Government of Nova Scotia News

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Chaque année, la Semaine de l’éducation de la Nouvelle-Écosse est l’occasion de reconnaître le travail des enseignants, des administrateurs d’écoles publiques, des éducateurs de la petite enfance et du personnel de soutien des élèves, qui contribuent à assurer la réussite et le bien-être des élèves.

Environment and Climate Change -- The Province is providing $3 million in new funding to Net Zero Atlantic for the research and development needed to help Nova Scotia meet its 2050 net-zero emissions target.

Lieutenant-Governor -- Lt.-Gov. Arthur J. LeBlanc is pleased to announce events in Nova Scotia to mark King Charles III’s coronation.

Public Works -- People working, travelling or living in the Annapolis Valley will have better and safer transportation options with a new Highway 101 interchange and connector roads.

Premier's Office -- Nova Scotians are asked to pause for a moment of silence at noon on Tuesday, April 18, and Wednesday, April 19, to remember those lost, honour the survivors and reflect on what happened in the province three years ago.

Public Works -- NOTE: For the most up-to-date traffic notices, follow @511ns on Twitter at https://twitter.com/511ns , call 511 or visit: https://511.novascotia.ca/ CONTINUING WORK

Health and Wellness -- Nova Scotians will now be able to get more information more easily about access to primary healthcare.

Executive Council Office -- Qu’il s’agisse du Conseil consultatif sur l’accessibilité, de la Commission des accidents du travail ou de n’importe lequel des quelque 140 conseils, agences et commissions de la Nouvelle-Écosse, plusieurs possibilités s’offrent aux gens qui souhaitent faire une différence dans leur communauté et dans leur province.

Executive Council Office -- From the Accessibility Advisory Board to the Workers’ Compensation Board, about 140 agencies, boards and commissions are available to Nova Scotians interested in making an impact in their communities and province.

Premier's Office -- Historic investment to improve healthcare and new legislation to get more Nova Scotians faster access to care were highlights of the spring legislative session that closed today, April 12.

Acadian Affairs and Francophonie / Lieutenant-Governor -- Three Nova Scotians received the 2023 Lieutenant-Governor's Award of Excellence for l’Acadie and Francophonie of Nova Scotia today, April 12.

Acadian Affairs and Francophonie / Lieutenant-Governor -- Trois personnes de la Nouvelle-Écosse ont reçu le Prix d’excellence du lieutenant-gouverneur pour l’Acadie et la francophonie de la Nouvelle-Écosse aujourd’hui, le 12 avril.

Education and Early Childhood Development / Agriculture -- Fresh food carts in five Nova Scotia schools will support farmers and give students greater access to locally grown produce, help them understand where food comes from, and fuel their learning.

Public Works -- NOTE: For the most up-to-date traffic notices, follow @511ns on Twitter at https://twitter.com/511ns , call 511 or visit: https://511.novascotia.ca/ CONTINUING WORK

Advanced Education / Health and Wellness -- The Province continues to move quickly to train more people for high-demand healthcare jobs across Nova Scotia.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- AVIS AUX CHEFS DES NOUVELLES : Des photos de la ministre Druhan lors de sa visite à l'école Clayton Park Junior High à Halifax, aujourd'hui 5 avril, peuvent être consultées au : https://news.novascotia.ca/photos/2023/04/05/nouvelle-technologie-pour-les-%C3%A9coles La Nouvelle-Écosse fait l'achat d'un plus grand nombre de Chromebook, d'iPad et d'ordinateurs portables pour appuyer les élèves et les enseignants à l'échelle de la province.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- NOTE TO EDITORS: Photos of Minister Druhan visiting Clayton Park Junior High in Halifax, today, April 5, are available at: https://news.novascotia.ca/photos/2023/04/05/new-technology-schools Nova Scotia is purchasing more Chromebooks, iPads and laptops to support students and teachers across the province.

Office of Addictions and Mental Health -- Starting Good Friday, April 7, the Province’s mental health and addictions phone line will be open on weekday holidays.

Office of Addictions and Mental Health -- À compter du vendredi 7 avril (Vendredi saint), la ligne d'accueil pour la santé mentale et la lutte contre les dépendances de la province sera disponible les jours de semaine fériés afin de mieux appuyer les gens de la Nouvelle-Écosse qui utilisent cette ligne pour accéder à des services non urgents.

Labour, Skills and Immigration / Finance and Treasury Board -- Young Nova Scotians can now apply for the More Opportunity for Skilled Trades (MOST) provincial income tax refund.