N.S. contracts water bombers for wildfire season
DEBERT: Nova Scotia will be ready to respond this wildfire season, with four fixed-wing water bombers and a co-ordination plane to provide more protection for Nova Scotians. A contract for…
Emergency preparedness award nominations now open, province says
HALIFAX: The Department of Emergency Management is launching its first awards program to recognize people who are significantly enhancing emergency preparedness, response and recovery across Nova Scotia. “Nova Scotians never…
Project to gather data to support mineral exploration
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is making it easier for companies to explore and invest in the province’s mineral resources by undertaking a modern geophysical assessment of the province. A request for…
New legislation strengthens fire protection across Nova Scotia
EAST HANTS: Nova Scotia has introduced the Support for Fire Protection Services Act on February 23, to strengthen fire services across the province. Under the new act, the Minister of…