356 releases issued in the specified time period for Environment
Mercury Diversion Program Continues
Environment
October 12, 2017 1:29 PM
ENVIRONMENT--Mercury Diversion Program Continues
The province is making changes to its air quality regulations that will allow a successful mercury diversion program to continue.
Minister Issues Order and Fine to Northern Pulp
Environment
October 10, 2017 2:34 PM
ENVIRONMENT--Minister Issues Order and Fine to Northern Pulp
Environment Minister Iain Rankin has issued a ministerial order to Northern Pulp Nova Scotia Corporation today, Oct. 10, requiring the company to address issues with its power boiler.
Cap and Trade Legislation Introduced
Environment
September 29, 2017 9:32 AM
ENVIRONMENT--Cap and Trade Legislation Introduced
Amendments to the Environment Act introduced today, Sept. 29, will allow Nova Scotia to develop a cap and trade program.
Nova Scotia Receives Feedback on Proposed Cap and Trade Program
Environment
August 31, 2017 1:27 PM
ENVIRONMENT--Nova Scotia Receives Feedback on Proposed Cap and Trade Program
Nova Scotia has received feedback on its proposed cap and trade program to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Approvals Issued for Spraying
Environment
August 1, 2017 2:15 PM
ENVIRONMENT--Approvals Issued for Spraying
The Department of Environment has issued four new approvals for pesticide spraying covering about 1,654 hectares.
Lafarge Approved for Pilot Project
Environment
July 6, 2017 11:29 AM
ENVIRONMENT--Lafarge Approved for Pilot Project
Environment Minister Iain Rankin has given an environmental assessment approval, with conditions, to Lafarge Canada Inc. for a one-year pilot project with used tires as a low carbon fuel for one of its kilns in Brookfield, Colchester Co.
Approval Issued for Quarry
Environment
June 19, 2017 1:24 PM
ENVIRONMENT--Approval Issued for Quarry
The Department of Environment has issued an industrial approval to Scotian Materials Ltd. for a quarry in Halifax Regional Municipality.
Prolifération possible d'algues bleues pendant le temps chaud
Environment
May 26, 2017 10:57 AM
ENVIRONNEMENT--Prolifération possible d'algues bleues pendant le temps chaud
Les températures plus chaudes signifient que les Néo-Écossais doivent surveiller la prolifération d'algues bleues dans les lacs et les rivières.
Algae Blooms Possible in Warm Weather
Environment
May 26, 2017 10:54 AM
ENVIRONMENT--Algae Blooms Possible in Warm Weather
As the weather gets warm, Nova Scotians should watch for blue-green algae blooms in lakes and rivers.
Qualité de l'eau du lac Fletcher
Environment
May 19, 2017 3:49 PM
ENVIRONNEMENT--Qualité de l'eau du lac Fletcher
Un déversement de mazout domestique pourrait avoir une incidence sur la qualité de l'eau du lac Fletcher, à Fall River.
Fletcher Lake Water Quality
Environment
May 19, 2017 3:48 PM
ENVIRONMENT—Fletcher Lake Water Quality
A domestic fuel oil spill may affect the quality of water in Lake Fletcher in Fall River.
Food Safety at Community Events
Environment
May 19, 2017 11:55 AM
ENVIRONMENT--Food Safety at Community Events
The Department of Environment is reminding event operators and vendors that they need a temporary food permit for community events where food is served.
Government Seeks Input on Cap and Trade Program Design
Environment
March 8, 2017 10:24 AM
ENVIRONMENT--Government Seeks Input on Cap and Trade Program Design
Government is seeking feedback from stakeholders on the key elements of a new cap and trade program to ensure it is effective in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, is flexible and adaptable, and supports a competitive economy.
Province and HRM to Address Harrietsfield Water Issue
Environment
November 8, 2016 11:04 AM
ENVIRONMENT--Province and HRM to Address Harrietsfield Water Issue
The province and Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) want to improve the water quality for Harrietsfield homes affected by long-standing contamination.
Designated Bicycle Trail Opens
Environment
October 7, 2016 10:17 AM
ENVIRONMENT--Designated Bicycle Trail Opens
A newly designated bicycle trail in the Five Bridge Lakes Wilderness area of Halifax Regional Municipality officially opened today, Oct. 7. The trail is near Tantallon.
Algues bleu-vert dans le comté de Kings
Environment
September 23, 2016 5:04 PM
ENVIRONNEMENT--Algues bleu-vert dans le comté de Kings
Les résidents et les visiteurs de la région de Lumsden Dam, dans le comté de Kings, sont priés de noter que des proliférations d'algues bleu-vert ont été repérées dans l’étang Lumsden.
Blue-green Algae in Kings County
Environment
September 23, 2016 4:58 PM
ENVIRONMENT--Blue-green Algae in Kings County
Residents and visitors in the Lumsden Dam area of Kings Co. are advised that blooms of blue-green algae have been spotted in Lumsden Pond.
Glyphosate Concerns Addressed
Environment
September 2, 2016 12:31 PM
HEALTH/WELLNESS/ENVIRONMENT–-Glyphosate Concerns Addressed
Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia's Chief Public Health Officer, is responding today, Sept. 2, to concerns being raised around the use of glyphosate in forestry applications in Nova Scotia.
Algues bleu-vert dans le comté de Yarmouth
Environment
August 18, 2016 5:23 PM
ENVIRONNEMENT--Algues bleu-vert dans le comté de Yarmouth
Les résidents et les visiteurs du secteur de Forest Glen, dans le comté de Yarmouth, sont priés de noter que des petites fleurs d'eau d'algues bleu-vert ont été repérées dans le lac Parr. Il est également possible que les algues bleu-vert prolifèrent dans les cours d’eau qui se déversent dans le lac.
Blue-green Algae in Yarmouth County
Environment
August 18, 2016 5:16 PM
ENVIRONMENT--Blue-green Algae in Yarmouth County
Residents and visitors in the Forest Glen area of Yarmouth Co. are advised that small blooms of blue-green algae have been spotted in Parr Lake. There is also potential for blooms in the connecting water courses.