Community and Society
National Agriculture and Trade Show 2023
The National Agriculture and Trade Show (NATS) Committee under the auspices of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise hereby informs the general public that the National Agriculture and Trade Show 2023 will be held on April 28, 29 and 30, 2023 under the theme “Innovations in Technology: Driving a Climate Resilient and Competitive Agriculture and Food Sector”.
Community and Society
Efforts underway to tackle plastic on the island; SPTC starts recycling campaign
The San Pedro Town Council (SPTC) is embarking on a recycling project to rid the town of plastic bottles. The project is being led by Councilor Johnnia Duarte, whose portfolio includes Environment and Climate Change, and will see bottle-collecting stations in the shape of sea creatures. The first of these, a sea star, is at the central park, where everyone is encouraged to drop their plastic bottles in it.
Community and Society
Reef Week 2023 to be celebrated under the theme: For health, wealth and pleasure, our reef is a treasure!
In March 2023, local non-governmental organizations, tourism partners and allies from the business community will host a series of fun, educational and civic-minded events to celebrate the many ways the Belize Barrier Reef contributes to the national economy and to the Belizean identity.
Community and Society
SP Police Formation holds fundraiser to help comrade with medical bills
The San Pedro Police Formation came together on Friday, January 28th, and had a barbeque fundraiser to help their comrade Police Constable Christian Cohuo, with medical expenses. The fundraiser was deemed successful, but anyone who wants to donate can visit the police station on Pescador Drive at any time.
Community and Society
Deputy British High Commissioner meets with local authorities and stakeholders in San Pedro
On Friday, January 27th, the Deputy High Commissioner of the British High Commission in Belize, Kate Reynolds, held a meeting in San Pedro Town with key government representatives and private stakeholders. The gathering took place at Hope Haven community center, where Reynolds took the opportunity to introduce Graciela Peña, who is based in Cancun, Mexico, and will oversee consular services in Belize as British Honorary Consul. Reynolds added that the visit was also to thank island residents, local authorities, and stakeholders for their assistance to British nationals visiting the island.
Community and Society
Charity event in support of San Pedro police and fire services raises $13k
A charity event dubbed ‘First Responders,’ held on Friday, January 20th, to support members of the San Pedro police and fire service, collected $13,000. The Playa de Sala Adults-Only Boutique Hotel hosted the first-ever event to recognize the hard work both police officers and firefighters do in San Pedro. All the proceeds will benefit these two institutions. As part of the fundraising campaign, a calendar was launched featuring the first responders.
Community and Society
Tropic Air Announces New Chief Executive Officer, Steve Schulte Retires as Chief Executive Officer after 30 Years
On Monday, January 23rd, 2023, Tropic Air announced the appointment of D. Maximillian Greif (Max) as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Mr. Greif will take over executive leadership from Steve Schulte on January 30th, 2023
Community and Society
San Pedro BTIA chapter elects new board at Annual General Meeting
The island chapter of the Belize Tourism Industry Association San Pedro (BTIA) has a new Board of Directors. The new members were selected at the Black and White Garifuna Restaurant and Cultural Center during their annual general meeting on Tuesday, January 17th.