Annual General Meeting

Community partners, Kings CED Agency members and the general public are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting of the Kings Community Economic Development Agency Wednesday, June 13, 2007 from 4:45-7:30 p.m. The AGM will be held at the Fountain Commons, Acadia University, Wolfville, N.S. Parking on campus is free of charge after 4:30 p.m.

The AGM will include presentations on such topics as the Innovative Communities Initiative, the Invest in Kings Pilot Project and the Kentville Community Development Project, and a feature presentation by Dr. Mark Johnston.

A served dinner will also be provided and 2007-2008 membership dues can be paid at the door.

For more information, visit the Kings CED Agency’s website at www.kingsced.ns.ca. To RSVP for the event, contact the Agency at 678-2298 or via e-mail at info@kingsced.ns.ca.

Call for Directors

The Kings CED Agency is seeking to fill two term positions on its Board of Directors. These volunteer positions will be elected June 13, 2007 at the Kings CED Agency’s AGM.

Upon completion of the initial two-year term, successful applicants can reoffer to serve an additional two–year term. Board members are responsible for the effective governance of the organization, including the vigorous pursuit of its mission and objectives and the adherence to its core values.

Applicants must reside in Kings County, be enthusiastic, possess excellent communication skills, be prepared to share their talents for the betterment of regional economic development and be committed to helping communities across Kings County become more dynamic.

Board members are expected to commit a minimum of five hours per month to the position, which includes preparing for and attending monthly Board meetings.

Kings CED is committed to providing equal opportunities and encourages applications from all interested parties. If you wish to apply, respond in writing to the Agency by 4:30 p.m. June 1, 2007.

For further information, to request a copy of the Director’s job description or to express interest, contact Annette Schofield, Office Manager, by phone at 678-2298 or via e-mail at annette@kingsced.ns.ca. Further information can also be found on the Agency’s website at www.kingsced.ns.ca.

Thank you, Aziz

During the months of April and May, the Kings CED Agency partnered with the Nova Scotia Community College, Kingstec campus, to take part in one of their work placement courses.

Aziz Rahman was with the Kings CED Agency from April 23 to May 18. This fulfilled the requirement for his work placement course, which is part of the Business Administration Information Management program. On behalf of the Kings CED Agency, we would like to extend a big thank-you to Aziz for all his hard work and assistance throughout his time at the Agency.

For more information on NSCC’s Work Placement courses, contact Terry Sulis by phone at 679-7418 or visit their website at www.nscc.ca.

Information is provided by your regional development authority, the Kings Community Economic Development Agency. The Kings CED Agency is a non-profit society funded by public membership and grants from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Nova Scotia Office of Economic Development, the Municipality of the County of Kings, Nova Scotia Department of Community Services, and the Towns of Kentville, Wolfville and Berwick. Our motto is: “Together Making Kings County a Better Place to Live.” For more info call 678-2298, or visit www.kingsced.ns.ca, or 35 Webster Street, Kentville.