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Connector Program Launches New Apprenticeship Focus

Building the Skilled Trades Pipeline – One Connection at a Time The Connector Program at the Western REN has always been about creating meaningful, local connections. Connections between job seekers and established professionals. Now, we’re excited to announce an important evolution: a new focus on Apprenticeships in the Skilled Trades….

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From Farmers’ Markets to Food Hubs: Shared Kitchens Fuel Local Food Innovation in Nova Scotia

Shared kitchens for local food entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia are emerging as a powerful solution to a common challenge: access to certified kitchen space. Small-scale food businesses across the province often start with big ideas but face major roadblocks when it’s time to scale. That’s why Food Web Asset Mapping…

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Roman’s New Start: A Connector Program Success Story

From War to Welcome: Roman’s Brave Leap In April 2024, Roman Porodko began a bold new chapter of his life as a Connectee in the Western Regional Enterprise Network’s (Western REN) Connector Program. But the road to Nova Scotia was far from easy. Back in Ukraine, Roman held a Master…

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The “Welcome to Western Nova Scotia” App Launches to Support Newcomers

Making Western Nova Scotia Feel Like Home: A New App for Newcomers Moving to a new community is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming—especially in smaller towns and rural areas where resources may not always be easy to find. That’s why the Western REN and Welcome Platform Tech Technologies…

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