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Government announced, March 8, changes to auto insurance rules that will help some drivers keep their insurance premiums stable and create consistency in the marketplace. “Some drivers were not getting an opportunity to control their insurance premiums because of inconsistent interpretation of the province’s insurance law,” said Finance and Treasury Board Minister Randy Delorey. “The […]

Natalie Doucette is often on the road offering support to families in transition as the province’s first Mi’kmaw child welfare specialist. “I bring a different perspective that is grounded in our culture. I believe this will open the doors overall for better communication and understanding.” Natalie’s priority is to connect with First Nations communities across […]

Government announced today, March 4, it will hire more than 150 students across the province this spring and summer. More than 80 positions will be posted online today. Other students will be hired through internships and co-op placements directly with schools and some will return to summer positions they successfully competed for in the past. […]

Families living in the Fairview area of Halifax Regional Municipality will gain access to the Parenting Journey program as part of Stronger Families Nova Scotia, a provincial expansion of support for parents and children. Patricia Arab, MLA Fairview-Clayton Park, on behalf of Community Services Minister Joanne Bernard, announced the new location for the program today, […]

Nova Scotia’s anglers now have more winter sportfishing options available. Four additional lakes have been added to the growing number of winter fishing possibilities. They are Hutt Lake and Beck Lake in Lunenburg County, Dryden Lake in Pictou County and Beaver Dam Lake in Shelburne County. They are open to brook and rainbow trout fishing. […]

Nova Scotians with a speeding ticket and other summary offense tickets will now have the option of paying online. “This is part of a continued effort to make more government services available online,” said Justice Minister and Attorney General Diana Whalen. “The option to pay online will reduce wait times and speed up processing times.” […]

Mental health and addictions is an important topic. It affects our family and friends in many meaningful ways.   Stigma about mental health and addictions is on the decline, as we are becoming more aware of the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.   In many respects, Nova Scotia is ahead of the curve. Three […]

In just three weeks, we will mark the first anniversary for our five-year education action plan, The 3RS: Renew, Refocus and Rebuild – Nova Scotia’s Action Plan for Education. Each and every initiative is focused on increasing student achievement and success. I believe our education plan is unique as it is the result of an […]

Applications are now open for Nova Scotia’s 2016 Energy Training Program. Through this program small and medium-sized companies in the energy sector can apply for a wage subsidy to hire post-secondary students and recent graduates. The program provides eligible employers with 50 per cent of a salary, up to $7.50 per hour, during a student’s […]