CANADA, August 15 - Nova Scotia will officially celebrate Acadian Heritage Month for the first time in August 2024, honouring more than 400 years of Acadian history, culture, language and traditions. “Acadians have contributed greatly to the cultural …
CANADA, August 2 - Today is another tragic day in Nova Scotia. Another young person’s life was lost following the devastating July floods. These floods have caused a tremendous amount of heartache and pain. My sincere condolences go out to the family. …
CANADA, July 27 - Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston and Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai met Wednesday, July 26, to sign a letter of intent on working together to improve healthcare. “We are committed to investing in new ways to get more healthcare, faster to Nova …
CANADA, July 25 - Today, Nova Scotians received more devastating news. Another life has been lost following the flooding from the storms this weekend. Our hearts are breaking for the families of the three souls who were lost and for those who still have a …
CANADA, July 24 - On behalf of all Nova Scotians, I extend my deepest sympathies to the families and friends of the two people who passed away following floods caused by the weekend storm. Today is a terrible day for our province. I’m at a loss to …
CANADA, July 22 - Nova Scotians are feeling the effects of a strong storm that continues to impact the province today, July 22. It has caused flooding and significantly damaged roads, bridges, dams and other critical infrastructure. The Emergency …
CANADA, July 22 - Les gens de la Nouvelle-Écosse ressentent maintenant les effets d’une forte tempête qui continue de balayer la province aujourd’hui 22 juillet. La tempête a provoqué des inondations et a causé des dommages importants à des routes, des …
CANADA, July 12 - The Council of the Federation’s two-day summer meeting ended today, July 12, in Winnipeg. Canada’s premiers discussed ways to seize future economic opportunities through environmental stewardship, improving competitiveness and sustainable …
CANADA, July 7 - Premier Tim Houston announced today, July 7, that a byelection will be held in the constituency of Preston on Tuesday, August 8. -30-
CANADA, July 6 - Nova Scotia unveiled its Equity and Anti-Racism Strategy today, July 6, the first of its kind in Canada. Its goal is to ensure a whole-government approach in addressing systemic hate, inequity and racism, and it details actions to ensure …
CANADA, July 5 - The Province and Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) are partnering to move forward with a new, licensed long-term care facility in Dartmouth. An arrangement between the Province and HRM will allow the project to proceed under current …
CANADA, June 30 - The Council of Atlantic Premiers launched a new campaign today, June 30, calling on the federal government to rethink the implementation of its Clean Fuel Regulations and work with them to develop a plan to address the disproportionate …
CANADA, June 29 - Nova Scotians are reminded that they will pay more for gas, diesel and home heating fuels starting Saturday, July 1, because of a new federal tax. The Province has been asking the Government of Canada to delay the start of this new tax …
CANADA, June 28 - The Council of Atlantic Premiers announced the signing of an agreement to improve technical safety, the flow of goods and services and the mobility of tradespeople within Atlantic Canada today, June 28. The agreement, which takes effect …
CANADA, June 23 - Premier Tim Houston joined other Atlantic Premiers today, June 23, in calling for a meeting as soon as possible with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to discuss the disproportionate impact of the federal government’s new clean fuel standards …
CANADA, June 22 - Nova Scotians who lost income because of the recent wildfires in Halifax Regional Municipality and Shelburne County may be eligible for short-term financial support through the Emergency Relief Grant for Individuals. “We know this has …
CANADA, June 20 - The Province is offering assistance to more small businesses impacted by recent wildfires in Halifax Regional Municipality and Shelburne County. The Small Business Wildfire Relief Program is now available to businesses outside the …
CANADA, June 12 - Premier Tim Houston joined a meeting of the Council of Atlantic Premiers today, June 12, hosted by Prince Edward Island Premier Dennis King in Mill River, P.E.I. The premiers discussed using the model of the Atlantic Physician Registry …
CANADA, June 6 - The Province is providing further support to Nova Scotians affected by wildfires by matching every dollar donated to the Canadian Red Cross Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada Fires Appeal. With the Government of Canada making the same …
CANADA, June 5 - Small businesses impacted by the evacuation orders related to recent wildfires can now apply for support through the Small Business Wildfire Relief Program. “We’ve seen many businesses, even those directly impacted, step up to help their …
