Sunday mornings I usually take time to catch up on stories I may not have time to read through the week. Thought I would share some that caught my eye this week, maybe you will enjoy them with your Sunday morning coffee as well.
Sweet success: How the Hadhads went from refugees to employers in 1 year – Nova Scotia – CBC News
This is one remarkable story. The support from the community and the country has helped the Hadhad’s Peace by Chocolate become a viable business that is now employing 10 people and looking to expand…after only 1 year! They’ve already said they will never leave Antigonish because of the peace and security they feel there. Now, we just need to get the red tape dealt with so their son can finish his medical degree and our province will have a new doctor, committed to stay.
A Syrian family in Antigonish, N.S., says they’re financially independent on their one-year anniversary in Canada, having made a sweet success of their start-up business.The Hadhads are so successful they now employ 10 people at their small chocolate shop.
Source: Sweet success: How the Hadhads went from refugees to employers in 1 year – Nova Scotia – CBC News
LighthouseNow: Taking advantage of rural talent
A company see’s underemployed, qualified people in rural NS and leverages that with attractive and flexible work environments. One key requirement is good internet service. This is an area that we need support in here. More and more this type of arrangement will become the norm, but with many areas here still lacking in high-speed internet, they will not be able to compete. Kudos to Sales Beacon, now known as Mdina, for recognizing people’s desire to live in rural areas and figuring out how to make it work for them and their company.
Sales Beacon, a Canadian virtual project management company serving information technology companies in the U.S., hopes to shine a light on what it sees as an untapped market of qualified, underemployed people in rural Nova Scotia. And it’s hoping to draw more people into its expanding operations by offering them an attractive and flexible work environment. Sales Beacon’s chief executive officer Cynthia Spraggs said in an interview from Vancouver that there’s “phenomenal talent” in rural areas. “It actua
Source: LighthouseNow: Taking advantage of rural talent
You Could Live Here! 600 Saint Catherines River Road, Port Joli, Nova Scotia
This is a remarkable property, practically on the beach! What a beautiful spot to retire with an extra building that can be used for visitors or as an Airbnb rental. If you’re looking for peace and tranquility, this is what it looks like.
Where Earth meets Heaven. That is the only way to describe this perfect piece of paradise located on Nova Scotia’s beautiful South Shore. This private get-away is nestled in Port Joli Harbour, between the famous Kejimkujik Seaside Adjunct and Thomas Raddall Provincial Park. Because of its incredible location in this bay, you will be able to enjoy peace and tranquility along with calm waters to go on kayaking adventures if you wish! The chalet was built in 2000 and features one bedroom on the main level, along with an open concept living space. Upstairs is a large master bedroom area, complete with a balcony that allows you to take in all of the spectacular views that this property has to offer. In addition to the chalet, there is a great building (24′ x 18′) that could be used as a bunkie for visitors. Whether you are looking for your own getaway, or to purchase a property that has loads of rental income potential, this is a perfect fit!
Source: 600 Saint Catherines River Road, Port Joli Nova Scotia Property Details
This property is listed with Kristopher Snarby of Exit Realty Interlake- Liverpool
Enjoy the day!
