Nova Scotia Timber Loan Board

To see how our goals align with Department of Natural resources and Renewables check out business plan on website! https://nstimberloan.ca/about/

Have a sap-tastic Friday!

NSTLB offers tailored lending solutions to meet the needs of the Provinces forestry industry. 🌳

The Nova Scotia Timber Loan Board provides clients with flexibility to ensure long-term success within their operation!

We get that your processes business is as unique as a one-of-a-kind tree, and just like the branches, our financing options are tailored to ensure your business’s long-term success!

To learn more or apply Visit: https://nstimberloan.ca/processing/

At the Nova Scotia Timber Loan Board we offer both open and closed interest rates, so clients can choose what best suits their needs.

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Happy Wednesday!

Learn more about the Working Capital Loan on our website!

Interested in a Timber Loan, or wondering how loan security is arranged, hopefully this FAQ provides clarity.

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We understand that equipment is crucial to the success of your business, NSTLB provides individuals with affordable financing on both new and used equipment. These loans have competitive interest rates, flexible payment options, and are curated to Nova Scotia's forestry sector.

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Hint* In the late 1800's this tree was a popular Christmas tree. This was short-lived because the branches were not strong enough to hold ornaments.

Have you tried Scotia Woodlot Owners and Operators Association's online goals assessment tool designed to help you identify and prioritize your personal goals for woodland ownership?

Visit https://www.nswooa.ca/what-are-your-goals.html to learn more.

Please join us in welcoming Alayne Jackson, the newest member to join our team:

🌳 Alayne is from the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia.
🌳 She has 3 kids, 1 Shih Tzu and 3 cats.
🌳 She is an avid home gardener, experimenting with less commonly grown greenhouse plants. This year she’s trying peanuts, stevia and scotch bonnet peppers!
🌳 Her background includes a business degree and a certificate in risk management and 15 years of experience in small business development.

Trees will grow almost anywhere in Nova Scotia, including old fields and forest sites that have been harvested. As long as there are good seed sources – either from standing trees or from seeds that have been buried in the top layers of the soil – trees will flourish.

The Crown Lending Agency has proven that for over 100 years we stand with Nova Scotia businesses, through all industry cycles.

How Does a Forest Grow?

A forest grows much like a garden. When there are a lot of trees, they compete for light, water and nutrients. The result of too much competition is a lot of slow-growing trees of moderate timber quality. When there are too few trees, growth potential is lost, and much of the growth is concentrated in young seedlings, again of varying quality. In either case, the forest is not producing timber at its maximum potential.

Photo: Scott Leslie

Thinking about applying but don't yet have life insurance? We can help with that.

Applications open today for the Ecological Forest Equipment program administered by Nova Scotia Community College - NSCC.

The NS Timber Loan Board has launched The Ecological Forestry Equipment Financing Program which aims to support eligible forestry businesses with the adoption of sustainable forestry practices. This financing is designed to be complementary to the Ecological Forestry Equipment Program and can assist eligible forest businesses in acquiring harvesting equipment suitable for ecologically sustainable harvesting practices.

To learn more about the Ecological Forest Equipment program, visit https://www.nscc.ca/forest/funding/equipment-grants/index.asp

To learn more about the NS Timber Loan Board's complementary financing product, visit https://nstimberloan.ca/ecological-forestry-equipment/

NSCC Centre of Forest Innovation

Looking for an opportunity to serve your community, make a difference and expand your professional network?

The Government of Nova Scotia is seeking people from diverse backgrounds and communities to serve on agencies, boards, and commissions (ABCs). Participating on an ABC is an opportunity to have input on issues that matter to you and to help unite communities through public service.

You can now apply to volunteer for various roles across more than 140 ABCs.

All Nova Scotia residents are invited to apply. Applications for adjudicative board opportunities are due by Wednesday, May 22, 2024. Non-adjudicative board positions are open for applications year-round.

To learn more about current opportunities and to apply, visit:
NovaScotia.ca/abc or call 902-424-4877 or 1-866-206-6844.

Another one for you. Who has a guess?

Have you RSVP'd to our Information Session yet?

Attendees can expect presentations on the Nova Scotia Timber Loan Board, Dept. of Natural Resources and Renewables, NSCC Centre of Forest Innovation and CLIMAtlantic. This is your chance to connect with knowledgeable staff and Board members who will be on hand to engage in discussions, answer questions and collect feedback.

Light refreshments will be served. Sessions are open all. To ensure your spot, RSVP to [email protected].

For further details and updates check out our Event listing: https://fb.me/e/3rpX802Wc

We can't wait to see you there!

Our Director, Brennan Goreham, addressed attendees at the NS Forestry Contractors Association AGM last week in Debert.

🌎This , Nova Scotia leads the way to reduce plastic. We are committed to keeping our land and water healthy and sustainable for generations to come.
Together, we are creating a greener, cleaner Nova Scotia. 💚

Your processing business is unique, so is our financing. Whether you’re looking to develop a new idea or expand an existing business, we’ll work with you to develop a loan structure that best suits individual business needs.

https://nstimberloan.ca/processing/

Are you familiar with the safety procedure for uncoupling Tractor Semi-Trailers?

- Position Rig.
- Ease pressure on locking jaws.
- Lower the support legs until firm contact is made.
- Disconnect air lines and electrical cable.
- Unlock fifth wheel.
- Pull tractor partially clear of trailer.
- Release trailer park brake.
- Secure tractor.
- Inspect trailer support.
- Pull tractor clear of trailer.

Source: https://fss.ns.ca/uncoupling-tractors/

Meet Colin Hirtle, a Loan Officer on our lending team:

🪓 Colin lives in Aylesford with his wife Elizabeth, and 3 kids.
🪓Colin has worked for the Province since 2014.
🪓 He enjoys raising livestock and tending to his bees.
🪓 Colin was previously an Agriculture Rep in the Western region for Kings and West Hants Counties.

Join the Nova Scotia Timber Loan Board for an in-person information session.

We're heading to Bridgewater on May 2. Sessions are open all. To ensure your spot, RSVP to [email protected].

For further details and updates on the event agendas, be sure to check out our Event page.

We can't wait to see you there!