News releases from Communities, Culture and Heritage (Jan. 2011 - Aug. 2021) (Page 1)

Nova Scotia is investing $858,000 to support 35 community projects that will improve existing cultural and community facilities to ensure safe spaces where people can gather, celebrate and connect.

La Nouvelle-Écosse investit 858 000 $ à l'appui de 35 projets communautaires qui permettront d'améliorer des installations culturelles et communautaires existantes afin d'offrir des espaces sûrs où les gens peuvent se réunir, célébrer et établir des liens.

Nova Scotia is investing $1 million in COVID-19 related emergency support for non-profit owned and operated recreation facilities across Nova Scotia.

The Nova Scotia government is investing $350,000 in the Nourishing Communities Food Coupon Program to help low-income Nova Scotia households purchase fresh, healthy and locally produced food.

The Nova Scotia government is investing more than $740,000 in five recreation projects in East Hants, including upgrades to the Lantz ball field, local trails and the Walton Shore Volunteer Fire Department’s community hall.

The Nova Scotia government is partnering with the federal government in a $1.46 million investment to upgrade two community recreational facilities that promote healthy and active lifestyles.

The Nova Scotia government is adding $23.6 million to the Nova Scotia Film and Television Production Incentive Fund, nearly doubling the fund to $48.6 million.

The Nova Scotia government is partnering with the federal government and Cape Breton Regional Municipality in a $600,000 investment to upgrade Centre 200 in Sydney.

The province is investing $50,000 to support a scholarship honouring internationally acclaimed singer Portia White.

Starting today, April 6, Nova Scotians can show their community pride by submitting nominations for the 2021 Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Award.

À compter d’aujourd’hui 6 avril, les gens de la Nouvelle-Écosse peuvent afficher leur fierté communautaire en proposant des candidatures au Prix du lieutenant-gouverneur pour l'esprit communautaire.

All Nova Scotians should have the opportunity to lead healthy, active lives through sport and recreation. That’s why the province is investing $200,000 to renovate Ramblers Field of Dreams in Sydney Mines to make it more accessible for mobility challenged participants.

The Rankin government is introducing legislation that will help speed up the settling of land claims and address land ownership inequities in five historic African Nova Scotian communities.

To help the performing arts sector adapt to the ongoing impact of COVID-19 and the restrictions that are keeping people safe, the province is investing $150,000 in Light House Go!, a new on-demand streaming service dedicated to providing Nova Scotia content.

Immigrants have played a critical role in building Nova Scotia, including newcomers from Lebanon, who have made exceptional cultural, religious, economic, and political contributions to our province for more than 130 years. That is why this Heritage Day, Monday, Feb. 15, will honour a Nova Scotian soldier and lawyer of Lebanese descent, Lt. Edward Francis Arab.

COVID-19 restrictions that have been keeping people safe and healthy have also prevented many arts and culture activities from taking place. To help organizations adapt and maintain their operations through this difficult time, the province is awarding $2.1 million in one-time grants.

Nova Scotians who want to recognize outstanding volunteers can now nominate people for the 47th Provincial Volunteer Awards.

The province is committed to encouraging activities that celebrate Mi’kmaw culture. Towards that end, the province is investing $50,800 in four projects designed to explore, revitalize, share and experience both traditional and emerging Mi’kmaw culture.

The creative sector is turning to technology to reach audiences and find new customers during the global pandemic. To support this effort, government is investing $913,526 in 56 projects for digital tools and approaches to manage the impacts of COVID-19.

Community groups that deliver, strengthen or expand programs that help Nova Scotians living on low incomes can now apply for a Building Vibrant Communities grant.