Government of Nova Scotia News

Energy -- NOTE: The following is an op-ed from Energy Minister Michel Samson on the Electricity System Review Throughout the last year, government has been speaking to Nova Scotians about the province's electricity future.

Waterfront Development Corporation -- From local business to ocean innovation, waterfronts are places where Nova Scotians can bring big ideas to life.

Premier's Office -- Premier Stephen McNeil announced today, April 30, that Nova Scotia will contribute $50,000 to disaster relief efforts in Nepal.

Community Services -- Vulnerable children and families will be better protected and supported by amendments to the Children and Family Services Act introduced today, April 30.

Health and Wellness -- Mai est le Mois de la sensibilisation à la maladie de Lyme, et on encourage tout le monde à profiter des activités de plein air en toute sécurité en apprenant comment éviter les tiques à pattes noires, qui peuvent causer la maladie.

Health and Wellness -- May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month and everyone is encouraged to enjoy the outdoors safely by learning to avoid the blacklegged tick bites that can cause the disease.

Energy -- Les commentaires de plus de 1 300 Néo-Écossais aideront à préparer le nouveau plan provincial en matière d'électricité.

Energy -- Input from more than 1,300 Nova Scotians will help shape the province's new electricity plan.

Premier's Office -- Les Néo-Écossais peuvent reconnaître les contributions exceptionnelles dans les domaines de l'alphabétisation et de l'apprentissage en soumettant une candidature au Prix d'alphabétisation du Conseil de la fédération.

Premier's Office -- Nova Scotians can recognize outstanding contributions to literacy and learning by nominating someone for the Council of the Federation Literacy Award.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal Minister Geoff MacLellan reaffirmed government's commitment today, April 30, to a sustainable transportation link between Yarmouth and Maine.

Immigration -- Halifax's business community is sitting down to dinner tonight, April 30, with newcomers to Nova Scotia.

Energy -- Government introduced legislation today, April 29, to ensure marine renewable energy projects are developed in a responsible manner to respect the environment and the interests of local communities.

Gaelic Affairs / Communities, Culture and Heritage -- May is designated Gaelic Awareness Month, when Nova Scotia honours Gaels and promotes and celebrates their language, culture and community.

Community Services -- Nova Scotia's youth have a unique perspective on sexual violence and they want to be part of the conversation on how to prevent it.

Emergency Management Office -- On invite les Néo-Écossais à se préparer en vue d'une situation d'urgence dans le cadre de la Semaine de la sécurité civile, du 3 au 9 mai.

Emergency Management Office -- Nova Scotians are urged to be prepared for emergency situations as part of Emergency Preparedness Week, May 3-9.

Labour and Advanced Education -- Occupational Health and Safety officers have charged a Halifax company in the workplace death of a 47-year-old man.

Fisheries and Aquaculture -- A Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture staff investigation of aquaculture sites affected by a salmon and trout fish kill earlier this year has concluded environmental conditions, not disease, were likely responsible.

Justice -- Halifax Regional Police and the provincial government are hoping to receive more information about the death of Kevin Sean Farren through the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program.