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Please view the following for the Cape Breton Partnership's most up-to-date news:
Strait Forward Conference
On May 16, 2013, the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce, in coordination with the Cape Breton Partnership and Enterprise Cape Breton Corporation, will host a one-day conference to discuss the further diversification of the Strait area economy. The Strait Forward conference will take place May 16, 2013 at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. ... read more
Safety First in Cape Breton
On May 10, 2013, join industry leaders and provincial representatives from the safety sector in Sydney, Cape Breton for a one day symposium about workplace health and safety. Sharpen your skills, get updates on new provincial safety regulations and engage in discussion about best practices that will position Cape Breton as the safest place to work and do business. ... read more
Luncheon with Jim Burpee
The Cape Breton Partnership is hosting a luncheon with Mr. Jim Burpee, President and CEO of the Canadian Electricity Association. ... read more
Major Projects Asset and Capabilities Study
Cape Breton-Mulgrave Corporate Capabilities Diagnostic for Major Projects ... read more
Cape Breton Partnership Business Mixer
Join us for our business mixer at beautiful Cabot Links. ... read more
AGM & Investor Summit
The Cape Breton Partnership Investor Summit and AGM brings together business and community leaders from the over 150 organizations that serve as its investor base to discuss a strong economic future for Cape Breton Island and Mulgrave and to hear from business leaders from other parts of the province and Atlantic Canada. ... read more
Oceans of Opportunity
Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, October 11-12, 2012 ... read more
2012 Board of Directors Nomination Forms Now Available
If you are interested in serving on the Board of Directors and would like to contribute to the successful direction of the Cape Breton Partnership, please consider seeking nomination or nominating someone to the Board. Deadline for nominations is September 7, 2012. ... read more
Lunch with Chris Huskilson, President & CEO, Emera
Atlantic Canada is in the midst of an energy transformation. At Emera, it means changing the way they make, distribute, and use energy. The Cape Breton Partnership hosted Chris Huskilson, President and CEO of Emera, to learn more about Emera, the Lower Churchill Hydroelectric Project and the Maritime Link, which will provide clean, renewable, and reliable electricity from Newfoundland and Labrador to Nova Scotia and beyond. ... read more
Cape Breton Island – Mulgrave Prosperity Framework Gaining Momentum
The Prosperity Framework has received a boost this month with the appointment of two key resources to lead the implementation of the recently released economic strategy for Cape Breton Island – Mulgrave. ... read more
Employment Opportunity - Accounting Clerk - Cape Breton Partnership
The Cape Breton Partnership is seeking an Accounting Clerk. Deadline to apply is July 6, 2012. ... read more
Expression of Interest - Global IT Company Seeking IT Talent in Sydney, Cape Breton
Expression of Interest - Global IT Company Seeking IT Talent in Sydney, Cape Breton. ... read more
Opportunity India
Opportunity India: Global Opportunities with India's Maritime Sector ... read more
Prosperity Framework
Initiated in 2010, the Integrated Strategic Framework for Economic Prosperity (Prosperity Framework) is a plan for how Cape Breton – Mulgrave will grow the region’s economy and set a clear path for the future. The Framework explains what the region needs to do to grow its $3.2 billion economy, how the growth will be achieved and who will be responsible to make it happen. The Framework provides a set of common priorities for our region; helping businesses, public agencies, voluntary groups and communities to focus their investment and initiatives that will make a difference for Cape Breton Island and the Town of Mulgrave’s economies. ... read more
Time to Consider Vacationing in Our Own Backyard
Read the latest Cape Breton Post Column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership. ... read more
The Vince Ryan: Scholarships, economic impact and just a little hockey
Read the latest Cape Breton Post Column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director of the Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
Galloping Cows: From Port Hood, to the Oscars, to the World
Read the latest Cape Breton Post Column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director of the Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
Sobeys Offers Investment, Employment and the Ultimate Food Shopping Experience
Read the latest Cape Breton Post Column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
Sydney Tar Ponds, Coke Ovens are Back on Radar
Read the latest Cape Breton Post column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership. ... read more
National Boxing Championships Packed an Economic Punch
Read the latest Cape Breton Post column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
The Final Four Predictions for 2012
Read the latest Cape Breton Post column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Parternship ... read more
2012 Predictions Continued
Read the latest Cape Breton Post column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
Predictions for the Top 12 Newsmakers for 2012
Read the latest Cape Breton Post column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
Healthcare Technologies: An Emerging Industry Sector
Discussions regarding companies focused on healthcare technologies or new biomedical products have not been common topics of discussion around most Cape Breton family’s dinner tables. This might all change with the advancement of two Cape Breton companies that are accelerating the growth and recognition of Nova Scotia’s burgeoning health technologies sector. ... read more
The Forest: Where Wood Comes From
A recent trip to meet with a number of companies in Cheticamp, provided me with the opportunity to travel through some rural parts of Cape Breton. Turning right at the “Red Barn” and traveling gradually northwest, I was able to enjoy what was left of Cape Breton’s spectacular fall colours, which had me reflect on how the region offers the opportunity to live and work in such beautiful, natural surroundings. ... read more
Chéticamp: Celebrating Community Excellence
Chéticamp is a beautiful Acadian village nestled in the green hills of the picturesque Cabot Trail, overlooking the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Chéticamp is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful areas in the Maritimes and is one of the province’s most dynamic francophone communities. ... read more
CSEE is leading Cape Breton to a new era
Cape Breton Post Column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
Investor Summit and AGM 2011 - Evaluation Form for Attendees
If you attended the Partnership's 2011 AGM and Investor Summit, please fill out the evaluation form to let us know how we did so we can start planning for next year's event. ... read more
Cape Breton companies await awarding of shipbuilding contract
Today’s announcement regarding the $30 billion National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy (NSPS) is a significant opportunity for our region. The Government of Canada will invest approximately $30 billion in the Federal Fleet over the next 30 years. ... read more
Our Celtic roots are showing
Cape Breton Post Column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
Cape Breton Partnership elects new Board Chair
At the Annual General Meeting and Investor Summit today, the Board of Directors of the Cape Breton Partnership elected Chad Munro, CEO of Mabou-based Halifax Biomedical, as its new Chair. ... read more
Cruise ships: Disembarking tourists and economic impact
Cape Breton Post Column by Keith MacDonald, Executive Director, Cape Breton Partnership ... read more
Cape Breton Partnership Pens New Weekly Column in the Post
The Cape Breton Partnership is proud to have recently launched a weekly business and economic news article in the Cape Breton Post. Look for it each Monday in the Business Section! ... read more
