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Past Events Christmas Social - December 18, 2008 On Thursday, December 18 th, NEIA held its famous Christmas social at the legendary Crow’s Nest. In this unique and inviting atmosphere, NEIA members enjoyed great conversation, scrumptious food, and good ol’ fashioned Christmas cheer. Patrick Martin of DRAY Media won the door prize from Air Labrador, which included two travel vouchers to anywhere Air Labrador flies. Bill Butler of Hi-Point Industries won the second door prize which was a gift card to the Keg (always a great dining spot!) A wonderful time was had by all and we are already looking forward to next year! NEIA thanks its generous 2008 Christmas social sponsors GOLD SILVER
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NEIA “Meet and Greet” Networking Social - October 22nd, 2008 On October 22 nd, 2008, NEIA staff and the Board of Directors came together at the Holiday Inn, St. John’s to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Dave Kiell, NEIA’s new Executive Director. Approximately 40 NEIA members had the opportunity to catch up with other members, in addition to meeting Dave. We are delighted that Dave has joined the NEIA team and look forward to working with him in the coming year. Innovation, Trade and Rural Development (INTRD) Luncheon - September 25th, 2008 At this luncheon, Larry Weatherbie, Director of Fisheries Adjustment and Economic Diversification, provided an overview of the funding programs INTRD offers to new entrepreneurs, private sector enterprises, small and medium-sized businesses and individuals looking to develop a business idea. Mr. Weatherbie outlined the details of each program and how to apply for the necessary funding. Programs reviewed were: · Business and Market Development Program Application forms are available at any office of the Department of Innovation, Trade and Rural Development or at www.gov.nl.ca/intrd. For assistance, call the Trade and Investment Division at 729-2781 or at 1-800-563-2299. City of St. John’s: New Curbside Waste Diversion Programs for 2009 and $56 Million Re-Engineering of Robin Hood Bay Landfill Breakfast - September 18th, 2008 At this revealing breakfast session, NEIA members learned of The City of St. John’s new comprehensive curbside recycling and compost pick-up program (currently being developed and to be unveiled in the winter of 2009), as well as information pertaining to the $56M re-engineering of the Robin Hood Bay Sanitary Landfill. The landfill is to be transformed into a full service Integrated Waste Management Facility to service the Greater Avalon Region. This new site will include a recycling facility, a composting facility, an environmentally sound landfill, a leachate collection system, a methane collection system and a public drop-off area. Construction is ongoing and to date more than $24M has been awarded in construction contracts. The City of St. John’s waste diversion program and the changes in waste management and disposal practices at Robin Hood Bay are a reflection of the targets and goals of the Provincial Waste Management Strategy. Hosted by Shelley Pardy of the City of St. John’s, this breakfast session allowed attendees to gain advance particulars on both the curbside recycling program and the $56M Robin Hood Bay retrofit, and to uncover potential business opportunities. After the session, Ms Pardy had a question and answer segment so that attendees could have their individual questions and concerns addressed. Worker’s Compensation: What You Don’t Know Will Cost You! Luncheon - September 15th, 2008 Workers Compensation issues can be difficult for a company to manage and often cause headaches and confusion. By attending this luncheon, NEIA members learned first hand how to successfully avoid this confusion. Presented by Dallas Mercer of DMC Consulting, this informative luncheon provided valuable insights on how to successfully deal with Workers’ Compensation issues and how not to make mistakes in doing so. Topics covered included: - Knowing what you are paying DMC is a leading health, safety and workplace compensation management service for employers. DMC offers certified courses in topics such as Occupational Health and Safety Committees and Powerline Hazards, customized certificate seminars such as Accident/Incident Investigations and Hazard Recognition and Control, and professional development courses such as Understanding PRIME…It’s Not Over and Understanding Workers’ Compensation…From Legislation to Refunds. For a complete listing of courses and certifications available, please visit www.dmconsulting.ca. NEIA Networking Social - Beachy Cove Café, Portugal Cove On Wednesday, September 10th, a group of NEIA members headed to the splendid Beachy Cove Café in Portugal Cove to enjoy delightful conversation, fabulous food and each other’s company. It was an ideal way to mark the beginning of the fall season. Guests enjoyed sociables on the deck and then proceeded inside where NEIA had booked a block of window tables, for a delicious dinner of their choosing from the menu. The fish and chips meal is especially recommended! Beachy Cove Café has excellent background music, a view of Bell Island and the ferry, and is recommended in “Where to Eat in Canada”. NEIA’s Golf & Barbecue Social, Thursday, August 28th, 2008 On August 28 th, NEIA held its annual Golf and Barbecue social at the Clovelly Golf Course. The weather held out and everyone had a great time. After a day of golfing in the sun, golfers enjoyed a delicious barbecue buffet, music, laughter and good conversation. And as always, a few lucky participants walked away with some fabulous prizes: Official Barbecue Sponsor
Hole Sponsors, Male and Female Winners Nearest to the Hole Sponsor
(Male) Prizes: Clovelly gift certificates Male Winner: Bevin LeDrew, Sikumiut Environmental Management Ltd. team Female Winner: Deidre Puddister, LORAX Environmental Services Ltd. team Straightest Drive Sponsor Prizes: Fersten golf shirts and box each of golf balls Male Winner: Keith Butler Junior, LORAX Environmental Services Ltd. team Female Winner: Eileen Banfield, AMEC Earth and Environmental Limited team Longest Drive Sponsor Prizes: Gift certificates for Get Stuffed restaurant Male Winner: Keith Butler Senior, LORAX Environmental Services Ltd. team Female Winner: Gail Power, AMEC Earth and Environmental Limited team Team Winners First Prize Team: LORAX Environmental Services Ltd. (Tim Horton’s gift certificates) Second Prize Team: Universal Environmental (Empire Theatres gift certificates) There’s Always Next Year! Prize Team: AMEC Earth and Environmental Limited (Canadian Tire gift certificates) Door Prize Winners Door Prize #1: Dozen Coors Light (Molson Canada): Deidre Puddister, LORAX Environmental Services Ltd. Door Prize #2: BAE Newplan Group Limited Techno Lite Vest: Debbie Hutchings, McInnes Cooper Door Prize #3: Newfoundland Power baseball hat, Quality Matters Inc. insulated coffee thermos, 14 Years with the St. John’s Maple Leafs, from Wanda Cuff Young Inc.: Steve Ash, Sikumiut Environmental Management Ltd. team. NEIA sincerely thanks our event sponsors as well as members who contributed door prizes. Members and clients are invited to participate in our next social, “End the Day at Beachy Cove Café”, scheduled for September 10 th at 5:00 in Beachy Cove. See the NEIA website for details: www.neia.org.National Research Council’s (NRC) Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP) Luncheon - May 28, 2008 At this luncheon, renowned Industrial Technology Advisor Bob Robinson provided an overview of the NRC-IRAP program. NRC-IRAP is a national program that assists Canadian Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs). By providing scientific, technical, financial and marketing advisory services to SMEs, NRC-IRAP gives SMEs the tools needed to turn ideas into workable products and services. Participants learned how NRC-IRAP can offer SMEs technical assistance, resources and advice on product design and marketing services, as well as potential financial assistance to support Research and Development activities. Mr. Robinson’s thorough and comprehensive presentation was a boon for entrepreneurs with new business ideas in that it delineated how to turn those ideas into something tangible. Click here for a copy of the presentation (pdf file) Lets Talk Exports Luncheon - May 26, 2008 NEIA was delighted to partner once again with EDC on the Let’s Talk Exports Luncheon featuring Peter Hall, Vice-President and Deputy Chief Economist of EDC. The Global Export Forecast is presented yearly and offers an in-depth analysis of the world economy by sector and by country, drawing out the implications for Canada's economy, exports, interest rates and the dollar. Mr. Hall provided a presentation consisting of information drawn from EDC’s Global Export Forecast, Spring 2008 edition. Over 90 NEIA members attended and took away a clear understanding of the risks and opportunities for their businesses in 2008-2009. Comparing the Canadian economy to a hard-fought chess game, Mr. Hall delivered a revealing and thought provoking presentation. No doubt members will be interested in seeing if his prediction on the future price of oil comes true! Contractor Briefing Session: Goose Bay Remediation Project, 5 Wing Goose Bay - April 25, 2008 The Department of National Defence (DND) and Defence Construction Canada (DCC), in association with NEIA, held a contractor briefing session on Friday, April 25 from 12:00-2:00 pm. This session discussed upcoming requirements and contracting plans for the Goose Bay Remediation Project, 5 Wing Goose Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador. Attendees learned how DCC procures contracts for DND, and how they can take advantage of the booming opportunities becoming available. During the power point presentation, the Atlantic Regional Contracting Manager discussed Merx, Source Lists, and SELECT, as they relate to finding work for the Goose Bay remediation project. Also included in the presentation, was an overview of security requirements and information on how to complete tender documents, etc., for when the projects go out for Tender. Nearly 40 people were in attendance. This thorough and insightful presentation sparked a great question and answer period afterward and was well received by attendees. Click here for a copy of the presentation. AGM, Conference & Trade Show: Green: the Colour of Opportunity in Newfoundland & Labrador - March 6 & 7, 2008 NEIA’s 2008 AGM, Conference and Trade Show - held March 6th and 7th at the Holiday Inn - was a huge success! This year, NEIA focused on climate change and the opportunities in green energy alternatives. The conference featured several prominent speakers, including Honourable Charlene Johnson, Minister of Environment and Conservation, and Honourable Kathy Dunderdale, Minister of Natural Resources. Conference presentations included climate impacts on Newfoundland and Labrador, harnessing ocean energy, brownfield restoration, and how green energy can make buildings more sustainable. Each speaker provided an insightful and informative presentation. Click here for a copy of the full agenda. NEIA thanks all attendees and looks forward to offering another rewarding conference in 2009. Presentations - If you would like a copy of a presentation contact Jennifer Kelly – jennifer@neia.org or 772-3342 Departmental Priorities and Development of Green Energy in Newfoundland and Labrador - Honourable Charlene Johnson, Minister of Environment and Conservation Adaptations to Climate Impacts in Newfoundland and Labrador: Analysis of Threats, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Strengths - Dr. Norm Catto, Department of Geography, MUN Atlantic Opportunities for Ocean Power - Simon Melrose, Oceans Limited Potential for the Big Three in Atlantic Canada: Wind, Tidal and Wave Energy - John Woods, Minas Basin Pulp and Power Wave Energy Studies at College of the North Atlantic, Burin Campus - Dr. Mike Graham, College of the North Atlantic Overview and Importance of Tidal Energy Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Process - Lesley Griffiths, Fundy Tidal Energy Technical Advisory Group for Offshore Energy Environmental Research Association (OEER) The Provincial Energy Plan: Overview and Potential for Green Energy Opportunities - Honourable Kathy Dunderdale, Minister, Department of Natural Resources Innovative Ways to Manage Clean-Up Costs and Limit Environmental Responsibilities - Michael Billowits, Quantum Murray LP Climate Change Solutions: Designing Buildings for Healthy, Sustainable Living - Keith Tufts, Lydon Lynch Architects Sustainable Housing and Communities in Newfoundland and Labrador - Dr. Robert Mellin, McGill University Event Sponsors Gold Silver Coffee Break Sponsor |
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