Are you busy building your business, but can’t find the talent you need to sustain your growth? Look no further than ISANS supports for employers to help attract and retain immigrant talent.
Attract, Retain & Support is Lexie Jasiewicz, Executive Director of the Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce
Our guest today on Attract, Retain & Support is Lexie Jasiewicz, Executive Director of the Truro & Colchester Chamber of Commerce.
Representing businesses and organizations across Truro, Colchester, Millbrook, and Stewiacke, Lexie is focused on ensuring the Chamber remains relevant, accessible, and truly valuable to the communities it serves.
We discuss the evolving needs of businesses, the importance of strong community partnerships, and how Chambers of Commerce can help create the conditions for economic growth and workforce success.
Don't miss this insightful conversation with one of the region's leading advocates for business and community development.
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Join Emily Boucher, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Valley Regional Enterprise Network (REN), for an insightful discussion on the partnerships and initiatives helping to shape the Valley's future. Explore how the REN brings together businesses, municipalities, and community leaders to drive innovation, attract investment, and create a thriving economic ecosystem for residents and employers alike.
16 Sept 2026
Attract, Retain & Support: Tegan Zimmerman, Chair of the Alexa McDonough Institute at Mount Saint Vincent University and Joanna Stewart, Coordinator, Professional Practice Program
Today's guests are Tegan Zimmerman from Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) and Joanna Stewart from the Professional Practice Program at ISANS.
Join us as they discuss how MSVU and ISANS have partnered to create meaningful opportunities for newcomers and job seekers. Learn how this collaboration helps clients become workplace-ready while providing them with valuable opportunities to showcase their skills and talents to employers.
26 Aug 2026
Attract, Retain & Support : ISANS CEO Paula Knight and entrepreneur Joyce Adom, founder of Simply Go Natural
In this special summer episode of the ISANS Employer Support Podcast, Attract, Retain & Support, host Christine Alvarez is joined by ISANS CEO Paula Knight and entrepreneur Joyce Adom, founder of Simply Go Natural. They explore how leadership, entrepreneurship, and workplace culture help build stronger businesses and a more inclusive workforce in Nova Scotia. Joyce shares her journey from newcomer entrepreneur to employer, highlighting the impact of ISANS programs, mentorship, and community support. The conversation offers practical strategies for attracting, retaining, and supporting employees while showcasing the influence of women leaders on business success.
29 May 2026
Attract, Retain & Support: Richard Piotrowski , Executive Director, Yarmouth & Area Chamber of Commerce
We are happy to have Richard joining us today to discuss rural businesses and their challenges and successes with recruitment and retention in the Yarmouth area.
He is also the creator of the Rural Advantage Framework — a modern approach to helping rural communities compete by leveraging authenticity, relationships, quality of life, and innovation as economic strengths. His work spans entrepreneurship, media, experiential events, business advocacy, and regional development, all driven by a passion for helping rural businesses and communities grow and thrive.
23 Feb 2026
Attract, Retain & Support: Dianna Prest, Autism Outreach Coordinator with Autism Nova Scotia
In this episode, Dianna Prest who is the Autism Outreach Coordinator with Autism Nova Scotia, speaks about the many services that Autism Nova Scotia can offer to assist individuals with gaining meaningful employment. Dianna also offers insight to employers on how to build a inclusive environment leading to the success of her clients while building community partnerships demonstrating the effectiveness of collaboration.
Contact Dianna - dprest@autismns.ca
Autism Nova Scotia - https://www.autismnovascotia.ca/
16 Jan 2026
Attract, Retain & Support: Michael Tunyan, Renewables Project Delivery Manager with Stantec and Michelle MacDougall, Coordinator for the Professional Mentorship Program at ISANS
Please join us to learn about how mentoring can lead to success for newcomers!
As a mechanical engineer and a project manager, Michael has worked both behind the scenes and on the front lines of energy and manufacturing project delivery. Working on teams with diverse, multidisciplinary technical experts has shaped him into a seasoned leader and team player. He believes listening is key to successful collaboration and building great relationships.
Michelle coordinates the ISANS Professional Mentorship Program connecting Nova Scotia professionals with newcomer talent for short-term mentorships that often lead to job security. With a background in Oil and Gas (Engineering) and being an immigrant to Canada, herself; she is especially passionate about helping professionals facing numerous challenges entering Nova Scotia’s workforce.
9 Dec 2025
Attract, Retain & Support: Devin Cooke of Cooke Aquaculture INC. and Paul Pickering, Coordinator for the Intercultural Workplace program at ISANS
Welcome back!
Our guests today are Devin Cooke and Paul Pickering.
Devin Cooke is the Corporate Trainer with Cooke Inc. Devin has a total of 9 1/2 years of experience in professional development in the corporate realm.
Paul Pickering has created and delivered intercultural and diversity-focused learning since 1995 and has been the Coordinator of the Intercultural Workplace Program at ISANS since 2013.
Please join us in a discussion on how Devin's organization has utilized the Intercultural Workplace Program at ISANS, to build a welcoming and culturally diverse work environment and to learn how this program can be of benefit to all employers wanting to create this for their workplace.
18 Nov 2025
Attract, Retain & Support: Erin Barclay, Project Manager with Futureworx
Please join the chat today as we sit down with Futureworx's very own, Erin Barclay.
Erin Barclay is a Project Manager and the Communications Specialist at Futureworx, where she brings a heartfelt passion for responding to the needs of communities in Nova Scotia and across Canada. For over twenty years, Erin has dedicated her career to positively impacting the social, cultural, and economic well-being of the people and regions Futureworx serves.
To learn more about Futureworx, please visit www.futureworx.ca
14 Oct 2025
Attract, Retain & Support: Atlantic Immigrant Career Loan Fund (AICLF), Ken Partridge and Carolina Hernandez
Please join us in this episode where we will be chatting with Ken Partridge. Marketing and Outreach Coordinator, AICLF. Ken joined ISANS in 2023 after 35+ years as a journalist and editor working on newspapers and magazines across Atlantic Canada. Ten years ago, he helped create My Halifax Experience Magazine, a quarterly publication dedicated to telling the stories of immigrants and their contributions to this region’s growing diversity. This led to his involvement with My East Coast Experience, the Most Inspiring Immigrants in Atlantic Canada Awards, the Mosaic International Film Festival, and finally ISANS, where he now helps internationally trained immigrants get their credentials recognized so they can continue the careers they love.
Carolina Hernandez decided to start her CPA journey here in Nova Scotia as this was her career in the Dominican Republic. Once she discovered the loan program, Carolina decided to take the chance and put in the hard work to achieve her goals. Come and learn about her experience with the program and how it has impacted her life.
To learn more about AICLF please visit - www.aiclf.ca or email for more information at info@aiclf.ca
9 Sept 2025
Attract, Retain & Support: Physician Recruitment with the Nova Scotia Health Authority
Welcome back to our second season of Attract, Retain & Support! This season will see a new episode on the second Tuesday of each month from September to June.
Our first episode is with the Nova Scotia Health Authority https://www.nshealth.ca/ (https://www.nshealth.ca/) Our guests are Sarah O’Toole and Katrina Philopoulos. Sarah works with Nova Scotia Health’s Medical Affairs department as a Physician Recruitment Consultant in the Eastern Zone while Katrina is the Director of Physician Recruitment. Please join us to learn about the recruitment and retention strategies utilized by the Health Authority here in Nova Scotia.
18 Mar 2025
Meet Ann MacGregor; Employment Engagement Specialist with Career Connections in New Glasgow
Ann MacGregor is the Employer Engagement Specialist for Pictou County. She has a background in communications and is passionate about her community. Ann is excited about connecting with local businesses and non-profits, many of which she is already very familiar with after 20 years working at the local radio station. Come and listen how Ann can assist your place of business with hiring needs and learn the importance of partnerships to build a stronger community. About | Career Connections (https://www.careerconnections.ca/about)
29 Nov 2024
Attract, Retain & Support: North Shore Local Immigration Partnership(LIP) Coordinator, Esther Bejarano
North Shore Local Immigration Partnership(LIP) Coordinator Esther Bejarano shares her expertise on how communities can effectively attract, retain, and support immigrant settlement and integration.
8 Nov 2024
Attract, Retain & Support: Nova Scotia Business Owner, Stephanie Jones
Stephanie Jones is a proud 2nd generation Owner/ Operator. She started her McDonalds career early, working her first shift at age 11. She worked in the restaurant with her parents and sister, leaving after university to pursue a career in teaching in 1999. She returned to the business and purchased her first 2 locations in 2010. She is now the proud owner of 11 locations in Nova Scotia, Canada.
Stephanie is a strong believer in immigration, and takes great pride in playing a part in many of her employees moving to Canada, achieving PR, and calling Canada their home.
23 Sept 2024
Attract, Retain & Support: ISANS Employer Supports with Kyle Turner
14 May 2024
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