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.…
Funding announced for 2SLGBTQIA+ community groups
HALIFAX: A new funding program is helping the province deliver on its commitment to the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. The 2SLGBTQIA+ Community Impact Grant program will provide flexible funding to help strengthen…
Winter storm to impact N.S. with high winds, snowfall Sunday night into Tuesday
HALIFAX/ELMSDALE: A winter storm set to hit Nova Scotia on Sunday night is forecasted to bring strong winds, blowing snow and significant snowfall on Monday. Most of Nova Scotia will…
COLUMN: 2026 to be a big year
Premier Tim Houston stops by with his January column as submitted to media. 2026 is going to be a big year for Nova Scotia. This isn’t just classic new year’s…
Tougher penalties to combat illegal fisheries activities
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is cracking down on illegal fisheries activities with new, tougher penalties to protect the province’s seafood industry and economy. Thirty-one new summary offences with higher fine amounts…
Delivering value for Nova Scotians focus of 2026-2027 revenue requirement application
HALIFAX: Continuing work to make Nova Scotia’s electricity system more reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective is the focus of the province’s independent energy system operator in its 2026-2027 revenue requirement application.…