Government of Nova Scotia News

Labour, Skills and Immigration / Health and Wellness -- Workplace injury insurance for firefighters and their families will soon cover more types of cancer and heart attacks.

Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage -- The government is investing $1.2 million in a 10-kilometre multi-use woodland and lakeside trail outside Mahone Bay.

Premier's Office -- The Council of Atlantic Premiers (CAP) met today, March 21, in Halifax to discuss regional approaches to healthcare, economic recovery, the cost of living, immigration and energy security.

Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage -- Sport and recreation organizations can continue to promote healthy living, improve their infrastructure, and provide more inclusive and accessible programming with a $10.1-million investment from the Province.

COVID - 19 / Health and Wellness -- Le 21 mars, la plupart des restrictions provinciales en matière de santé publique seront levées, y compris les limites concernant les rassemblements, l’éloignement physique et le port du masque. Certaines mesures resteront en vigueur dans les milieux à risque élevé, comme les établissements de soins de santé et de soins de longue durée

COVID - 19 / Health and Wellness -- On March 21, most province-wide public health restrictions will be lifted, including gathering limits, physical distancing and mask requirements. Some measures will remain in place for high-risk settings, such as healthcare and long-term care.

Public Works -- A transportation study has recommended three options to help preserve the flow of goods and services between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage -- Sport and recreation organizations in Cape Breton will benefit from a $2.7 million investment from the Province, aimed at promoting physical activity and creating opportunities to draw visitors and host events.

COVID - 19 / Health and Wellness -- Le rapport épidémiologique sur la COVID-19 indique cette semaine que le virus est toujours présent et qu’il continue d’y avoir transmission communautaire. Le nombre de nouvelles hospitalisations demeure élevé. L’âge et le profil vaccinal continuent d’être les deux grands indicateurs de maladie grave et de décès liés à la COVID-19.

COVID - 19 / Health and Wellness -- This week’s COVID-19 epidemiology report reflects continued virus activity and community spread. The number of new hospital admissions remains high. Age and vaccination status continue to be the two strongest indicators of severe disease and death from COVID-19.

Public Works -- CONTINUING WORK

Environment and Climate Change -- Les gens de la Nouvelle-Écosse ont soumis leurs commentaires au sujet du règlement proposé qui contribuera à protéger le littoral de la province, ainsi que les nouvelles constructions près du littoral, contre les dommages causés par le changement climatique.

Environment and Climate Change -- Nova Scotians have shared their input on the proposed regulations which will help protect the province’s coastline, and new construction on it, from the damaging impacts of climate change.

Health and Wellness -- The government is investing $1.3 million in new hearing and speech technology that will benefit newborns, children and other Nova Scotians.

Lieutenant-Governor -- James (Jim) Stewart has been named the 2021 recipient of the Lieutenant-Governor’s Medal for Excellence in Public Administration.

Justice -- Des changements législatifs visant à mieux aider les familles qui vivent une séparation entreront en vigueur le 1er avril.

Justice -- Legislative changes to better support families dealing with family separation will come into effect on April 1.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- La Province crée une nouvelle table de consultation sur la petite enfance et invite les personnes intéressées à présenter une demande pour devenir membres.

Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage -- The government is investing $651,000 in a new food bank to be built in River John, Pictou County.

Advanced Education -- The government is adding $25 million to the Research Opportunities Fund to invest in more research and innovation happening across Nova Scotia.