Op-Ed: Reducing Red Tape to get things done
The following is an op-ed from Timothy Halman, Minister of Service Efficiency. This Red Tape Awareness Week is a reminder that outdated rules don’t just create frustration – they slow…
Nova Scotia Power’s grid-scale battery site in Waverley now operational
WAVERLEY: Nova Scotia Power’s grid scale battery facilities in Bridgewater and Waverley, located in Spider Lake, are now in operation after being energized in late 2025 and completing system testing.…
RCMP vehicle struck during stop; remind drivers to move over for emergency vehicles
OXFORD JUNCTION: The Nova Scotia RCMP is reminding drivers to slow down and move over for emergency vehicles after an RCMP vehicle was struck by another vehicle on Hwy. 104…
Another Sunday into Monday snowstorm forecasted for Nova Scotia
EAST HANTS: Significant snowfall and strong winds are expected across Nova Scotia Sunday into Monday evening. There is potential for 15 to 30 centimetres of snowfall along with winds gusting…
N.S. to invest in firefighter equipment aimed at strengthening training, safety
HALIFAX: The Department of Emergency Management is investing in new firefighter training equipment to ensure firefighters across Nova Scotia have access to safe, modern and consistent training no matter where…
N.S. Quality of Life survey launching in February
EAST HANTS: The Nova Scotia Quality of Life Survey is launching on February 23. It is a groundbreaking opportunity to help improve quality of life in your community. Every household…
2026 Red Tape Report Card: Nova Scotia earns an A grade
NOVA SCOTIA: Alberta has once again claimed the highest overall grade in the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)’s 16th annual Red Tape Report Card, released Jan. 28 during Red…
N.S. streamlines permitting system to cut red tape, save costs
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is improving half of its nearly 300 permits as part of its commitment to make government services faster, simpler and more efficient. The “Fewer Permits. Faster” project…
New study indicates Yukon sees most UFOs; Newfoundland buys most lotto tickets
NOVA SCOTIA: What do scanning dark skies for unexplained lights and scratching lottery tickets have in common? More than you’d think. A new study reveals that Canadian provinces where residents…
N.S. Power provides update on impact of extreme cold
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia Power continues to remain in the warning stage related to the extreme temperatures we’re experiencing across the province. They continue to urge customers to please conserve energy.…