Advocacy
Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce Calls for Tailored Population Growth Strategy for Atlantic Canada
The Annapolis Valley Chamber has joined 47 chambers and boards of trade across Atlantic Canada in urging the federal government to adopt a region-specific strategy to address urgent population and labour challenges. A joint letter, coordinated by the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce, was sent to the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration.
Letter to The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship re Region-Specific Immigration for Atlantic Canada
Business Development - Red Tape & Regulatory Process Feedback
As part of our ongoing advocacy efforts, we are gathering feedback from Annapolis Valley Chamber membership about their experiences with business development, particularly around red tape and regulatory processes. We understand that navigating approvals, permits, licensing, and compliance requirements can often create unnecessary delays and added costs. By sharing your perspective, you’ll help us identify the most pressing barriers and strengthen our ability to advocate for smarter, more streamlined processes that support business growth and innovation in our region.
All feedback will remain anonymous. If you would like to be more directly involved in the conversation, please reach out—we’d welcome the opportunity to connect.
Our Reaction to Major Projects Office Announcement
We commend the government for moving quickly to open this office and sending the right signals around a significant overhaul for approval of major projects. Read more…
Opportunity for Those in the Agriculture and Agri-Foods Sector
Events & Workshops
The Sales Funnels Workplace Education program is ideal if you want to take a deep dive into how to apply sales funnels in your marketing strategy. Starting with sales funnel fundamentals, this program will walk you through each stage of filling your sales pipeline as you learn concepts such as creating lead magnets and landing pages, nurture sequences, copywriting for sales funnels, and the all-important strategy for growing your email list as well as sales funnel analytics.
CBDC Fall Workshops & Training
Strategies to Increase Bookings
Spurr Brothers Farm: Broke with Money
September 5, 2025
From Our Members
Rooted in Passion: Green Acres Sod Farm Thrives with Help from Chamber Champion CBDC Hants-Kings
When Jordon Green stood in the middle of his family’s 200-acre property in Lower Selma, Nova Scotia, he didn’t just see rolling fields and fertile soil—he saw possibility. A seasoned sod industry worker with 14 years of hands-on experience, Jordon had long dreamed of planting something of his own. In 2022, with support from CBDC Hants-Kings, he and his wife Stephanie turned that dream into a thriving business: Green Acres Sod Farm.
Read full story: here.
Kentville Business Community Rebrand: Downtown Kentville
Special thanks to Tamar from Red Birch Media for helping turn this idea into a reality! And to cartoonist Mark Oakley from iBox Publishing for the most incredible map of our town!
Job Opportunities
Part-Time Sales Consultant – Herbin Jewelers
Resident Care Manager – Windsor Elms Village
Spa Therapist & Body Practitioners – Saltair Nordic Spa
For Our Members
New ACOA Initiative Supports Atlantic Canadian Businesses
Small- and medium-sized businesses are the backbone of Atlantic Canada’s economy and communities. Over the past few years, these businesses have shown remarkable resilience—keeping people working, finding ways to grow, and adapting to a changing world.
To support this continued strength, the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) has launched the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI), with applications now open. This initiative is designed to help Atlantic Canadian businesses adapt to shifting trade conditions, improve productivity, diversify markets, and strengthen supply chains.
The goal is clear: to ensure local businesses remain competitive, create good jobs, and continue growing right here at home.
👉 Learn more about the initiative by exploring ACOA’s RTRI infographic and attending one of the upcoming information sessions.
👉 To register, contact ACOA’s Business Information Services at bis-sie@acoa-apeca.gc.ca, call 1-888-576-4444, or register online.
Valley Views: Content Development Program
Annapolis Valley Chamber members, this is for you! Through the Valley Views – Content Development Program, you can access up to $2,500 in reimbursed funding to work with approved local digital media producers and create stunning photo and video (b-roll) content. Funded by the Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce (AVCC), the program supports member businesses and digital media producers while promoting the region in new and compelling ways.
Eligible member tourism businesses can apply for micro-grant funding to hire approved local digital media producers (fellow chamber members) to create professional marketing content and receive photos and videos you can use to promote your business.
Learn more about the program: here.
New Members
JA McLean Business Consulting
Business Advice and Planning You Can Count On!
North Mountain Distilling Inc.
Lisa Villeneuve Consulting
Navigate change with clarity and intention.
The Rotary Club of Kentville