New & Noted

We welcome our new Chamber members

BLK WOMEN IN EXCELLENCE Shantia Upshaw

Halifax, NS (902) 402-9158 blkwomeninexcellence@gmail.com BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Bus. Service Centres

BLUSH DECOR PARTY DESIGNS & GIFTS

Blush Decor was founded in January 2020, with a goal to keep families connected through celebrating, even in a pandemic, because milestones are just not canceled. We offer two categories of service: Premium Balloon Styling (for birthday celebrations, corporate functions, seasonal decor, and weddings) and Gift Deliveries (personalized balloon bouquets, curated gift boxes, and signature florals). Our signature gift service boasts a click-anddrop same-day service right to your doorstep. We are proudly the 1st balloon Styling / Gift delivery company to open its doors in Halifax.

Tanisha Asphall-Brown

Halifax, NS (902) 580-7831 tasphallbrown@yahoo.com blushdecor.caii EVENTS - Event Decor/Party Supplies

BMI LTD.

BMI Ltd. is based in Bridgewater, NS and provides the necessary services to our business partners that allow them to focus on their core operations. BMI Ltd. has a unique facet of divisions in Staffing Solutions, Recycling and Waste Management, Metal Fabrication and Repair, as well as Wood Pallet, Container and Crating Services.

Martin Balcome

Bridgewater, NS (902) 543-2446 martin.balcome@bmiltd.ca bmiltd.ca INDUSTRIAL & MANUFACTURING - Manufacture/Process

BOXES FOR LESS

Having owned a moving company for 10 years, we heard over and over about the expense and difficulty of finding good boxes at a reasonable price. So we decided to open a packing supply company that offers low price used boxes and new packing materials, and Boxes for Less was born!

Lisa Poole

900 Windmill Rd Suite 111 Dartmouth, NS (782) 777-0088 boxesboxes2020@gmail.com SHOPPING & SPECIALTY RETAIL - Retail (General)

BRIGHT LINE CPA INC.

Bright Line lays the foundation, you build the empire. Accountants are no longer just in the background of your organization crunching the numbers. Sure, number crunching is still a big part of the job, but our profession has evolved so that we are working closely with business owners to contextualize those numbers and use them to make impactful business decisions. Strategic thinking, building relationships, and business acumen are the pillars of the new CPA profession.

Michael Brown Dartmouth, NS (902) 209-9278 michael@brightlinecpa.ca brightlinecpa.ca FINANCE & INSURANCE - Accounting

BRYTOR INTERNATIONAL MOVING

We are the global relocation specialists, backed by years of industry experience. Whether you are a company organizing an employee's transfer or an individual requiring relocation assistance for you and your family - our team of experts will ensure your experience is simple, seamless and worry free, no matter where you are in the world.

Mark Thompson

130 John Savage Ave Dartmouth, NS (902) 707-4460 mark@ims.brytor.ca brytor.ca TRANSPORTATION - Logistics

CAFMOTEL TECHNOLOGIES INC. Rohit Wanchoo

Hammonds Plain, NS (902) 441-2385 rohit@cafmotel.com cafmotel.com COMPUTERS, IT & TECHNOLOGY - Computer Software

CARLOS JIMENEZ - SUN LIFE FINANCIAL - FINANCIAL SERVICES

It all starts with a conversation. Our team at Sun Life helps families, business owners, and professionals by providing solutions for tax minimization, investment management, and insurance protection with the objective of achieving complete financial peace of mind. Sun Life Financial in Atlantic Canada helps clients with solutions for those passionate about finance and mentoring ambitious individuals interested in building a career in wealth management.

Carlos Jimenez

Halifax, NS (647) 895-1891 carlos.jimenez@sunlife.com linkedin.com/in/carlosjimenez10/ FINANCE & INSURANCE - Financial/ Insurance Services

DARLENE POMROY - STUDENT MEMBER, NSCC Darlene Pomroy

Lower Sackville, NS darlenepomroy@hotmail.com OTHER - Student Member

GEO'S RESTAURANT & PIZZERIA

Geo's Pizzeria, a neighborhood restaurant that recently revealed its brand new Logo! Geo's menu features wide range of exceptional cuisine, including pizza, power bowls, Authentic Mediterranean dishes, and more. All prepared with utmost attention to quality, flavour, and presentation. Stop by for a bite, a drink, or try Geo's exceptional catering services.

Suzana Toulany

202 Brownlow Ave 570 Dartmouth, NS (902) 404-0808 Suzana@geospizzeria.com geospizzeria.com RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE - Catering/Food/Drink

GINA MELANSON - RETIRED MEMBER Gina Melanson

Lower Sackville, NS (902) 497-4021 gina@ascendantBookkeeping.com OTHER - Retired Member

GOLOCALQUOTE

Receive Local Quotes from consumers in your area. You are a skilled expert at what you do, but not necessarily an expert at marketing and generating client leads – let us help. Become a member of GoLocal Quote – create your business account in 2 steps. What does membership get you? Leads to new jobs in your community. We are looking for people with expertise and skills, as well as people who are friendly and professional. But don’t worry, you can set your schedule and still be your own boss, we are just matching you with local leads.

Colin Sutherland

Fall River, NS (416) 452-2166 cpsutherland@gmail.com GoLocalquote.com ADVERTISING, PR & MEDIA - Advertising

GRAPHITE INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGIES INC

GIT is a leading Canadian materials engineering firm focused on delivering disruptive uses for graphene technologies. GIT supplies the world's most sustainable marine coatings to the maritime transportation sector, helping ship operators to reduce fuel consumption and operational costs.

Kyle Burton

Bay#3, 1 Research Dr Dartmouth, NS (902) 817-1010 kburton@grapheneenterprise.ca grapheneenterprise.ca INDUSTRIAL & MANUFACTURING - Chemicals

HALIFAX BLOGGERS MEDIA

Our flagship publication is Halifax Bloggers, an online magazine featuring local content from Nova Scotia bloggers and contributors, and promoting events of interest to our dedicated readers. We also publish the Local Wishlist, Nova Scotia’s annual buy-local gift guide, with hundreds of locally-made gifts from independent businesses across our province.

Kate Kirkpatrick

Halifax, NS localwishlist@halifaxbloggers.ca halifaxbloggers.ca

HAYDEN EHLER - STUDENT MEMBER, DAL Hayden Ehler

Halifax, NS hayden.ehler@gmail.com hightidetech.ca OTHER - Student Member

IPLUME WRITING INC. Amanda Rogers

31 Morall Court Hammonds Plains, NS (902) 880-5107 iplumewriting@gmail.com iplumewriting.com BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Writing

IRIS LINGUISTIC AGENCIES Yoko Irisawa

Halifax, NS (902) 222-7772 learnjapanese.halifax@gmail.com yokosojapanese.com EDUCATION & PROF. DEVELOPMENT - Education/Schools

JAMES GAUDET DESIGNS

James Gaudet is a freelance graphic designer / digital marketing specialist in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Specializing in branding, content creation & distribution (paid & organic social media management) and website design, James is able to help businesses effectively communicate and grow their digital presence through the use of modern techniques. Working with a small team of talented professionals allows JG to help take his clients further, be adventurous and challenge each other to think differently, dig deeper, take bigger chances and reap bigger rewards. Whether you’re an individual, a nonprofit organization, a small business or a large corporation, we approach each of our graphic design projects with the same amount of energy, commitment and expertise.

James Gaudet

Halifax, NS (902) 802-6729 hello@jgaudetdesigns.ca jgaudetdesigns.ca ADVERTISING, PR & MEDIA - Graphic Design

JULIA CANN - STUDENT MEMBER, NSCC Julia Cann

Halifax, NS julia.cann26@gmail.com OTHER - Student Member

LISA LACHANCE - HALIFAX CITADEL-SABLE ISLAND, MLA Lisa Lachance

5516 Spring Garden Rd Suite 304 Halifax, NS (902) 220-3021 lisalachancemla@gmail.com GOVERNMENT - Government

LOLA DOUCET BARRISTER AND SOLICITOR INC. lola doucet

647 Bedford Highway Suite 101 Bedford, NS (902) 832-5126 lola.doucet@ns.sympatico.ca BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Law

LUCKY DOG GROOMING Jaime Campbell

Upper Tantallon, NS (902) 483-7396 jaibona@gmail.com PETS & VETERINARIAN - Animal Care/Veterinarian

MACGILLIVRAY INJURY AND INSURANCE LAW

When you have been injured in an accident, or have been denied or cut-off from your insurance benefits, your world can feel like it is beginning to crumble. The lawyers at MacGillivray Injury and Insurance Law help those injured at the fault of another by fighting back against insurance companies when their clients cannot. With more than 25 years of experience, MacGillivray Law has helped clients receive fair compensation from insurance companies. From slip and fall injury claims to serious product defects, sexual abuse, fatal injuries, fire loss, motor vehicle accidents, Long Term Disability and Canada Pension Plan Disability denials, MacGillivray Law has fought for our clients’ right to fair compensation.

Kenneth Ross

5777 West St Halifax, NS (902) 404-3239 kross@macgillivraylaw.com macgillivraylaw.com BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Law

MAPLE REINDERS CONSTRUCTORS LTD

Maple Reinders is an innovative construction firm specializing in industrial, commercial, institutional and residential facilities, municipal infrastructure and environmental projects. With offices in Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia and now Nova Scotia, Maple Reinders provides end-to-end services from design, construction, and management, to on-going maintenance and operations.

Ken Smyth

37 Evergreen Place Granite Cove Drive Halifax, NS (902) 240-4107 kens@maple.ca maple.ca BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Consulting (General)

MARA CONSULTING Trevor Cook

2000 Barrington St Suite 1304 Cogswell Tower Halifax, NS (902) 492-6894 trevorcook@maraconsulting.ca maraconsulting.ca BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Management Consulting

NATURAL BUTTER BAR

Butter Bar was created to help people learn how to use the finest all-natural ingredients to make their skin and hair look their best. With our assortment of products, you can give your skin and hair exactly what it’s been craving. Butter Bar has something for everyone.

Tiffani Young

Dartmouth, NS (902) 402-5214 tiffani@naturalbutterbar.com naturalbutterbar.com PERSONAL CARE & SERVICES - Personal Care

NOVASPEC HOME INSPECTION SERVICES LTD. Alex Jacobsen

Bedford, NS (902) 802-9468 alex@novaspec.ca novaspec.ca REAL ESTATE/CONSTRUCTION - Inspection Services

ODOOTEC CANADA Hesham Elmahdy

Bedford, NS (902) 809-5507 hfm@odootec.ca odootec.ca COMPUTERS, IT & TECHNOLOGY - Software Consulting

PERFECTPASS CONTROL SYSTEMS INC Gary Allen

14 Trider Cres Dartmouth, NS 902-468-2150 gkallen@eastlink.ca perfectpass.com INDUSTRIAL & MANUFACTURING - Industrial Sales

POPULAR DEMAND PICTURES, INC.

Popular Demand Pictures, Inc. is a national award-winning film and television production company based in Halifax from founded by Jon Mann. With a focus on authentic, intimate storytelling, we bring local talent and brands to the national stage.

Jon Mann

Halifax, NS (902) 329-0507 jon@populardemandpictures.ca ARTS, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT - Film/Television

PRECISION PILATES STUDIO Cara Hazelton

827 Bedford Highway Suite 101A Halifax, NS (902) 220-4091 office@frederictonpilates.com halifaxpilates.com SPORTS & RECREATION - Yoga

PUPPETBRUSH DIGITAL MARKETING SOLUTIONS Kazi Masum

Halifax, NS (902) 293-7933 info@puppetbrush.com puppetbrush.com ADVERTISING, PR & MEDIA - Internet Marketing

R STUDIOS FITNESS

Rstudios is HRM's most unique brand of boutique fitness studios featuring FIVE locations that specialize in group fitness. Classes include pilates, strength training, spin, hot yoga and pilates, boxing and more. With locations spread across HRM and an all inclusive membership, RStudios offers the best value, best variety, and features Halifax's top

instructors and unique class concepts. Check them out with a 2 week intro for $49.

Connie McInnes

1515 Dresden Row Halifax, NS (902) 210-3659 connie@rstudios.co rstudios.co HEALTH CARE - Health and Wellness

REGIONAL INDEPENDENT STUDENTS ASSOCIATION

RISA’s main goal is education and teaching life skills, dealing with behavioral issues, abuse, mental health, addictions, and general life skills with the overall goal of helping at-risk youth be productive members of society. RISA has two homes, Edwards House (6 Males) and Brockwell house (8 Females) RISA is open 365 days a year 24 hours a day.

Lesley Davidson

Dartmouth, NS (902) 466-0249 brockwellhouse@eastlink.ca risayouth.org/ NOT-FOR-PROFIT GROUPS - Charitable Organizations

RESTORATIVE APPROACH

Restorative Approach offers restorative conflict mediation and educational workshops to organizations and individuals. We guide you through a positive and restorative approach to conflict and support you in learning how to embody a restorative lens at work and at home. We work with you at every turn to nurture and create healthy, connected communities. Founder Shila also offers consulting and coaching for leaders needing support in times of difficulty and change.

Shila LeBlanc

Halifax, NS shila@restorativeapproach.ca restorativeapproach.ca BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Business Consulting

ROSWALL DEVELOPMENT INC

We develop clean, renewable energy for everyone. The leadership team at Roswall Development have been on the front lines of the significant energy transition that has taken place in Nova Scotia over the past decade. Together, we’re working to empower regions, industries, and public institutions to become energy self-sufficient.

Daniel Roscoe

397 Bedford Highway 3rd Floor Halifax, NS (902) 489-6787 dan@roswall.ca roswall.ca ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT - Energy/Natural Resources

SANDRA BREWER (SCRIVEN) - INDIVIDUAL MEMBER

An accomplished Operations Manager with 25+ years’ experience in the Financial Planning Industry. Throughout her career she has represented one of the top Financial Planning companies in Canada with professionalism and excellence. A true team player, working closely with Financial Planners and their teams, Sandra was committed to the qualify, growth & progress of the company. Her personal interests include golf, travelling & hiking.

Sandra Brewer (Scriven)

Hammonds Plains, NS 902-402-9335 mnb2@accesswave.ca linkedin.com/in/sandra-brewerscriven-30225052/ OTHER - Individual Member

SECURITAS CANADA LIMITED

Securitas is a full line security provider. We are the world’s largest security (only) company and have brick and mortar offices in every major city. I work for the mobile guarding division and we cater to business’ who need security, but do not require dedicated service. Mobile Guarding’s around-the-clock services include patrol inspections, alarm response, and technology solutions. Mobile Guarding provides you with a professional and persuasive security presence that is customized to address your unique concerns and to align with your budget.

Vince DiCarlo

(902) 580-2854 vincent.dicarlo@securitas.ca securitas.ca SAFETY & SECURITY - Security

SHORELINE IMMIGRATION INC.

Shoreline Immigration is an accredited consulting company focused on supporting newcomers’ journey to Atlantic Canada through work and study, as well as employer’s seeking overseas talent to fill labour shortages. Owner and founder, Katie Enman, is a licensed consultant and member in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) as well as a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants (CAPIC).

Katie Enman

1459 Hollis St. Unit 302A Halifax, NS (902) 221-4645 katie@shorelineimmigration.ca shorelineimmigration.ca BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Immigration

SHORTSTOP

Shortstop was founded in 2021 out of a love for the marketing game, but not how it’s played. Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, we are an independent creative agency for brands who believe there’s no “i” in creatvty and busness.

Peter Woodward

Dartmouth, NS (902) 401-4267 peter@shortstop.agency shortstop.agency ADVERTISING, PR & MEDIA - Advertising

SKYLINE GROUP OF COMPANIES Amy Tollefson

5 Douglas St Guelph, ON (519) 826-0439 atollefson@skylinegrp.ca skylinegroupofcompanies.ca REAL ESTATE/CONSTRUCTION - Property Management

STORAGE INN - STANLEY ST

Our NEW locally owned and operated, solar powered, state-of-the-art facility is now open in North End Halifax! Storage Inn - The Stanley also boasts a drive through loading and unloading bay area, convenient in any weather.

Dianne Hussey

6071 Stanley St Halifax, NS (902) 446-2727 dhussey@storageinn.ca storageinn.ca BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Rentals/Sales/Service

TEMI BAKES Temi Ologbenla

Halifax, NS contact@temibakes.com temibakes.com RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE - Bakery

THE DEI HUB CONSULTING

The DEI Hub provides our clients with experienced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion consultants and training that works. By providing organizations with the right tools and knowledge based on evidence-based practices, we help organizations identify and remove barriers to inclusion within their workspaces, thereby creating environments where every employee can thrive.

Roxanne Sarrazin

Halifax, NS (902) 580-1861 roxanne@thedeihubconsulting.com thedeihubconsulting.com BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Business Consulting

THE LEMONADE GENERAL STORE LTD. Sarah Arsenault

5525 Young Street Halifax, NS (902) 455-1012 Sarah@thelemonade.ca lemonadegeneral.com RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE - Catering/Food/Drink

TRANSWORLD BUSINESS ADVISORS OF ATLANTIC CANADA

In today's economy, there are more people looking to buy and sell businesses than ever before. When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can't just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisors focus on three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development.

Jamison Bowser

647 Bedford Hwy Unit 101 Halifax, NS (902) 444-7355 jbowser@tworld.com tworld.com/locations/atlanticcanada/ BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Business Brokers

TURPLE COMMUNICATIONS INC.

Turple Communications provides safety, security, and efficiency through cutting edge technology. Utilizing technology that protects your business and ensures you are set-up for efficient scalable growth that is aligned with your overall company vision, our team is committed to providing a superior customer experience.

Greg Turple

198 Portland St Dartmouth, NS 1-866-234-3843 rose@turplecommunications.com turplecommunications.com SAFETY & SECURITY - Security Consulting

VIRTUSA CONSULTING SERVICES PRIVATE LTD

Virtusa Corporation is a leading global provider of digital business strategy, digital engineering, and information technology (IT) services and solutions. Through our award-winning Digital Transformation Studio (DTS), we help Forbes Global 2000 companies and other world-renowned brands accelerate their cloud transformation initiatives, digital performance and business growth in banking, financial services, insurance, healthcare, communications, media, travel, manufacturing, and technology.

Eujish Selvaraj

1701 Hollis St Suite 800 Halifax, NS (647) 564-4222 eselvaraj@virtusa.com virtusa.com FINANCE & INSURANCE - Financial/ Insurance Services

WILLFUL

Willful is the easiest way for Canadians to create their last will and testament and power of attorney documents online - no lawyer required! Willful has helped over tens of thousands of Canadians create their legal wills and estate planning documents since launching in 2017. Willful has partnered with a team of estate lawyers across the country so you can feel confident that your documents are legal and reflect your wishes.

Joe Fitzpatrick

Halifax, NS (647) 261-3439 joe@willful.co willful.co BUSINESS & PROF. SERVICES - Law

XPLORNET ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS Donna Sagin

Halifax, NS (855) 638-7381 dsagin@corp.xplornet.com Enterprise.xplornet.com COMPUTERS, IT & TECHNOLOGY - Internet Provider

Are you a new member?

To submit your 50-word description for New & Noted, please contact Mandi Bowser, Administrative Specialist at mandi@halifaxchamber.com or 902-468-7111 within the first six months of membership.