October 14, 2021

Dear Industry Partner,

This year, TIANS embraced technology and the ability to meet with our Membership electronically. We thank everyone who took part in our 2021 Virtual AGM on October 6th.  Premier Houston joined us online, providing Opening Remarks in advance of the business meeting.  TIANS 2021/2022 Board of Directors was presented for acceptance at the AGM.  We are pleased to welcome Wes Surrett, General Manager, Pictou Lodge Beach Resort, as the new TIANS Chair, and we thank outgoing Chair, Judy Saunders, for her great leadership over the past four years.   

Staying in the virtual realm, we have just confirmed the date for a Keynote Address by General (Ret'd) Rick Hillier, Former Chief of the Defense Staff of the Canadian Forces.  On Tuesday, November 16 at 1PM General Hillier will present on Leadership in a Post-COVID Era.  Additional details and registration link coming soon.

With the recent shift into Phase 5 of the provincial re-opening and the new requirement for Proof of Vaccine, TIANS continues to respond to Industry needs.  TOMORROW, October 15th, we will be hosting a second Webinar with Ron Pizzo from Law Firm Pink Larkin.  Join us, as Ron will provide information and answer questions around the POV and developing your own policies.

Staffing shortages continue to challenge tourism employers and we all need to do things differently. On October 19th we are hosting an informational webinar with Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia - "Attracting and Recruiting Newcomer Talent."  Also on the labour front, Tourism HR Canada is hosting a webinar on November 4, outlining the ins and outs of the new Propel, Work Placement Program, with Wage Subsidy for Employers.

As we continue to rebuild and reshape the Tourism Sector in Nova Scotia, TIANS is here for you. The Tourism Reactivation for Industry (TRI) program provides you access to Industry expertise  - view TRI Information and inquiry forms here and on TourismStrong.

Contact our helpdesk for any assistance you may need as we navigate through these unprecedent times - 902.423.4480 or tians@tians.ca.  We thank you for your ongoing support and commitment. 

Stay Well. Stay Tourism Strong.
The TIANS Team

TOURISM INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA
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SAVE THE DATE - VIRTUAL KEYNOTE ADDRESS

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 at 1PM

Registration opens soon. Details to follow. Presented by TIANS. 

UPCOMING WEBINARS & WORKSHOP 

Vaccine Policy Creation

With Lawyer Ron Pizzo from Halifax Law Firm Pink Larkin
Friday, October 15 at 2 pm Register Here

As many businesses work to create their own mandatory staff vaccination rules, they're understandably looking for guidance with how to best proceed. Ron will outline the latest government health order - explaining how it can be used when creating your own policy - while also understanding that the proof of vaccination requirement is the law in NS under the Health Protection Act Order issued by the Chief Medical Officer of Health.

Attracting and Recruiting Newcomer Talent

Tuesday, Oct. 19 9-10:15 am Register Here

ISANS Workplace Culture Program staff will discuss how to best attract and recruit possible employees from Nova Scotia's many diverse and talented immigrant groups. Examining barriers that interfere with the onboarding, retaining, recruiting, and interviewing of immigrant and newcomer talent and proposing solutions. The presentation will take approximately 1 hour, with an additional 15 minutes allocated for questions.

The Nova Scotia Tourism Human Resource Council is offering a Virtual Mental Health Workshop

Rebuilding our Resilience Join us on October 21 from 9am-12pm  
To register, please confirm your attendance by October 14 by email: lynn@tourism.ca

Facilitators Elizabeth Baker and Glenn Rodgers with the Canadian Mental Health Association Nova Scotia Branch, will offer tips and techniques for anyone looking to manage stress, build their coping skills and learn to thrive. During the three hour virtual workshop, a variety of topics will be discussed: problem-solving, communication skills, conflict management, understanding triggers, boundaries, goal setting. rebuilding healthy social connections.

TOURISM HR CANADA - WORKPLACEMENT PROGRAM

Propel Student Work Placement Program Information Webinar

Propel offers tourism and hospitality employers access to up to $7,500 in wage subsidies when they hire a post-secondary student for work-integrated learning: an internship, a co-op placement, a work experience placement, and more. Students gain paid hands-on learning and mentoring in their field of study. Employers acquire much-needed early talent to help with the recovery of the industry, as well as assistance with wages after an 18-month stretch of little or no income. Post-secondary institutions complement their programming by connecting students and the workplace.

Join this one-hour virtual session to learn:
• What work-integrated learning is, why it matters, and how it can benefit your business
• Who qualifies for the Propel program
• Where to post a job
• How to apply for a wage subsidy
• What information you’ll need
• When the subsidy is available
• How Tourism HR Canada can support you

Join Tourism HR Canada on Thursday, November 4, at 2:00pm Atlantic for a full look at this newly available program to support the hard-hit tourism and hospitality sector. This program is funded by the Government of Canada's Student Work Placement Program. REGISTER HERE.

For additional details on Propel, or work-integrated learning, please email propel@tourismhr.ca.

TOURISM NOVA SCOTIA

Updated Tourism Statistics Available for July and August

Published Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Tourism Nova Scotia staff have published the updated tourism performance statistics on their website. 

You can now find the following data online:
-  accommodations statistics up to July 2021
-  visitation statistics up to August 2021 

TIANS  MEMBER BENEFIT - SUPPLIER OFFER

Discover your exclusive Insurance Rates with Westland MyGroup.  As a TIANS Member you can take advantage of their exclusive group rates - on your auto and home insurance - that could save you hundreds.  Contact your Westland MyGroup representative by phone, 1-844-999-7687, or get a fast no-obligation quote online. 

SAFE RE-OPENING SUPPORTS FOR INDUSTRY

Training for the Tourism, Hospitality, Retail and Transportation Industry

Tourism businesses and organizations in Nova Scotia can register to create a free business training account and access for staff to complete Clean It Right Program online.

Online registration is quick and easy - simply fill in your contact information and select from the four training modules - Accommodations, Food & Beverage, Retail and Transportation (NEW). The Clean it Right training program is available to tourism businesses at no charge, for a limited time.  Sign up your staff today and get on your way to becoming a Clean It Right Designated Business and being recognized as a CIR business on novascotia.com! 

Demonstrate Your Commitment to Your Visitors and Customers!