Minister Lohr responds to the federal budget
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from John Lohr, Minister of Finance and Treasury Board. “We want to congratulate Prime Minister Carney on the introduction of his first budget. Nova…
Minister’s statement on Supreme Court of Canada decision
HALIFAX: The following is a statement from Scott Armstrong, Attorney General and Minister of Justice, in response to the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision striking down mandatory minimum sentences for…
N.S. resuming mail service through Canada Post
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is resuming mail delivery through Canada Post after postal workers moved to rotating strikes earlier this month. Starting Friday, October 31, Access Nova Scotia centres will no…
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…
Premier Houston heads to Alberta, Texas in first trip as Energy Minister
HALIFAX: Premier Tim Houston will be in Calgary, Alberta, and Houston, Texas, next week to discuss energy opportunities for the province in his first trip as energy minister. “I’ve been…
N.S. urges trick-or-treaters to use caution this Halloween
HALIFAX: Families are advised to use caution during Halloween with Environment Canada forecasting heavy rain and strong winds across most of the province on Friday, October 31. Wet and windy…
Construction Safety N.S., MERIT N.S. launch member assistance program to support mental health in construction industry
DARTMOUTH: Construction Safety Nova Scotia (CSNS) and MERIT Nova Scotia are pleased to announce the launch of Anchor Point, a new Member Assistance Program (MAP) designed to enhance mental health…
Helping others through experience: Dick Jamer’s story
By Lauren MacDougall When Dick Jamer’s wife Jan was diagnosed with dementia, he wasn’t sure where to turn. “I had no idea what the diagnosis meant or what help was…
Traffic: Weekly traffic advisories from the province
NOVA SCOTIA: The projects listed below are planned road and bridge work. For the most up-to-date provincial traffic notices, follow @511ns on X at https://x.com/511ns, call 511 or visit: https://511.novascotia.ca/…
Minister’s statement on tabling of federal Bail and Sentencing reform act
MUSQUODOBOIT VALLEY: The following is a statement from Scott Armstrong, Attorney General and Minister of Justice. “As one of my first actions as Nova Scotia’s new Attorney General and Minister…