Government of Nova Scotia News
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Press releases from the Government of Nova Scotia. Distributed by Communications Nova Scotia.
Updated: 6 hours 41 min ago
Crown Attorneys Appointed in Halifax and Dartmouth
Public Prosecution Service -- Sarah Kirby has been appointed a Crown attorney in Halifax and Emma Woodburn has been appointed a Crown attorney in Dartmouth.
Advertising Report Posted
Communications Nova Scotia -- Government's first advertising report is now available online at http://novascotia.ca/cns/pubs/Advertising_Report_20142015.pdf.
Publication du rapport financier de novembre 2015
Auditor General -- Bien que certains indicateurs financiers montrent que la situation financière de la province s'est améliorée en 2014-2015, d'autres indicateurs liés à la durabilité, à la flexibilité et à la vulnérabilité des activités du gouvernement demeurent défavorables, a déclaré le vérificateur général, Michael Pickup, dans son rapport publié aujourd’hui, le 4 novembre.
November 2015 Financial Report Released
Auditor General -- Although some financial indicators show that the province's financial position improved during 2014-15, other indicators related to the sustainability, flexibility and vulnerability of government operations remain unfavourable, Auditor General Michael Pickup said in his report issued today, Nov. 4.
Approval for Quarry in Fall River Revoked
Environment -- Environment Minister Andrew Younger announced today, Nov. 3, that effective immediately, he is revoking an operating approval issued to Scotian Materials Ltd. for a quarry under four hectares on Perrin Drive, near Fall River, Halifax Regional Municipality.
Film Production Announced
Nova Scotia Business Inc. -- Nova Scotia Business Inc. announced a new funding commitment through the Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund today, Nov. 3.
New Tom Forrestall Work Celebrates Parrsboro's Eldon George
Communities, Culture and Heritage --
Nova Scotia artist Tom Forrestall has created two new works to celebrate the life and accomplishments of amateur geologist Eldon George and the Parrsboro Rock and Mineral Shop.
Restorative Inquiry Council of Parties Appointed
Premier's Office -- The Council of Parties that will guide the Nova Scotia Home for Colored Children Restorative Inquiry has been appointed, effective today, Nov. 2.
Préparez-vous pour l’hiver
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- Le gouvernement se prépare pour l’hiver et les Néo-Écossais sont invités à en faire autant.
Get Ready for Winter
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- As the province gears up for winter, Nova Scotians are encouraged to do the same.
Government Supports the Antigonish Education Centre
Community Services -- Finance and Treasury Board Minister Randy Delorey, on behalf of Community Services Minister Joanne Bernard, announced support for the Antigonish Education Centre, today, Nov. 2.
Traffic Advisory, Yarmouth County
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- YARMOUTH COUNTY: Quinan Causeway Bridge
Charlton v. Holmestead Cheese Sales Inc. Settlement Review
Human Rights Commission -- An independent Nova Scotia human rights board of inquiry into Dewayne Charlton v. Holmestead Cheese Sales Inc. will resume Tuesday, Nov. 3 at the request of board chair Kathleen Raymond.
Weekly Traffic Advisories
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- NEW WORK
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Paramedics Recognized for Exemplary Service
Health and Wellness -- Lt.-Gov. J.J. Grant presented the Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Services Medal to 14 Nova Scotia paramedics during a ceremony at Government House on Thursday, Oct. 29.
Rappel au sujet de la saison de chasse et de la chasse le dimanche
Natural Resources -- La saison de la chasse générale au chevreuil débute aujourd'hui 30 octobre et se poursuit jusqu'au 5 décembre.
Hunting Season, Sunday Hunting Reminder
Natural Resources -- General deer hunting season begins today, Friday, Oct. 30, and continues to Dec. 5.
ENVIRONMENT–Amherst Office Closed
Environment -- The Department of Environment regional office in Amherst, 71 East Victoria St., is closed for the rest of today, Oct. 29, due to a power outage.
Government Negotiating with Bay Ferries for Yarmouth Ferry Service
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- Bay Ferries Limited, majority owned by CEO Mark MacDonald, is the preferred candidate to operate the ferry service from Yarmouth to Maine.
Time Falls Back Nov. 1
Justice -- Nova Scotians will get an extra hour of sleep Sunday, Nov.1, when daylight savings time ends.