Government of Nova Scotia News

Agriculture -- Nova Scotians most in need are benefiting from farmer donations of produce to food banks under the new food bank tax credit announced in Budget 2016-17.

Energy -- Government is making it easier for town halls, community buildings, fire halls and other public buildings to save money and reduce emissions by installing solar panels.

Nova Scotia Provincial Lotteries and Casino Corporation -- The Nova Scotia Provincial Lotteries and Casino Corporation (NSPLCC) is reminding Nova Scotians to keep age in mind when giving lottery products as gifts this holiday season.

Nova Scotia Business Inc. -- Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI) announced two newly approved productions through the Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund today, Dec. 13.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal / Health and Wellness -- The province continues to move forward with the QEII redevelopment project with plans to increase the number of operating rooms and relocate two interventional suites at the Halifax Infirmary site of the QEII Health Sciences Centre.

Human Rights Commission -- Recipients of the 2016 Nova Scotia Human Rights Awards were honoured at a ceremony today, Dec. 10, at the Halifax Central Library.

Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- CONTINUING WORK

Waterfront Development Corporation -- The seasonal vendor area on the Halifax waterfront is moving next spring to a new, vibrant place for high-quality small business, art and entertainment.

Premier's Office -- Viola Desmond, African Nova Scotian and civil rights leader, will be the first Canadian woman to appear on the face of a banknote in the country. Beginning in 2018, Ms. Desmond will grace the front of the $10 bill.

Labour and Advanced Education -- Karen Hollett, a senior legal professional with 25 years of experience, has been appointed chair of Nova Scotia's Labour Board.

Premier's Office -- Premier Stephen McNeil will participate in the First Ministers' Meeting with the prime minister and other provincial and territorial leaders on Dec. 9 in Ottawa.

Human Rights Commission -- An independent Nova Scotia human rights board of inquiry in the case of Catherine Marriott v. CanPro Insulation Services will begin Monday, Dec 12.

Health and Wellness -- Nova Scotia is moving to add two Sikorsky 76 C+ helicopters to its EHS LifeFlight service.

Emergency Management Office -- The 18 homeowners most impacted by Thanksgiving Day floods will now be able to make decisions on the future of their homes.

Justice / Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- Le gouvernement et les organismes d'application de la loi se réunissent pour le lancement de l'Opération Noël.

Justice / Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal -- Government and law enforcement agencies are coming together to launch Operation Christmas.

Health and Wellness -- Four community groups will receive nearly $200,000 from Gambling Awareness Nova Scotia to fund important projects that will help support Nova Scotians impacted by gambling.

Communities, Culture and Heritage -- The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is launching its annual charitable donation campaign and hosting Christmas at Sea activities to share old and new traditions during the winter season.

Premier's Office -- Diana Whalen will take a brief leave from her cabinet duties as justice minister and attorney general, and deputy premier, after being hospitalized on Monday, Dec. 5.

Status of Women -- Nova Scotians gathered today to commemorate the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.