CANADA, April 5 - NOTE: The following is a statement from Premier Tim Houston. It has been an absolute honour to serve in the legislature alongside Karla MacFarlane for the past 10-plus years. Karla is everything that anyone could expect in an excellent …
CANADA, April 2 - Premier Tim Houston has submitted a new plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to the Government of Canada and has made it clear that the Government of Nova Scotia is fighting climate change without a carbon tax. The submission titled …
CANADA, March 28 - A new department will pave the way for the establishment of a new volunteer corps called the Nova Scotia Guard. Premier Tim Houston introduced legislation today, March 28, that will lead, direct and support a co-ordinated response and …
CANADA, March 28 - An investment in a new scoreboard will help Centre 200 continue to welcome athletes and visitors in downtown Sydney. “The investment in Centre 200 is more than just an upgrade to its facilities; it’s an investment in the community, the …
CANADA, March 27 - NOTE: The following is a statement by Premier Tim Houston, read in the legislature today, March 27. This week marks one year since the Mass Casualty Commission released its final report, Turning the Tide Together. We will always remember …
CANADA, March 18 - Premier Tim Houston will meet representatives from the wine sector today, March 18. The government is working to meet its international trade commitment to phase out preferential mark-ups by the end of June. “We’ve been trying to achieve …
CANADA, March 8 - A new website, monthly events and radio promotions about community activities are some of the proposed projects to welcome healthcare workers and their families to Pictou County. The projects are designed to address barriers and foster a …
CANADA, March 5 - Nova Scotia is partnering with Novo Nordisk Canada Inc. to create the Nova Scotia Lighthouse project, an initiative that will address childhood obesity and chronic disease in the province. The Nova Scotia Lighthouse project will bring …
CANADA, March 4 - L-R: Robert Parker, Warden, Municipality of Pictou County; Premier Tim Houston; Danny MacGillivray, Mayor, Town of Stellarton; Sean Fraser, federal Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities; Nancy Dicks, Mayor, Town of New …
CANADA, March 1 - NOTE: The following is a ministerial statement by Premier Tim Houston on the passing of former prime minister Brian Mulroney read in the legislature today, March 1. Madame Speaker, It is with profound sadness that I rise today to pay …
CANADA, February 28 - More Nova Scotians living with diabetes will soon be able to better afford the equipment and supplies they need. The Province is providing funding for sensor-based glucose monitoring supplies and an expansion to the Nova Scotia …
CANADA, February 28 - From left, Health and Wellness Minister Michelle Thompson; Maria Campbell, Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy, Diabetes Canada; and Premier Tim Houston display sensor-based glucose monitors and insulin pumps following the …
CANADA, February 22 - Department - Any - 2011 Canada Games Invest Nova Scotia Invest Nova Scotia Office of Equity and Anti-Racism Aboriginal Affairs (to Feb. 2021) Acadian Affairs (to Oct. 2016) Acadian Affairs and Francophonie Affaires acadiennes et …
CANADA, February 22 - NOTE: The following is a statement from Trevor Boudreau, MLA for Richmond. It is with disappointment that I am immediately stepping down from my role as Minister of Community Services and L’Nu Affairs for personal and health reasons. …
CANADA, February 22 - Premier Tim Houston announced changes to cabinet today, February 22. Trevor Boudreau is stepping down as Minister of Community Services and L’Nu Affairs, effective immediately, due to personal and health reasons. “It is with great …
CANADA, February 13 - Premier Tim Houston thanked Mayor Mike Savage for his service to the people of Halifax Regional Municipality today, February 13. Mr. Savage announced that he will not reoffer for mayor in the next municipal election. “Mike has a …
CANADA, February 2 - Premier Tim Houston and his Atlantic counterparts were awarded the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) Golden Scissors Award today, February 2, for the creation of the Atlantic Physician Registry. The registry allows …
CANADA, January 18 - Nova Scotians have an opportunity to honour people who have put themselves at risk to help others by nominating them for the Medal of Bravery. Nominations for the award opened today, January 18. “Each year, there are countless …
CANADA, January 15 - NOTE: A list of the top 10 ideas determined by public voting follows this release. More technology, better communication and new ways of working are among the top ideas selected by Nova Scotians in Healthcare Improvement Challenge …
CANADA, January 4 - Cancer patients in Nova Scotia will be some of the first to access new technology and innovative programs developed in the fight against the disease over the next decade. Nova Scotia Health and Varian, a U.S.-based Siemens Healthineers …
