Energize Bridgewater Advisory Committee

The Energize Bridgewater Advisory Committee (EBAC) provides advice to Bridgewater Town Council and staff on the design and implementation of the Energize Bridgewater program, which includes the Energy Poverty Reduction Program. The Committee advises Council on matters related to energy sustainability, affordability, and accessibility.

The individuals represented on the Committee include Bridgewater residents as well as representatives from the housing, social service, energy, transportation, and finance sectors. The Committee works with the program’s Ombuds Service and the Client Advisory Circle to ensure resident voices are included in program decision making. To learn more about the program, visit energizebridgewater.ca.

The Terms of Reference for the Energize Bridgewater Advisory Committee can be found by clicking here.

Current EBAC members include:

• Angie McLeod, Key Account Manager, Nova Scotia Power
  
• David Mitchell, Mayor, Town of Bridgewater
• Ernie O'Neill, Bridgewater resident 
• Helen Lanthier, Board Member, Second Story Women’s Centre
• Nancy Green, Health Promoter, Nova Scotia Health Authority
• Dr. Robert Dykes, Property Manager, RDNT Property Management

There are three EBAC vacancies currently. Our committee is in search of: 

• One (1) stakeholder from the Financial sector, or a group or association representing these stakeholders. 
• One (1) stakeholder from the Transportation sector, or a group or association representing these stakeholders. 
• One resident of the Town of Bridgewater that is renting a house, apartment, or mobile home. Priority will be given to applicants who self-identify as: youth (under 35 years of age), senior (65 years of age and older), and those who have a lived experience of energy poverty.

How often does the committee meet and how long is membership?
The Committee meets approximately once every two months. Committee membership is three years. 

How can I learn more about this committee?
To learn more about EBAC, please phone Project Manager Colleen O'Neill at 902-523-2937.