, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg, Bridgewater, Lockeport and Shelburne AND the Municipal Districts of West Hants, Chester, Lunenburg, Region of Queens and Shelburne. This leadership is provided to all residents and the Industrial, Commercial and Institutional sector.
Our objective is to provide a cleaner environment through examples of solid waste diversion, reuse of materials and composting.Our office is located in the Industrial Mall in Liverpool.
Our objective is to provide a cleaner environment through examples of solid waste diversion, reuse of materials and composting.Our office is located in the Industrial Mall in Liverpool.
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Valda Walsh BSc, TME 16 Harley Umphrey Drive, PO Box 40, Liverpool, NS B0T 1K0 Ph: 902 354-3709 / Fax: 902 354-7472 region6@ns.sympatico.ca |
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RESOURCE RECOVERY FUND BOARD INC.
RRFB Nova Scotia - “Helping Nova Scotians Manage Waste”
RRFB Nova Scotia is in business to be a commercially viable company providing responsible management for Nova Scotia’s Solid Waste-Resource Management Strategy. Paramount will be our initiatives to protect the long-term environmental and economic good of Nova Scotia. RRFB Nova Scotia is helping Nova Scotia manage waste by: providing 50% of net revenues to municipalities to offset costs associated with expanding waste management services to residents; managing the Deposit/Refund System for Beverage Containers, offering all Nova Scotians convenient access to recycling through an Enviro Depot Network; Educating Nova Scotians, in partnership with municipalities, to participate in waste reduction, reuse, recycling and composting programs; funding Nova Scotia businesses that develop innovative products from materials recovered from the waste stream; and negotiating industry stewardship agreements, in cooperation with the Province and municipalities, that are designed to maximize diversion. Through these agreements, industry shares responsibility for the costs associated with diverting the waste they produce.
RRFB Nova Scotia is in business to be a commercially viable company providing responsible management for Nova Scotia’s Solid Waste-Resource Management Strategy. Paramount will be our initiatives to protect the long-term environmental and economic good of Nova Scotia. RRFB Nova Scotia is helping Nova Scotia manage waste by: providing 50% of net revenues to municipalities to offset costs associated with expanding waste management services to residents; managing the Deposit/Refund System for Beverage Containers, offering all Nova Scotians convenient access to recycling through an Enviro Depot Network; Educating Nova Scotians, in partnership with municipalities, to participate in waste reduction, reuse, recycling and composting programs; funding Nova Scotia businesses that develop innovative products from materials recovered from the waste stream; and negotiating industry stewardship agreements, in cooperation with the Province and municipalities, that are designed to maximize diversion. Through these agreements, industry shares responsibility for the costs associated with diverting the waste they produce.
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Catherine McCarthy 14 Court St - Ste 305, Truro, NS B2N 3H7 Ph: 902-897-5253 / Fax: 902-897-3256 cmccarthy@rrfb.com www.rrfb.com |
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RESEAU ENVIRONNEMENT
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Jean Lavoie 220-911 Jean Talon E., Montreal, QE H2R 1V5 Ph: 514-270-7110 / Fax 514-270-7154 info@reseau-environnment.com www.reseau-environnment.com |
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SASKATCHEWAN ENVIRONMENTAL INDUSTRY AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION (SEIMA)
The Saskatchewan Environmental Industry and Managers Association (SEIMA) serves as a representative of the environmental industry in Saskatchewan promoting industry development and responsible environmental management.
SEIMA focuses on three areas of service to our members:
Business development
Government policy analysis and comment and
Professional development and training.
Another of our roles is to share information on business development, events, programs and networking opportunities. Our website is one way to share this information with those who work within or have an interest in the environmental industry. Make sure you bookmark and visit our site for regular updates. Enjoy the website and please be sure to email us if you have any questions or are interested in becoming a member of SEIMA.
SEIMA focuses on three areas of service to our members:
Business development
Government policy analysis and comment and
Professional development and training.
Another of our roles is to share information on business development, events, programs and networking opportunities. Our website is one way to share this information with those who work within or have an interest in the environmental industry. Make sure you bookmark and visit our site for regular updates. Enjoy the website and please be sure to email us if you have any questions or are interested in becoming a member of SEIMA.
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L’Angelle Lunney, Executive Director 160 - 10 Research Drive, Regina, SK S4S 7J7 Ph: 306-543-1567 / Fax: 306-543-1568 llunney@seima.sk.ca www.seima.sk.ca |
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TOURISM INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA (TIANS)
TIANS was formed in 1977. TIANS is the provincial advocate for the Nova Scotia Tourism Industry and strives to enhance the Industry’s competitiveness and prosperity through increased professionalism and product development. In accomplishing their goal, they work closely with many partners - regional and sector associations, and all levels of government. TIANS is an active and growing professional association. They offer several forums for the Tourism Industry to gather and network.
TIANS established the Sustainable Tourism Project in September 1993 to bring together stake holders from industry and government to work toward a sustainable tourism strategy for Nova Scotia.
TIANS established the Sustainable Tourism Project in September 1993 to bring together stake holders from industry and government to work toward a sustainable tourism strategy for Nova Scotia.
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Brain Hicks, Coordinator 1099 Marginal Road, Suite 201, Halifax, NS B3H 4P7 Ph: 902-423-4480/Fax: 902-422-0184 tians@tourism.ca www.tians.org/ |
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CARIBBEAN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
The Caribbean Environmental Health Institute (CEHI) was initially established as a project in an attempt by the Region’s leaders to address, in an organised manner, the Environmental Health concerns of the people of the English-speaking Caribbean.
In 1979 the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Conference of Ministers Responsible for Health formally approved a Caribbean Environmental Health Strategy. As this Strategy provided for the establishment of CEHI, in 1988 the Institute became a legal entity with the deposit of the Instrument of Ratification of the CEHI Agreement by the required number of Governments. It was agreed by Member States that CEHI would be headquartered at facilities made available by the Government of Saint Lucia.
Today, CEHI has 16 Members States and remains dedicated to finding cost effective solutions to Environmental Health problems in our Member States.
The CARICOM Conference of Ministers Responsible for Health was the original governing body of the Institute with policy-making powers. Since 1998, the CARICOM Council on Human & Social Development (COHSOD) has assumed responsibility for governance issues.
CEHI is a concrete expression of the will, the commitment and the foresight of the policy-makers in CARICOM to respond to Environmental Health concerns. The Institute exists for the purpose of ensuring that the Caribbean citizenry, both present and future are able to experience a long and healthy life.
As such, the objectives of CEHI are: To provide technical and advisory services to Member States in all areas of environmental management, including but not limited to, Environmental Quality Monitoring, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Health Information, Water Resources Management, Waste Management (liquid, solid and hazardous), Laboratory Services and Project Development and Management.
In 1979 the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Conference of Ministers Responsible for Health formally approved a Caribbean Environmental Health Strategy. As this Strategy provided for the establishment of CEHI, in 1988 the Institute became a legal entity with the deposit of the Instrument of Ratification of the CEHI Agreement by the required number of Governments. It was agreed by Member States that CEHI would be headquartered at facilities made available by the Government of Saint Lucia.
Today, CEHI has 16 Members States and remains dedicated to finding cost effective solutions to Environmental Health problems in our Member States.
The CARICOM Conference of Ministers Responsible for Health was the original governing body of the Institute with policy-making powers. Since 1998, the CARICOM Council on Human & Social Development (COHSOD) has assumed responsibility for governance issues.
CEHI is a concrete expression of the will, the commitment and the foresight of the policy-makers in CARICOM to respond to Environmental Health concerns. The Institute exists for the purpose of ensuring that the Caribbean citizenry, both present and future are able to experience a long and healthy life.
As such, the objectives of CEHI are: To provide technical and advisory services to Member States in all areas of environmental management, including but not limited to, Environmental Quality Monitoring, Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Health Information, Water Resources Management, Waste Management (liquid, solid and hazardous), Laboratory Services and Project Development and Management.
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The Morne, P.O. Box 1111, Castries, St. Lucia, WI Ph: 1 758 452-2501/21412 - Fax: 1 758 453-2721 cehi@candw.lc |
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CARIBBEAN CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION (CCA)
The CCA exists to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations of the Caribbean by facilitating the development and implementation of policies, programmes and practices, which contribute to the sustainable management of the region’s natural and cultural resources.
We do this through a membership that covers the wider Caribbean amongst non-governmental organisations, within government structures and by individuals interested in voicing civil society’s concern for the state of the environment in the Caribbean region.
Over the years, CCA has initiated, co-sponsored, endorsed and funded a variety of regional conservation programmes, ranging from an endangered species research and conservation effort directed at the preservation of the Caribbean green turtle, the development of a vibrant outreach programme in Environmental Education and the formulation of a regional environmental education and communications strategy, to the compilation of environmental profiles for five countries within the Eastern Caribbean.
We do this through a membership that covers the wider Caribbean amongst non-governmental organisations, within government structures and by individuals interested in voicing civil society’s concern for the state of the environment in the Caribbean region.
Over the years, CCA has initiated, co-sponsored, endorsed and funded a variety of regional conservation programmes, ranging from an endangered species research and conservation effort directed at the preservation of the Caribbean green turtle, the development of a vibrant outreach programme in Environmental Education and the formulation of a regional environmental education and communications strategy, to the compilation of environmental profiles for five countries within the Eastern Caribbean.
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Leslie John Walling “Chelford” Bush Hill Garrison, St. Michael, Barbados Ph: 246 426-5373 / Fax: 246 429-8483 execdirector@ccanet.net www.ccanet.net |
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CARIBBEAN WATER & WASTE WATER ASSOCIATION
The idea of a Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association (CWWA) was conceptualised during the late 1980s out of the annual conference of Caribbean Water Engineers.
In 1991, the Association was registered as a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) by an Act of Parliament (No. 8 of 1991) in the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago and is committed to the advancement of the science, practice, and management of water supply and waste disposal for the benefit of Caribbean people through the development of human resources, public education, and professionalism, as well as promotion of appropriate technologies in the water, wastewater, and solid waste sector.
Since its inception in 1992, the major activity of the association has been its annual conference which is hosted on a rotational basis among the various Caribbean countries. These conferences have been used to explore important themes of relevance to the industry, and have also provided opportunities for vendors to exhibit technologies and services to what has become the single largest assembly of professionals and executives in the Caribbean industry.
Our mission is to advance the science and practice of water supply, wastewater disposal and solid waste management, and promote the efficient management of utilities for the sustainable development of Caribbean people by:
•Facilitating research and development and the use of appropriate technologies;
•Identifying emerging needs and providing value-adding opportunities for our members;
•Promoting the professional development of our members by providing access to accredited education and certified training opportunities;
•Facilitating the sharing of members’ knowledge and experiences by providing an efficient support network;
•Building alliances and partnerships to strengthen the development of our members and member institutions;
•Advocating on critical issues affecting the water, wastewater and solid waste industries and our membership.
In 1991, the Association was registered as a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) by an Act of Parliament (No. 8 of 1991) in the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago and is committed to the advancement of the science, practice, and management of water supply and waste disposal for the benefit of Caribbean people through the development of human resources, public education, and professionalism, as well as promotion of appropriate technologies in the water, wastewater, and solid waste sector.
Since its inception in 1992, the major activity of the association has been its annual conference which is hosted on a rotational basis among the various Caribbean countries. These conferences have been used to explore important themes of relevance to the industry, and have also provided opportunities for vendors to exhibit technologies and services to what has become the single largest assembly of professionals and executives in the Caribbean industry.
Our mission is to advance the science and practice of water supply, wastewater disposal and solid waste management, and promote the efficient management of utilities for the sustainable development of Caribbean people by:
•Facilitating research and development and the use of appropriate technologies;
•Identifying emerging needs and providing value-adding opportunities for our members;
•Promoting the professional development of our members by providing access to accredited education and certified training opportunities;
•Facilitating the sharing of members’ knowledge and experiences by providing an efficient support network;
•Building alliances and partnerships to strengthen the development of our members and member institutions;
•Advocating on critical issues affecting the water, wastewater and solid waste industries and our membership.
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Farm Rd, St Joseph Trinidad, W.I. Ph: 868-662-2302-7 Ext. 3747, 868-645-8681 Fax: 868-645-7849 info@cwwa.net www.cwwa.net |
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