Government of Nova Scotia News

Agriculture -- Licensed abattoirs and meat processors can now apply to the new Abattoir Enrichment and Efficiency program for funding to help upgrade their facilities and grow the local food sector.

Public Works -- People across Nova Scotia will have improved access to local transportation options through a new project led by the Nova Scotia Community Transportation Network.

Lieutenant-Governor -- Nova Scotians are encouraged to nominate community members who have made outstanding contributions for the Order of Nova Scotia.

Lieutenant-Governor -- On encourage les gens de la Nouvelle-Écosse à soumettre à l’Ordre de la Nouvelle-Écosse la candidature de membres de la communauté qui ont fait des contributions exceptionnelles.

Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services -- Changes to the Residential Tenancies Program take effect today, February 3.

Justice -- Four new judges have been appointed to the provincial court effective today, February 3.

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

Labour, Skills and Immigration -- The Province has accepted the recommendations from the Minimum Wage Review Committee, which include setting the minimum wage at $15 an hour on October 1, six months sooner than scheduled.

Health and Wellness -- Shorter wait times, better care, and giving health professionals more time with patients are some of the ways that One Person One Record can help improve healthcare in Nova Scotia.

Health and Wellness -- NOTE: The list of pharmacy locations follows this release. More healthcare services will soon be available to more Nova Scotians at their local pharmacy.

Emergency Management Office -- The 911 system in Nova Scotia is now restored. Bell Aliant is still investigating the cause of the disruption.

Natural Resources and Renewables -- Nova Scotians are invited to celebrate Groundhog Day with Shubenacadie Sam – in person and virtually – for the groundhog’s annual forecast from Shubenacadie Wildlife Park on Thursday, February 2.

Public Works -- A new CEO has been appointed to the Joint Regional Transportation Agency, the organization working to create a transportation plan for Halifax Regional Municipality and surrounding areas.

Municipal Affairs and Housing / African Nova Scotian Affairs -- The Province is taking an important step to remove systemic barriers and support community-based housing opportunities in four African Nova Scotian communities.

Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services -- The newly expanded Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP) is now accepting applications to help more Nova Scotians than ever with rising home heating costs.

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

African Nova Scotian Affairs -- The Province is supporting the Africville Heritage Trust to develop a strategic plan and ensure a sustainable future.

Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage -- The Province is providing $5.8 million to help 180 community organizations through the Community Generator Program.

Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment -- The Province is supporting the Municipality of the County of Richmond, the Town of Port Hawkesbury and community groups in the area as they work to recruit and retain healthcare professionals.

Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment -- The Province is supporting work to recruit and retain healthcare professionals in Inverness.