Wireless Communications and Health

Industry Canada - Spectrum Managment and Telecommunications Branch has released a resource for Canadians regarding Wireless Communications and Health.

This information will assist people in knowing about the potenial health risks, and what the Government of Canada, does to protect Canadians from excessive RF exposure.

http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/smt-gst.nsf/eng/sf09591.html
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Intelligent Communities nurtured through Excellence in Governance

As part of my series of blogs over the past few months, I have focused on what I believe are 12 key steps or considerations that we need to be aware of in creating successful intelligent communities around the world. The first four steps are creating a high quality INFRASTRUCTURE; exceptional EDUCATION creating, attracting talent and sustaining skilled knowledge workers; attracting and nurturing INNOVATION and CREATIVITY, nurturing superior and inspiring LEADERSHIP; and today I would like to add the notion of achieving excellence in GOVERANCE in intelligent communities. I believe that demonstrating excellence in governance is extremely important in order to attract investors, especially foreign investors, and in creating a superb climate in one’s community that attracts talent and nurtures innovation and creativity...Read the whole article at the Intelligent Communities Website

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Leadership in Successful Intelligent Communities - Doing the Right Things!

You have no doubt heard the real estate mantra: Location, Location, Location! I would like to add another mantra for successful communities: Leadership, Leadership, Leadership! In my various experiences with cities that I have become familiar with around the world, effective leadership is a major factor in differentiating one community from another. Sometimes it comes through a local political leader; at other times it can be through (click here to read the rest)

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GlobaAlive Aims to Launch WIND as Major Wireless Carrier

On August 11th, 2009 the Globe and Mail reported that GlobeAlive will launch "Wind" in Canada with the aim of becoming Canada's 4th major wireless player. This launch will see Wind join the market place of other major wireless carriers such as Bell, Rogers, and Telus.

For more information on this story visit:
http://www.cbc.ca/technology/story/2009/08/11/globalive-wind-canada-wireless.html
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www.mcnet.ca

Office Manager Required

Office Manager - Bracebridge - Open

MCN requires an Office Manager who will work closely with the Executive Director to meet the goals and objectives of the organization and project delivery.

This position will be exciting, challenging and rewarding for the right candidate. This position requires an individual who has strong skills in office administration.

Passion for technology projects, and dealing with the public will round out the ideal candidate.

Responsibilities include:
Office Administration
Responding to public inquiries
Minimal travel in Muskoka
Support to other staff functions at MCN

Required skills include:
Office Administration
Book keeping
Minute taking
Report development
Excellent time management skills
Written and oral proficiency in English
Proficiency with the Microsoft® Office Suite
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills

Preferred skills include:
Knowledge of telecommunications and internet technologies
Knowledge of the Muskoka/Almaguin area

If you can demonstrate that you hold the required and preferred skills and are interested in working on this exciting project please forward your covering letter and resume in Word or PDF format to rob.mcphee@mcnet.ca or fax to (705)-646-9522. Please include your salary expectations with your submission.

The closing date for this competition is: August 21st, 2009 - 4:00pm - Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.

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