Join us for Virtual Community Networking, Part 1: Rural Networking 101! Register for this FREE session now to secure your spot: bit.ly/3IKxP3Y #CommunityNetworking #RuralNetworking #VirtualEvent #NetworkingSeries #ConnectLearnGrow

Seeking a job in the Digby area? Check out the upcoming job fair from Nova Scotia Works next week at the Evangeline Mall! #JobFair #Digby #NSWorks

Friday Fact: Did you know the Western Region will host the 2024 Congrès mondiale acadien? Find out more information on the Congrès’ website - bit.ly/43sUHyw

Today we're at Nova Scotia Works Digby's 2024 In-person Job Fair! We're here until 4 p.m., stop by to chat with us about how our programs can help you find your dream job right here in the Western Region! #NSWorks #Digby #JobFair

Friday Fact: Did you know the average work commute in the Western Region is 12.4 minutes? See the areas served by the Western REN below:

Innovative business ideas welcome! If you're looking for training, coaching or a chance to win $50,000 in funding, check out this information from Spark Nova Scotia 2024. Find out more on their website - bit.ly/3DbDQTl

Friday Fact: Did you know the Western REN has an information quiz for employers interested in hiring international workers? Find out more about how international talent can improve your business and take the quiz here - bit.ly/4awFeQG

We're hiring! Western REN is looking for someone to join the team as our Immigration Readiness Coordinator! To learn more about this job opportunity, head on over to bit.ly/3xDAASr It's a great opportunity to join an awesome team

It's Volunteer Week! We wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank everyone who has volunteered to be a Connector in our Connector Program! If you want to learn more or become a Connector, visit our website bit.ly/3tuqtHL

Friday Fact: Did you know there are seven municipal units in the Western Region? The Town of Yarmouth, Municipality of Argyle and Municipality of Yarmouth are currently partnered on their biggest project ever: the expansion of the Yarmouth Mariner’s Centre!

Friday Fact: Did you know 70% of the Western Region’s residents possess a certificate, diploma or degree?

In January, we asked Western Region residents to report their issues with cellular service. After 1390 responses, we have released findings from our Cellular Service Survey. Read the details in the press release on our website bit.ly/3JHZPWq

We have also released an infographic with information from our Cellular Service Survey. Find out more about the next steps for addressing cellular service issues in the Western Region and read the full press release on our website bit.ly/3JHZPWq

Western REN survey shows local cell service issues cjls.com/2024/05/02/744…

Friday Fact: Did you know 95 immigrants landed in Digby/Yarmouth from January to April 2023?

Looking to learn about seafood industry projects? Join the Nova Scotia Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture for the 2024 Minister’s Industry Awards Ceremony, a virtual event taking place this Thursday, May 9, from 1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. Register here bit.ly/3UYpPU5

Join us and our partners for the Welcome to Spring Social coming up later this month! This will be an excellent chance to network and connect with local entrepreneurs and changemakers! Find out more and register on the IGNITE Atlantic website bit.ly/3JOPKXA

Friday Fact: Did you know that in 2023, tourism-related employment in the Western Region surpassed pre-pandemic levels?

Frida Fact: Did you know sales, service jobs, and health-related jobs are the most in-demand in the Western Region?

Join economist and ASBB Economics and Research founder Mani Chakrabarty will host a presentation on the economic state of the region and the effects of high interest rates. This free session will take place on June 4th from 1-2 p.m. at @Ignite Atlantic in Yarmouth.