771 releases issued in the specified time period for Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
Heating Assistance Cheques On Their Way
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
December 12, 2004 10:54 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Heating Assistance Cheques On
Their Way
The first fuel assistance cheques under the province's Keep the
Heat Program will arrive in mailboxes this week, Service Nova
Scotia and Municipal Relations Minister Barry Barnet said today,
Dec. 12.
Candidates' Disclosure Forms Due
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
December 10, 2004 9:47 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Candidates' Disclosure Forms
Due
Candidates in October's municipal and school board elections are
reminded that they must file their campaign finance disclosure
forms by Wednesday, Dec. 15.
Orientation Workshop for Newly Elected Municipal Councillors
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
November 19, 2004 2:30 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Orientation Workshop for Newly
Elected Municipal Councillors
More than 135 newly elected municipal councillors are gathering
in Halifax on Saturday, Nov. 20, to learn more about their new
jobs. From balancing a budget to barking dog bylaws, the 2004
Municipal Orientation Workshop provides an informative overview
of the roles and responsibilities of municipal councillors.
Program To Benefit Low Income Nova Scotians
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
November 15, 2004 9:30 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Program To Benefit Low Income
Nova Scotians
Financial help and long-term energy savings are features of an
assistance program for low-income Nova Scotians who heat their
homes with oil or propane.
Relief For High Assessments
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
October 29, 2004 11:07 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Relief For High Assessments
Relief is in sight for Nova Scotian property owners who have been
impacted in recent years by skyrocketing assessments, Service
Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Minister Barry Barnet
announced today, Oct. 29.
Government Responds to Petroleum Products Committee Report
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
October 26, 2004 12:15 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Government Responds to
Petroleum Products Committee Report
The Nova Scotia government will not require companies involved in
exploration and production of petroleum products to divest
themselves of retail gasoline outlets.
Province Supports Community Accessible Transportation Services
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
October 25, 2004 10:05 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Province Supports Community
Accessible Transportation Services
For some Nova Scotians such seemingly routine things as daily
appointments and activities outside the home can bring with them
the real challenge of finding necessary transportation. The
province's Dial-A-Ride programs help people across the province
overcome this challenge by providing access to necessary
transportation services.
New Safety Rules For Driving Schools
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
October 1, 2004 10:03 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--New Safety Rules For Driving
Schools
New driver training school regulations will help make for a safer
environment for students learning how to drive, Service Nova
Scotia and Municipal Relations Minister Barry Barnet announced
today, Oct. 1.
African Nova Scotian Affairs Office Established
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
September 27, 2004 4:27 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--African Nova Scotian Affairs
Office Established
Legislation has been introduced to formally establish the Office
of African Nova Scotian Affairs and to authorize the office to
hire permanent staff.
Information Sent to Canso Residents
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
September 27, 2004 2:13 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Information Sent to Canso
Residents
Residents of Canso will soon be receiving information to help
them decide the future of their town.
Gas Distribution System Municipal Taxation Act Introduced
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
September 24, 2004 9:25 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Gas Distribution System
Municipal Taxation Act Introduced
Municipal taxation of natural gas distribution systems in Nova
Scotia will be based on a combination of assessment and revenues,
rather than just assessed property value. This was the highlight
of four bills introduced in the legislature today, Sept. 24, by
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Minister Barry
Barnet.
HRM Wins The 2004 Municipal InNOVAward
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
September 23, 2004 9:27 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--HRM Wins The 2004 Municipal
InNOVAward
Co-operation and consultation are the key ingredients to success
for Halifax Regional Municipality's (HRM) highly effective,
innovative committee, the Development Liaison Group (DLG). The
DLG includes representatives of government and the private sector
and strives to ensure residential and commercial development in
HRM occurs in a manner that is beneficial to residents and
developers alike.
20-Year Tax Agreement for Terminal in Richmond County
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
September 20, 2004 1:49 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--20-Year Tax Agreement for
Terminal in Richmond County
The Municipality of the County of Richmond will collect at least
$3 million per year in municipal taxes once the Bear Head
liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal proposed for Point Tupper is
operational in late 2007.
Candidates Entitled To Campaign In Apartment Buildings
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
September 14, 2004 2:45 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Candidates Entitled To Campaign
In Apartment Buildings
Landlords and apartment building owners are being reminded that
candidates in this fall's municipal elections are entitled to
campaign in apartment buildings.
Sydney Access Nova Scotia to Close Friday
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
August 26, 2004 3:50 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Sydney Access Nova Scotia to
Close Friday
The Access Nova Scotia office on Kings Road in Sydney will be
closed on Friday, Aug. 27, beginning at noon due to street
construction. Water will be shut off to that part of the street,
forcing the office closure.
Seniors Property Tax Program
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
August 13, 2004 9:11 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Seniors Property Tax Program
The department of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
will now administer the Seniors Property Tax Rebate Program.
Canso Discussed at Meeting
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
August 10, 2004 4:54 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Canso Discussed at Meeting
The minister responsible for municipal relations and the mayor of
Canso have agreed to some immediate steps to resolve the issue of
Canso's future as an incorporated town.
Deadline Extended For Canso
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
July 28, 2004 2:37 PM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Deadline Extended For Canso
Barry Barnet, minister of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal
Relations, has agreed to extend the July 29 deadline regarding
Canso's town status. The minister will meet with Canso Mayor
Frank Fraser in the next few weeks to discuss the town's future.
New Lien Check Service Protects Consumers
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
June 30, 2004 11:52 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--New Lien Check Service Protects Consumers
Many people take unnecessary financial risks when they buy a used
vehicle or boat. Starting Thursday, July 1, a new online service
called Lien Check will offer consumers a low cost way to protect
their investment.
Business Occupancy Tax Consultations
Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
June 28, 2004 9:01 AM
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Business Occupancy Tax
Consultations
Business owners concerned about the business occupancy tax are
invited to attend an information session being sponsored by the
Nova Scotia government and the Union of Nova Scotia
Municipalities (UNSM).