N.S. launches HomeShare Program under human rights remedy
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians with disabilities will soon have more choices for supported living in community with the launch of the new HomeShare program, a commitment under the Nova Scotia Human…
N.S. announces increase in income assistance rates
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians receiving income assistance will see their payments increase this year, marking the second year rates have been indexed to inflation. Payments will increase by 1.6 per cent…
Province announces Winter RV support at Shubie campground
DARTMOUTH: People renting RV spaces at Shubie Campground in Dartmouth will be able to stay and access supports this winter, with funding from the Province. “We’re committed to offering more…
Care facility in Dartmouth closing as province advances disability support transformation
DARTMOUTH: A residential care facility in Dartmouth will close this year, part of the government’s ongoing work to transform disability support under the Nova Scotia Human Rights Remedy. “Closing facilities…
Province announces more access to counselling services for crime victims
HALIFAX: N.S. is supporting victims of crime and their families by providing more funding for counselling services, extending the length of time the service can be accessed and offering more…
Practical nursing program for CCA’s expanded
HALIFAX: More continuing care assistants (CCAs) will be supported to become licensed practical nurses with the expansion of a pilot training program. “The continuing care workforce plays a critical role…
Province announces modernized policing standards in Nova Scotia
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians will have more effective and accountable policing as the Province modernizes standards and implements an audit system for policing agencies. Attorney General and Minister of Justice Barbara…
Province asks residents for policing services feedback
HALIFAX: Residents across Nova Scotia are being asked to share their feedback on policing in the province, the Minister for Justice and Attorney General announced on July 9. Nova Scotians…
Province announces more funding for N.S. Legal Aid services
NOVA SCOTIA: Nova Scotia’s Attorney General and Justice Minister announced May 16 the province will be increasing funding to Nova Scotia Legal Aid to help ensure vulnerable Nova Scotians have…
N.S. announces new pilot program for CCA’s looking at career advancement
HALIFAX: The province is taking the next step in building long-term career advancement opportunities in the continuing care sector by offering a free, practical nursing diploma program for continuing care…