Category: Government Updates

As part of Budget 2016-2017 the province is creating a fund to assist community and sponsor groups that are helping refugees integrate into Nova Scotia communities. “The way Nova Scotians are welcoming refugees shows what we can achieve when we work together,” said Immigration Minister Lena Metlege Diab. “A diverse Nova Scotia is a strong […]

Minister of Finance, Randy Delorey addressed the Halifax Chamber of Commerce yesterday. Here’ the video of his entire speech you can read on for some of the key points from his speech. As always please share your comments below or feel free to get in touch. Pre-Budget Address 2016 Nova Scotians don’t believe me when […]

The Province offers a program to help lower-income Nova Scotians with the cost of home heating during the colder months. The program offers a little bit of help to make getting through the winter a little easier. You may qualify for the Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP) if you pay a heating bill at your […]

The province is supporting new initiatives that help build stronger, diverse communities in Nova Scotia. MLA Patricia Arab, on behalf of Communities, Culture and Heritage Minister Tony Ince, announced today, March 20, that government will provide $4,000 to the Afghan Society of Halifax for promotion of Nawruz, a traditional celebration of spring that starts at […]

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. […]