Government of Nova Scotia News

Energy and Mines -- Students can now apply for the Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy Scholarship, which helps them pursue careers in Nova Scotia’s energy sector.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Le gouvernement et le Youth Project font équipe pour créer des environnements scolaires accueillants et inclusifs pour les élèves LGBTQ2+ à l'échelle de la province.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Government and the Youth Project are teaming up to create safe, inclusive and welcoming school environments for LGBTQ2+ students across the province.

Justice -- Victims of sexual assault will now have access to free legal representation to challenge applications to have their past sexual history considered as part of the evidence in criminal court cases.

Labour and Advanced Education -- The Department of Labour and Advanced Education has completed its investigation into the sudden closure of ServiCom, a call centre in Sydney, and found that former employees are owed pay.

Emergency Management Office / Municipal Affairs -- Changes to the Emergency 911 Act, introduced today, March 5, will help make more services available to Nova Scotians during emergencies and severe weather events. This may include providing comfort centres with satellite phones or helping provide enhanced cell phone charging services for citizens during prolonged weather events or emergencies.

Municipal Affairs -- Amendments to the Municipal Government Act and the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Charter introduced today, March 5, will mean municipalities will no longer require a legislative change to approve spending for a new purpose.

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, March 5.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Les enfants et les familles auront un meilleur accès aux services de garde d'enfants grâce à un investissement de 2,4 millions de dollars qui permettra de créer plus de 750 nouvelles places.

Education and Early Childhood Development -- Children and families will have improved access to child care from a $2.4 million investment that will create more than 750 new spaces.

Human Rights Commission -- A decision was delivered today, March 4, on the matter of Beth MacLean, Sheila Livingstone, Joseph Delaney and the Disability Rights Coalition of Nova Scotia v. Province of Nova Scotia.

Communications Nova Scotia -- Some provincial government offices in Nova Scotia are now closed, today, March 4, due to weather conditions.

Team Nova Scotia -- Team Nova Scotia ended the 2019 Canada Winter Games in Red Deer, Alta., on a high note with two more medals, bringing Nova Scotia’s total medal count to 11 across eight different sports.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- NEW WORK

Lieutenant Governor -- On demande aux Néo-Écossais de démontrer leur fierté dans leur collectivité en présentant une candidature aux Prix du lieutenant-gouverneur pour l'esprit communautaire de 2019.

Lieutenant Governor -- Nova Scotians are being asked to show off their pride in their communities by submitting a nomination for the 2019 Lieutenant Governor’s Community Spirit Award.

Communities, Culture and Heritage -- Modernized legislation will help Nova Scotians enjoy the buildings, vessels and collections that make up the provincial museum system for years to come.

Communities, Culture and Heritage -- Changes to the Boxing Authority Act introduced today, March 1, will modernize financial oversight and align practices with the Nova Scotia Boxing Authority.

Premier's Office -- A fourth consecutive balanced budget and legislation benefitting the environment and economy are on government’s agenda for this legislature sitting.

Finance and Treasury Board -- Nova Scotians who volunteer for the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary are being recognized for their support for marine search and rescue operations.