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NSAC E-Bulletin
Please forward your submissions to the NSAC E-Bulletin to
the newsdesk (news@nsac.ca)
by Friday at 2:00 p.m. for inclusion in the next week's edition.
NSAC Employees Honoured- Embracing
Their World
Today's honouree is Wayne Bhola, Department of Engineering.
 Nominated
by Pat Nelson, Wayne is extremely essential to the smooth running
of the Engineering Department.
If something is desperately needed immediately if not sooner,
Wayne always comes through! He even joins staff in field work.
He's a super employee and he definitely deserves recognition.
Wayne is also the "Keeper of the Records." He takes
all the photos, produces the departmental newsletter and keeps
everybody's bio on file!
Wayne will always drop whatever it is he's doing to make whatever
is needed. He's one of the most essential people in the department
because he can build the things we need or fix the things that
the rest of us break.! He also has a wonderful sense of humour.
Congratulations Wayne!
If you would like to nominate a deserving employee to be recognized
as Employee of the Week, please complete the short nomination
form at http://www.nsac.ca/news/2006/eyw.cfm
ACAA Athlete of the Week
NSAC athlete Leah MacNeil is the Atlantic Colleges Athletic
Association Athlete of the Week.
 Leah
MacNeil, from Upper Stewiacke has been named Athlete of the
week for October 30th, 2006.
Leah is in her first year of the Bachelor of Science program
at NSAC and is a member of the NSAC Varsity Rams Soccer team.
Leah scored both goals including the overtime winner as NSAC
edged the MSVU Mystics 2-1 to win the ACAA Soccer Championship
in Saint John N.B. Leah was also selected as MVP for her role
in leading NSAC to its first championship since 1997.
Leah will travel with the team o Langara College in Burnaby
BC for the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association National Championships
November 8-11th.
Congratulations Leah and the NSAC Varsity Rams!
Update from IPAC
The Nova Scotia Regional Chapter of the Institute of Public
Administration of Canada is pleased to present the first two
events in its luncheon series for 2006-2007:
On November 20th, the Nova Scotia Chapter of IPAC is pleased
to host a luncheon with Mr. Robert (Bob) Fowler, Deputy Minister
to the Premier, Nova Scotia Treasury and Policy Board, and Communications
Nova Scotia.
Mr. Robert (Bob) Fowler
Deputy Minister to the Premier & Nova Scotia Treasury and
Policy Board
Monday November 20th, 2006
Delta Halifax, Bluenose Ballroom
1990 Barrington St., Halifax
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
On December 4th, the Nova Scotia Chapter of IPAC is pleased
to host a luncheon with Dr. David Zussman. Dr. Zussman will
be addressing the importance of the role of the Public Service
Commission in supporting a non-partisan and merit-based public
service. This will include a look at non-partisanship, broadening
access to jobs, employment equity and its audit function.
A lunch of soup and sandwiches will be provided at both events.
“The Public Service Commission and Accountability”
Monday December 4th, 2006
Westin Nova Scotian Hotel, Atlantic Ballroom
1181 Hollis St., Halifax
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
If you are registering for only the November 20th event or both
events, please confirm your attendance by contacting Karl Hanson
no later than Wednesday November 16th, 2006 using the attached
form. If you are registering for only the December 4th event,
please confirm your attendance by contacting Karl Hanson no
later than Wednesday November 29th, 2006.
To contact Karl Hanson:
Until November 10th:
Phone: (902) 424-2632
Fax: (902) 424-2814
Email: hansonke@gov.ns.ca
Beginning November 14th
Phone : (902) 499-7661
Fax: (902) 424-7434
Email: hansonke@gov.ns.ca
United Way Book Sale
Just a reminder that there is a United Way Book Sale in Harlow
Institute on November 1st and 2nd from 8:30 - 4:30 p.m.
There is a large selection to choose from so please come out
and support our United Way Campaign.
Flu Clinic
Flu season is approaching! The best way to prevent flu in yourself
(and reduce the risk for vulnerable others) is to get a flu
shot each fall. If you are allergic to eggs you should not get
the flu vaccination.
There will be a Flu Clinic for faculty, staff and students
on Thursday, November 23 from 1:30 to 4:00
p.m.in the Dairy Building Boardroom; drop-in, no appointment
is necessary.
The vaccination is free to high risk individuals, $20 to all
others. While most people will fall into the "at risk"
categories, there is a $20 charge for those who do not. This
fee will be paid for by your department. Please let your supervisor
know you will be attending the clinic, especially if you are
not in one of the at-risk groups.
For more information, check the following websites:
www.immunize.cpha.ca
www.gov.ns.ca/health/opmoh/flu.htm
Guest Speaker Addresses NSAC Autumn Assembly
Mr. Robert Zed addressed students and guests at NSAC’s
Autumn Assembly last week. Mr. Zed’s achievements highlight
a successful career in service, health care and the hospitality
industries. He has served in various senior health care leadership
positions at various maritime hospitals before establishing
his own company.
He is an alumnus of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 award, a winner
of the Award of Excellence and Innovation by the Canadian College
of Health Service Executives and was named to the Top 50 CEOs
in Atlantic Canada List. He has also been inducted into the Atlantic
Business Magazine Top 50 CEO’s Hall of Fame.
Shown with Mr. Zed is Hon. Brooke Taylor, NS Department of Agriculture
and Dr. Philip Hicks, President, NSAC.
Fridays at 3:00 Seminar
Dr. David Percival, Associate Professor, NSAC
"Integration of Research and Development and Continued
Prosperity of the Wild Blueberry Industry"
Friday, November 3rd, 2006 3:00-4:00pm Cox Institute, Room
257
All are welcome to attend!
This seminar is sponsored by NSAC Seminar Committee and the
Graduate Communications Class of AGRI 5700.
Wellness Challenge
Art Drysdale (Marketing, Halifax) is today's winner of the
Deputy's Challenge. Art wins a wonderful Healthy Workplace Week
thermal mug with some healthy treats tucked inside!
UPDATE! We hit 60 with our 6 additional participants! Let's
see if we can hit 65!!!! It's not too late to sign up. All it
takes is a commitment from you and an email to the Wellness
Committee saying that you want to join the challenge. It is
not necessary to let us know what you are doing, but it is appreciated
and some find it helpful.
Wellness Tip of the Day: Can sweet treats
can be made without sugar, lower calories and lower carbs and
taste good? Yes they can. Splenda has developed a brown sugar
that is excellent for making all those yummy fall and winter
treats - apple crisp or Apple Ginger Pecan Tart, pumpkin pie
or Golden Pumpkin Loaf, and chocolate toffee bars! My mouth
is watering already.
OH& S Concerns
The Safety and wellness of employees in the workplace is a priority
here at NSAC. And as such, there is a process in place for dealing
with safety concerns.
Employees should first address safety concerns with their immediate
supervisor. If the issue is not resolved, the employee then submits
the concern to their JOHS Committee, which in turn, will investigate
and follow up with the immediate supervisor until the issue is
resolved. Following this process ensures that NSAC maintains a
safe and health workplace.
Please see the OH&S website at http://www.gov.ns.ca/nsaf/ohs/
for details on the Health and Safety program.
Any questions, please contact Dr. Bernie MacDonald at bmacdonald@nsac.ca
or by phone at 893-6719
Take Your Kids to Work Day
Potential NSAC Students?
NSAC was pleased to host 15 Grade 9 students yesterday as part
of Take your Kids to Work Day. Thanks to all staff and faculty
who brought students with them to spend the day at NSAC. Thanks
as well to Nick Marchand of the recruitment team for providing
a campus tour, to Ruth Grant who led an Ag Awareness session
and to the AGRI1000 course coordinators and the RAC staff for
including the Grade 9 students in their farm tours.
NSAC Staff Christmas Party
The NSAC Staff Christmas party - The Jingle Ball - will be
held December 9th in Jenkins Hall. For more information please
see the attached poster.
Print Centre Open House
The Print Centre Open House held yesterday was a great success.
Mike Pauley, NSAC Web Specialist was the winner of the $250
gift certificate from Staples. Congratulations Mike. For all
your printing needs, please e-mail Mike Bartz at mbartz@nsac.ca
 Mike
Pauly ( right) shown with Tom Hudson Account Executive for Xerox
Canada
Rugby All Star Selections
The University/College Women's Rugby League held Championship
games this past Saturday, October 28th at Saints Field in Bible
Hill. The NSAC Women lost 22-10 in the semi-final game to Mount
A.
All-Star selections include:
 Marissa Lynch,
Meghan Miller and Holly McLean .
Updated Phone List
An updated version of the AC phone list is now available online
at the following link: http://nsac.ca/contacts
Photo of the Week
Elaine Rector and Dawn McKay were dressed up as "The Night
Before" and the "Morning After" for Halloween
2006 earning them a coveted spot in the Photo of the Week. Congratulations!
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