About Loren
I was born and raised in Pembroke, the son of a farmer. During my youth, I worked on the farm, in the local fish plant and was a hired hand aboard fishing vessels.
From 1976 – 1991 I owned and operated a fishing enterprise and a landscape company.
From 1991-2008 I was employed in Municipal Government,
2009 to 2011 I attended NSCC Burridge Campus and graduated with a Diploma in Business Administration- Management. After graduation, I returned to the private sector;
I now own, and operate a project and property management business. My wife Linda and I have been married 46 years and we have three children: Karen Anne, Aimee and Ryan. We are also very proud grandparents of Michael and Anna Mae, Hudson, Cameron, Julia and Wesley.
Personal Attributes:
Excellent problem solving skills
Work cooperatively with others
Strong organizational and communication skills
Highly dedicated and loyal
Education and Certificates:
2009 to 2011 Nova Scotia Community College, Burridge Campus, Yarmouth, Business Management Diploma
2001 to 2011 Certified in various Nova Scotia Construction Safety Associations and St. John Ambulance Programs:
Standard First Aid
Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
Principles of Loss Control and Loss Control Audit
Occupational Health and Safety Environmental Monitoring and Compliance On-Site Installers Hazard Identification and Control
1971 Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School
High School Diploma
Community Involvement:
2008 to 2015 President of the Bay Shore Community Hall, Pembroke
2009 to 2015 Organize weekly kitchen parties at our Community Hall with music and fellowship and assisted in our Annual Pembroke Days and entertained seniors at various Senior Complexes up to 2015
2015 to present President of the Bay Shore Community Hall, Pembroke
2008 to 2018 with the help of many volunteers the Pembroke Community Hall was able to raise $24000 towards a major renovation project to our hall that included accessible washrooms male and female and addition of a working kitchen with two stoves and two fridges to allow additional fundraising activities.
2018 Along with our executive of the Pembroke hall we able to secure intergovernmental funding for major renovation to the hall.
2011 Deputy Grand Knight, Knights of Columbus Council 2181
2012 Choir Director for the Men’s Choir of the Knights of Columbus
2016 to 2018 Grand Knight, Knights of Columbus Council 2181
2018 to 2019 Chairperson for the 2019 State Convention for the Knights of Columbus that was held in 2019 in Yarmouth.
2016 to present Councilor for District 6 for the Municipality of Yarmouth
Volunteer Awards:
2006 15 Year Recognition and Appreciation Certificate
Town of Yarmouth
2001 Safety Incentive Award
Town of Yarmouth
Recreational Activities:
Fall of 1971 I was involved with the first hockey school held at the Yarmouth
1968 to 2009 I played hockey at various levels and was involved with coaching hockey. I was a Director of various levels within the Minor Hockey system, organized yearly hockey schools for Minor Hockey, was involved with Hockey Nova Scotia and Hockey Canada doing various training camps across Nova Scotia and was the head lead for ESSO Fun Days which introduced girls into Hockey form Yarmouth to Cape Breton and many arenas in between. I also facilitated Coaching Clinics on behalf of Hockey Nova Scotia form Yarmouth to Halifax and at locations along the South Shore and the Valley. I also did coaching clinics in Spring Hill, Tamagouch and at the University of Cape Breton. During these years of coaching young athletes was an enjoyable time of my life and I helped a number of young hockey players get involved in hockey and as they became responsible adults I was proud to be used as character reference for a number of these athletes seeking employment.
Music, Community Volunteering and Sports
As Councillor for District 6, I was always available to the concerns and needs with the residents of our District often guiding them in the right direction to address their concerns and will continue to do so. When residents could not get a satisfactory answer I would assist in having their concerns addressed. I will continue to listen to the needs and concerns of the residents of District 6.
I was and will continue to share all pertinent information with the residents of District 6 and when a major decision are required such as Consolidation/Amalgamation. I will hold a public meeting to hear the concerns of the residents of District 6. Not sure if everyone understands, but once a decision is made to Consolidate/Amalgamate there is no turning back it will be forever. A major decision such as this requires citizens to truly understand this major decision. As a person who has worked in both the private and public sectors in various capacities, I feel I have an excellent understanding of how the present economic situation is affecting everyone. Working as a team, councillors and community members need to work together for a better economic tomorrow. As your councillor, neighbour and friend, I want to continue being there for each one of you.
Thank you for your support
Loren Douglas Cushing
Councillor for District 6