The TCL Board of Directors announced on Wednesday, September 30th the appointment of Scott Ferguson as President & CEO, effective immediately. Previously, he was appointed Interim President & CEO by the board in April, having held the Executive Vice President position prior to that appointment.

"The board feels extremely confident in its choice of Scott as leader for this important organization," said George Moody, Acting Chair, TCL Board of Directors. "Scott’s performance with TCL over the past 24 years has clearly shown his dedication to this city and to the economic prosperity of the province. He is, without a doubt, the most qualified person I know to guide this organization with vision, enthusiasm and passion for building partnerships that move us all forward together as Nova Scotians."

In Mr. Ferguson’s career with TCL, he has played a key role in attracting major events and concerts, resulting in an estimated $2.5 billion in direct and incremental economic impacts for Halifax and Nova Scotia over the past 15 years. He has also been working on behalf of TCL in support of the Province of Nova Scotia and Halifax Regional Municipality on the potential redevelopment of a new convention centre.

A delegation of 14 companies and organizations from India returned home after successful trade mission to Atlantic Canada. While in the region, delegation members established valuable contacts with Atlantic Canadian business leaders and learned about the Atlantic Gateway’s growing role in supporting Canada’s international trade objectives.

While in Atlantic Canada, the Indian companies – which represented a cross section of India’s economy – were matched with Atlantic Canadian counterparts to explore new business opportunities. They also participated in a five-day program to learn more about Atlantic Canada’s business community and the Atlantic Gateway.

The trade mission, took place from August 31 to September 4, 2009 as a follow up to the successful Atlantic Gateway business mission to India in February 2008. Atlantic Canada Opportunites Agency (ACOA) organized the trade mission in collaboration with World Trade Centre Atlantic Canada. 
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The new and improved Maritime Fall Fair will take place from October 8-12 at Exhibition Park!  The fair will include some old favourites along with some new attractions.  Full details including ticket prices and hours of operation can be found at maritimefallfair.com!

Trade Centre Limited welcomes Jackie Norrie!

Trade Centre Limited is pleased to announce that Jackie Norrie has joined the TCL team as Manager of Partnerships.  A self-employed consultant for many years, Jackie comes to TCL with much experience in fundraising, sponsorship, event management and marketing.  She brings a track record complete with success after success including expertise as a Manager of Fundraising for the Edmonton 2001 World Championships in Athletics’, the 3rd largest sporting event in the world. Prior to this Jackie spent many years working in media and production in Halifax and in Edmonton where she developed many successful sponsorship partnerships.

Windows at the World Trade Centre offering new lunch menu

Enjoy Windows' new lunch menu and breathtaking view from the glass-enclosed 8^th floor of the World Trade and Convention Centre Halifax.  Old menu favourites are back along with some new dishes with an international twist.  Drop by and try it out. 

Windows is open Monday to Friday from 11:45am to 2:00pm.  View menu now »

And don't forget, Windows also specializes in elegant cocktail receptions, white glove VIP dinners, informal breakfast meetings and extraordinary lunches.   Call today to book your next special event:  902.421.1302 ext 2715.

TCL Annual Report available soon!

The Trade Centre Limited Annual Report for 2008/09 will be available soon. Visit the Annual Report section of the website in the coming weeks to download your copy!

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