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Category: Government Updates
Additional funding for homes in need of repairs
More Nova Scotians can get help to make necessary repairs and adaptations so they can live comfortably at home.
Amendments to first aid requirements
The amendments help to modernize first aid requirements and consolidate them in Nova Scotia under the Workplace Health and Safety Regulations.
Province unveils new pre-school autism services
The new care model will ensure that families have access to earlier intervention and that they are aware of what services are available, how to access them and who is eligible. Families and service providers will also have access to the education they need to best support the individual needs of each child.
Legislation enshrines Mi’kmaw as Nova Scotia’s first language
Legislation introduced April 7, recognizes Mi’kmaw as Nova Scotia’s first language and will support efforts to preserve and promote it now and for future generations. The legislation will be proclaimed on a mutually agreeable date with Mi’kmaw leadership, and it will take effect on October 1, Treaty Day.
Parents to pay less for childcare
The Federal government has now agreed to move the timetable up for $10/day child care…
Apply now: One-time grants for small businesses
Businesses impacted by the latest public health restrictions in Nova Scotia can now apply for support through the Sector Impact Support Program.
Seniors’ Property Tax Rebate
The deadline is approaching to apply for the Seniors’ Property Tax Rebate. This program helps seniors living on lower incomes with their municipal residential property taxes by offering eligible seniors a rebate of up to $800.
Province takes action to reduce waste
Changes are coming to how solid waste is managed in Nova Scotia which will reduce waste in our landfills and create a greener and healthier environment.
FREE COVID-19 rapid tests now available at public libraries
Beginning December 13th, Nova Scotians can pick up COVID-19 rapid test kits at public libraries across the province. There are 400,000 tests available. They are packaged in kits of five, and there is a limit of one kit per person. The tests can be used at home for people ages three and up.