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SLHTA Meets with Ministry of Agriculture and Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan)

On Thursday 9th May the SLHTA met with representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Physical Planning, Natural Resources and Co-Operatives and the Republic of China (Taiwan).

Marketing Specialist at the Ministry Mr. Thaddeus Constantin took the opportunity to share with the SLHTA the development of a new web based Marketing Information System (MIS) by the marketing unit of the Ministry. He explained that the database would seek to make crop price and production data available via the Ministry of Agriculture’s website. Discussed at the meeting was the incorporation of the market data into the Virtual Agricultural Clearing House (VACH), making it easily accessible to SLHTA members. SLHTA CEO Mr. Noorani Azeez applauded the effort of the Ministry and the Embassy with the future implementation of this initiative.
Saint Lucia Featured on Cover of Sports Illustrated

The Caribbean island of Saint Lucia — the only country in the world named after a woman — is proudly featured on the cover of the historic Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2019, a groundbreaking issue which includes members of the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team and model Halima Aden, the first Muslim model to wear a hijab and burkini in the magazine.

Saint Lucia and Marigot Bay Resort and Marina welcomed a star-studded lineup of players from the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team for the location shoot, including Abby Dahlkemper, Crystal Dunn, Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe... READ MORE
Meeting with Belle Vue Farmers’ Cooperative

The SLHTA this week met with Belle Vue Farmers’ Cooperative. Agenda items discussed were the Virtual Agricultural Clearing House (VACH), climate change and its effects on membership of the cooperative in particular their small scale farmers, organic production and the effects of pesticides on the overall health of the population, crop and medical insurance and institutional cooperation between the two agencies to advocate on behalf of farmers. Stemming out of the discussions a subsequent meeting has been arranged where the SLHTA CEO will meet with the Board of Directors of the Cooperative.
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VACANCY NOTICE
Career Opportunities

SPLASH ISLAND WATER PARK ST LUCIA is seeking bright, ambitious, customer service
focused individuals to join our team.

Certified Lifeguards
Applicants must possess
* Lifeguard Certification, or Bronze Cross Certification (as a minimum requirement)
* Excellent communication skills
* A warm, approachable attitude

Administrative Assistant
Applicant must possess
*Strong communication and writing skills
*Passes in Mathematics and English
*Ability to work independently
*Passion for working with people, especially kids
*Love for the outdoors
*Accounting and Sales Experience are an asset
*Ability to manage the day-to-day operations at Splash Island Water Park

Weekend and Holiday work is required.

Please send your resume and cover letter to info@saintluciawaterpark.com no later than
Thursday 16 th May 2019.
At Sandals Dreams Come True for Returning

So why spend some three years of their lives vacationing at Sandals? Well it’s all about the service and the staff. Paula reflected on the bonds that they have forged with many Sandals team members. “We consider some of them to be our family. We love them like they were our own children. Over many years we have remained in touch with so many of these lovely people. They have filled spaces in our hearts and some have become like our children. We had done some travelling, to Mexico and Aruba, and wanted to try something new. I did the research and the rest is history. We are now Sandals people. In May 2020, we want to be right back here... READ MORE