May 15

Aquatic/Program Manager Full‐Time Position

The Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project is accepting applications for an Aquatic/ProgramManager. This position provides leadership to the development and implementation of aquatic programming within the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre. The Aquatic/Program Manager is responsible for the development, administration, implementation and ongoing evaluation of all aspects of aquatic programs including aquatic/fitness staff, public relations, resources and equipment, budgeting and staff training. Depending on qualifications, the Manager may be responsible for other programs within CNSCC. The Role of the Manager is to work as a member of the CNSCC management team and lead a team to deliver high quality programming for the community. The Manager must be a visionary, working with their staff to develop new creative opportunities for revenue generation and programming opportunities. Read More »

May 11

Request for Proposals – Stacking Chairs / Folding Tables for the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre

Please click on the link below for information:

CNSCC RFP – Arena Tables & Chairs

May 2

Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project Addresses Concerns

As the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre’s Project Team moves forward towards opening day in September, it continues to be an exciting time for the team and for the community.  But as the enthusiasm for the new building grows, so do some concerns.  Our community is going through a period of change, with the opening of both the new hospital and the new health and wellness centre approaching quickly.  As we know, sometimes with change – come questions.  Especially from those who will use these facilities not only for recreational but also for health purposes. Read More »

Apr 11

Community Selections Appointed for Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Operating Board

The six community volunteer representatives for the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Operating Board have been selected and appointed by their respective municipal councils.  Earlier this month, the Centre’s Interim Operating Board advertised and requested applications to fill the six citizen Operating Board seats and the response was overwhelming. “We were extremely pleased with the interest received from the community for the citizen positions”, says Greg MacArthur, Town of Truro Councillor and Project Co-Chair. “It was a tough decision as everyone who applied would have brought a specific strength to the table” adds MacArthur. Read More »

Apr 10

Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre – Manager of Facility Operations & Support Services Full‐Time Position

The Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project is accepting applications for a Manager of Facility Operations and Support Services encompassing Arena, Aquatics, Fitness and Special Events. This position is responsible for planning and overseeing the complete spectrum of operations and services within the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre, to include physical renovations, asset management, building system control process, budget and personnel management of the recreation and services at the Civic Centre. The Manager of Facility Operations and Support Services will facilitate operational functions to include maintenance services, cleaning services, equipment repair and replacement, procurement, rental, and operational licenses and fees. As part of the daily operations, this position will also provide the provision of full coordination of internal and external activities and events held in the facility. Additionally, provide the necessary leadership to manage a team to ensure facility cleanliness, provisions of security, safe environment and the commitment to deliver high quality experiences for both internal and external beneficiaries. Read More »

Apr 10

Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre – Administrative Support Clerk Term Position (6 months)

The Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project is accepting applications for an Administrative Support Clerk to provide a wide range of administrative operations to include Administrative Services, Support Services, and Procurement Services. As part of the daily operations, this position is responsible for managing the day to day administrative office functions, preparing agenda packages and recording, transcribing and distributing minutes, researching procurement of goods and service, assisting the General Manager with quotes, tenders, bids, etc., and providing high quality customer service in the daily operations of the office. Read More »

Apr 3

Be the FIRST Member of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre

The first membership at the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre is up for grabs! With only 6 months until the doors open, the Centre’s team is excited to offer the opportunity to become the first member and experience first hand all that the Centre will have to offer.

For the chance to win a FREE annual membership to the Centre, click on the contest logo “Become the First Member” and fill out the form to enter your name prior to August 31, 2012.  By entering the contest you will also be eligible to receive regular updates regarding facility memberships, events and other opportunities that will be available when the Civic Centre opens in September.

From seniors to youths, the 150,000 square foot Centre will have something for everyone.  Facility memberships can include usage of the 3 lane walking/jogging track, 8 lane competitive pool, leisure pool, fitness centre, skating rink, rock climbing wall and other applicable fitness programs offered. “The new Centre is a multi-purpose facility that will be accessible to everyone” says Jim Lambert, General Manager.   “A priority of the project team from the design stages was to build a centre where every community member is welcome to visit and take advantage of all the opportunities the Centre will offer”.

Apr 2

Count down is on – only 6 months to go!

Before the doors to the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre open in September, many decisions will be made on and off the construction site.  It is easy to see the progress taking place as you drive by Abenaki Road, but the decisions and planning that are taking place behind the scenes are just as important.  I am referring to the day-to-day operations of the centre once the highly anticipated opening day arrives and the community has the opportunity to enjoy all that the Centre will have to offer.  Read More »

Mar 1

Operating Phase Moving Forward on Civic Centre Project

Over the last year or more, we have focused mainly on the progress of construction, fundraising and other community health initiatives.  The building is taking shape both inside and out and thankfully (but to the misfortune of outdoor enthusiasts) mother nature has been sympathetic to our cause and schedule.  The most remarkable progress is the work not visible to those who catch a glimpse driving by; the facility interior is a beehive of activity as a spider web of underground plumbing is now being covered with expansive concrete slabs, block walls define washrooms and change rooms, precast concrete slabs are assembled for the tiered seating, and many, many other changes. Read More »

Feb 9

GENERAL MANAGER SELECTED FOR CENTRAL NOVA SCOTIA REGIONAL CIVIC CENTRE

The Interim Operating Board for the Central Nova Scotia Regional Civic Centre has announced the selection of a General Manger for the new facility scheduled to open in September of this year.  Jim Lambert who is the current Manager of Recreation and Program Operations for the Town of Windsor, NS will bring more than 20 years of facility management and recreational programming experience to the new facility.   “I am thrilled with this opportunity and really look forward to working with the entire community to make this remarkable facility the best it can possibly be” says Jim Lambert. Read More »

Feb 2

Town of Truro and Municipality of Colchester Seeking Citizen Representatives for Civic Centre Operating Board

The Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre will become one of Eastern Canada’s premier sport, recreation, and wellness facilities.  With an anticipated opening in September 2012, preparations are now underway to constitute an Operating Board that will provide governance and leadership for all operational elements of the new facility.  The 10 member Board will comprise 6 community members and 2 municipal council representatives each from the Town of Truro and Municipality of Colchester.

 The Town of Truro and Municipality of Colchester are presently seeking six highly motivated, skilled and dynamic citizen representatives to fill vacancies on the Civic Centre Operating Board.  Three representatives from each municipal jurisdiction will be sought and appointments made by respective Councils. Individuals interested in participating in this capacity are asked to respond in writing by February 24, 2012. Applications must outline areas of interest, credentials, related experience, contact information, as well as any other relevant information.

 Applications should be forwarded to:

 Interim Operating Board Civic Centre Project
PO Box 697
Truro, Nova Scotia
B2N 5E7

Or by email to:  ignitethespirit@colchester.ca

Project details, including an overview of the Operating Board – Responsibilities & Code of Conduct can be viewed by clicking this link:

Board Terms of Reference v-2
Jan 25

Getting a Glimpse of the Finished Product

It is amazing what can happen in a month, and in the case of the construction of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre, it is even more impressive.  Since my last editorial, significant progress has not only been made with the construction of our new Regional Civic Centre but also with the Ignite the Spirit Campaign and I am pleased to share that milestones continue to be achieved and construction continues to move along given the ups and downs that Mother Nature has thrown at us. Read More »

Jan 17

We Need Your Support – Vote for the Ignite the Spirit Campaign in Support of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project!

Molson Coors is donating up to $1,000,000 to support community projects across Canada and they want you to tell them how to use it. The projects they will support must bring the community together in an active and positive way – which of course is what our new Civic Centre will do for us!  What do we need from you?  Cheer for our project and once it reaches 225 Cheers we will be considered for funding towards the $5 million Ignite the Spirit Campaign. Only 20 community projects across Canada will be chosen so please, login and show your support for the Ignite the Spirit Campaign!
 
Click on the below link and follow the instructions.  We won’t stop at 225 “cheers,”  the more support we show, the better!  Thank you in advance for your support.
 
 
Jan 12

Community Support Brings Campaign to $4 Million Mark

The thermometer hit the $4 million mark on the Ignite the Spirit Campaign tracking sign, showing that the campaign team is $1 million away from achieving their goal and raising the remaining funds required for the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project. Read More »

Jan 4

Plenty to Look Forward to in 2012

2011 has proved to be a year filled with many milestones and achievements for the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project.  It is hard to believe that this time last year the first pour of concrete was arriving at the site and one year later we can look at the building and get a sense of what the finished product will look like.  Project Co-Chairs, Greg MacArthur and Bob Taylor are pleased with the progress to date and together with the rest of the project team and the community are counting down the days until September, 2012 when the facility is anticipated to open. Read More »

Dec 14

“Name that Seat” in the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre

The roof is on, the concrete is poured and now it is time to “Name that Seat” in the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre.

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Dec 8

Artist Call for Expression of Interest in new Civic Centre

The Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project’s newly formed Art Acquisition Committee is seeking the talents of a professional artist or artist team for exterior artwork to be located in the concourse area of the new Centre through a Call for Expressions of Interests. Community volunteers, Debbie Elliott, Dee Appleby and Beth Johnston are leading the way on the initiative which seeks to attract the artistic talents of current or former residents of Nova Scotia. Read More »

Dec 5

Truro to Host 2013 Fred Page Cup

Fredericton, NB – The MHL and Premier Sponsor Kent announced on Monday that the 2013 Fred Page Cup Eastern Canadian Junior A Championship has been awarded to the Truro Bearcats. Truro, who last hosted the event in 2002, will play as host team and will welcome Champions from the MHL, Quebec Junior AAA Hockey League and the Central Junior A Hockey League. The Bearcats will welcome visiting teams with a new facility as the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre, set to open in the fall of 2012, will be the host venue. Read More »

Nov 30

September, 2012 Quickly Approaching

It is hard to believe that construction of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre is moving into its fifteenth month and that in another ten months the doors will be opening providing the people of Central Nova Scotia with a new health and recreation centre to call their own.  Throughout the planning process, project staff and volunteers have taken the time to visit comparable facilities around Atlantic Canada and into Ontario. Throughout these visits we were always inspired by the “community feel” within the facilities and the comments by staff and members about how their new Centre has become a community focal point. The hustle and bustle of activity in these centres really puts into perspective what we have to look forward to in September 2012 when the ribbon is cut and the doors are opened to the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre. Read More »

Nov 17

Truro Bidding for 2013 Fred Page Cup

A major hockey event could be coming to Truro if all goes well between now and Christmas.  CoRDA’s Destination Colchester along with the Truro Bearcats and the Civic Centre Committee are ready to submit a bid for the 2013 Fred Page Cup.  Read More »

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Sod Turning Ceremony - November, 2010Photo FrameAquatic Centre - December, 2010Photo FramePhoto FramePhoto FramePhoto FramePhoto FramePrime Minister Harper's $10M Announcement - January, 2010Photo FrameMembers of the Project Steering Committee - January, 2010Photo FrameMembers of the Project Steering Committee at the Sod Turning Ceremony, November 2010Photo FrameLower Level Plan Photo FrameUpper Level PlanPhoto FrameInterior ViewPhoto FrameExterior View - front entrance, facing Abenaki Rd.Photo FrameWest Side of the building, aquatic centre exterior - facing the 102 HighwayPhoto FrameInterior View - Aquatic CentrePhoto FrameFundraising Campaign Team - March, 2011Photo FrameProgress on the arena continues - November 2011. Structure for 2600 seats with walking track above.Photo FrameStructure for 2600 seats in the event arena with the 30 seat sky box above. November, 2011Photo FrameCampaign Chair, Jon Stanfield (left) thanks the campaign's lead donor, Stu Rath (centre) for his generous donation to the Ignite the Spirit CampaignPhoto FrameJon Stanfield (centre) thanks the team at CIBC and CIBC Wood Gundy for their $100,000 donation to the campaign.Photo FrameJon Stanfield (right) thanks Kevin Pelley, President of Peter Kohler Windows and Entrance Systems for their $150,000 donation to the campaign.Photo FrameCampaign Chair, Jon Stanfield and Kevin Pelly of Peter Kohler Windows and Entrance Systems are shown reviewing the Civic Centre designs.Photo FrameBernice Rowe and Mark Goudge from the Engine Room in Truro present Dave Ritcey with a cheque for $4567 that what raised during an outdoor concert, June, 2010.Photo FrameChantale Hache (centre) and Tim Tucker (right) of the Truro & District Chamber of Commerce are shown presenting Ignite the Spirit Vice Chair, Dave Ritcey and staff, Kathy Sutherland with a cheque for $10,000 in support of the Campaign.Photo FrameKirk Milligan of TD Canada Trust, Truro is shown presenting Jon Stanfield with a cheque for $50,000. TD's donation is in support of the Centre's pursuit of LEED Silver Green Building Certification.Photo FrameStanfield's Ltd. was one of the lead donors to the campaign with an early commitment of $200,000. Respresenting Stanfield's for the presentation was (left to right) Andrew Sears, Mike Henderson, Tom Stanfield, Jon Stanfield and Roy Gouthro.Photo FrameGreg Wilkins (left) and Gordon Brost of Scotiabank are shown presenting Ignite the Spirit Campaign Chair, Jon Stanfield with a cheque for $50,000.Photo FramePatterson Law recently ignited the spirit of the campaign with a $50,000 donation. Jon Stanfield (left) is shown with Dennis James, George White and Sarah Campbell of Patterson Law.Photo FrameNova Enterprises confirmed a $25,000 donation to the Ignite the Spirit Campaign. Bill Masters (left) and Rod MacKay from Nova Enterprises are shown with Campaign Chair, Jon Stanfield.Photo FrameSteel arriving on site, July, 2011.Photo FrameOver thirty Scotiabank employees volunteered at the August 5 Blue Rodeo Concert in support of the campaign. Scotiabank donated $15,000 to the concert.Photo FrameSteel work continues - Sept. 13, 2011Photo FrameConcrete block install begins - October, 2011Photo FrameAn early view of the arena, roof work and seat structure continues. October, 2011Photo FrameMatt Sullivan(left to right), Dale Saunders and Myles Johnson from Johnson Saunders Chartered Accountants are shown with Campaign Chair Jon Stanfield and Vice Chair Duane Rath during a recent presentation of their $25,000 donation to the Ignite the Spirit Campaign. Photo FrameMillbrook First Nations recently ignited the spirit with a $250,000 donation to the campaign in support of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project. Campaign Chair Jon Stanfield is shown with Millbrook council members for the offical cheque presentation.Photo FrameBack of building, facing McClures Mills Rd. November 2011Photo FramePhoto FrameUpper level - top of arena bowl, walking/jogging track and fitness centre.Photo FrameLower level - ice surface, multi-purpose space, community space, aquatic centre and rock climbing wall.Photo FrameA generous donation of $100,000 by Truro businesses Pye Chevrolet Buick GMC, Truro Toyota and Pye Apartments recently Ignited the Spirit of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project. Representing the three businesses for the presentation was Garry Pye (left) who is shown being thanked for the donation by Campaign Chair, Jon Stanfield. Photo FrameThe Skybox and Media Box in the arenaPhoto FrameCheck out the natural lighting in the arenaPhoto FrameThe view from the walking trackPhoto FrameView of the ice surface from the walking trackPhoto FrameThe first glimpse of the walking trackPhoto FrameExterior Siding - what the exterior will look likePhoto FrameView of the 3 lane walking/running track - February 2012Photo FrameFitness Centre taking shape! - February 2012Photo FrameAquatics Centre making progress - February 2012Photo FrameThe Ignite the Spirit campaign is pleased to recognize Caldwell Roach as a supporter of the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project. Jon Stanfield (left) Chair of the campaign met with Rod Jones (right) Partner at Caldwell Roach to thank him for the generous gift of $25,000 to the campaign. “We are proud to support the community’s new health and wellness centre and are excited for the doors to open in September”, notes Jones. Photo FrameMacQuarries Pharmasave is a well known business in our region who believes in the health and wellness of the community. Jon Stanfield (right) Chair of the Ignite the Spirit Campaign met with Charles MacQuarrie (left) of MacQuarries Pharmasave to thank him for their generous gift to the Central Nova Scotia Civic Centre Project. “This kind of commitment to our community is necessary to move the Ignite the Spirit Campaign closer to the finish line - $5 million” says Stanfield. Photo FrameView of the new hospital from the second floor of the CentrePhoto FrameDormer for the walk climbing wallPhoto FramePhoto FramePhoto FrameArena - April 2012Photo FrameArena - April 2012Photo FrameCompetitive Pool - 8 lane, 25mPhoto FramePhoto Frame

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