Column: Turning the Tide in Nova Scotia
The following is the column submitted to media by Premier Tim Houston’s office In 2014, a columnist at the Halifax Chronicle Herald noted the following: “A Montreal shipyard produced a…
CFIB: Small business confidence loses momentum amid rising energy costs
HALIFAX: The long-term small business confidence index lost 9.5 points, dropping to 55.8 points in March, finds the March Business Barometer® by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). “Just…
Column: N.S. Budget invests in healthcare, housing, and education
The following is the monthly column submitted to media by Premier Tim Houston’s office. Nova Scotians don’t need to be told the world is uncertain. They can see it in…
Rankin takes over Interim Leadership role with N.S. Liberals; calls for stronger economic direction for province
HALIFAX: Effective Dec. 8, Iain Rankin will take over as Interim Leader of the Nova Scotia Liberal Party. As planned following last yearʼs election, Rankin and Derek Mombourquette have been…
Column: Nova Oil & Natural Gas – A solution for our energy and economy
The following is the monthly column submitted to The Laker News by Premier Tim Houston. Imagine if we stopped harvesting blueberries in Nova Scotia and imported all of ou blueberries…
From Runways to Revenue: Halifax Stanfield strengthens N.S. economy
HALIFAX STANFIELD: According to its latest economic impact report, Halifax Stanfield InternationalAirport (Halifax Stanfield) remains a vital engine for Nova Scotia’s economy, driving tourism, jobs, trade, and growth across the…
N.S. introduces legislation to help complete projects, grow economy
HALIFAX: Helping people and goods move more efficiently and further unlocking Nova Scotia’s potential for growth and a brighter future are the aims of legislation introduced February 20. The government…
Province announces opening of applications for Community Economic Development Fund
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians will continue to benefit from community-based projects that spark innovation and build stronger, more collaborative regions, through investments from the Community Economic Development Fund. The fund, now…
N.S. announces $2.5m investment to attract newcomers, build economy
HALIFAX: A $2.5-million marketing investment will support new provincial immigration and migration targets by helping Nova Scotia attract newcomers from across Canada and around the globe, the province announced on…
New cabinet to advance workforce solutions for a stronger economy: Premier Houston
HALIFAX: Premier Tim Houston’s leadership team will ensure Nova Scotia’s workforce has the people, skills and education it needs to stimulate business growth and that those workers have opportunities to…