Government of Nova Scotia News
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Press releases from the Government of Nova Scotia. Distributed by Communications Nova Scotia.
Updated: 8 hours 53 min ago
38th Nova Scotia 4-H Show Celebrates Youth Leadership in Windsor
Agriculture -- 4-H members are getting their projects ready for the 38th annual Nova Scotia 4-H show, Oct. 2 - 4 at the Hants County Exhibition grounds in Windsor.
Minister Hines to Take Immediate Medical Leave
Premier's Office -- Natural Resources Minister Lloyd Hines is taking a brief leave of absence from his ministerial duties to tend to a personal health issue.
Permanent Cease Trade Order for Mutual Fund Salesperson
Nova Scotia Securities Commission -- The Nova Scotia Securities Commission has issued a similar order against Timothy Wade MacDonald to one previously issued by the Nova Scotia Provincial Court.
14th Annual Responsible Gambling Awareness Week
Nova Scotia Provincial Lotteries and Casino Corporation -- NOTE: A list of Responsible Gambling Awareness Week events in Halifax and Sydney follows this release.
One of the best ways for players to keep the fun in the game is to understand what it means to gamble responsibly. The Nova Scotia Provincial Lotteries and Casino Corporation is taking that information to the streets through programs and events during Responsible Gambling Awareness Week, Sept. 27 to Oct. 3.
Film Productions Announced
Nova Scotia Business Inc. -- Nova Scotia Business Inc. announced the first approved productions through the Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund (NSFPIF) today, Sept. 22.
Quarry Approval Issued
Environment --
The Department of Environment has issued an operating approval to Scotian Materials Ltd., for a quarry under four hectares on Perrin Drive, near Fall River, Halifax Regional Municipality.
Darren Greer to Read Just Beneath My Skin Across Province
Communities, Culture and Heritage -- Join the province's biggest book club by reading this year's One Book Nova Scotia selection, Just Beneath My Skin by Darren Greer.
Public Information Session on Crowdfunding in Truro
Nova Scotia Securities Commission -- The Nova Scotia Securities Commission is holding a free public information session on the new rules for the equity crowdfunding exemptions on Oct. 15.
Alternative Service Delivery Request for Supplier Qualifications Issued
Service Nova Scotia -- Service Nova Scotia issued a Request for Supplier Qualifications today, Sept. 22, as part of an ongoing process to explore the feasibility of alternative service delivery partnership opportunities for three registries.
Tender Awarded for Tolling Feasibility Study
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- CBCL Limited, an Atlantic Canadian engineering and environmental design company, has won the tender to conduct a feasibility study on tolling.
Government Supports Sustainable Transportation in the Valley
Energy -- Government is supporting three sustainable transportation projects in Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley.
Government Releases Update, Recommits to Strong Fiscal Management
Finance and Treasury Board -- Finance and Treasury Board Minister Randy Delorey confirmed government's commitment to strong fiscal management amidst continuing economic uncertainty in government's first budget 2015-16 update.
Nova Scotia Recognizes the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain
Premier's Office -- Premier Stephen McNeil, Minister responsible for Military Relations, acknowledged the 75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain today, Sept. 20, and the brave Canadians who fought for freedom, peace and democracy.
Treatment of Water at Alderney Manor Continues
Housing Nova Scotia -- Government is taking new steps to treat the water system at Alderney Manor in Dartmouth, to address a recent outbreak of Legionnaires disease.
Weekly Traffic Advisories
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- NEW WORK
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Insurance Settlements Policy to Change
Community Services -- Government is changing the way it handles insurance settlements for people receiving care.
Better Support for Families Owed Child and Spousal Payments
Justice -- Government is making changes to the program that helps families collect court-ordered child and spousal support payments. Justice Minister Diana Whalen has announced actions that will lead to stronger enforcement and better services to families.
Celebrating Organic Week
Agriculture -- Nova Scotians will have an opportunity to learn about the economic and health benefits of local organic products during National Organic Week, Sept. 19-27.
Site Selected for New Halifax Elementary School
Education and Early Childhood Development --
A site has been selected and approved for a new, modern school to replace LeMarchant-St. Thomas Elementary School in Halifax.
Government Supports Sustainable Transportation in Sydney
Energy -- Government is supporting continued work on the Grand Lake Multi-use Path in Sydney, connecting residents and visitors with even more community hubs in the city.