Study Group: Nova Scotia

I am sitting on a VIA train now, heading home from Ottawa, full of mixed emotions. Eager to hug my kids – and my man – when I get home, but struck by an overwhelming sadness – leaving 12 new … Continue reading →

Our group had a wonderful time in Nova Scotia and upon arriving in Ottawa I quickly found out that news of one of our adventures had traveled quicker than we had and before I checked in at the hotel I … Continue reading →

Farewell to Nova Scotia Well, that’s it. After 9 exhausting but enlightening days travelling the length and width of this province, we are on the bus on the way to Halifax International Airport to depart for Ottawa. And so …. … Continue reading →

Lessons learned during another sleep-deprived, early-morning run of a few group members through the trails near Acadia University: 1) good leaders can motivate and show the way from the back of the pack 2) stay the course even at junctions … Continue reading →

On the bus at 5 am to the Brunswick Street Mission, we were a tired group arriving to cook and assist as required, and to meet the men and women arriving for breakfast. We left feeling reflective and with a … Continue reading →

We’re back in the ‘fax We left Wolfville this morning and are now once again in Halifax, near the familiar confines of the Westin Nova Scotian (though we’re staying in a smaller hotel this time around). We have two and … Continue reading →

We rolled into trendy yet quaint Wolfville this evening, marking the start of almost two days we will spend in and around the green hills of the Annapolis Valley. Tomorrow, our tour takes us to vineyards and farmsteads; but tonight … Continue reading →

One week in and our study group is doing well. Our team is not only getting along but having a great time getting to know one another. Healthy doses of communication, respect, and humour are helping us as we log … Continue reading →

I am impressed so far with my tour of NS. I have had the privilege of  meeting some amazing leaders.  The tour started with some great presentations in Halifax as we were being prepared for our individual group tours.  I … Continue reading →

Great visit this afternoon to Oxford and Oxford Frozen Foods, a great example of how a Canadian company, centred in a rural area, can compete successfully on the world stage. We were impressed by the company’s commitment to constant innovation, … Continue reading →