Accepting Applications for Non-Adjudicative Boards

The province of Nova Scotia is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving the public on Nova Scotia's non-adjudicative agencies, boards and commissions (ABCs).

ABCs have many different roles. Some play an advisory role, while others make financial, business and policy decisions or recommendations to government. These decisions and recommendations have far reaching implications for Nova Scotians.
"We're looking for Nova Scotians from all walks of life, representing the diversity of the province, to participate and help make a difference," said Angus MacIsaac, chair of the Treasury and Policy Board. "Some boards require specific qualifications, but all need your interest, energy and commitment."

There are a wide range of non-adjudicative ABCs from housing boards and health authority boards, to licencing boards and fire safety councils. This month's advertising campaign features three serving board members.

Tina Battcock, a board member of the Waterfront Development Corporation Limited, is also an active volunteer with the Canadian Red Cross and Family SOS. She is an executive consultant with Kuehne + Nagel.

Steven MacPherson of the Minimum Wage Review Committee is the general manager of Jack Astor's Bar and Grill in Halifax and Dartmouth. He has been a general manager of restaurants in Halifax for more than 25 years.

Holly Meuse, a member of the Council on Mi'Kmaq Education is a social worker for the Mi'Kmaq Family and Children Service of Nova Scotia. She also serves on the Nova Scotia Advisory Council for the Status of Women.

For a complete list of current opportunities and to learn more about the application process, visit the new Executive Council office website www.gov.ns.ca/exec_council/abc or call 902-424-4877 or toll-free 1-800-206-6844.

The government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and welcomes applications from Aboriginal people, African Nova Scotians and other racially visible people, persons with disabilities and women. If you are a member of one of the equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify, on your covering letter or resume.