African Heritage Month calls to listen, learn, share, and act
HALIFAX: Virtual celebrations began Jan. 26, for African Heritage Month with a provincial proclamation launch and poster unveiling with Lt.-Gov. Arthur J. LeBlanc, Premier Stephen McNeil, and African Nova Scotian Affairs Minister Tony Ince."Although...
Province to evaluate Affordable Housing Commission report, recommendations
HALIFAX: The provincial government will begin evaluating the final report of the Nova Scotia Affordable Housing Commission and discuss next steps with partners in the affordable housing sector and other levels of government.
The report,...
Halifax Water to NSUARB: no water rate increase over next two years
A release from Halifax Water
FALL RIVER: The COVID-19 pandemic has many Halifax Water customers concerned about the future and their ability to pay bills.
To help support customers in these uncertain times, Halifax Water has...
NSH expands trial of automated reminder calls
From a release:
HALIFAX: Diagnostic Imaging departments across Cape Breton are expanding the trial of automated appointment reminder calls to help prevent no-shows, a common and costly problem that extends wait times.
Last year there were...
N.S. leading virtual forestry trade missions
Release
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia's forestry sector is evolving, and the province is exploring best practices and new markets around the world.
That's why Nova Scotia is moving ahead with virtual forestry trade missions, starting with Sweden...
Province, feds announce Outdoor Learning fund for N.S. elementary schools
HALIFAX/EAST HANTS: The Nova Scotia government and the federal government have created a $7 million outdoor learning fund for all public elementary schools in the province.
The fund will allow schools to enhance existing outdoor...
Sport N.S. launches Parasport Program Loan initiative
HALIFAX: Applications for Sport Nova Scotia’s Parasport Program Loan initiative opened on October 17.
The funding will expand parasport opportunities to underserviced communities across the province by creating an avenue to deliver programs on...
HRM launches budget survey online
FALL RIVER: The Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting residents to help shape the next municipal business plan and budget by participating in a public survey available online from Thursday, Nov. 5 to Monday, Dec....
Statement from N.S. RCMP Commanding Officer regarding announcement of joint review
DARTMOUTH: Nova Scotia RCMP welcomes today’s announcement of a joint review into the devastating incidents of April 18 and 19, 2020. We support the independent review and will cooperate fully.
"What took place in Northeast...
Province announces supports and homes for people experiencing homelessness
A press release from the province:
HALIFAX: Everyone deserves a home to call their own. Having a place to live brings with it stability, security and a sense of belonging.
The Province is taking action...