This new funding will assist group and peer mental health support, long-term counselling and the Pause: Mental Health Walk-In Program.
Investing in continuing care workplace safety equipment and training
The province is investing more than $3.5 million in workplace safety training and equipment for staff in continuing care, as well as offering more diverse programming for individuals in long-term care.
Province increases support for businesses
“Through our ongoing consultations with the business community, we recognized the challenges many owners are facing as these necessary additional public health protocols remain in place,” said Inclusive Economic Growth Minister Labi Kousoulis.
Emergency funding for child-care centres
The money covers staffing and operational costs. As is the case with all business support during the pandemic, the funding does not compensate for loss of profit.
New Mi’kmaw Chair in Healthy L’nu Communities created
The new chair was created to incorporate and gather L’nu knowledge to improve health outcomes of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaw.
Mental health grants for organizations across the province
Organizations across the province that serve those most vulnerable to the health, social and economic impacts of COVID-19 are receiving funding through the federal Safe Restart Agreement.
Expanded small business Real Property Tax Rebate program opens
The program has expanded to include live performing arts organizations and independent retailers with a physical location, such as bookstores or clothing stores.
Access to paid sick leave for Nova Scotians
People who cannot work remotely and miss less than 50 per cent of their scheduled work time in a one-week period due to COVID-19 may be eligible.
Funding to create community housing proposal for women
The investment will fund a project co-ordinator to oversee the proposal, including site selection, preliminary design and the creation of a multi-year fundraising plan.
Government supports the food needs of vulnerable Nova Scotians
The food box program is volunteer-based and relies on community members to deliver food boxes to Nova Scotians in need.