CANADA, November 6 - Canada’s premiers concluded their two-day meeting in Halifax today, November 6, united in their commitment to take action on the affordability challenges facing Canadians, along with the need to improve health services, tackle housing …
CANADA, October 23 - Healthcare workers and those in jobs linked to healthcare in Nova Scotia could win a $1,000 cash prize for submitting their ideas for improving the system. A new contest, the Healthcare Improvement Challenge, starts today, October 23, …
CANADA, October 19 - Actions to recruit, retain and train more people in the skilled trades will help homes, hospitals and roads in Nova Scotia get built faster. The government will accelerate growth in the skilled trades and modernize the entire …
CANADA, October 12 - Professional and volunteer first responders will soon have a day that recognizes their bravery and unwavering commitment to protecting people and their communities in the face of extraordinary circumstances. Today, October 12, Premier …
CANADA, September 21 - Premier Tim Houston will lead a provincial mission to three countries in the Indo-Pacific region – Singapore, the Philippines and Japan – September 22 to October 4. The focus is to help recruit healthcare workers, strengthen business …
CANADA, September 14 - Premier Tim Houston announced historic changes to cabinet today, September 14. Twila Grosse, MLA for Preston, joins cabinet as Minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs and Minister of the Public Service Commission, becoming the first …
CANADA, September 14 - Premier Tim Houston announced changes to the senior ranks of the public service today, September 14. An executive deputy team will be created to tackle the province’s most pressing challenges and develop social, economic and energy …
CANADA, September 8 - Kentville resident Shelly Gray is being recognized for her pursuit of learning to change her path while being a positive example for her children, co-workers and community, today, September 8, International Literacy Day. Forced to …
CANADA, September 1 - Late in the evening of September 2, 1998, Nova Scotians first learned of the tragic crash of Swissair Flight 111 in the waters off Peggys Cove. In a matter of minutes, the lives of all 229 passengers and crew, and their hopes and …
CANADA, August 15 - Pour la première fois, en août 2024, la Nouvelle-Écosse célébrera officiellement le Mois du patrimoine acadien, rendant ainsi hommage à plus de 400 ans d’histoire, de culture, de langue et de traditions acadiennes. « Les Acadiens et les …
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 …
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