Commissionaires take care of more than just its daily ~105,000 ‘crossers’. Commissionaires were recently notified of a vulnerable adult at risk in the nearby area. In hearing the individual’s description, Bonita – one of the commissionaires on duty – remembered seeing someone on her patrol with that description. The team immediately formulated a plan to … Read more ›
Commissionaires has appointed David Law as its new Honorary Solicitor. Mr. Law is a partner with Gowling WLG, where he practices employment, labour relations, human rights, occupational safety, worker’s compensation and governance law, with a focus in crisis management. He has received multiple recognitions including being a five-time recipient of a Best Lawyer in Canada … Read more ›
“I am.” That’s a very powerful phrase. These two words, “I” and “am,” together, followed by specific characteristics, give people the power to define themselves. The effect of this kind of mind-over-matter is not to be downplayed. It can deliver the strength you need to stand up when the world seems to be conspiring to … Read more ›
On September 19, Commissionaires Nova Scotia added a shiny silver rosette to an already very decorated commissionaire and Navy veteran, John McIntosh. CEO Bruce Belliveau presented commissionaire McIntosh with a 22 Year Long Service award. John was joined by his wife, Margaret, daughter, Patricia (pictured below), CNS HQ staff members, and representation from Halifax Waterfront Development, … Read more ›
Thursday Sept. 14, saw the start of a brand new season for Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) with the official opening of their new Headquarters in Bedford Commons. There was an excited buzz in the air while CNS HQ staff worked as a team to prepare for guests’ arrival at 3 p.m. The staff were eagerly … Read more ›
Congratulations to this year’s winners of the CNS Board of Governors’ Educational Awards. The recipients are the children or grandchildren of active commissionaires who have demonstrated outstanding scholastic, extra-curricular and community achievements. Each winner receives $1,500 toward their post-secondary education. The Selection Committee reviewed a considerable number of applications, and had the difficult task of choosing … Read more ›