Government of Nova Scotia News

Premier's Office -- Premier Stephen McNeil said he is disappointed that the association representing the province's medical residents has requested arbitration.

Internal Services -- Government surplus equipment, including vehicles, furniture, electronics, and other items will be sold at auction on Saturday, Nov. 7, in Dartmouth.

Fisheries and Aquaculture -- A delegation of government and business leaders from Iceland visited Nova Scotia, Oct. 27-28, to promote opportunities for innovation in Nova Scotia's seafood, aquaculture and biotechnology sectors.

Labour and Advanced Education -- Government is working to keep young people safe on the job.

Fisheries and Aquaculture -- NOTE: The following is an op-ed from Keith Colwell, Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture. Aquaculture in Nova Scotia is an industry that is an increasingly important economic contributor to rural regions in the province.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- CAPE BRETON REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Highway 125

Community Services -- Community Services issued two requests for proposals today, Oct. 28, for help with the second stage of change to the Employment Support and Income Assistance and Child, Youth, and Family Supports programs.

Environment -- The Department of Environment has issued a directive to Northern Pulp to complete an independent engineering review and evaluation for the entire power boiler system by Nov. 30.

Health and Wellness -- Health and Wellness Minister Leo Glavine today, Oct. 26, discussed issues related to Roseway Emergency Department in Shelburne and overall health care in Shelburne County during a presentation with Janet Knox, president and CEO of the Nova Scotia Health Authority.

Tourism Nova Scotia -- A firm with international tourism expertise will partner with a local Nova Scotia agency to market Nova Scotia to the world. DDB Canada partnered with Halifax's Trampoline to become the successful proponent in the competitive selection process for Tourism Nova Scotia's marketing contract.

Fisheries and Aquaculture -- A more responsible and transparent approach to aquaculture development, and greater clarity for industry, is the centerpiece of new aquaculture regulations released by government today, Oct. 26.

Community Services -- Government is supporting a project in the Municipality of Cumberland that will increase accessibility at a local community centre.

Immigration -- Businesses, community leaders, newcomers, municipal officials, post-secondary institutions, and settlement partners come together in Halifax today, Oct. 26, to discuss ways to enhance immigration to Nova Scotia.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- NEW WORK ---

Service Nova Scotia -- Places like arenas, bingo halls, Royal Canadian Legion branches, Kinsmen Clubs, and bowling centres will no longer require a Place of Amusement Licence to operate their facilities and locations.

Lieutenant Governor -- His Royal Highness The Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, youngest son of Queen Elizabeth II, will be in Nova Scotia Nov. 1-2.

Internal Services -- Government is helping entrepreneurs and businesses find opportunities to sell goods and services to the public sector.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Dans le cadre du Plan d'action en matière d'éducation, le ministère de l'Éducation et du Développement de la petite enfance publie un guide visant à aider les parents d'enfants de quatre ans à commencer l'école de façon positive par le jeu.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- As part of the Action Plan for Education, the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is releasing a guide to help parents of four-year-olds play their way to a positive start in school.

Fisheries and Aquaculture -- Upgrades to Nova Scotia's fish health laboratory are an important step in developing a new approach to regulating aquaculture.