Expansions to Nova Scotia’s Primary Care Plan
Central Nova Scotia will see 14 new or strengthened clinics in the region.
Accessing vaccination records online
VaxRecordNS allows citizens with a Nova Scotia health card to access some of their official vaccination records using the website.
Emergency Preparedness Week
This year, Emergency Preparedness Week is May 7th to 13th. Get prepared for any kind of emergency with these helpful tips.
Nominations open for Provincial Volunteer Awards
Nominate an outstanding Nova Scotian for the 49th Provincial Volunteer Awards, an annual celebration of volunteers’ contributions to organizations and communities.
Join an agency, board, or commission
The biannual call for applications for Nova Scotia’s many agencies, boards, and commissions are now open.
Skilled Trades Refund Program
Young Nova Scotians can now apply for the More Opportunity for Skilled Trades (MOST) provincial income tax refund.
Nominations open for 2023 Community Spirit Award
Nova Scotians can show their community pride by submitting nominations for this years Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Award.
Funding for Community, Arts, and Culture Infrastructure
The Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage has a variety of funding programs, grants and awards are available for individuals and organizations in Nova Scotia.
Provincial campsite bookings
Reservations for the 2023 camping season will open between April 4 – 6.
Provincial burn restrictions
Check before you burn! Provincial burn restrictions are now in effect until October 15.
Expanded Home Heating Program
The Heating Assistance Rebate Program helps Nova Scotians with the cost of home heating.
Changes to Residential Tenancies Program
Recent changes to the Residential Tenancies Program were made after listening to feedback from tenants and landlords to help provide more clarity for landlords and strengthen tenant protections.
New Supportive Counselling Program
Nova Scotians can access one-on-one supportive counselling to help with general mental health concerns, including anxiety, job loss, grief, relationship issues, and substance use under this new pilot program.
Nominations open for Order of Nova Scotia
If you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the cultural life or the social or economic well-being of the province, you should consider nominating him or her for the Order of Nova Scotia.
Community Pharmacy Primary Care Clinic Program
Twelve clinics across Nova Scotia will offer free, expanded care for a variety of health concerns.