Government of Nova Scotia News

Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission -- The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission is inviting the public to submit nominations for the 2023 Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards.

Health and Wellness -- NOTE: The following is a statement from Michelle Thompson, Minister of Health and Wellness. Today, the Auditor General’s Office released its report on Nova Scotia’s ground ambulance service.

Auditor General -- Auditor General Kim Adair released her report on ground ambulance services today, September 26.

Public Works -- NEW WORK

Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage / Lieutenant-Governor -- Nova Scotians who generously volunteer their time to enrich their communities year after year will be honoured today, September 25, at the 49th annual Provincial Volunteer Awards ceremony.

Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission -- An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Ganim Adam vs. Podium Properties Ltd., Halifax Condominium Corporation No. 267, scheduled to begin October 3 in Halifax has been adjourned.

Service Nova Scotia -- Response times for Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPOP) Act requests improved in 2022-23, according to the annual report by Information Access and Privacy Services.

L'nu Affairs -- NOTE: The following is a statement from Trevor Boudreau, Minister of L’nu Affairs. September 25-30 is National Truth and Reconciliation Week, a time to focus our attention on the legacy of residential schools and our shared history with First Nations, Inuit and Métis people throughout Canada.

Health and Wellness -- Today, September 25, more than 1,200 paramedics across the province are being celebrated as Nova Scotia marks Medic Monday.

Environment and Climate Change -- An organization that serves adults living with disabilities in Pugwash will tap into solar energy to help power their buildings.

Public Works --

Public Works -- NOTE: The projects listed below are planned road and bridge work. For the most up-to-date provincial traffic notices follow @511ns on the X platform, formerly known as Twitter at https://twitter.com/511ns , call 511 or visit: https://511.novascotia.ca/ NEW WORK

Labour, Skills and Immigration / Health and Wellness -- International students in more Nova Scotia healthcare programs will have an additional opportunity to build a career, life and future in the province.

Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission -- An independent human rights board of inquiry in the matter of Ganim Adam vs. Podium Properties Ltd., Halifax Condominium Corporation No. 267, will begin Tuesday, October 3, in Halifax.

Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission -- The Nova Scotia Court of Appeal has confirmed the jurisdiction of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission in matters involving unionized workplaces in a decision released Wednesday, September 20.

Cyber Security and Digital Solutions -- The Province has now sent notification letters to all Nova Scotians whose sensitive personal information was stolen in the MOVEit global cybersecurity breach.

Intergovernmental Affairs / Premier's Office -- Premier Tim Houston will lead a provincial mission to three countries in the Indo-Pacific region – Singapore, the Philippines and Japan – September 22 to October 4.

Municipal Affairs and Housing -- More financial support is coming for first responders who do so much to protect Nova Scotians, their homes and their communities.

Municipal Affairs and Housing -- Les premiers intervenants, qui font tant pour protéger les gens, les maisons et les collectivités de la Nouvelle-Écosse, obtiendront bientôt plus de financement.

Seniors and Long-Term Care -- Seniors in the Port Hawkesbury and Shelburne areas will soon benefit from a new partnership aimed at supporting them in aging well.