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Nova Scotia Communities Honoured with Provincial
Awards
Halifax, NS (November 30, 2012) -
The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) honoured the 2012
Communities in Bloom Program participants at an Awards Presentation during the
Tourism Summit in Halifax. The awards were presented on November 27
at the World Trade and Convention Centre in recognition of the ongoing
commitment to beautification, environmental awareness, volunteer involvement and
heritage conservation by a number of Nova
Scotia communities. Participating
Communities spend the spring and summer months preparing for late summer
judging. Judges evaluate the communities on several criteria and award up
to 5 “Bloom” ratings to each community.
The 2012 Awards were presented
to: The Community of Elmsdale who received a 4 Bloom Rating in the
1001-3000 population category and the Town of Windsor who received a 5 Bloom rating in the
3001-5000 population category. Other 2012 non-competitive participants
included: the Towns of Louisbourg, Pugwash, and Stellarton.
“Communities in Bloom is an important
program for all regions of the province and provides an opportunity for local
residents to improve the beauty of their communities and enhance local
pride,” states Scott MacAulay, TIANS Chair. “This
program exemplifies true volunteerism and is having a significant
impact for the province as a whole,” says MacAulay.
TIANS is the provincial coordinator
for Nova Scotia Communities in Bloom, a volunteer-based, non-profit
organization started in 1994. TIANS is committed to representing the best
interests of the Industry; enhancing and supporting the development of a
competitive business environment; advocating on issues critical to the Industry's
success; and most importantly, leading Nova Scotia's most promising economic
sector.
Nova Scotia Communities are in Bloom Halifax, NS (August 9, 2012) - The 2012 Communities in Bloom (CIB) Program is in full swing this summer in Nova Scotia. Communities in Bloom is a national program that fosters civic pride, environmental responsibility and beautification through community participation. Five Nova Scotia communities from across the province have been spending the spring and early summer months preparing to participate in this year’s program. This week, CIB judges are set to visit Windsor (August 9) and Elmsdale (August 10). Interestingly, both of the 2012 competitive entries are from Hants County; one in the east and one in the west. Communities are awarded up to 5 “Blooms” based on a number of evaluation criteria. Provincial results will be announced at a recognition event held this fall, during the 2012 Tourism Summit in Halifax. Other 2012 CIB communities include Louisbourg, Pugwash and Stellarton. “The Communities in Bloom program is a great example of what can be achieved when volunteers, committee members and municipal representatives come together with a common goal,” says Scott MacAulay, Chairman of TIANS. “It creates the opportunity to showcase our beautiful province and recognize the dedication and commitment put forth by so many hard working individuals,” says MacAulay. TIANS is the provincial coordinator for Nova Scotia Communities in Bloom, a volunteer-based, non-profit organization started in 1994. TIANS mandate is to lead, support, represent and enhance Nova Scotia’s tourism industry. 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 this goal, TIANS works closely with many partners, regional and sector associations and all levels of government.
Elmsdale wins national CN EcoConnexion funding award MONTREAL, Sept. 6, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - CN today announced the successful candidates for its 2012 From the Ground Up program. Of the 72 applications received in this, the program's inaugural year, 25 communities were selected to receive grants of up to $25,000 each. The program's objective is to promote the greening of municipal properties across Canada, especially areas in close proximity to rail lines. CN EcoConnexions, with its partners Tree Canada and Communities in Bloom, will help Canadian municipalities establish tree planting initiatives in a sustainable, environmentally responsible manner. "CN's comprehensive sustainability agenda goes beyond making our own operations as fuel efficient and environmentally friendly as possible. We also aim to support sustainability initiatives in the communities we serve," said Claude Mongeau, president and chief executive officer of CN. "The From the Ground Up program is an important part of this effort, and we are thrilled with the community response. The program received high-quality submissions from large and small communities across Canada. We were so impressed with the submissions that we decided to triple the funding for this year's program." CN had originally set aside $150,000 to fund this community tree planting program this year. Given the overwhelming response, the funding was increased to just over $500,000 to be distributed amongst the top 25 applicants. Successful candidates were chosen on the basis of rigorous selection criteria designed and overseen by CN's program partners, Tree Canada and Communities in Bloom. The two organizations rated each application on those criteria and presented a ranked list of programs to CN. CN then selected final candidates from the top-ranked communities. "CN recognizes the difficult choices our partners had to make, from so many deserving applications," said Mongeau. "We thank them for their wise counsel and for the excellent job they did in reaching out to Canadian communities to attract such a large number of applications." Tree planting will begin in the fall in each of the selected communities. The work will be guided and supported by Communities in Bloom and Tree Canada to ensure the long-term viability of each project. "Communities in Bloom is looking forward to working with the communities to help them achieve our common goal of enhancing their green spaces for the betterment of our environment" said Raymond Carrière, Founding President of Communities in Bloom. "These CN From the Ground Up projects will be another demonstration of the social, environmental and economical benefits of green spaces." The CN EcoConnexions From the Ground Up program is now accepting applications for spring 2013 community tree plantings. The goal is to extend plantings to more locations across Canada, again with the assistance of the program partners. "CN has led the way in connecting Canadians for close to a century," says Tree Canada President Michael Rosen. "Through opportunities like From the Ground Up, CN is helping municipalities and First Nations communities improve our national landscape for future generations to enjoy. Tree Canada is honoured to be a part of this fantastic initiative."
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Windsor Waterfront Wins a Visit from the Irving Energy Clean Team for July 24 Windsor, NS (July 6, 2012) - Windsor Communities in Bloom and Irving Energy are excited to announce that the historic waterfront of Lake Pesaquid in downtown Windsor is Nova Scotia’s winner in the Irving Energy Clean Team Contest. Over a dozen locations throughout the province entered online to win a half day of clean up services from a team of 25 Irving employees. The waterfront was chosen after a month of online voting with the winning locations announced in each of the Atlantic Provinces in mid June. The Clean Up takes places Tuesday, July 24. Between 10 am and 1 pm, 25 Irving employees will be along the waterfront picking up trash, raking the gravel path, weeding and pruning rose hedges and providing a fresh coat of paint to some of our picnic tables. Community members and groups are encouraged to sign up to help. Lunch will be provided to all volunteers and participants will have a chance to win one of several $100 Irving gas cards to be raffled. Clean Up volunteers can register online at www.irvingenergy.com/join-clean-team. Already, staff and members of the Pisiquid Canoe Club have registered to help out on July 24, and several individuals who voted online have since registered to help out, too.
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For immediate distribution Nova Scotia Communities in Bloom recognized at Provincial Awards Halifax, NS (November 30, 2011) - The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia honoured the 2011 Communities in Bloom Program participants at an Awards Presentation during the Tourism Summit in Halifax. The awards were presented on November 29 at the World Trade and Convention Centre in recognition of the ongoing commitment to beautification, environmental awareness, volunteer involvement and heritage conservation. Participating Communities spend the spring and summer months preparing for late summer judging. Judges evaluate the communities on several criteria and award up to 5 “Bloom” ratings to each community. The 2011 Awards were presented to: Louisbourg, 5 Blooms, in the 1-1000 population category and Trenton, 5 Blooms, in the 1001 - 3000 population category. Other 2011 non-competitive participants include: Baddeck, Oxford, Stellarton. “The Communities in Bloom Recognition Awards is an opportunity to showcase our beautiful province and to recognize the dedication and commitment of the many volunteers,” states Danny Bartlett, TIANS Chair. “It is a great chance to publicly thank our participating Nova Scotia communities for their ongoing efforts in this program.” TIANS is the provincial coordinator for Nova Scotia Communities in Bloom, a volunteer-based, non-profit organization started in 1994. TIANS mandate is to lead, support, represent and enhance Nova Scotia’s tourism industry. 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 this goal, TIANS works closely with many partners, regional and sector associations and all levels of government.
Nova Scotia Communities in Bloom recognized at Provincial Awards Halifax, NS (November 2, 2010) - The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia honoured the 2010 Communities in Bloom Program participants at an Awards Presentation during the National Communities in Bloom Presentations in Halifax. The awards were presented on October 30 at the Rebecca Cohn Auditorium in recognition of the ongoing commitment to beautification, environmental awareness, volunteer involvement and heritage conservation. Participating Communities spend the spring and summer months preparing for late summer judging. Judges evaluate the communities on several criteria and award up to 5 “Bloom” ratings to each community. The 2010 Awards were presented to: Louisbourg, 4 Blooms, in the 1001 to 3000 population category; Stellarton, 5 Blooms, in the 3001- 5000 population category and Truro, 4 Blooms, in the over 10,000 population category. Other 2010 non-competitive participants include: Baddeck, Oxford, Parrsboro, and Pugwash. “The Communities in Bloom Recognition Awards allows us to celebrate not only the success of the program but also the dedication, commitment and loyalty of the many committee members and volunteers,” states Danny Bartlett, TIANS Chair. “It is an opportunity to thank our provincial participants for their exemplary efforts in enhancing Nova Scotia’s image.” TIANS is the provincial coordinator for Nova Scotia Communities in Bloom, a volunteer-based, non-profit organization started in 1994. TIANS mandate is to lead, support, represent and enhance Nova Scotia’s tourism industry. 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 this goal, TIANS works closely with many partners, regional and sector associations and all levels of government.
Communities in Bloom: Antigonish Gardeners Tops
(The Chronicle Herald October 9, 2009)
The town of Antigonish has Canada’s best bunch of gardeners, according to the judges from the national Communities in Bloom organization.
The town received the Scotts Best Community of Gardeners Award at the 15th national awards ceremony held last Saturday in Vaughan, Ont. Antigonish also received five blooms for its floral arrangements on Main Street in a non-competitive assessment.
The number of blooms signifies levels of achievement in Communities in Bloom, a non-profit group that seeks to promote beautification and green spaces. Five is the highest number the organization awards.
Other Nova Scotia communities that received five blooms within their population categories include Halifax Regional Municipality for its Navigator Project, New Glasgow for its planning and Baddeck for its flight of the Silver Dart.
Yarmouth, Tatamagouche and Maritime Forces Atlantic each received four blooms for their projects.
Nova Scotia’s Communities in Bloom receive top honours at awards ceremony
Halifax, NS (September 23, 2008) – The Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) as the provincial coordinator of Communities in Bloom, congratulates the towns of Annapolis Royal and Antigonish for their recognition at the 2008 Communities in Bloom National Awards Ceremonies held in Lethbridge, Alberta.
Hundreds of representatives from more than 80 Canadian communities were in attendance at the September 20 Awards Ceremony. Annapolis Royal took International top honours in the Small Town category, competing against renowned international destinations. The Town of Antigonish was awarded top National honours in their population category of 3,001 to 5,000.
Other 2008 National finalists included: Halifax Regional Municipality, Amherst, New Glasgow, Baddeck and Pugwash. Maritime Forces Atlantic also received recognition for its landscaped entrance. Over 120 communities participated in the 2008 Communities in Bloom National program.
“These awards recognize the value of successful partnerships between community volunteers and community representatives which can result in the beautification of towns and villages across Nova Scotia,” says Danny Morton, TIANS Chair. “Participation in programs such as Communities in Bloom leads to increased civic pride which enhances the experience for residents and visitors alike.”
Communities in Bloom, (www.communitiesinbloom.ca) is a national volunteer-based, non-profit organization started in 1994. In Nova Scotia, TIANS acts as the Communities in Bloom provincial coordinator. TIANS mandate is to lead, support, represent and enhance Nova Scotia’s tourism industry. As the provincial advocate for the Nova Scotia tourism industry, TIANS strives to enhance the industry's competitiveness and prosperity through increased professionalism and product development. In accomplishing this goal, TIANS works closely with many partners, regional and sector associations and all levels of government.
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