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Join us for the 2024 NSFM Spring Conference in beautiful Baddeck!
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Join us for the 2024 NSFM Spring Conference in beautiful Baddeck!
CLICK HERE to access the conference website. The full program and registration details are found on the site.
Session Spotlight:
Municipal Climate Change Adaptation Frontrunners
Join us for an enlightening session featuring three municipalities at the forefront of climate change adaptation in Nova Scotia. Town of Mahone Bay, Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM), and the Municipality of the District of Digby will showcase their innovative approaches and initiatives in addressing the impacts of climate change on their communities.
Mahone Bay will lead the discussion, sharing its commendable efforts in envisioning protective measures for its iconic shoreline and implementing climate change action plans. Learn how Mahone Bay's proactive approach has positioned it as a leader in climate resilience.
CBRM will highlight the municipality's recent success in securing funding through the ACOA program to enhance emergency preparedness in the face of climate-related events. Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by CBRM as it navigates the impacts of recurrent extreme weather events.
District of Digby will provide valuable insights into the projects initiated following the completion of their Climate Action Plan in 2013. Discover the challenges, opportunities, and future directions for climate adaptation in Nova Scotia, as Digby shares its experiences and strategies for building resilience.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from these climate change frontrunners and explore practical approaches to climate adaptation. Join us as we collectively work towards building more resilient and sustainable communities in Nova Scotia.
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION RATE EXPIRES APRIL 11TH!
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EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION RATE EXPIRES APRIL 11TH!
CLICK HERE to access the conference website. The full program and registration details can be found on the site.
Don’t miss out on the early bird registration fee!
Join us for the NSFM Spring Conference, dedicated to "Future Focused Municipalities: Pioneering Solutions." This event is tailored exclusively for municipal elected officials, offering a day and a half of invaluable insights and networking opportunities designed to enhance your leadership and community impact.
Highlights Include:
Keynote Address by Brad Gushue: Be inspired by Olympic gold medalist Brad Gushue as he shares his journey of determination, leadership, and achieving success, aligning with our theme of pioneering solutions for future-focused municipalities.
Innovative Tourism Strategies for Communities: Discover strategies to boost tourism, driving economic growth and community development, essential components of future-focused municipalities.
Provincial Crown Corporations and Municipal Engagement: Gain insights into future initiatives involving municipalities, fostering collaboration for mutual benefit and aligning with our theme of pioneering solutions.
Youth Engagement Success Stories: Learn from successful youth engagement initiatives, empowering the next generation of leaders.
Coastal Protection and Municipal Climate Change Adaptation: Learn more about the provincial plan for coastal protection and hear from our own municipal climate change adaptation frontrunners.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow municipal leaders, share best practices, and forge valuable relationships.
Let's shape the future of our municipalities together, pioneering solutions every step of the way!
Cyber Security Awareness Month
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In recognition of Cyber Security Awareness Month here are the Top 10 Cyber Security Tips
- Password Strength: Ensure your online accounts have strong, unique passwords. Use a mix of upper and lower-case letters, numbers, and special characters. Consider using a reputable password manager to keep them secure.
- Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Enable 2FA whenever possible. It adds an extra layer of security by requiring something you know (password) and something you have (usually your phone) to log in.
- Regular Updates: Keep your software, operating system, and antivirus programs up to date. Cybersecurity threats often exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software.
- Beware of Phishing: Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or links. Cybercriminals often use phishing to trick you into revealing sensitive information.
- Secure Wi-Fi: Protect your home Wi-Fi with a strong password and encryption. Avoid using public Wi-Fi for sensitive tasks like online banking.
- Data Backup: Regularly backup important data to an external drive or a secure cloud service. In case of a cyberattack, you'll still have your vital information.
- Cyber Hygiene: Educate yourself and your colleagues about good cyber hygiene. It's crucial to know how to recognize and respond to potential threats.
- Privacy Settings: Review and adjust privacy settings on your social media profiles and apps. Limit the amount of personal information you share online.
- Secure Online Shopping: When shopping online, use reputable websites, and ensure the connection is secure (look for "https://" and a padlock symbol in the address bar).
- Report Suspicious Activity: If you suspect any cyber threats or incidents, report them to your organization's IT department or the appropriate authorities promptly
Remember, cybersecurity is an ongoing effort. By following these tips, you can help protect your digital life and the sensitive information you handle.
Update from RCMP Contract Management Committee
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Here's a pdf Record of Decision (ROD) document (176 KB) for you to review.
Please find some highlights below. There is also new information on the rollout of the Body-Worn Cameras (BWC) for all RCMP officers.
ROD Highlights
Collective Bargaining
The Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat (TBS) has provided a proposed collective agreement to the National Policing Federation (NPF) that TBS feels is reasonable. TBS anticipates hearing back from the NPF in early September. The RCMP Contract Management Committee has acknowledged that a 3.5% annual salary increase is a reasonable rate to expect but the rates proposed and agreed to remain confidential at this time.
TBS also noted that the NPF may be waiting for outcomes of the Ontario Provincial Police and the Toronto Police Service collective bargaining to use wage increases in those collective agreements as benchmarks in their pursuit of monetary increases for its members.