Community Game Plan
Community Game Plan
Podcast Description
Jim Smart and Eric Holman, from The Real Estate Team, are grabbing a mic to discuss all things Community and Halifax Real Estate!
Join Jim and Eric as they talk about how to manage the challenges you may face listing your home, to avoid "seller's remorse." They also will chat about the importance of understanding a community beyond real estate, their military backgrounds, and their involvement in coaching youth sports.
On this show, you can expect guest industry professionals and community leaders, who can provide comprehensive insights to help you make informed decisions about choosing your new community, including practical aspects like childcare and recreational facilities.
Tune in to Community Game Plan for community, real estate, and other shenanigans!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The show covers various themes relating to community involvement and the Halifax real estate market, with episodes discussing topics such as avoiding seller's remorse, community amenities, traffic impacts on property values, and personal stories from coaching youth sports, alongside expert insights from guests like photographers and community leaders.
Jim Smardon and Eric Holman, from The Real Estate Team, are grabbing a mic to discuss all things Community and Halifax Real Estate!
Join Jim and Eric as they talk about how to manage the challenges you may face listing your home, to avoid ”seller’s remorse.” They also will chat about the importance of understanding a community beyond real estate, their military backgrounds, and their involvement in coaching youth sports.
On this show, you can expect guest industry professionals and community leaders, who can provide comprehensive insights to help you make informed decisions about choosing your new community, including practical aspects like childcare and recreational facilities.
Tune in to Community Game Plan for community, real estate, and other shenanigans!
In this episode, Eric is joined in studio by producer Colin for a powerful conversation that shines a light on one of Halifax’s most impactful — and often overlooked — community organizations. Together, they sit down with Jamie Matthews, Executive Director of Veith House, along with Jackie Lockie, to explore what it truly means to be a community hub in the heart of the city’s North End.
Jamie breaks down the wide-reaching work Veith House does every day — from food security and urban farming to youth programming, newcomer support, and inclusive spaces for the LGBTQ+ community. The conversation highlights how decades of grassroots effort, partnerships, and volunteer-driven programs help people meet basic needs while fostering dignity, belonging, and connection.
Eric, Colin, and Jim also reflect on how many “hidden gems” like Veith House exist across Nova Scotia — quietly doing essential work — and why sharing these stories matters now more than ever.
Whether you’re passionate about community building, curious about what a true community hub looks like, or looking for meaningful ways to get involved locally, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and a reminder of the power of people helping people.
👉 Learn more about Veith House, their programs, and how to support their work:
https://veithhouse.com
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