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Chamber Travel Opportunities!

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Join us as we explore the Wonders of the World through safe, unique and exciting tours!

The Yarmouth & Area Chamber of Commerce and Indus Travel have teamed up to offer one-of-a-kind adventures. Visit historic cities and famous landmarks while you dine on authentic cuisine and immerse yourself in local cultures.

Chamber Travel trips are open to members and non-members alike, and provide a once in a lifetime affordable travel experience! Our next trip will be departing in September, 2026.

Discover Ireland: A 10-Day Group Travel Experience with the Yarmouth & Area Chamber of Commerce

Departing September 7, 2026 · From Halifax · Only C$4,999 (Airfare Included)
Single Supplement: C$1,499 · Early-Bird Discount Available Until December 16, 2025 (save $100)

TOUR SUMMARY:
This spectacular journey begins with your flight from Halifax to Dublin, where the charm, culture, and warmth of Ireland await. From exploring the lively streets of historic cities to witnessing some of the most stunning natural wonders in the world, this itinerary offers the perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and discovery.
Highlights include:

  • Touring Dublin’s historic districts and visiting EPIC: The Irish Emigration Museum

  • Kissing the legendary Stone of Eloquence at Blarney Castle

  • Driving the iconic Ring of Kerry, home to mountains, coastline, and charming Irish villages

  • Experiencing the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher and the lunar-like Burren Region

  • Exploring Galway and cruising along the River Corrib

  • Venturing into the wild beauty of Connemara, including visits to Kylemore Abbey and Dan O’Hara’s homestead

Whether you’re drawn to culture, history, or natural scenery, Ireland delivers memories that last a lifetime.

✨ Trip Highlights

According to the tour materials, you will:

  • Explore Dublin, Ireland’s medieval capital, on a half-day guided tour

  • Visit Blarney Castle and its world-famous Stone of Eloquence

  • Travel the Ring of Kerry, one of Ireland’s most breathtaking routes

  • Discover the Cliffs of Moher, rising 700 feet above the Atlantic

  • Marvel at the fractured limestone landscape of The Burren

  • Enjoy a cruise on Lough Corrib, complete with scones and Irish coffee

  • Visit the historic Kylemore Abbey and its miniature Gothic cathedral

  • Immerse yourself in Irish heritage at the Irish Emigration Museum

  • Enjoy daily Irish breakfasts, two included dinners, and hand-selected superior hotels throughout the trip

Optional add-on experiences include:

  • Jaunting car ride in Killarney National Park

  • Medieval banquet at Bunratty Castle

  • Evening entertainment at Taylor’s Three Rock

  • Full-day Belfast tour from Dublin

️ Accommodations

The tour includes 8 nights of accommodation in superior-class hotels across Dublin, Kerry, Limerick, and Galway, plus one night onboard your flight. All accommodations are based on twin sharing.

What’s Included

This package is designed for convenience and value, offering a nearly all-inclusive experience:

  • Roundtrip international airfare from Halifax

  • 8 nights in superior hotels

  • Daily Irish breakfasts & 2 hotel dinners

  • All transfers, modern AC motorcoach transportation, and porterage

  • Expert English-speaking driver/guide

  • All sightseeing as per the itinerary

  • Entrance to major attractions, including Blarney Castle, Cliffs of Moher, Kylemore Abbey, and EPIC Museum

  • Air taxes, fuel surcharges, and all local taxes

Daily Itinerary Snapshop

A detailed day-by-day outline is provided in the tour document, including:

  • Day 1: Depart Halifax

  • Day 2: Arrive in Dublin

  • Day 3–4: Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry

  • Day 5: Cliffs of Moher & The Burren

  • Day 6–7: Galway & Connemara

  • Day 8–9: Dublin touring and leisure

  • Day 10: Return to Halifax

Pricing & Early Bird Offer

  • C$4,999 per person (airfare included)

  • Single Supplement: C$1,499

  • Save C$100 with an early-bird booking made before December 16, 2025

Experience Ireland Brochure

Want to Join the Journey?

To book or ask questions, contact:

Richard Piotrowski
Yarmouth & Area Chamber of Commerce
902-742-3074
richard@yarmouthchamberofcommerce.com

Nataliya Maksymova (Indus Travel)
604-279-8794 ext. 828
nataliya@indus.travel
8:30 am – 5:00 pm PST

Experience Ireland Brochure
Indus Travel

Indus Travels is an award-winning Tour Operator offering value vacations to over 80 destinations around the world. Indus Tours are designed by Expert Tour Planners with the freedom and flexibility of passengers in mind.

The Indus Travel Experts are highly knowledgeable and passionate about helping clients design their dream vacations and prepare for unforgettable adventures.

Physician appreciation awards presented at ceremony in Yarmouth

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Awards were nominated by colleagues and the community
SaltWire Network | Posted: March 23, 2023, 2:40 p.m. | Updated: March 23, 2023, 6:39 p.m. | 5 Min Read


Dr. Michelle Cain received the Family Medicine Physician of the Year, which was presented to her by Dr. Shelagh Leahey.

YARMOUTH, NS – A recent physician appreciation reception was held in Yarmouth to celebrate excellence in local physician services.

The event was sponsored by the Yarmouth Regional Medical Professional Recruitment Partnership and the Office of Health Professional Recruitment.

The event was attended by local doctors from Shelburne, Yarmouth and Digby counties, their family members, and other stakeholders.

Twelve awards were handed out, which included 11 awards nominated by colleagues and one award nominated by the communities at large.


Dr. Tyler Green received the Making a Daily Difference Award, which was presented to him by Dr. Joe Gillis.


Dr. Brian Moses received the Life-Long Learner Award, which was presented to him by Dr. Peter Loveridge

“Despite the obvious challenges to health care at the moment, we have excellent care given locally by our physicians and it is important that we recognize that,” said Rebecca Cassidy, Community Navigator of Medical Professional Attraction, Recruitment, Retention.

“Our excellent collegial spirit here was obvious with great participation from physicians nominating their co-workers,” she said.

“It was also an opportunity to acknowledge the physicians who have retired since 2019 and those who have passed away.”


Dr. Joe Gillis received the Healthy Communities Leader Award, which was presented to him by Councillor Patti Durkee, Municipality of the District of Yarmouth, and Chair of the Municipal Doctor Recruitment and Retention Committee, who are members of the partnership. – Contributed


Dr. Erica Lasher-Coates received the Rising Star Award, which was presented by Dr. Michelle Dow.

The award recipients were:

• Outstanding Resident: Dr. Emma Crawley

• Rising Star: Dr. Erica Lasher-Coates

• Mentor Champion: Dr. Abir Hussein

• Dedicated Mental Health & Continuing Care Physician Award: Dr. Julie Chandler

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advocate: Dr. Tessa Boudreau

• Making a Daily Difference: Dr. Tyler Green

• Distinguished Recruitment Partner: Dr. Michelle Dow

• Life-Long Learner: Dr. Brian Moses

• Family Medicine Physician of the Year: Dr. Michelle Cain

• Specialist of the Year: Dr. Elissa Cohen

• Healthy Communities Leader: Dr. Joe Gillis

• Healthcare Hero: Dr. Ashley McCormick. This was the award nominated by community members.


Dr. Emma Crawley received the Outstanding Resident Award, presented by Dr. Erica Lasher-Coates.


Dr. Courtney Mazeroll accepted the Healthcare Hero Award on behalf of Dr. Ashley McCormick. The award was presented by Mayor Pam Mood. – Contributed

COVID-19 Vulnerability Report

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Released today, the Atlantic Provinces Economic Council’s (APEC) latest report, commissioned by the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce (ACC), reveals how differences in industry and demographic factors may shape the recovery for the 47 counties and divisions in Atlantic Canada.

Travel-related, customer-facing and commodity-based industries are among the most negatively affected by COVID-19. Rural areas are typically more vulnerable to these economic impacts because of their greater dependence on these industries.

The Atlantic Industry Vulnerability Index used in this report measures the share of the labour force in industries that have been most adversely impacted by COVID-19. There are large differences between counties ranging from 18% to 53%. Yarmouth came in at 41.3% which is high and due to a larger share of the labour force in at-risk industries. The greatest relative risk is its dependence upon the primary (fishing), manufacturing (seafood) and retail industries.

 

The report also contains dashboards and comparative tables for all counties and divisions in Atlantic Canada, identifying key variables that measure their vulnerability to COVID-19 including health, labour force and long-term structural indicators. When it comes to Yarmouth County the report identifies a number of concerns. 

Labour force vulnerability of the county is rated ‘yellow’, there is a large Indigenous population and median income is low. Both Indigenous and low-income workers are at greater risk from the employment impacts of COVID-19. Health vulnerability is rated ‘yellow’ because the county has a high share of seniors that have a greater health risk from COVID-19. Overall physical and mental health was relatively good pre-pandemic. Long-term economic vulnerability has been rated ‘red’ as a result that  income and education levels are relatively low, and population growth is slow which might impede future growth prospects.

This report is intended to help communities and governments as they develop informed strategies to support their recovery. Further, governments should consider the distinctive aspects of urban and rural areas in their plans to support the recovery of all regions.

Love Yarmouth – A Buy Local Campaign

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Today, the Yarmouth & Area Chamber of Commerce is launching a new campaign to encourage businesses, government, organizations and citizens to do business locally.

We have all been affected by this pandemic and there is much uncertainty. But as we look to adapt to a new normal, one thing is very clear; the local economy will depend on all of us as a community to come together and show we LOVE YARMOUTH.

We are encouraging citizens to take the Love Yarmouth pledge, to learn more visit: www.loveyarmouth.com

#LOVEYARMOUTHNS