Government of Nova Scotia News

Human Rights Commission -- An independent Nova Scotia human rights board of inquiry in the case of Kevin Brooks v. Nova Scotia Department of Justice, scheduled to begin on Monday, Nov. 16, has been adjourned.

Premier's Office -- Government is committed to recruiting the next generation of workers into the Nova Scotia Public Service.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- NEW WORK ---

Communities, Culture and Heritage -- Nova Scotia will take a more modern and efficient approach to registering heritage properties with changes to the Heritage Property Act introduced today, Nov. 13.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- The province and the Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU), representing public school teachers, announced today, Nov. 12, they have reached a tentative agreement.

Human Rights Commission -- The chair of an independent human rights board of inquiry has dismissed the complaint by Tony Smith against Capital District Health Authority.

Premier's Office -- Government will continue its work to protect the programs and services that are most important to Nova Scotians, during the second session of the 62nd general assembly, which resumed today, Nov. 12.

Premier's Office -- NOTE: The following is an op-ed piece from Premier Stephen McNeil. Last week I met with New Brunswick Premier Brian Gallant and Prince Edward Island Premier Wade MacLauchlan to take significant steps in improving our region's competitiveness and positioning it for growth.

Energy -- Nova Scotia's offshore has attracted another leader in the oil and gas industry, with the confirmation of successful bids for two deepwater parcels.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- HANTS COUNTY: Highway 101

Justice -- Two appointments have been made to the Nova Scotia Provincial and Family Courts by the Attorney General and Justice Minister Diana Whalen.

Service Nova Scotia -- Le gouvernement offre de l'aide financière aux Néo-Écossais pour les aider à payer leurs frais de chauffage et pour rendre leur maison plus sécuritaire et plus accessible.

Service Nova Scotia -- Government is reaching out to Nova Scotians regarding financial assistance for home heating and making their homes safer and more accessible.

Health and Wellness -- Children at the YWCA Spryfield Early Learning and Child Care Centre will soon enjoy a new playground thanks to an investment by the province.

Service Nova Scotia -- Le gouvernement offrira le Wi-Fi dans les 13 centres Accès Nouvelle-Écosse de la province.

Service Nova Scotia -- Government is offering free Wifi in Access Nova Scotia Centres across the province. The new service will be available at all 13 locations.

Premier's Office -- Like thousands of other Nova Scotians Premier Stephen McNeil will take time to participate in Remembrance Day events, Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Premier Stephen McNeil joined students and families from Annapolis Royal and surrounding communities today, Nov. 9, to celebrate major upgrades at Annapolis West Education Centre.

Energy -- L'avenir énergétique de la Nouvelle-Écosse inclura des tarifs d'électricité plus prévisibles, un service public plus responsable envers les contribuables, ainsi qu'une plus grande concurrence et innovation.

Energy -- Nova Scotia's electricity future will have more predictable power rates and a utility that is more accountable to ratepayers, more competition and innovation.