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Downtown LowDown, produced by the Downtown Halifax Business Commission, will keep listeners up-to-date with what is happening in Downtown Halifax. Each episode includes a feature interview with individuals from the Downtown area as well as a look at new businesses, upcoming events and so much more.

  1. 12/07/2021

    Evergreen Festival and Navigator Street Outreach Program

    We are going to start this episode with an interview with Jenna Rideout. Jenna is the Manager of Marketing and Events at Develop Nova Scotia, and she is going to tell us all about the Evergreen Festival. And Paul MacKinnon, CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission, is going to join me for a chat with Eric Jonsson. Eric is the Program Coordinator for the Navigator Street Outreach Program, and he is going to give us some suggestions on donating this holiday season. And on Biz Buzz, we have a few business updates and milestones to share, we’ll tell you about some upcoming holidays events to look forward to, and we’ll give you some local gift ideas from our 2021 Downtown Halifax Holiday Gift Guide. Producer: Allana MacDonald Mills Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) 104-1546 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3X7 (902) 423-6658 Host: Allana MacDonald Mills Guests: Jenna Rideout - https://www.evergreenfestns.com/ Eric Jonsson - Navigator Street Outreach Program Phone: (902) 209-6517  https://navigatorstreetoutreach.ca/ Paul MacKinnon - CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission paul@downtownhalifax.ca Bizz Buzz: Gabrielle Malone, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Michael Boyd, owner of Podcast Atlantic Recorded & Edited by: Michael Boyd of Podcast Atlantic michaelboyd@podcastatlantic.com Music: “Patching Holes (in a Sinking Ship)” by Bigideas Visit us at: downtownhalifax.ca Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @DowntownHalifax Email us at allana@downtownhalifax.ca

    35 min

  2. 11/16/2021

    Special Holiday Episode - Gahan House Nova Centre, Art 1274 Hollis, Seaport Farmers’ Market & Delightful Downtown.

    And this is a special holiday themed episode of Downtown Lowdown. With the holiday season upon us, we’re going to give you the ‘lowdown’ on what’s happening around Downtown Halifax over the coming weeks to get you in the festive spirit. We are going to start this episode with 3 interviews we did with businesses in Downtown Halifax about how they are preparing for the holidays this year. They include Stephen MacDonald, the General Manager of Gahan House Nova Centre; Colleen Underwood, the President of Art 1274 Hollis; and Sarah Rector, Vendor Relations and Communications Coordinator of the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market. And then Jonathan Goldson, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s Placemaking Manager, and Kimberly Dossett, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s Director of Operations, will give us an update on DELIGHTFUL DOWNTOWN, our new series of vivid light shows and installations taking place around the Downtown area over the holidays and into the new year. And on Biz Buzz, we have a few business updates and milestones to share, we’ll tell you about some upcoming holidays events to look forward to, and we’ll tell you about our Deck the Downtown Grant and our Holiday Gift Guide. Producer: Allana MacDonald Mills Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) 104-1546 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3X7 (902) 423-6658 Host: Allana MacDonald Mills Guests: Stephen MacDonald, the General Manager of Gahan House Nova Centre https://halifax.gahan.ca/ Colleen Underwood, the President of Art 1274 Hollis https://www.art1274hollis.ca/   Sarah Rector, Vendor Relations and Communications Coordinator of the Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market https://www.halifaxfarmersmarket.com/ Jonathan Goldson, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s Placemaking Manager jonathan@downtownhalifax.ca Kimberly Dossett, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s Director of Operations kimberly@downtownhalifax.ca  Jessica Pettigrew Membership Engagement Manager jessica@downtownhalifax.ca  Bizz Buzz: Gabrielle Malone, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Michael Boyd, owner of Podcast Atlantic Recorded & Edited by: Michael Boyd of Podcast Atlantic michaelboyd@podcastatlantic.com Music: “Patching Holes (in a Sinking Ship)” by Bigideas Visit us at: downtownhalifax.ca Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @DowntownHalifax Email us at allana@downtownhalifax.ca

    30 min

  3. 10/12/2021

    Episode 58: Haley Clarke - The Coast

    ON this episode with Haley Clarke from The Coast. Haley is going to tell us all about Halifax Burger Week 2021, including what we can expect and look forward to this year. Paul MacKinnon, CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission, is back with some updates on Nova Scotia’s Proof of Full Vaccination Policy and how it will affect businesses Downtown, and what to expect as we more forward in a more cautious approach to Phase 5 of the provincial’s Re-Opening Plan. And on Biz Buzz, we have a few business updates and milestones to share, we’ll tell you about some upcoming events in Downtown Halifax, and we’ll share some ideas of some fun things to do and see this fall in Downtown Halifax. Producers: Ivy Ho and Allana MacDonald Mills Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) 104-1546 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3X7 (902) 423-6658 Hosts: Allana MacDonald Mills and Ivy Ho Guests: Paul MacKinnon, CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission https://downtownhalifax.ca/ Haley Clarke, The Coast https://www.thecoast.ca/ Bizz Buzz: Gabrielle Malone, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Michael Boyd, owner of Podcast Atlantic Recorded & Edited by: Michael Boyd of Podcast Atlantic michaelboyd@podcastatlantic.com Music: “Patching Holes (in a Sinking Ship)” by Bigideas Visit us at: downtownhalifax.ca Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @DowntownHalifax Email us at: ivy@downtownhalifax.ca or allana@downtownhalifax.ca

    37 min

  4. 09/28/2021

    Episode 57: to Jessica Pettigrew, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s new Membership Engagement Manager

    Today, Ivy will be talking to Jessica Pettigrew, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s new Membership Engagement Manager. Jessica is responsible for connecting the members of DHBC with the organization, primarily through personal contact, engaging volunteers, managing the Downtown Halifax Welcome Centre, maintaining DHBC’s Member database, and helping maintain a membership-based culture throughout the organization. On Biz Buzz, we have some business updates and milestones to share, we’ll tell you about some upcoming events in Downtown Halifax including the Prismatic Arts Festival and Burger Week, and we’ll also talk about Off the Eaten Path and the Downtown Halifax Holiday Gift Guide. Producers: Ivy Ho and Allana MacDonald Mills Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) 104-1546 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3X7 (902) 423-6658 Hosts: Allana MacDonald Mills and Ivy Ho Guests: Jessica Pettigrew, Downtown Halifax Business Commission Membership Engagement Manager Bizz Buzz: Gabrielle Malone, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Michael Boyd, owner of Podcast Atlantic Recorded & Edited by: Michael Boyd of Podcast Atlantic michaelboyd@podcastatlantic.com Music: “Patching Holes (in a Sinking Ship)” by Bigideas Visit us at: downtownhalifax.ca Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @DowntownHalifax Email us at: ivy@downtownhalifax.ca or allana@downtownhalifax.ca

    21 min

  5. 09/14/2021

    Episode 56: Jonathan Goldson, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s new Placemaking Manager

    Jonathan Goldson, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s new Placemaking Manager. Jonathan is responsible for the management and execution of DHBC’s placemaking programs, events, and initiatives. He has a passion for creating vibrant and inclusive public spaces with a strong understanding of how such spaces impact the community.  On Biz Buzz, we have business updates and milestones, we’ll tell you about some upcoming events in Downtown Halifax including the Art of City Building Conference, and we will also tell you about the Merchant Validation Program with HotSpot. Producers: Ivy Ho and Allana MacDonald Mills Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) 104-1546 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3X7 (902) 423-6658 Hosts: Allana MacDonald Mills and Ivy Ho Guests: Jonathan Goldson, Downtown Halifax Business Commission’s new Placemaking Manager Michael Boyd, owner of Podcast Atlantic Recorded & Edited by: Michael Boyd of Podcast Atlantic michaelboyd@podcastatlantic.com Music: “Patching Holes (in a Sinking Ship)” by Bigideas Visit us at: downtownhalifax.ca Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @DowntownHalifax Email us at: ivy@downtownhalifax.ca or allana@downtownhalifax.ca

    40 min

  6. 08/31/2021

    Episode 55: Erin Esiyok-Prime, Director of Marketing and Communications for Events East Group

    After a brief summer hiatus, we are back with an in-person interview with Erin Esiyok-Prime, Director of Marketing and Communications for Events East Group. Erin will be talking to Allana about the re-emergence of events in Downtown Halifax, and how conventions, events, and festivals will play a crucial role in the economic recovery of the Downtown area. She’ll also tell us about some upcoming events to look forward to this fall. On Biz Buzz, we have some business updates and milestones to share, we’ll tell you about our new Placemaking Manager, Jonathan Goldson, we’ll talk things to do this September in Downtown Halifax, and we’ll touch quickly on patio season, parking in Downtown Halifax, and the new Merchant Validation Program with HotSpot for businesses. Producers: Ivy Ho and Allana MacDonald Mills Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) 104-1546 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3X7 (902) 423-6658 Hosts: Allana MacDonald Mills and Ivy Ho Guests: Paul MacKinnon, CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission https://downtownhalifax.ca/ Esiyok-Prime, Director of Marketing and Communications for Events East Group https://www.eventseast.com/ Michael Boyd, owner of Podcast Atlantic Recorded & Edited by: Michael Boyd of Podcast Atlantic michaelboyd@podcastatlantic.com Music: “Patching Holes (in a Sinking Ship)” by Bigideas Visit us at: downtownhalifax.ca Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @DowntownHalifax Email us at: ivy@downtownhalifax.ca or allana@downtownhalifax.ca

    26 min

  7. 07/20/2021

    Episode 54: Wendie L. Wilson - Visual Artist and the Creator and Designer of the African Nova Scotian Flag

    In this episode, Allana will be chatting with Wendie L. Wilson. Wendie is a visual artist and the creator and designer of the African Nova Scotian flag that was unveiled earlier this year during African Heritage Month. Wendie is going to tell us about the new flag, and how businesses and individuals can honour and participate in the first official Emancipation Day on August 1st. On Biz Buzz, we have a few business updates to share, and we’ll talk about Patio Season in Downtown Halifax, Pups on Patios and The Patio Lantern Festival. We’ll also tell you a bit more about our new Meet Me Downtown and Parking campaigns; and we’ll finish with an update on Tunes at Noon. Producers: Ivy Ho and Allana MacDonald Mills Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) 104-1546 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3X7 (902) 423-6658 Hosts: Allana MacDonald Mills and Ivy Ho Guests: Paul MacKinnon, CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission https://downtownhalifax.ca/ Wendie L. Wilson - Visual Artist and the Creator and Designer of the African Nova Scotian Flag Bizz Buzz: Lauren Andrews, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Michael Boyd, owner of Podcast Atlantic Recorded & Edited by: Michael Boyd of Podcast Atlantic michaelboyd@podcastatlantic.com Music: “Patching Holes (in a Sinking Ship)” by Bigideas Visit us at: downtownhalifax.ca Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @DowntownHalifax Email us at: ivy@downtownhalifax.ca or allana@downtownhalifax.ca

    51 min

  8. 07/06/2021

    Episode 53: Mike Leigh, owner of The Bitter End Martini Bar & Restaurant and The Loose Cannon Scottish Public House

    We begin this episode with Mike Leigh, owner of The Bitter End Martini Bar & Restaurant and The Loose Cannon Scottish Public House. We are going to discuss with him the challenges he has faced as a food and beverage business owner during the pandemic, and how they are moving forward now that we are into the third phase of the provincial Re-Opening Plan. And Paul MacKinnon, CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission, is back with some updates on Phase 3 of the provincial Re-Opening Plan, Small Tourism Operators Restart Program, Tourism Accommodations Restart Customer Attraction Program, and extension of the Small Business Real Property Tax Rebate Program. On Biz Buzz, we have a few business updates to share, and we’ll talk about Patio Season in Downtown Halifax, Pups on Patios and The Patio Lantern Festival. We’ll also tell you a bit more about our new Meet Me Downtown and Parking campaigns; and we’ll finish with an update on Tunes at Noon. Producers: Ivy Ho and Allana MacDonald Mills Downtown Halifax Business Commission (DHBC) 104-1546 Barrington Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3X7 (902) 423-6658 Hosts: Allana MacDonald Mills and Ivy Ho Guests: Paul MacKinnon, CEO of Downtown Halifax Business Commission https://downtownhalifax.ca/ Mike Leigh, owner of The Bitter End Martini Bar & Restaurant and The Loose Cannon Scottish Public House Bizz Buzz: Lauren Andrews, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Michael Boyd, owner of Podcast Atlantic Recorded & Edited by: Michael Boyd of Podcast Atlantic michaelboyd@podcastatlantic.com Music: “Patching Holes (in a Sinking Ship)” by Bigideas Visit us at: downtownhalifax.ca Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: @DowntownHalifax Email us at: ivy@downtownhalifax.ca or allana@downtownhalifax.ca

    47 min
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Downtown LowDown, produced by the Downtown Halifax Business Commission, will keep listeners up-to-date with what is happening in Downtown Halifax. Each episode includes a feature interview with individuals from the Downtown area as well as a look at new businesses, upcoming events and so much more.

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