Copperstone Financial Group Inc.
212 Commercial St., B0P1E0 Berwick, NS, Canada

Even on stormy days your Copperstone team is here to support you. We are OPEN and fully operational. The team is working from the safety and comfort of our remote offices. Our physical offices in Berwick will be closed today.

From all of us here at Copperstone Financial we want to extend a wish that everyone has a wonderful holiday season. Stay safe!! We are looking forward to the many opportunities that 2021 will bring! Merry Christmas! Our office closes today at noon and reopens on Tuesday Dec 29th.

These guys just do cool stuff!! What a wonderful expression of the diversity at Eassons Transport Ltd. Great Job!! So Proud to work with these fine folks!

A huge shout out and congratulations to Judy Rafuse as you celebrate your 16th anniversary at the Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce. You are an absolute treasure to every small business here in the valley. Thank you for all that you do and your commitment! Wishing you many more years moving the chamber forward!

To maintain our high service levels and to do our utmost to protect our clients and staff our offices are now only open for scheduled appointments. Virtual meetings continue to be our preferred method for face to face meetings. We ask that all other inquiries and claim submissions be done via phone, fax or email. Claims or paperwork drop off can be done at the mailbox beside the door or sent via fax or email scan. Our dedicated admin team continues to operate at our Berwick offices without interruption. We can be reached at (902)538-9097 or for any service related inquires you can email us at [email protected]

Our Neighbors are back!!! So glad to have North Mountain Fine Coffees brewing up Berwicks best coffee starting today! Yay!!

The Copperstone team wanted to extend a huge congratulations to all graduates for your accomplishments. To say it's been a challenging year for you is an understatement. Be safe and all the best in your future endeavours.

Thank you Berwick Heights Golf Course. Brian lived so many of the ideals that Melissa and I also hold dear. From the value of family, to the belief in your community and the desire to be involved. He was one of the rare people in a life that who would share a story that would make you laugh and teach a lesson at the same time. We are proud to honor his memory at a place he so enjoyed. ~ Kirk

We are very happy to report that our offices have re-opening to the public. It will be a bit different, to ensure we maintain physical distancing we are able to accommodate only one person in the reception area at a time. Please take notice of our instructional signage and floor markings as you enter. The procedures we have in place are to keep us all safe. Of course we love seeing everyone, but please remember that the risk of COVID-19 transmission continues. Our preferre...d method for contact for your claims & billing inquires, benefit changes as well as insurance reviews is still over the phone or email or via virtual meeting. Also our mailbox drop is available just outside the door. Regular business hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Stay Safe Everyone!!!

To support the great work our Copperstone Team has been doing over past 2 months working remote we are so please to extend a wellness day to our staff on Friday May 15th and our office will be closed. Our offices will reopen on Tuesday May 19th. Any calls or emails will be responded to at that time. Take care everyone!

We always need to be learning new things, taking the change management course offered by the Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce certainly changed ours!

A difficult week.... We honor all of our fallen Nova Scotians today #NovaScotiaStrong

It is a very somber day here in our province, words can not truly express the shock and horror of yesterday's events. Our deepest sympathies go out to all the families involved as well as the RCMP community. We know that everyone is trying to process this tragedy, and these feelings will likely be with us for sometime as the events around this tragedy become known. Today we wanted to share some resources we have put together from the EAP provider Morneau Shepell on copi...ng. These documents can provide direction for everyone needing help as well as how to support your children. We hope it will help you cope. Please remember that while we may be isolated you are not alone. If you dont have access to an EAP plan or family to call on there are a number of resources to that you can reach out to including the Provincial Mental Health Crisis Line is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis or someone concerned about them. Call (toll-free) 1-888-429-8167.

With so many businesses working remotely we wanted to share a Best Practices piece my team has been working on. We hope it helps you and your team stay connect with your customers and each other.

We hope everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend celebrating at a distance but electronically together with family and friends. Our offices are closed today. The Copperstone Team will return tomorrow to provide continued advice and support through these times. Take care everyone and be safe

We had a wonderful delivery today however there was no one here to see it so we wanted to share. Excellent craftsmanship and a great addition to the office Brett. Two big thumbs up today to RedBeard Rustic Woodcraft RedBeard Rustics Woodcraft

Kirk wraps up the week with his thoughts of the past 3 weeks lockdown and 2 weeks of working with his team being remote.

Today we challenged each other to send a positive message as we all deal with the work/life challenges of working remote. I think the entire team rose the challenge!! If you were wondering, Dwight is in his 14 day time out (self isolation).

Kirk gives an update on operations for Monday March 23rd

Kirk gives a Monday March 23rd update

...and now for some good news!! We are very excited to report that Melanie Easson will be begin her maternity leave today. Melanies original plan was to work right up until her due date (in early April), however like most plans over the past week priorities have changed! We are pleased to be able to support Melanie during these weeks leading up to her due date knowing that she is safely tucked away from the craziness of the world at home getting ready for the big day. We will let everyone know when Baby Easson arrives!! All the best Melanie and Rod

The Copperstone team wants to send a huge shout out and THANK YOU to our friends at Eassons Transport Ltd. who are part of the national effort to keep the essential products we all need moving throughtout North America during these difficult days. To all the drivers and support staff stay safe..Drive Safe, you are the lifeline for all of us!!!

I wanted to pass on to folks that during challenging times many of your group insurance programs contain Employee Assistance Program. All BENSPlus benefit plans include full EAP coverage which provides you and your employees with access to trained councillors that can help you cope with the many challenges we are faced with during this time. From mental health counselling and coping mechanisms. They have easy reach 800 numbers, and very robust online access/counselling. ...If you are an employer with a benefit plan dig out your EAP info and encourage your employees to take advantage of these important services. There are many avenues to support everyones mental health during this time, make sure you seek out help. . https://login.lifeworks.com/ Here is the link to Medavie Blue Cross EAP site, reach out ot us if you need info on other insurers EAP sites that you may have. Take care Kirk Longmire

We are committed to supporting our clients and their employees during this challenging time. To do so we are implementing the following steps to create the necessary social distancing to protect our staff and operations. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any support you may need.

Our offices will be closed on February 17th to celebrate Heritage. This year Heritage day commemorates the community of Africville. To find out more click on this link to the Nova Scotia provincial Library twitter page.

Such a great event last evening the Valleys Best by the Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce our congratulations to all the winners!

Here is an important update from Medavie Blue Cross on Coronavirus and Travel Benefits.

We are delaying our opening this morning due to the icy roads. We will resume normal operations at 11am. Drive Safe everyone!

Happy New Year! from all of us here at Copperstone Financial. We have huge plans and new faces coming in 2020 and we can not wait to share it with you soon. All the best to everyone in 2020!

The annual Christmas message from the team at Copperstone Financial Group. 2019. Our office will be closing at noon on December 24th and reopening on Monday December 30th. Any inquiries during this time can be sent to [email protected]. or by calling 902-538-9097 ext101 both of these will be monitored during our closure. Merry Christmas Everyone!!

Last night, we attend the 25th annual Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. Its such a joy to gather and connect with a wonderful group of business owners and community leaders celebrating the very best in Valley Business We want to say congratulations to all the nominees and in particular to the winners!! Well Deserved Outstanding New Business: Maritime Express Cider Outstanding Micro Business: Rachel Cooper - Writer Editor Outstanding Small Business: ...Skylit Outstanding Large Business: Wilsons Pharmasave Berwick & Kentville Outstanding Innovator: Elmridge Farm Outstanding Exporter: Benjamin Bridge Outstanding Business Demonstrating Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advancement: Eassons Transport Ltd. Lifetime Achievement Award went to: Gary Morse To Judy Rafuse & Jeremy G Lutes you both absolutely killed it!!! Well Done

2020 is just around the corner and we are looking to a fill a key role to support our continued growth. If you are looking to for a new opportunity and want to join a successful, and rewarding workplace then check this out. We have an amazing workplace with a team that wants to help you grow in your career. We can't wait to hear from you! https://www.careerbeacon.com//coppe/office-manager/berwick #joinourteam #successful #jobsearch #newopportunity

Phone lines are now working!Phone lines are now working!

We are currently without phone services. Emails are working you can reach out to us at [email protected] Sorry for the inconvenience. We will advise once the issue is corrected

From all of us have a Wonderful Thanksgiving Weekend. Take time to give thanks for all the abundance we are so fortunate to have.

We wanted to pass on our heartfelt Congratulations to Mike and Christa Trombley for the taking the helm of one of the Valleys most iconic brands! All the best and much future success!!

Its impressive when leaders go the extra mile to understand the challenges of the employees they lead. Congratulations Trevor!!

Glad to once again be a sponsor of the annual Trick or Treating Weekend at the Drive In. Its one of favorite weekends of the year!!

With Hurricane Dorian going to impact Nova Scotia through Saturday and Sunday we will be closing our offices today at 3:00 p.m.in order that employees have sufficient time to prepare for the weather. We will monitor and respond to emails and message as normal.

Who doesn't love Fireworks. We are proud to once again be a platinum sponsor of Gala days fireworks display. Make sure you join us at Grand View Manor on Sunday September 1st to hear the wonderfully talented Ruth Manning and the Prospectors sing prior to the fireworks display. Ruths set beginning at 6:45pm Marshmallow Drop for the kids will be held at 7 p.m. fireworks at 9 p.m. It will be a wonderful evening in our amazing little town.

Today Kirk takes Copperstone Corner on the road for an important discussion with Anne Marie Smith, Practice Lead for Drug Plan Solutions Team at Medavie Blue Cross. In this the first of a 2-part series called Diabetes in the workplace, Anne Marie provides eye opening statistics of Diabetes across Canada and specifically in Atlantic and what has caused such an alarming rise. Segment 2 will focus on solutions employers can take to support those with Diabetes and how to curb the trend. This is a Copperstone Corner not to be missed.

Here is a great write up about local artist Brent Reeve and his rock carving creations. You can find Brents latest work right here at The Copperstone in the garden just outside of the coffee shop. We'll put a photo in the comments