N.S. launches new mine permitting portal
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is making it easier to do business in the mining sector with the launch of NovaMINE, a new online permitting portal. NovaMINE is an interactive, one-stop portal…
Tethered Spirits explores Mi’kmaw and settler histories through story of memory & belonging
HALIFAX: Drawing on her own roots as a descendant of early German settlers in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia author Corinne Hoebers weaves a compelling story that intertwines Mi’kmaw and settler histories…
Province reduces fees, eliminates renewals for Skilled Trades
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is making it easier and more affordable to work in the skilled trades by removing red tape and reducing costs for thousands of trades professionals. Effective immediately,…
NDP proposal offers protections for renters and more homes for Nova Scotians
NOVA SCOTIA: On Tuesday, the Leader of the Official Opposition, Claudia Chender, presented New Democrats’ plans to protect renters and increase housing supply. The NDP’s legislation would deliver real rent…
Province reduces red tape, supports development during legislative session
HALIFAX: Making it easier to do business in Nova Scotia and standing up for the men and women in uniform were the focus of the fall session of the House…
N.S. Firefighters School announces leadership transition; Executive Director retiring
WAVERLEY: The Nova Scotia Firefighters School has announced that Executive Director John Cunningham will retire from the organization effective October 31. Cunningham has been a familiar presence at the School…
NDP’s Chender calls out government’s priorities, refusal to help lower costs for NSians
HALIFAX: The Leader of the Official Opposition, Claudia Chender called on the PC government Wednesday Oct. 1 to reverse its decision to drop 46,000 people from the Home Heating Rebate…
N.S. increases minimum wage to $16.50
HALIFAX: Starting October 1, Nova Scotia’s minimum wage increases to $16.50 per hour from $15.70. This is the second increase this year, bringing the total increase for 2025 to $1.30.…
N.S. minimum wage policy adding to ongoing economic uncertainty, CFIB says
HALIFAX: Oct. 1 marked the second increase to the minimum wage in one year, which is disconnected from the formula currently set out by the minimum wage regulations of CPI…
Heating assistance rebate program opens Oct. 1 for Nova Scotians
HALIFAX: Nova Scotians living on a low income can soon apply for help to pay their heating bills this winter. Applications for the annual Heating Assistance Rebate Program open Wednesday,…