Grants awarded through the new Mineral Resources Development Fund will help in the search for new mineral discoveries, move projects closer to production and attract investment into Nova Scotia. Energy and Mines Minister Derek Mombourquette announced the 28 grants totaling $799,800 today, July 11. "Nova Scotia's mining...
Nova Scotia's provincial parks are ready to welcome families and visitors with fun activities and unique learning experiences on Canada's Parks Day, Saturday, July 21. "Nova Scotians love their parks, as do many of the tourists who visit our province each year," said Lands and Forestry...
Four orthopedic surgeons have been recruited to improve care and help more Nova Scotians receive hip and knee replacements. One of the new surgeons is already working at Valley Regional Hospital. Three others will join teams at the Aberdeen Hospital, Dartmouth General and QEII Health Sciences...
The delivery of the QEII redevelopment project and the recently announced CBRM Health Care Redevelopment Plan will be led by a new division of Nova Scotia Lands, a Crown entity that focuses on major construction and remediation projects. "These are two of the largest and most...
Government employees, 2SLGBTIQ+ community members, allies and supporters were in attendance as the Pride flag was raised at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, in Halifax, July 12. "The Pride flag is a significant visual symbol of inclusivity and acceptance. Our flag raising event demonstrates the...
Are you interested in discovering ideas and developing solutions related to Nova Scotia's aging population? If so, government is looking for open-minded, creative and diverse individuals for a one-year fellowship with NS GovLab. "NS GovLab is like nothing government has ever done before," said Seniors Minister...
More Nova Scotians will soon be able to find a good home at a price they can afford. Housing Nova Scotia is investing $18 million to create up to 1,500 new affordable housing opportunities through rent supplements over the next three years. More than a third...
COMMUNITIES/CULTURE/HERITAGE--Cultural Hub Public Engagement Begins ----------------------------------------------------------------- Nova Scotians wanting to help shape the vision for a proposed new cultural hub on the Halifax waterfront are invited to provide input this month starting with an in-person public engagement session on Thursday, July 12. The province announced earlier this year...
Surf’s up on many of Nova Scotia’s most popular beaches beginning Saturday, June 30, when lifeguards hit the sand to keep beachgoers safe....
Government is moving ahead on its commitment to develop eight community-based homes for Nova Scotians with disabilities over two years. ...