Human capital flight, more commonly referred to as “brain drain”, is the large-scale emigration of a large group of individuals with technical skills or knowledge. (c) Photo Editing Curtsey @UNUSMMG
The Maritimes “Brain Drain”…..Reality ?
Politics
UN Emergency Relief Coordinator’s Key messages on Syria
The Conflict Hits Home & In The Office
A Free Syrian Army fighter carries a baby, the only survivor in his family after an artillery round destroyed his home in Aleppo this month. Photograph: Sipa USA/Rex Features
You hear politicians in Ottawa everyday talking about foreign policy, values, etc. However I had the opportunity last week to interview for myself a young man who just arrived back to Canada a month ago after living in Damacaus, Syria for the last 15 years.
The job candidate was a first generation Canadian who was born to Syrian parents who immigrated to Canada in the 1980’s. After reviewing his profile I noticed that he was indeed the same age as me 27. He presented very well like a solid young professional. He had excellent work experience and a strong educational background. Before the conflict he was working in the Aerospace industry as a flight controller, with a bright future ahead. He had a home, car, career, a family with a very bright future. However he had to leave it all behind because in the end his personal health and safety was more important then any material wealth or societal status could ever be. I came away after speaking with the candidate really wanting to know more about the situation on the ground in Syria.
Last week I watched the 60 Minutes special on the internal Syria conflict. I also followed the American presidential debate between Obama and Romney that was on foreign policy. This was done in a hope that some substantive things would be talked about however these mediums left me unsatisfied. Fortunately I was follow @UN on twitter and was able to come across some very important information that addressed my concerns from the direct sources involved in the relief coordination.
Justin Trudeau – Federal Liberal Leadership Run
“BE PART OF THE CHANGE”
– JUSTIN TRUDEAU
“I love this country and I want to serve it. I am running because I believe this country wants and needs new leadership. As the Conservative government is taking this country in a direction most Canadians don’t want it to go, we need a vision for Canada’s future grounded not in the politics of envy or mistrust. One that understands, despite all the blessings beneath our feet, that our greatest strength is above ground, in our people. All Canadians, pulling together, determined to build a better life, a better Canada. I was born into a unique circumstance. I owe a great deal to Canada and to Canadians. I really believe in the old adage that he, to whom much is given, much is required. And I’ve been given a lot. I don’t expect anybody to support me because of who my father was. I intend to earn it.” Continue reading
#FaqMP Aboriginal Affairs Committee Question
Kyle Seeback who is a member of the Federal Government Aboriginal Affairs Committee will be on FaqMP. I was asked to submit a question for the show on Twitter so I did on behalf of the Eastern Woodland Métis Nation and the next generation of young entrepreneurs.
“The current Aboriginal Business Canada funding process takes to long to reach the entrepreneur”
How will the government help ensure this is rectified?”
I am really looking forward to hearing the response to this question and thank #FAQMP for taking the initiative to reach out.
You can view #FaqMP website here: http://faqmp.ichannel.ca/
(District 7) – Peninsula South Open Letter
RE: Gerry Walsh Halifax HRM Elections 2012 (District 7) Candidate Endorsement.
“A man’s character is best judged by his actions not his intents.”
I have had the opportunity and honor of getting to know Gerry Walsh as a professional and person over the last 5 years. In that time I have always found Gerry to be extremely genuine in his intents and firm in his actions. He understands the unique cultural, economic, and political challenges our region faces at a local and national level. That is why Gerry has a solid plan and list of priorities to help navigate and protect our interest creating the foundation for us to prosper over next four years if elected this October 20th, 2012. The people of our community deserve to be represented by someone with class and dignity who doesn’t just talk about accountability but who embodies it. He has proven and shown himself worthy of the public’s trust.
Sex, Lies and Julian Assange
“However difficult it may be to bring it about, some form of world government, with a
greed international law and means of enforcing the law, is inevitable.” – John Boyd Orr – Nobel Peace Prize Winner
He had just humiliated the most powerful nation in the world, heading one of the most controversial cyber operations in history. So when Julian Assange arrived in Sweden in August 2010 he was greeted like a conquering hero.(Chronological Events Guidelines Summary)
Siemens Investing In Canadian Growth
Today within the Globe & Mail very exciting news was released by one of the worlds most established and well respected corporations. “Siemensis looking to Canada to boost growth“ read the headline. I couldn’t help but smile with a sense of validation and pride about this very positive news. 
It is exactly the right kind of news Canadian industry workers and professionals have been waiting to hear. I found this news especially exciting considering Siemens long established commitment to global clean energy commercialization to see what I mean click on this link here.
The New Halifax Convention Center
I wish lots of success to this new project and look forward to seeing the hole in the middle of downtown replaced with this beautiful new Convention Center. However betting the future of the Nova Scotia’s economy on conventions, tourism, and other consumer discretionary sectors is simply irresponsible and new strategies should be developed very soon.
New Halifax Convention Center (Photo Credit: Hfx Chronicle Herald )
Facebook Response To The New Halifax Convention Center 07/12/12
We’re excited about today’s announcement!
Did you know? The average convention delegate can spend up to four times as much as the average visitor to Nova Scotia. Just one national or international convention of 1,000 delegates can result in over $1 million of new spending in our provincial economy – in shops, restaurants, hotels and on transportation. – NSBI
Let’s Talk About What We Are Fighting For
“In a world darkened by ethnic conflicts that tear nations apart, Canada stands as a model of how people of different cultures can live and work together in peace, prosperity, and mutual respect.” – Bill Clinton
The Cause Is What Is Important
The story dominating headlines early this week in Canadian politics was Liberal MP Justin Trudeau’s victory in the boxing ring. Proving the odds makers wrong he beat up a younger perceived “stronger” opponent in Senator Patrick Brazeau. Justin had no need to rope-a-dope, as I had assumed might be his strategy. Instead the match was settled by a TKO in the 3rd round. Although the showmanship and games grabbed the headlines the cause it was for was very important.
Photo Curtousey: The National Post (Lockheed Martin)
The boxing match between Trudeau and Brazeau started to make me think about what we are fighting for as a country. As individuals we all have our own unique interest, motivations, influences, dreams and ambitions that we fight for. We work towards our dreams because we were taught by our parents, mentors and heroes that our dreams could and would come true and to not let anyone stand in our way. From a political observer’s position this logic is clearly something that has been a rallying point amongst the Conservative Party of Canada. In 2011, after several minority parliaments, Canadians decided to elect what they were told was going to be a “a strong, majority, conservative, government” that would lead us through the economic crisis. Continue reading
Top Documentary: Here Comes The Sun
“Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.” – Buddha
It has become self-evident in my inner circle and for those around me at work that I have become extremely passionate about the Clean Technology sector. My rational behind this is very simple; it represents a different way of thinking and seeing the world. It represents unity, balance, and sustainability. These are principles that I believe are fundamental to a healthy lifestyle. In my last Top Documentary Selection: There Is No Tomorrow there was a lot of fear and facts used to suggest that our future here on earth was very bleak. The quotes below from friends and family are a sample of first reactions after seeing the video.