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MEMBERS IN THE NEWS How our members are growing Halifax
ATLANTIC SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY ANNOUNCES NEW FACULTY
MARCO POLO ARRIVAL A NEW MILESTONE FOR PSA HALIFAX PSA Halifax welcomed the largest containerized vessel to Halifax. The CMA CGM Marco Polo adds capacity to a service comprised of 19 ‘ultraclass’ vessels. With a large terminal area, PSA Halifax is the only terminal in Eastern Canada that can accommodate ultra-class vessels. “The arrival of CMA CGM Marco Polo signifies a milestone for PSA Halifax as a team – it is a testament to the terminal’s capabilities and to the recent
delivery of key infrastructure – taking Halifax forward together and recognizing the efficiency and reliability of this deep-water Atlantic hub for our customers,” says Jan van Mossevelde, CEO of PSA Halifax. The maiden call of the CMA CGM Marco Polo is a fitting reminder of the great support that international trade by Halifax has received from across Canada.
NEW ONLINE COURSE OFFERING P4G and TEAM Work Cooperative launched an exciting new program: FUTURE READY New Opportunities. The program’s goal is to connect 20 displaced Nova Scotians from underrepresented groups to meaningful employment after job loss or reduced hours due to COVID-19. Local employers looking to grow their team can put their organizations forward as a potential employer. If matched with a potential jobseeker, there
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are wrap-around supports available including wage subsidies, free or cost-shared workplace accommodations and skills training, and access to professional development, training and education sessions amongst a variety of other things ensuring a successful transition. Check out this video to learn more about the Getting HR Ready for Launch: How to Design and Launch an Impactful Leadership Coaching Program.
BUSINESS VOICE
The Atlantic School of Theology is pleased to announce three tenure-track faculty appointments: Dr. Evangeline Kozitza Dean – Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies; Rev. Dr. Susan MacAlpine-Gillis – Assistant Professor of Pastoral Theology; and Rev. Dr. Andrew O’Neill – who is taking on a half-time tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Pastoral Theology. These three outstanding educators and scholars will help advance AST’s mission of shaping faithful and effective leaders. They will assist in leading AST into the future for years to come. GBBA WELCOMES NEW BOARD The Greater Burnside Business Association (GBBA) welcomed five new Board Member at their Annual General Meeting. GBBA is a volunteer organization that promotes, supports and advocates for businesses and organizations within Burnside Business Park – Canada’s largest industrial park east of Montreal and a major economic driver of the Halifax Regional Municipality. Its mandate is to support the needs of the Greater Burnside Business Community for services, infrastructure and activities that enhance the successful operation and growth of businesses. Through its efforts, the GBBA works to increase the satisfaction of employees in Burnside. Are you launching a new business or product? Celebrating a new partnership? Hired new staff ? The Halifax Chamber invites you to share your Members in the News story in Business Voice. Upload your content here: halifaxchamber.com/business-voice *Note: we do not publish event promotions.
