DSCP: New Project Development

Uniting Canada’s East & West dow023

Since re-establishing myself back in Ontario I’ve spent a considerable amount of time reflecting, meditating, and organizing my thoughts. Since the great recession of 2008 many families continue to struggle financially. Ontario has been particularly hit hard and although the future is bright with the positive prospects of the Cleantech & Renewable Energy sector emerging the reality is in a globalized competitive market we need to unite and work together as a country.  

Why Downey Social Capital Partners

Our ability to work together inter-provincially to advance the common good of our nation will be vital to surviving and thriving in this  globalized economy. That is why it is more important than ever to make solid direct investments into our countries Human Capital. Inspired in an effort to help others in their journey west and to support projects in the east of our country as well as globally, we’ve developed Downey Social Capital Partners (DSCP) a Federal Non-Profit Social-Enterprise that focuses on 3 core values and characteristics of personal development that lead to success, Financial Literacy, Education and Health Promotion, these core values come from the principle that an individuals family, hard-work and health should always come first. Sometimes that might require delayed gratification (sacrifice) but putting in the work is necessary to achieve and live a happy lifestyle that is to your unique individual desires and satisfaction. It is the organizations belief that this is the foundation to a quality life that creates the conditions for prosperity and happiness. 

Leadership Development and Executive Coaching

Professional Development

I have always encouraged and supported the practice and development of professional executive coaching. Any young or seasoned professional that is developing businesses or working within established corporations can gain and benefit from the insights of a coach in the business world.  Nikoleta understands the challenges of today’s business leaders.  And it is for that reason that I highly recommend Nikoleta & Associates services particularly for those within my network who want to take things to the next level. 

Founder of Nikoleta & Associates.

Founder of Nikoleta & Associates.

The Power of Executive Coaching

The process of becoming a leader involves commitment to growth, courage and penetrating guidance.  At Nikoleta & Associates, we offer executive coaching and leadership development services designed to forge each client’s individual journey.

Executive Coaching – Executive coaching begins where the clients are, not where they think they should be – at Nikoleta & Associates, this is the origin of the journey.  Executive coaching can accelerate a leader’s commitment to growth, propel team effectiveness and cohesion, and serve a strategic purpose for transition.  Nikoleta & Associates is committed to helping executives garner the full opportunity that transitions offer, whether these transitions are between traditional jobs, between roles within a firm, or the day to day mini-transitions that highlight the executive’s inner challenges to growth and self-authorization

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French Prime Minister Jean-Marc Ayrault Coming to Canada

February 24, 2013
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced that he will welcome Jean-Marc Ayrault, Prime Minister of the French Republic, to Ottawa on March 13-14, 2013, as part of his official visit to Canada.

“Canada’s relationship with France is rooted in our deep historic, cultural and linguistic ties. Our countries are key commercial partners and cooperate closely on global issues of strategic importance,” said the Prime Minister. “I look forward to welcoming Prime Minister Ayrault to Ottawa and exploring ways to further deepen the strong Canada-France relationship.”

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Photo via www.gala.fr, 15 mai, 12  Jean-Christian Hay

This will be Prime Minister Ayrault’s first official visit to Canada since he took office in May 2012. The visit will provide an opportunity for both leaders to discuss matters of shared interest, including the global economy, trade and investment, progress towards a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement with the European Union, and international matters such as the situation in Mali.

The French Prime Minister’s visit to Canada builds on the momentum established during Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s meeting with President François Hollande in Paris in June 2012, and on the margins of the Francophonie Summit in October 2012.

 


Copyright (2013) The Prime Minister’s Office – Communications

Government working with Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada

PM Harper aannounces support for defibrillators in community hockey arenas

February 21, 2013
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced that the Government of Canada is working with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (HSFC) to put in place Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and related training in community hockey arenas across the country in order to help save lives.

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“Our Government is committed to protecting the health and safety of Canadians while encouraging active and healthy lifestyles,” said the Prime Minister. “We are proud to work with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada and its partners to provide defibrillators and trained personnel to use them at community arenas across the country.”

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