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05/01/2023

** Pilot project regulating immigration status of foreign workers to launch on January 16 **

Philipsburg – The pilot project which will allow the business community an opportunity to regulate the legal living status of their tenured non-national employees is scheduled to Go-Live on Monday, January 16, 2023. The pilot project which also has an initial timeframe of six months, is exclusively for new applicants who can prove the working relationship between the employee and the employer or whose residence and/or employment permit has expired past the period of the “tolerance term,” thus subjecting them to all apply as first-time applicants.

In preparation for the launch, the Justice, VSA and TEATT Covenant Task Force will hold an information session for the business community on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at the Government Administration Building Conference Room 1 and 2 from 5:00 – 6:00 PM. Although the start of the first phase of the pilot project experienced some delays, staff have already undergone collaborative training. This training was conducted with the goal to reduce the amount of time it takes for the decision-making period per application to a maximum of 30 days from the time of submission of an application to the pickup date of the residence and/ or employment permit.

All interested businesses are invited to begin the process on January 16, 2023, by downloading the ‘one form application’ via www.sintmaartengov.org and submitting it with the required valid documents. Employers are also reminded to ensure that they are in possession of a valid business and director’s license in order for their non-national employees to benefit from this pilot project. Any questions that persons may have can be submitted to [email protected]. More information will be provided via press releases and public interviews.

06/10/2022

** “The Entrepreneur in Me: The Basics of Starting a Business” workshop to be held on Oct. 11, 2022 **

Many students dream of having their own business and some work diligently to make this dream a reality. Some think that a business is only about making money but it is about much more. Student Support Services Division (SSSD) of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport is once again aiming to educate and inform our youth with its upcoming workshop entitled the “The Entrepreneur in Me: The Basics of Starting a Business.”
This free workshop, geared at recent secondary school graduates or students in their last two years of secondary school, will be held on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at the University of St. Martin from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM.
According to SSSD officials, not all students want to go to college or university, some have aspirations of going into business but may be in need of the basics of getting started. Some teenagers may already be in business but may be looking to grow their business. This workshop is designed to give them that insight and steer them in the right direction, the officials added.
“Many teenagers across the world are in business and some businesses are even thriving and this can be case on St. Maarten also. Teens often just need the motivation, support and encouragement to be successful,” SSSD officials added.
Some of the topics that will be covered in “The Entrepreneur in Me: The Basics of Starting a Business” workshop include thinking of a business idea, creating a business plan, choosing a structure and registering the business, setting up operations, understanding rules, regulations & taxes, maintaining and marketing the business and more.
Parents are urged to encourage their children to participate in this free workshop. Students are encouraged to register in advance for the workshop by calling 543-1235. If parents or students have any questions on this workshop, they can contact the Student Support Services Division at telephone 543-1235 or [email protected] for more information.
The Student Support Services Division is located in the Gatspy’s Building, across from the Police Station and next to the Windward Island Bank (WIB) in Philipsburg. SSSD provides many services to students including psychological services, counseling services, speech language pathology services, social work services, educational diagnostic services, career services, and parental workshops.

06/10/2022

** The Department of Community Development, Family, & Humanitarian Affairs Section Women’s Desk is having a defense training for women, sign up at Community Desks nearest you **

The Department of Community Development, Family, & Humanitarian Affairs Section Women’s Desk, in observation of the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls, is having its first women’s basic self-defense training.

With the theme being, “Your own defense is your best defense,” the Basic Self-Defense is a two part project, one being the actual self-defense training classes and the other community awareness on the importance of defending yourself and awareness of your surroundings.

Interested persons can register at a Community Help desk in their district or working area that is convenient to you. The first cohort can accommodate only 15 participants. Selection is on a first come first serve basis.

Registration begins today and ends October 21st. Training starts November 3, Tuesdays and Thursday from 6pm - 8pm. The duration of the training is three (3) months, at the Gaston Boasman Help Desk for & Elderly and Disabled and Women’s Desk Hope Estate.

This project is carried out in collaboration with Sint Maarten High Performance and Education Institute (SHEI).

Please see listed the Community Help Desks, and phone numbers:
1. Cole Bay, Ocean Building (opposite Ace), 520-4315,
2. Dutch Quarter, Dr. Bryson Complex, 520-3418,
3. St. Peters, Rupert Maynard Community Center, 520-3418,
4. Hope Estate, Gaston Boasman Help Desk for the Elderly and Disabled, 559-0819, and at Women’s Desk 520-6291, located at the same location.

Interested persons can send an email to [email protected].

06/10/2022

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25/12/2021

H a p p y H o l i d a y s !
Have a joyful Holiday season.

From The Cliff to your home.

13/12/2021

The Cliff Sugar Apple Jazz event.

20/11/2021

The view of a Sanctuary where any of your desire is met .

18/11/2021

The Cliff Sunset

11/11/2021

Happy Sint Maarten Day everyone

08/11/2021

Yes I do

01/11/2021

Down to the point

29/10/2021

25/10/2021

Nature's Beauty

22/10/2021

It's always sunny here in St.Maarten

21/10/2021

Challenge yourself daily

15/10/2021

“Life isn’t as serious as the mind makes it out to be.

15/10/2021

Live the Caribbean dream from the most upscale spot in Sint Maarten. The Cliff welcomes worldwide travelers to stay in its luxurious condominiums, to enjoy its awarded restaurant, and a sensational view facing the Caribbean Sea.

13/10/2021

Hello everyone, HE'S OPEN !!! Mario Bistro is open again. Be sure to book your reservation.

27/02/2021

There are very few units left for rental in March. Be quick before you miss your relaxed stay at the Cliff.

13/02/2021

Nice breeze, one of kind ocean view, the restaurant Mario's Bistrot is opened at The Cliff for lunch and dinner.

13/02/2021

From few days to long term rental, feel the freedom and fill up with positive energy at the Cliff

20/01/2021

Enjoy the privacy and entertainments of the Owner's Club at the second floor.