Government of Nova Scotia News

Housing Nova Scotia -- Women and children fleeing domestic violence in Kings, Annapolis and Hants counties will soon have access to a new place of safety and refuge, with the support of the provincial and federal governments.

Events East Group -- The Halifax Convention Centre announced today, Oct. 12, the introduction of a local program to showcase Nova Scotia food, culture and experiences to national and international visitors.

Human Rights Commission -- On its 50th anniversary, the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission invites Nova Scotians to nominate individuals or groups for the 2017 Human Rights Awards.

Status of Women -- Today, Oct. 11, is International Day of the Girl, a time to talk about issues concerning gender equality facing young women.

Finance and Treasury Board -- Finance and Treasury Board Minister Karen Casey introduced the Financial Measures (2017) Act today, Oct. 11.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Le gouvernement provincial a embauché Avis Glaze, une experte de renommée mondiale, pour effectuer un examen administratif du système scolaire.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- The province has hired Avis Glaze, an internationally recognized expert, to review its education administrative model.

Environment -- Environment Minister Iain Rankin has issued a ministerial order to Northern Pulp Nova Scotia Corporation today, Oct. 10, requiring the company to address issues with its power boiler.

Energy -- Government is introducing amendments to the Gas Distribution Act today, Oct. 10, to give the Utility and Review Board (UARB) the authority to consider applications dealing with natural gas transportation costs.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal / Service Nova Scotia -- Le permis de conduire et la carte d’identité avec photo seront bientôt mieux protégés contre le vol d'identité, la fraude et la contrefaçon.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal / Service Nova Scotia -- Nova Scotia driver’s licence and photo ID cards will soon be better protected against identity theft, fraud and forgery.

Health and Wellness -- Access to mental health services is improving across Nova Scotia with an additional $8.6 million in government funding this year leading to almost 70 more mental health-care providers.

Nova Scotia Business Inc. -- Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI) has announced two newly approved productions through the Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund today, Oct. 10.

Premier's Office -- Young people from across Nova Scotia visited Province House in Halifax, today, Oct. 7, to celebrate Cadet Day.

Municipal Affairs -- Un incendie dans votre maison peut mettre votre vie en danger en aussi peu que deux minutes. C'est pourquoi chaque seconde compte quand il s'agit de trouver un endroit sécuritaire.

Municipal Affairs -- It can take as little as two minutes for a fire in your home to become life-threatening, so every second matters in getting to safety.

Communities, Culture and Heritage -- Nova Scotians can learn more about the personal challenges and diverse experiences of the Mi’kmaw community through a new exhibit at the Museum of Natural History in Halifax.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- NEW WORK ---

Seniors -- Research is underway to better understand the barriers older adults experience when they are looking for work.

Justice -- Le cannabis sera légalisé au Canada d'ici juillet 2018, et on demande aux Néo-Écossais de soumettre leurs opinions à ce sujet. Un sondage en ligne a été lancé aujourd'hui 6 octobre, et sera en ligne jusqu'au 27 octobre.