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  • Bridging the Digital Divide

    Bridging the Digital Divide

    Annapolis Valley computer scientist Mike Caplan says there’s a problem he wants to solve, but it needs human input: how to engage more youth to pursue studies and careers in the digital technology industry. [...]
  • Minas Basin fish weir an outdoor classroom

    Minas Basin fish weir an outdoor classroom

    Zoe, from Moncton, catches a fish in the trap with her bare hands. (Heather Desveaux) A fishing weir in the Minas Basin is reeling in visitors, scientists, studies, jobs and nearly $1 million in local economic spinoffs this year. And the debut of a scientific youth-mentoring program last week helps the muddy basin floor further evolve into a natural office and classroom for all. [...]
  • 4-H raising confidence, building resilience

    4-H raising confidence, building resilience

    [Contributed photo] There are generations of 4-H participants, both past and present, who know the feeling of accomplishment that comes from trying something new, the confidence it builds and the positive influence it becomes. “4-H is building responsible, caring, contributing leaders in Nova Scotia communities who are affecting change." [...]
  • Red Cross goes where needed most

    Red Cross goes where needed most

    When responding to a house fire in the Annapolis Valley, volunteer emergency teams from the Red Cross mobilize to the scene with essential items like food, water, blankets, hygiene kits and trauma teddy bears for children. “The teddies are a great way to provide comfort for them. The fire department is there to respond to the event. We’re there to respond to the people." [...]
  • Young Valley aviator gets spirits lifted

    Young Valley aviator gets spirits lifted

    [Contributed photo] A group of aviation enthusiasts around the province are helping the region’s youngest aviator from Waterville to mend his broken wings and fly again, after his airplane got badly damaged in a windstorm last October. “We’re super keen to support him. I think what he’s doing is just extraordinary for a young person." [...]

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