Truro & Colchester Partnership for Economic Prosperity

06/01/2026

Please join us at the TCPEP Annual General Meeting (AGM), taking place at the Marigold Cultural Centre at 605 Prince Street, Truro, on 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟭𝟭:𝟬𝟬𝗮𝗺-𝟭:𝟬𝟬𝗽𝗺.

Join us for a networking session from 11-11:45am, followed by the AGM from 11:45am - 1pm.

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://TCPEPAGM2026.eventbrite.ca

𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝗚𝗠 𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿: 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗻, 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 & 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟳 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗲𝘀

Barb Stegemann launched The 7 Virtues from her garage on a Visa card, armed only with a dream to help communities in war ridden nations rebuild. Her vision was inspired after her best friend, a soldier, was severely wounded in Afghanistan. Believing that economic empowerment creates stability, she began sourcing organic, fair trade essential oils from countries experiencing turmoil, from Afghanistan and Haiti to Rwanda and the Middle East.

Sixteen years later, The 7 Virtues is an award-winning social enterprise and the only Canadian perfume brand sold at Sephora, now available in over 2,100 stores worldwide across 19 countries. It is also the only B Corp certified perfume brand at Sephora, committed to paying employees a livable wage and leaving a better footprint on the planet. On Canada Day 2024, Barb opened her first perfume atelier in Halifax, where clients design and name their own perfumes, with more ateliers planned across North America.

Barb first came to national attention when she became the first woman from Atlantic Canada to secure a venture capital deal on CBC’s Dragons’ Den. She later earned the title of Top Game Changer in the history of the show when viewers voted for her social enterprise. In 2026, she returned to Dragons’ Den as the first Atlantic Canadian Dragon for CBC’s 20th anniversary two part special.

Her leadership has been recognized with numerous honors, including being named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women, Ernst and Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year, Atlantic Emerging Entrepreneur, and Profit Guide’s Top 30 Cool and Fabulous Entrepreneurs. She also broke barriers as the first female Honorary Colonel in the history of 14 Wing Greenwood, Royal Canadian Air Force and completed her term in 2014 and remains a Hon Colonel for life.

Barb is the author of the bestselling book The 7 Virtues of a Philosopher Queen, now in its 9th edition, and her story is the subject of the award-winning documentary Perfume War, available at PerfumeWar.com.

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05/22/2026

The Truro & Colchester Partnership for Economic Prosperity (TCPEP), a regional enterprise network representing the Truro & Colchester Region, is recruiting multiple volunteers for a three (3) year term on its Board of Directors.

TCPEP was formed through a partnership of the Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce, the Towns of Truro and Stewiacke, Millbrook First Nation and the County of Colchester. Led by a Board of Directors with extensive business experience, TCPEP operates as a regional connector among economic development partners, supporting business growth/retention and providing regional leadership on economic development priorities.

The deadline for receipt of applications is June 5th, 2026.

Applications are invited from the TCPEP stakeholder community and the general public.

Candidates are being sought with combined skills and experience in business, industry, corporate governance, financial stewardship, strategic planning, communications, partnership development, stakeholder relations, and expertise in law, accounting, human resources, economic development, and entrepreneurship.

Preference will be given to members from diverse community/business groups (indigenous, persons with a disability, persons of colour or African Nova Scotians, LGBTQ2+, and youth.)

For consideration and more information on the role and expectations of directors, please submit a resume or brief bio to Raelee Rath, Chair of Recruitment Committee at [email protected].

05/05/2026

Celebrate Community with The Welcome Network at South Colchester Connecting With Community! 🎉

Meet Your Neighbours! This is more than just an event, it’s a vibrant and diverse community together for an afternoon of discovery, culture, and friendship.

05/05/2026

The Province of Nova Scotia has launched a Property Opportunity Notice for part of the former Truro hospital land.

The notice is open for three months and invites private and community housing developers to bring forward proposals focused on affordable, accessible, energy-efficient housing that will support long-term community benefit.

More about the opportunity can be found here:
https://notices.novascotia.ca/files/lfh-pon/2026/pon-willow-street-truro-2026-07-31.pdf

Property Opportunity Notice for Old Hospital site in Town of Truro

Immediate Release
May 4, 2026

TRURO, NS — The Houston Government of Nova Scotia is excited to announce the launch of a Property Opportunity Notice (PON) , on April 30, marking an exciting chance to reshape the future of housing in Truro.

"Our government is committed to expanding affordable housing across Nova Scotia," said Truro-Bible Hill-Millbrook-Salmon River MLA Dave Ritcey. "Opportunities like this truly bring forward the best and brightest ideas. This call for innovative, community-focused solutions has the potential to make a lasting impact for the people who call this province home."

Ritcey, the local MLA since March 2020, said “The call for redevelopment interest has been a long time coming & expects a lot of interest in the site. “

Part of the lands where the former Truro hospital once stood will now be made available to visionary private and community housing developers ready to build something truly meaningful.

Nova Scotia's Land for Housing Program turns provincially owned land into opportunity by matching high-potential sites with the developers best positioned to build housing that communities actually need.

Selected through a merit-based competitive process, top proposals will leverage Modern Methods of Construction with local materials while exceeding minimum standards for affordability, energy efficiency, and accessibility — and proving the project's long-term financial sustainability.

This is more than a land transaction, it's an invitation to organizations with the creativity and commitment to deliver innovative, inclusive housing solutions built to last. The community benefit potential here is significant, and the province is looking for partners who see it too.

The PON is open for three months beginning last week Interested organizations are encouraged to review the full notice and bring their best ideas forward.

Link to more info:
https://notices.novascotia.ca/files/lfh-pon/2026/pon-willow-street-truro-2026-07-31.pdf

05/01/2026

Happy Doctors Day! Today we delivered some cheer to the dedicated team at Colchester East Hants Hospital with these beautiful doctor-themed cupcakes.

Thank you to all doctors for the care, compassion, and commitment you bring to our community every day.

Doctors Nova Scotia

04/27/2026

This is a wonderful story about Dr. Masoumi's journey to Nova Scotia, and how he and his family found a home here in Truro.

We’re grateful to have him practising family medicine in our community, caring for patients and families with the same kindness and connection that make rural medicine so special.

Take a few minutes to read his story.

https://www.nshealth.ca/news-and-notices/dr-mashallah-masoumi-ravandis-journey-family-medicine

04/10/2026

May 1st is Doctors Day in Nova Scotia! Please join us in celebrating our very own doctors in Truro / Colchester.

Every day, our doctors provide thousands of services to patients across our province. Whether in a community clinic, emergency department, long-term care facility, operating room or in the comfort of their patient’s home, our doctors provide high-quality patient care when and where Nova Scotians need it.

Write a message of gratitude for your doctor at yourdoctors.ca/stories and read more stories of physicians providing exceptional patient care across the province.

At your next appointment, take a moment to tell your doctor what they mean to you.

04/08/2026

The Truro Colchester Welcome Network is hosting a collaborative strategy session focused on building a more welcoming and inclusive Colchester region. This is a great opportunity to connect with community members, newcomers, and partners while helping shape priorities like partnerships, awareness, and program development.

🗓️April 28th from 5pm-8pm
📍SEEK Wilderness Event Yurt

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/1/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVKmsSkoqqOIhAkV6Xlew6UOTIkjz9-NAw3nMQ5for3vP8ow/viewform?usp=header&pli=1&authuser=1

We invite you to join the Truro Colchester Welcome Network for a collaborative strategy session focused on shaping a more welcoming and inclusive community. Bringing together community members, newcomers, partners, and stakeholders to engage in meaningful dialogue around key priorities, including building partnerships, raising awareness, and delivering programs. Through open discussion and shared perspectives, we aim to strengthen our collective approach and ensure our initiatives reflect the evolving needs of the Colchester region.

Your voice and experience are essential in helping guide this work. We look forward to your participation in building a stronger, more connected community.

Timing: 5 to 8 PM
Event Address: Yurt Seek Wilderness, 825 Young St, Truro, NS B2N 3Y8

Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVKmsSkoqqOIhAkV6Xlew6UOTIkjz9-NAw3nMQ5for3vP8ow/viewform?usp=header

04/08/2026

We invite you to join the Truro Colchester Welcome Network for a collaborative strategy session focused on shaping a more welcoming and inclusive community. Bringing together community members, newcomers, partners, and stakeholders to engage in meaningful dialogue around key priorities, including building partnerships, raising awareness, and delivering programs. Through open discussion and shared perspectives, we aim to strengthen our collective approach and ensure our initiatives reflect the evolving needs of the Colchester region.

Your voice and experience are essential in helping guide this work. We look forward to your participation in building a stronger, more connected community.

Timing: 5 to 8 PM
Event Address: Yurt Seek Wilderness, 825 Young St, Truro, NS B2N 3Y8

Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfVKmsSkoqqOIhAkV6Xlew6UOTIkjz9-NAw3nMQ5for3vP8ow/viewform?usp=header