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I apologize for passing this along so late in the game (applications are due
Oct. 1), but I was only just asked to help spread the word about this
demanding but very important volunteer project. I think many members of this
list would be very well qualified to serve in this capacity. (And they do
pay expenses!)
_____________________________________________________________
Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee
Terms of Reference
August 28, 2007
On May 1, 2007 the Department of Natural Resources announced a three-year
process to develop a new strategy governing Nova Scotia's natural resources.
The strategy will include four key components: forests, minerals, parks and
biodiversity (the connectedness and diversity among and within plant and
animal species in an ecosystem).
This strategy is a key element of the overarching plan that our government
has articulated for Nova Scotia. The corporate plan speaks to the importance
of taking steps to seize economic opportunities and investing in resources
to position Nova Scotia as a sustainable, competitive society. The natural
resources to be examined here are examples of natural capital that, if
effectively managed, will help to sustain the economy, the environment and
the long-term quality of life for Nova Scotians.
Voluntary Planning will conduct a process to involve citizens in shaping the
future of these four key provincial natural resources. Hearing from a broad
spectrum of Nova Scotians on the things they value about the resources we
all share will allow government to make more informed decisions concerning
the long-term directions. The public engagement process will lay the
foundation for later work in developing the needed strategy.
Mandate
The development of a long-term strategy that will address the four natural
resource components of minerals, forests, parks and biodiversity will be
divided into three phases:
Phase I: Public Engagement
Phase II: Impartial Panel
Phase III: Departmental Strategy Development
A Voluntary Planning project committee of volunteers will lead the Phase I
public engagement process and produce a report on key
findings, themes and high level priorities, based on input from citizens,
stakeholders, experts and worldwide research. In Phase II, an external,
impartial panel (or panels) will be charged with using this information in
the furtherance of this work. Phase III will be the responsibility of the
department itself - to actually write the new strategy with the benefit of
Phases I & II.
Public Engagement and Voluntary Planning
Voluntary Planning provides citizen-based input to government on policy
issues affecting the lives of Nova Scotians. To do so, it draws on the
expertise of volunteers who seek, hear, consider and deliberate on input and
thought gained through various forms of public engagement. This approach is
rooted in the belief that democracy is strengthened when the public is
engaged in an inclusive and transparent policy process designed to produce
advice to government and fellow Nova Scotians. To this end, Voluntary
Planning strives to include all Nova Scotians geographically, sectorally and
socially; and to operate in the service of government's policy needs but at
arm's length from government. Finally, the process is transparent so that it
is fair, and is perceived to be fair, in representing the views of Nova
Scotians.
Responsibilities of the Committee
The Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee will carry out the
following responsibilities in achieving the objective of a final report:
1. Review worldwide research on strategies related to forests, minerals,
biodiversity and parks, as well as research on community engagement
processes related to the development of these strategies.
2. Review background documents prepared by the Department of Natural
Resources.
3. Involve stakeholders in the development of a public engagement process.
4. Develop a communications plan with emphasis on engagement, education and
awareness.
5. Develop a discussion paper/work book to facilitate public input.
6. Convene public conversations on the future of specific natural resources,
namely forests, minerals, biodiversity and parks.
7. Invite further views through a variety of communication channels.
8. Receive and review results of the public engagement process.
9. Prepare a report on key findings, themes and high-level priorities.
10. Present findings to an impartial strategy panel, acting on behalf of the
Minister of Natural Resources, which will serve to inform Phase II of the
Department's strategy development process.
11. Present findings to all party caucuses.
12. Release the report to the public.
Committee Volunteers
The Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee will be made up of 12
volunteers who care about the future of Nova Scotia's natural
assets. They will participate as individual citizens, not representatives.
They will lead the project - setting direction, engaging the public,
analyzing information, and reporting on their findings.
Profile of Committee Members:
* extensive experience as volunteers
* many community affiliations and connections
* ability to work with a team to listen to others
* commitment to public engagement in public policy development, using
inclusive and transparent engagement approaches
* strategic thinkers
* publicly credible
* willingness to commit time and energy over a 15 month period
* willingness to use e-tools, such as e-mail, and other innovative methods
Committee Chair
The Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee will be chaired by a
volunteer who will work collaboratively with the Voluntary Planning
Executive Director and Project Coordinator. The Chair will act as
spokesperson for the Committee, based on the communication plan and
decisions made by the Committee and the Voluntary Planning Board of
Directors.
Characteristics of Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee Chair
* high profile citizen volunteer
* credibility with the public
* leadership skills - collaborative style
* inspires others to work as a team toward a common goal
* highly skilled in chairing and facilitating meetings
* excellent communicator
Time-frame of Committee
The Committee will be convened in October 2007 and carry out its work over a
15 month period ending in December 2008. During this time, the Committee
will meet at regular intervals as required. The public interface period is
planned for January to June 2008.
Resources for the Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee
The Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee will be supported by a
staff team led by the Voluntary Planning Project Coordinator. It will have a
budget that will enable a proactive and inclusive public engagement process
to be used to accomplish its work.
Reporting and Accountability
The Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee will report to the Board of
Directors of Voluntary Planning as requested about its engagement work and
final report. The Board of Directors is ultimately accountable for the work
done by project committees operating under its auspices.
Recruitment and Selection of Committee Volunteers
Committee volunteers will be chosen on the basis of ability, experience and
the degree to which they help the team reflect the diversity of Nova
Scotia's society. Voluntary Planning welcomes suggestions for Committee
members. Voluntary Planning will select the Committee Chair and other
members. Volunteers will be eligible for reimbursement of travel costs
incurred as a participant on the Committee.
Voluntary Planning has asked for Expressions of Interest for anyone
interested in being a volunteer. Expressions of interest in being considered
as a Committee member should be sent to Rita Fraser, Project Coordinator,
Voluntary Planning, on or before Monday, October 1, 2007:
By e-mail to: volplan@gov.ns.ca
By fax to: (902) 424-0580
Or by mail to:
Suite 600, Joseph Howe Building
1690 Hollis Street, Halifax, NS, B3J 3J9
Please include a resume and brief statement about personal background and
relevance to the Natural Resources Strategy Project Committee.
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<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>I apologize for passing this along =
so late
in the game (applications are due Oct. 1), but I was only just asked to =
help
spread the word about this demanding but very important volunteer =
project. I
think many members of this list would be very well qualified to serve in =
this
capacity. (And they do pay expenses!)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>_____________________________________=
________________________<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Natural Resources Strategy Project
Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Terms of =
Reference<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>August 28, =
2007<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>On May 1, 2007 the Department of =
Natural
Resources announced a three-year process to develop a new strategy =
governing
Nova Scotia's natural resources. The strategy will include four key =
components:
forests, minerals, parks and biodiversity (the connectedness and =
diversity
among and within plant and animal species in an =
ecosystem).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>This strategy is a key element of =
the
overarching plan that our government has articulated for Nova Scotia. =
The
corporate plan speaks to the importance of taking steps to seize =
economic
opportunities and investing in resources to position Nova Scotia as a
sustainable, competitive society. The natural resources to be examined =
here are
examples of natural capital that, if effectively managed, will help to =
sustain
the economy, the environment and the long-term quality of life for Nova
Scotians.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Voluntary Planning will conduct a =
process
to involve citizens in shaping the future of these four key provincial =
natural
resources. Hearing from a broad spectrum of Nova Scotians on the things =
they value
about the resources we all share will allow government to make more =
informed
decisions concerning the long-term directions. The public engagement =
process
will lay the foundation for later work in developing the needed =
strategy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Mandate<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>The development of a long-term =
strategy
that will address the four natural resource components of minerals, =
forests,
parks and biodiversity will be divided into three =
phases:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Phase I: Public =
Engagement<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Phase II: Impartial =
Panel<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Phase III: Departmental =
Strategy
Development<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>A Voluntary Planning project =
committee of
volunteers will lead the Phase I public engagement process and produce a =
report
on key <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>findings, themes and high level =
priorities,
based on input from citizens, stakeholders, experts and worldwide =
research. In
Phase II, an external, impartial panel (or panels) will be charged with =
using this
information in the furtherance of this work. Phase III will be the
responsibility of the department itself - to actually write the new =
strategy
with the benefit of Phases I & II.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Public Engagement and Voluntary =
Planning<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Voluntary Planning provides =
citizen-based
input to government on policy issues affecting the lives of Nova =
Scotians. To
do so, it draws on the expertise of volunteers who seek, hear, consider =
and deliberate
on input and thought gained through various forms of public engagement. =
This
approach is rooted in the belief that democracy is strengthened when the =
public
is engaged in an inclusive and transparent policy process designed to =
produce
advice to government and fellow Nova Scotians. To this end, Voluntary =
Planning strives
to include all Nova Scotians geographically, sectorally and socially; =
and to
operate in the service of government's policy needs but at arm's length =
from
government. Finally, the process is transparent so that it is fair, and =
is
perceived to be fair, in representing the views of Nova =
Scotians.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Responsibilities of the =
Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>The Natural Resources Strategy =
Project
Committee will carry out the following responsibilities in achieving the
objective of a final report:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>1. Review worldwide research on =
strategies
related to forests, minerals, biodiversity and parks, as well as =
research on
community engagement processes related to the development of these =
strategies.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>2. Review background documents =
prepared by
the Department of Natural Resources.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>3. Involve stakeholders in the =
development
of a public engagement process.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>4. Develop a communications plan =
with
emphasis on engagement, education and awareness.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>5. Develop a discussion paper/work =
book to
facilitate public input.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>6. Convene public conversations on =
the
future of specific natural resources, namely forests, minerals, =
biodiversity
and parks.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>7. Invite further views through a =
variety
of communication channels.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>8. Receive and review results of the =
public
engagement process.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>9. Prepare a report on key findings, =
themes
and high-level priorities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>10. Present findings to an impartial
strategy panel, acting on behalf of the Minister of Natural Resources, =
which
will serve to inform Phase II of the Department's strategy development =
process.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>11. Present findings to all party =
caucuses.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>12. Release the report to the =
public.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Committee =
Volunteers<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>The Natural Resources Strategy =
Project
Committee will be made up of 12 volunteers who care about the future of =
Nova
Scotia's natural <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>assets. They will participate as =
individual
citizens, not representatives. They will lead the project - setting =
direction, engaging
the public, analyzing information, and reporting on their =
findings.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Profile of Committee =
Members:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* extensive experience as =
volunteers<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* many community affiliations and
connections<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* ability to work with a team to =
listen to
others<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* commitment to public engagement in =
public
policy development, using inclusive and transparent engagement =
approaches<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'> * strategic
thinkers<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* publicly =
credible<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* willingness to commit time and =
energy
over a 15 month period<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* willingness to use e-tools, such =
as
e-mail, and other innovative methods<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Committee =
Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>The Natural Resources Strategy =
Project
Committee will be chaired by a volunteer who will work collaboratively =
with the
Voluntary Planning Executive Director and Project Coordinator. The Chair =
will
act as spokesperson for the Committee, based on the communication plan =
and decisions
made by the Committee and the Voluntary Planning Board of =
Directors.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Characteristics of Natural Resources
Strategy Project Committee Chair<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* high profile citizen =
volunteer<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* credibility with the =
public<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* leadership skills - collaborative =
style<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* inspires others to work as a team =
toward
a common goal<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>* highly skilled in chairing and
facilitating meetings<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'> * excellent =
communicator<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Time-frame of =
Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>The Committee will be convened in =
October
2007 and carry out its work over a 15 month period ending in December =
2008.
During this time, the Committee will meet at regular intervals as =
required. The
public interface period is planned for January to June =
2008.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Resources for the Natural Resources
Strategy Project Committee<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>The Natural Resources Strategy =
Project
Committee will be supported by a staff team led by the Voluntary =
Planning
Project Coordinator. It will have a budget that will enable a proactive =
and
inclusive public engagement process to be used to accomplish its =
work.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Reporting and =
Accountability<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>The Natural Resources Strategy =
Project
Committee will report to the Board of Directors of Voluntary Planning as
requested about its engagement work and final report. The Board of =
Directors is
ultimately accountable for the work done by project committees operating =
under
its auspices.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Recruitment and Selection of =
Committee
Volunteers<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Committee volunteers will be chosen =
on the
basis of ability, experience and the degree to which they help the team =
reflect
the diversity of Nova Scotia's society. Voluntary Planning welcomes =
suggestions
for Committee members. Voluntary Planning will select the Committee =
Chair and
other members. Volunteers will be eligible for reimbursement of travel =
costs
incurred as a participant on the Committee.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Voluntary Planning has asked for
Expressions of Interest for anyone interested in being a volunteer. =
Expressions
of interest in being considered as a Committee member should be sent to =
Rita
Fraser, Project Coordinator, Voluntary Planning, on or before Monday, =
October
1, 2007:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>By e-mail to: =
volplan@gov.ns.ca<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>By fax to: (902) =
424-0580<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Or by mail to:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Suite 600, Joseph Howe =
Building<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>1690 Hollis Street, Halifax, NS, B3J =
3J9<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><span =
style=3D'font-size:11.0pt;
font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"'>Please include a resume and brief =
statement
about personal background and relevance to the Natural Resources =
Strategy
Project Committee. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=3DMsoNormal =
style=3D'margin-bottom:12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></p>
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