41 releases issued in the past week
Property Assessment Appeals Procedure Improved
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
May 2, 2012 2:47 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Property Assessment Appeals Procedure Improved
The province is proposing Nova Scotia property owners have access to sales information and an improved property assessment system with amendments to the Municipal Government Act and the Assessment Act.
Traffic Advisory, Lunenburg County
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal
May 2, 2012 2:36 PM
TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE RENEWAL--Traffic Advisory, Lunenburg County
LUNENBURG COUNTY: LaHave Ferry
Traffic Advisory, Pictou County
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal
May 2, 2012 12:39 PM
TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE RENEWAL--Traffic Advisory, Pictou County
PICTOU COUNTY: Highway 104, East of Exit 27A
Province Celebrates Gaelic Awareness Month
Gaelic Affairs
May 2, 2012 12:33 PM
GAELIC AFFAIRS--Province Celebrates Gaelic Awareness Month
Nova Scotians will celebrate the contributions of Gaelic language and culture to strong and diverse communities during May.
Traffic Advisory, Kings County
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal
May 2, 2012 12:27 PM
TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE RENEWAL--Traffic Advisory, Kings
County
KINGS COUNTY: Trunk 1
Traffic Advisory, Lunenburg County
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal
May 2, 2012 11:34 AM
TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE RENEWAL--Traffic Advisory, Lunenburg County
LUNENBURG COUNTY: LaHave Ferry
Traffic Advisory, Hants County
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal
May 2, 2012 11:04 AM
TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE RENEWAL--Traffic Advisory, Hants County
HANTS COUNTY: Highway 102
Premier Offers Condolences on Passing of Former Lt.-Gov Kinley
Premier's Office
May 1, 2012 3:45 PM
PREMIER'S OFFICE--Premier Offers Condolences on Passing of Former Lt.-Gov Kinley
Premier Darrell Dexter is offering his condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of John James Kinley, former lieutenant governor of Nova Scotia, who died today, May 1. He was 86.
Dates Extended for Wildlife Resources Cards
Natural Resources
May 1, 2012 2:00 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Dates Extended for Wildlife Resources Cards
Hunters and trappers in Nova Scotia will save a total of $530,000 in renewal fees thanks to a deadline extension on wildlife resources cards. The province is giving cardholders at least three more years before a more modern certification system replaces the old card system. No matter what date is printed on a card it will remain valid until Dec. 31, 2015.
Youth Come Together for Provincial 4-H Competitions
Agriculture
May 1, 2012 1:29 PM
AGRICULTURE--Youth Come Together for Provincial 4-H Competitions
Young people from across the province will demonstrate their communication skills, self-confidence and poise as they compete at the annual 4-H Weekend on May 11-12 at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College in Bible Hill.
International Aerospace Firm set to Grow in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Business Inc.
May 1, 2012 1:06 PM
NOVA SCOTIA BUSINESS INC.--International Aerospace Firm set to Grow in Nova Scotia
Provincial Aerospace, an international aerospace and defence company that provides customized maritime surveillance training for global clients, will create new jobs and enhance Nova Scotia's oceans technology reputation at its location in Enfield.
Ensuring Safety in the Film Industry
Film Nova Scotia (to Nov. 12)
May 1, 2012 12:23 PM
FILM N.S.–-Ensuring Safety in the Film Industry
NOTE TO EDITORS: An electronic version of the health and safety guidelines for the Nova Scotia screen-based production industry can be found at http://film.ns.ca/news/health_and_safety_guidelines_nova_scotia_screenbased_production_industry .
Everyone in the audiovisual industry has a responsibility to ensure the safety of cast and crew on set.
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Nova Scotia
Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal
May 1, 2012 12:14 PM
TRANSPORTATION/INFRASTRUCTURE RENEWAL--May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Nova Scotia
The province is proclaiming Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month to help prevent fatalities and increase driver attention to motorcycle traffic on Nova Scotia roads.
Province Makes Post-Secondary Education More Accessible, Affordable
Labour and Advanced Education
May 1, 2012 12:07 PM
LABOUR/ADVANCED EDUCATION--Province Makes Post-Secondary Education More Accessible, Affordable
Nova Scotians will have better access to post-secondary education as the province continues to invest in student assistance.
Province to Fund Waterville Airport Study
Premier's Office
May 1, 2012 12:00 PM
PREMIER'S OFFICE--Province to Fund Waterville Airport Study
The province will fund a study looking at relocating the Waterville Municipal Airport to support future potential expansion of the Michelin Tire Plant.
Province Appoints Three New Members to Board
Trade Centre Limited
May 1, 2012 11:18 AM
TRADE CENTRE LTD.--Province Appoints Three New Members to Board
Trade Centre Limited's (TCL) board of directors has been strengthened by the appointment of three accomplished and well-respected leaders.
Film Nova Scotia and Telefilm Canada Renew Partnership
Film Nova Scotia (to Nov. 12)
April 30, 2012 1:31 PM
FILM N.S.--Film Nova Scotia and Telefilm Canada Renew Partnership
After the success of its inaugural year, Film Nova Scotia and Telefilm Canada are partnering again to deliver the First Feature Project, a pilot program for emerging talent.
Community Easements Act Enhances Access, Op-ed
Natural Resources
April 30, 2012 1:11 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Community Easements Act Enhances Access, Op-ed
NOTE: The following is an op-ed piece from Natural Resources Minister Charlie Parker.
Nova Scotians share a beautiful province. It is a big part of what makes this a great place to live and work. We are surrounded by natural beauty in our coastlines, our lakes, our woods.
Province Moving Agriculture Headquarters to Truro-Bible Hill
Agriculture
April 30, 2012 1:01 PM
AGRICULTURE--Province Moving Agriculture Headquarters to Truro-Bible Hill
The province is relocating its agriculture department headquarters from Halifax to Truro-Bible Hill in a move that brings good jobs and affirms that area as the provincial centre for agricultural excellence.
Le siège social du ministère provincial des pêches déménage dans la région de Digby-Clementsport
Fisheries and Aquaculture
April 30, 2012 12:43 PM
PÊCHES ET AQUACULTURE--Le siège social du ministère provincial des pêches déménage dans la région de Digby-Clementsport
Le gouvernement provincial déménage le siège social du ministère des Pêches et de l'Aquaculture d'Halifax à la région de Digby-Clementsport, assurant ainsi de bons emplois dans les régions rurales de la Nouvelle-Écosse.