Government of Nova Scotia News

Community Services -- Provincial and territorial ministers responsible for social services met today, July 31, in Halifax to discuss key social policy issues including: income security for Canadians and reducing poverty; improving outcomes for Indigenous children and youth; and improving supports for families and children with autism spectrum disorder.

Justice -- The province has appointed an acting commissioner to oversee potential conflict of interest matters.

Service Nova Scotia -- Landlords and tenants in Nova Scotia will soon be able to resolve disputes via telephone, making the process faster and more efficient.

Premier's Office -- On behalf of Nova Scotians, Premier Stephen McNeil welcomes the athletes participating in the Special Olympics Canada 2018 Summer Games to our province.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- NEW WORK

Lands and Forestry -- Groups delivering conservation education, promoting sustainable hunting practises and studying the pressures affecting wildlife populations are receiving grants from the Habitat Conservation Fund.

Nova Scotia Business Inc. -- Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI) released its 16th annual report today, July 26, covering the fiscal period from April 1, 2017, to March 31, 2018.

Finance and Treasury Board -- Government released the public accounts for the 2017-18 fiscal year today, July 26.

Premier's Office -- Premier Stephen McNeil will travel to Washington, D.C. on Monday, July 30 to discuss the importance of free trade to the relationship between Canada and the United States.

Business / Tourism Nova Scotia -- The province will invest in five iconic tourism sites to enhance visitor access and experiences, and help motivate people to travel to Nova Scotia.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- La création d'un plus grand nombre de possibilités pour les Néo-Écossais qui souhaitent poursuivre une carrière en éducation de la petite enfance permettra de renforcer les effectifs et de répondre aux besoins des familles ayant de jeunes enfants.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Creating more opportunities for Nova Scotians who want to pursue a career in early childhood education will strengthen and develop the workforce and help meet the needs of families with young children.

Lands and Forestry -- The provincial winner of the 2018 Woodland Owner of the Year award thrives on the changes of the seasons.

Nova Scotia Business Inc. -- Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI) has announced newly approved productions through the Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund today, July 24.

Lieutenant Governor -- Le public est invité à la réception en plein air du lieutenant-gouverneur au Gaelic College, à Englishtown, le jeudi 26 juillet de 13 h à 15 h.

Lieutenant Governor -- The public is invited to attend a garden party hosted by the lieutenant governor at the Gaelic College, Englishtown, on Thursday, July 26, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- NEW WORK ---

Justice -- A serious crime has been solved with the help of information received through Nova Scotia's Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program.

Health and Wellness -- Government is increasing access to HIV prevention medication by adding it as a benefit under provincial Pharmacare programs effective Monday, July 23.

Municipal Affairs -- Le gouvernement fait équipe avec les municipalités pour investir dans des projets d’embellissement un peu partout dans la province.