Business Leaders: Nova Scotias

Nova Scotias: As chair of the Council of the Federation, over the past year I have worked with premiers to improve on issues that are important to Nova Scotians, including health care, jobs and the economy, according to The Chronicle Herald. This past September, I led premiers and businesses on a trade mission to China. It was an important opportunity to advance Nova Scotias relationship with key Chinese government and business leaders. Together with business and post-secondary leaders, I promoted Nova Scotias unique offerings in education, training, transportation, the Atlantic gateway and research and innovation to growing Chinese markets and As I prepare to attend the next meeting of Canadas premiers, I m reflecting on what is accomplished when premiers come together. I m sometimes asked if it these meetings are useful and how they benefit Nova Scotians. A very tangible example of what we achieve by working together is the millions saved through the premiers generic drug initiative, work that began last July in Halifax. This initiative will save taxpayers up to $100 million money that can be directed toward important programs and services for Canadians. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.