Navigating Fall Challenges: Hurricane preparedness, Legislative action, and financial support
September updates on hurricane preparedness, legislative action, and financial support for seniors.
Seniors Care Grant increase
The Seniors Care Grant helps seniors cover the costs of a range of healthcare and household services, including physiotherapy, medication and grocery delivery, phone services, and home repairs.
Have your say: Shape Nova Scotia’s Protected Areas Strategy
Nova Scotia’s natural wonders are counting on us, together we can ensure that the landscapes we cherish remain vibrant and untouched for years to come. Contribute to Nova Scotia’s future by participating in the Protected Areas Strategy survey.
Navigating Hurricane Season: Staying Prepared Amid Tropical Weather Activity
As we enter the peak of hurricane season, the importance of readiness cannot be overstated. The powerful winds, heavy rain, and potential devastation associated with hurricanes underscore the significance of proactive measures.
Fairview—Clayton Park August Report
Here we are once again at the end of another summer, with back to school just around the corner. As your MLA and the Shadow Critic for Education, I am committed to advocating for the best possible education for our children. I want to address some of the pressing challenges we face.
School Supply Drive
This year, my office, MLA Ali Duali, and MLA Rafah DiCostanzo’s offices will be accepting donations for school supplies to be distributed to the School Plus program to directly help students in our communities.
Nia Summit for African Nova Scotian/Black youth
The Nia Summit provides African Nova Scotian/Black youth the opportunity to take part in an event created by their peers, one that addresses their unique needs, amplifies their voices, and facilitates community-building.
Helping women turn food skills into businesses
The specialized program in cooking entrepreneurship (SPICE) helps women learn how to develop a business plan and follow regulations for running a food business.
Disaster Financial Assistance
Support for small businesses, non-profits, and residential property owners and tenants who have suffered uninsurable damage or loss from the July storm flooding can apply for financial assistance until October 31st.
Provincewide state of emergency
A provincewide state of emergency was declared on July 22, in response to the severe flooding that happened across the province on July 21 and will remain in effect until August 5 or until government terminates or extends it.
Ted Rogers Community Grants
Ted Rogers Community Grants are available to registered charities and non-profits to support youth through programs in education, health and sport, entrepreneurship, and digital literacy.
Community Economic Development Fund
Non-profits, industry associations, social enterprises, municipalities, academic institutions, and other organizations that benefit the public can apply for funding.
Settling insurance claims on Hurricane Fiona
General Insurance OmbudService can provide advice on dealing with your insurance company regarding damage from Hurricane Fiona.
2023 Seniors Property Tax Rebate
Applications for the Property Tax Rebate for Seniors, which helps low-income seniors with their municipal residential property taxes are now open.
People removed in error from the Need A Family Practice Waitlist
To determine whether you are still on the Need A Family Practice waitlist, please visit their website, or call 811.