Unama’ki – Cape Breton, NS – The Cape Breton Partnership is excited to host an upcoming Business & Breakfast: Labour Solutions for the Hospitality Industry on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the Frolic & Folk Pub & Grill at the Iona Heights Inn from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Hosted by the Cape Breton Partnership, and moderated by Parker Horton, Economic Development Officer for Victoria County, attendees will get a chance to network, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and a panel discussion of engaging experts who work as service providers and employers in the hospitality industry.

Joining the panel is Terry Smith, CEO of Destination Cape Breton, Natasha Chestnut, Executive Director of the Restaurant Association of Nova Scotia, Martin Kevjal, CEO of Cape Smokey Holdings, and Kelly MacKinnon, Labour Market & Immigration Advisor with the Cape Breton Partnership.

“Our team has worked hard to engage with our Island’s business community, identifying the challenges and gaps they are experiencing in every sector,” says Tyler Mattheis, President & CEO of the Cape Breton Partnership. “The focus of our Business & Breakfast series is to gather the local business community at local venues across our Island and share supports and solutions to address these challenges, while creating the space needed for discussions with local businesses and service providers to learn more and explore future innovative solutions.”

Business & Breakfast events are free to attend; however, registration is required. To learn more about the panelists, or to register visit: https://bb-labour-solutions.eventbrite.ca.

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Media Contact: 
Carly Appleton, Communications Coordinator
Cape Breton Partnership 
Carly@capebretonpartnership.com
902-562-0122 

About the Cape Breton Partnership:  

The Cape Breton Partnership is Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s private sector-led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our Island as a great place to live, work, and invest; growing a culture that values and celebrates creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship; and connecting entrepreneurs and companies to the resources they need to succeed. 

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August 15, 2024

2024 Cape Breton Partnership Investor Summit to feature Keynote Speaker, Arlene Dickinson

Unama’ki – Cape Breton, NS – The Cape Breton Partnership is excited to officially launch tickets for the 2024 Investor Summit, presented by Nova Scotia Power, to be held on October 24, 2024, at the Inverary Resort on Baddeck Bay. This year’s Investor Summit will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Cape Breton Partnership and provide attendees with engaging presenters, updates from local and emerging businesses, and networking with local leaders.

“For the past 20 years, the Cape Breton Partnership has been dedicated to collaborating with local Indigenous communities, municipalities, government partners, and over 170 private sector Investors as Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s trusted economic development partner,” says Tyler Mattheis, President & CEO of the Cape Breton Partnership. “As we mark a significant milestone, we’re thrilled to announce that our 20th anniversary celebration will feature a keynote address from Arlene Dickinson.”

Arlene Dickinson is world-renowned for her role as a ‘Dragon’ on CBC’s Dragon’s Den; she is also a self-made multi-millionaire as a communications entrepreneur, in addition to being one of Canada’s most successful businesswomen and investors.

“We are thrilled to have Arlene join us at the Investor Summit this year to share her expertise and how she blazed her own successful path as an entrepreneur,” said Brian Purchase, Chair of the Cape Breton Partnership Board of Directors. “We would also like to thank our Investors and friends at Nova Scotia Power who are this year’s Presenting Sponsor. Without your support and belief in the work we do to create a thriving Unama’ki – Cape Breton, this event would not be possible.”

Tickets are available on a first-come first-serve basis, with early bird ticket pricing available until August 30, 2024. Attendees of the Summit also have an opportunity to enjoy a social cruise on the Amoeba Tours’ WinStar and a private dinner reception happening on October 23, 2024, for an additional cost.

To purchase your ticket today, and for more information on our keynote speaker, Arlene Dickinson, please visit: https://2024-investor-summit.eventbrite.ca.

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Media Contact:

Michaela Epifano, Communications & Investor Relations SpecialistCape Breton Partnershipmichaela@capebretonpartnership.com
902-562-0122

About the Cape Breton Partnership

The Cape Breton Partnership is Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s private sector-led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our Island as a great place to live, work, and invest; growing a culture that values and celebrates creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship; and connecting entrepreneurs and companies to the resources they need to succeed. For more information, visit https://capebretonpartnership.com/.

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July 31, 2024

The Cape Breton Partnership is proud to recognize impactful businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders who have made a positive impact and difference on the local economy with the 2024 Economic Impact Awards.

This year marks the Cape Breton Partnership’s 20th anniversary as Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s trusted economic development partner, supporting all communities across the Island.

“As the private sector-led economic development organization of Unama’ki – Cape Breton, we are excited to once again recognize the notable and forward-thinking leaders in our businesses and communities who are helping the Island move forward together in building a more resilient, sustainable, and prosperous economy for years to come,” said Tyler Mattheis, President & CEO of the Cape Breton Partnership.

The Economic Impact Awards annually celebrate individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions to the Island’s economy. Nominations are considered based on their significant contribution through innovation, entrepreneurship, new investments, and commitment to the region through the work they have accomplished that has positively impacted the local economy. The 2024 Economic Impact Awards will be presented at the Cape Breton Partnership’s 2024 Investor Summit on October 24, 2024. Tickets for the Investor Summit will go on sale beginning August 15, 2024.

“If you know an individual, business, or entrepreneur that you feel has made a large impact here at home in Unama’ki – Cape Breton, we encourage you to please submit a nomination,” adds Mattheis. “We look forward to recognizing the nominees and winners across many sectors and their contributions in building a thriving future for our Island.”

Only nominations received by 4 p.m. on August 23rd will be considered. For more information or to submit a nomination for the 2024 Economic Impact Awards, visit:  https://capebretonpartnership.com/economic-impact-awards/.

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Media Contact:

Michaela Epifano, Communications and Investor Relations Specialist
Cape Breton Partnership
michaela@capebretonpartnership.com
902-562-0122

(Unama’ki – Cape Breton) – Champions,leaders, and allies in the Health and Safety industry will be recognized at the annual Safety First in Cape Breton Awards, set for Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at the Membertou Trade & Convention Centre at the 2024 Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium.

The awards recognize individuals, businesses and committees who support building a strong culture of occupational health and safety in workplaces across Unama’ki – Cape Breton, and who go above and beyond the call of duty to innovate, continuously improve, and make a difference.

On behalf of the Cape Breton Partnership, event partners at the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration, WCB Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Power, and award sponsor at Protocase, the following Safety First in Cape Breton Award recipients have been recognized for the following awards:

This year’s Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium is set to welcome delegates to the Membertou Trade & Convention Centre for an inspirational day of networking, learning, and finding ways we can all make a difference in making Unama’ki – Cape Breton the safest place to do business. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from industry leaders, visit a trade show, and hear from fascinating keynote speakers, enjoy a panel discussion, and more.

“Congratulations to all of the winners and nominees this year. It’s our pleasure to acknowledge and the good work people are doing to ensure everyone goes home safely at the end of the day,” said Blaise MacNeil, Safety Advisor, Awareness and Outreach with LSI, and Co-Chair of the Safety First in Cape Breton Committee.

The Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium is the only event of its kind in Unama’ki – Cape Breton and is committed to making the Island the safest place to work and do business by prioritizing physical, psychosocial, and mental health of the workforce in our region.

“Thank you to all of those who submitted nominations, and to those who were nominated. We are excited to celebrate all nominees and winners at the Symposium on May 8th,” added Kelly Johnston-Noseworthy, Relationship Manager with WCB Nova Scotia and Co-Chair of the Safety First in Cape Breton Committee.

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Media Contact: 

Carly Appleton
Cape Breton Partnership 
Carly@capebretonpartnership.com
902-562-0122 

About the Cape Breton Partnership:  

The Cape Breton Partnership is Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s private sector-led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our Island as a great place to live, work, and invest; growing a culture that values and celebrates creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship; and connecting entrepreneurs and companies to the resources they need to succeed. 

Unama’ki – Cape Breton, NS – The Safety First in Cape Breton Network is excited to announce that Early Bird Registration is now open for the 2024 Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium, set to take place Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Membertou Trade & Convention Centre from 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

The Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium is made possible thanks to network sponsors and partners, the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration (LSI), Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia (WCB Nova Scotia), the Cape Breton Partnership, and the Safety First Planning committee. The Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium is Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s signature safety event, bringing together a wide variety of employers and workers from all sectors across the Island, united in their pursuit of making Unama’ki – Cape Breton the safest place to work.

“The Cape Breton Partnership is honoured to once again work alongside all partners, sponsors, and volunteers to continue empowering leadership in health and safety, and drive change in continuously improving our workplace cultures so that everyone goes home safely at the end of the day,” said Tyler Mattheis, President & CEO of the Cape Breton Partnership.

This year’s Symposium plans to deliver a full-day of learning, keynote presentations, a panel discussion, and interactive networking opportunities for attendees.

“This year’s Symposium is going to be an insightful and engaging day,” said Blaise MacNeil, Co-Chair of the Safety First in Cape Breton Network, and a member of the Safety Branch Awareness & Outreach team at LSI. “We have two terrific keynote speakers this year, a great panel, and more opportunities for the audience to engage, as we’ve changed the format from previous years.”

The Symposium format, which has always consisted of concurrent breakout sessions with a variety of topics is shifting this year.

“We’ve heard from a lot of attendees in the past that while breakouts were valuable, they missed out on the other topics they were interested in,” said Kelly Johnston-Noseworthy, Co-Chair, and Relationship Manager with WCB Nova Scotia. “By holding everything in one room, attendees will get the opportunity to engage in all of the content of the day, while networking with their peers. We have also added a new component called the Have Your Say Soap Box, which will give attendees an opportunity to sign-up to share a learning or challenge they are facing in their workplace in regards to workplace health and safety to share with the audience or brainstorm.”

Joining the symposium as the Keynote Speakers this year are Jeff Ward, General Manager of Membertou Heritage Park, who will deliver Safety Since time immemorial – Indigenous teachings with a modern day purpose – a Two-Eyed approach to safety, and Impactful Speaker and Leadership Disrupter, Phil Jewell, who will deliver Serve to Lead – a fresh perspective for fostering psychological safety.

The day will also feature a panel discussion about resiliency, and activities and presentations on other relevant topics, such as: Supervisor Training, Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility, Return to Work, and Gradual On-set Stress.  

Don’t miss out on your chance to take advantage of the Early Bird price of $129.99 + tax. This price is only available until April 5, 2024, when prices go up to $159.99 + tax.

As part of the Symposium, the 2024 Safety First in Cape Breton Awards, proudly sponsored by Protocase will be handed out to individuals and organizations who have gone above and beyond to improve their workplace safety culture. If you know of a deserving individual or organization, please consider nominating them for a Safety First in Cape Breton Award. To learn more about the award categories, or to submit a nomination, please visit http://www.safetyfirstcapebreton.com/about-safetyfirstawards. The deadline to submit a nomination is noon on April 26, 2024.

To learn more about the 2024 Safety First in Cape Breton Symposium, to register for early bird, or to participate as a sponsor, trade show exhibitor, or in the Have Your Say Soap Box, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2024-safety-first-in-cape-breton-symposium-tickets-865440705447

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Media Contact: 

Carly Appleton

Cape Breton Partnership 

Carly@capebretonpartnership.com

902-562-0122 

About the Cape Breton Partnership:  

The Cape Breton Partnership is Unama’ki – Cape Breton’s private sector-led economic development organization that supports companies and entrepreneurs by promoting our Island as a great place to live, work, and invest; growing a culture that values and celebrates creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship; and connecting entrepreneurs and companies to the resources they need to succeed.