News releases from Municipal Affairs and Housing (Page 1)

More Supports for People Experiencing Homelessness

Community Services / Municipal Affairs and Housing

New initiatives will help ensure the safety and well-being of those experiencing homelessness in Nova Scotia.

Housing Developments Approved for Bedford West

Municipal Affairs and Housing

The Province and Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) are working together to issue development agreements for designated special planning areas in Bedford West.

More Options for Affordable Housing

Municipal Affairs and Housing

More affordable housing options are coming to Halifax Regional Municipality and Bridgewater.

New Chair Named to Housing Task Force

Municipal Affairs and Housing

Vicki Elliott-Lopez has been named the new Chair of the Executive Panel on Housing in the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM).

More Funding For Black-Led Community Housing

Municipal Affairs and Housing / African Nova Scotian Affairs

Black-led community-based housing organizations now have more provincial support to pursue opportunities.

Additional Support for Municipalities

Municipal Affairs and Housing

More funding to help eligible municipalities grow their communities and build for the future is now available.

Nova Scotia Housing Plan Released

Municipal Affairs and Housing / Labour, Skills and Immigration / Community Services / Health and Wellness / Seniors and Long-Term Care

The Province continues to take bold and collaborative action to create more housing, faster, for Nova Scotians.

Incentive Program to Encourage More Affordable Housing

Municipal Affairs and Housing

The Province is partnering with homeowners to create more affordable housing, faster.

Legislative Amendments for Service Exchange Agreement

Municipal Affairs and Housing

The government is preparing to move forward with a new agreement with municipalities, the most significant update to how municipalities work with the Province in almost three decades.

Lending Program Provides Affordable Housing Units in Stellarton

Municipal Affairs and Housing / Community Services

The Province is helping the Pictou County Roots for Youth Society purchase a building to provide five affordable supportive housing units in Stellarton.

Legislation to Speed Up Housing Builds in Halifax Regional Municipality

Municipal Affairs and Housing

The Province is taking steps to get more housing built, faster, in Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM).

Legislation Allows Stronger Rules for Short-Term Rentals

Municipal Affairs and Housing

Changes to regulations for short-term rentals such as Airbnbs will help make more long-term housing available.

More Seniors Now Eligible for Rent Supplements

Municipal Affairs and Housing

Changes to the Province’s rent supplement program will expand eligibility for low-income seniors and put more money in the pockets of seniors who receive the supplement.

Stronger Rules for Short-Term Rentals Can Relieve Housing Crisis

Municipal Affairs and Housing

Too many Nova Scotians cannot find a place to live. The Province is making changes to how short-term rentals, such as Airbnbs, are regulated to help make more long-term housing available.

Financement pour l’infrastructure municipale et l’innovation

Municipal Affairs and Housing

Dix-neuf projets municipaux recevront du financement provincial destiné à l’infrastructure et à l’innovation.

Funding to Support Municipal Infrastructure, Innovation

Municipal Affairs and Housing

Nineteen municipal projects will receive provincial funding to support infrastructure and innovation.

New Public Housing for Nova Scotia

Municipal Affairs and Housing

More than 200 new public housing units will be built for Nova Scotians in need.

More Support for Emergency Services Providers

Municipal Affairs and Housing

More financial support is coming for first responders who do so much to protect Nova Scotians, their homes and their communities.

Plus de financement pour les fournisseurs de services d’urgence

Municipal Affairs and Housing

Les premiers intervenants, qui font tant pour protéger les gens, les maisons et les collectivités de la Nouvelle-Écosse, obtiendront bientôt plus de financement.

Water, Wastewater Upgrades for West Hants

Municipal Affairs and Housing

The Province is investing in infrastructure upgrades that will help West Hants Regional Municipality prepare for future growth and protect against storm surge.