HST lowered by province, income thresholds raised for Nova Scotians
From a release HALIFAX: Beginning April 1, residents across Nova Scotia will pay less for goods and services, the province announced as they cut its portion of the harmonized sales…
Melvin Lake wind farm to create jobs, help fight climate change, province says
From a release HRM/EAST HANTS: A new wind farm will make more clean, low-cost energy in Nova Scotia, creating jobs, stabilizing power bills and helping fight climate change. The Melvin…
N.S. focused on reducing red tape, eliminating doctors burden
From a release HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is improving its regulatory environment and making more government services efficient and effective. “There are unlimited opportunities to reduce red tape in our province,”…
Province supports new affordable housing in Dartmouth
From a press release DARTMOUTH: New energy efficient and affordable housing will soon be available in Dartmouth. The Affordable Housing Association of Nova Scotia’s True North II development is almost…
Province announces funding for industries to move towards cleaner fuels
From a release HALIFAX: The province is now taking applications for the Clean Fuels Fund, which helps industries, businesses and communities switch to low-carbon and renewable fuels. “We’re moving toward…
Report shows significant progress in response to climate change
HALIFAX: Nova Scotia is making significant progress toward a healthier, more sustainable and climate-resilient future for generations to come. The province released the third annual progress report on climate action…
Trails in HRM receive funding for upgrades
HRM: Nova Scotians and visitors will see upgrades to two popular trails in Halifax Regional Municipality with provincial grants announced July 15 by the province. “Trails are essential for improving…
Province announces funding for new supportive housing in Dartmouth
HALIFAX: New supportive housing for seniors and people living with developmental disabilities will soon be available in Dartmouth with funding from three levels of government. Main Street Centre, a seven-storey,…
Province announces plan for climate-resilient coastal communities, homes
From a release HALIFAX: Climate change is causing rising sea levels and stronger storms which can lead to more storm surge flooding and erosion, which put people and properties at…
New Canada-N.S. Nature charts new path with to help protect and conserve nature
From a federal government release HALIFAX: The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia say a Canada-Nova Scotia Nature Agreement show the two are working together to protect and conserve biodiversity,…