Nova Scotia News

1. The Government of Canada makes significant investments in marine safety and supports Indigenous communities through the Oceans Protection Plan

   Today, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, announced an investment of over $109 million through two initiatives under the Ocean’s Protection Plan to strengthen marine safety in 47 communities across Canada. Specifically, funding will:

2. Minister of Transport and Internal Trade to make a significant announcement regarding Indigenous partnerships and Canada’s Oceans Protection Plan

   The Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Anita Anand, will make an announcement related to Indigenous partnerships and Canada’s Oceans Protection Plan.

3. Backgrounder: Empowering entrepreneurship and fueling local business growth in Nova Scotia

   Funding will enable the CBDCs to offer essential financial assistance, specialized training, expert guidance, and customized local initiatives to the rural businesses, organizations, and communities they support.

4. Empowering entrepreneurship and fueling local business growth in Nova Scotia

   Community Business Development Corporations (CBDCs) supporting development of small businesses through tailored financing, mentorship, and training programs.

5. Government of Canada and Nova Scotia increase investment in province's community mental health supports

   Today, the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced an additional $2 million in federal funding for the Government of Nova Scotia and for Maggie’s Place: A Resource Centre for Families Association, to strengthen community mental health supports.

6. Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia to announce community mental health funding

   The Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Federal Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, and the Honourable Brian Comer, Nova Scotia’s Minister of Addictions and Mental Health, will make an announcement to improve community mental health supports in Nova Scotia.

7. Government of Canada investment boosts small business growth in rural Nova Scotia

   Government of Canada investment boosts small business growth in rural Nova Scotia

8. Government of Canada Says Boat Harbour Remediation Project Not Likely to Cause Significant Adverse Environmental Effects

   The Impact Assessment Agency (IAAC) announced today that the Boat Harbour Remediation Project in Nova Scotia is not likely to cause significant adverse environmental effects under the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, 2012 (CEAA 2012) when mitigation measures are taken into account. This ministerial decision was informed by the conclusions of the project's Environmental Assessment Report prepared by IAAC.

9. Canadian Coast Guard College Celebrates 60 years of Marine Training Excellence

   For six decades, the Canadian Coast Guard College has been a leader in maritime training, equipping officers with the skills to safeguard Canada’s waters. Today, the College celebrates its 60th anniversary year by looking back on a history of excellence, and looking forward to a future of innovation and inclusion.

10. End of lockdown and search at Springhill Institution

    The lockdown put in place at Springhill Institution on January 3, 2025, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations and visits have resumed.

11. Lockdown and search at Springhill Institution

    On January 3, 2025, a lockdown was put in place at Springhill Institution, a medium security federal institution, to enable staff members to conduct an exceptional search.

12. Investing in transit in rural Nova Scotia

    The federal government is investing more than $2.7 million through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF) to support 12 rural transit projects across Nova Scotia.

13. Backgrounder: Federal government invests in rural transportation in Nova Scotia

    The federal government is investing $2,774,333 through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund to support 12 rural transit initiatives across Nova Scotia.

14. Government of Canada provides disaster recovery funding to Nova Scotia for wildfires, flooding and storm Dorian

    In 2023, Nova Scotia experienced one of its worst wildfire seasons, leading to extensive damage to residences, small businesses, farms, municipalities, and provincial sites, and the evacuation of more than 16,000 people. Just over a month later, the province experienced extreme rainfall that led to the worst flooding the province has experienced in 50 years. This follows the significant damage to public and private infrastructure and prolonged power outages caused by storm Dorian across the province in 2019.

15. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in New Glasgow

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, and Her Worship Nancy Dicks, Mayor of the Town of New Glasgow and Chairperson of the Pictou County Transit Authority (PCTA).

16. Federal government commits more than $5.1 million to the Kings Transit Authority through the new Canada Public Transit Fund

    Today, Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants, alongside Dave Corkum, Mayor of the Municipality of the County of Kings and Chair of the Kings Transit Board of Directors, announced over $5.1 million in funding for public transit infrastructure in Annapolis, Kings, and Digby counties through the Baseline Funding stream of the Canada Public Transit Fund (CPTF).

17. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in New Minas

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings–Hants and Dave Corkum, Mayor of Municipality of the County of Kings and Chair of the Kings Transit Board of Directors.

18. New sidewalk in Port Williams

    Construction is now complete on 549 metres of new and rehabilitated sidewalk in the Village of Port Williams after an investment of more than $550,000 from the federal and municipal governments.

19. Investing in public transportation in Eskasoni

    The Eskasoni Transit Service is building five new bus shelters with an investment of $95,775 from the federal government.

20. Detection of Dermo in oysters in Nova Scotia

    The CFIA has confirmed the presence of Dermo (also known as Perkinsosis) in oyster samples collected in Merigomish, Nova Scotia.

21. End of lockdown and search at Springhill Institution

    The lockdown put in place at Springhill Institution on October 29, 2024, has ended and the exceptional search has been completed. The institution has resumed its normal operations and visits have resumed.

22. Investing in the big impact of small business

    From October 20th to 26th during Small Business Week, Canadians across the country are celebrating the crucial role that local companies play in strengthening our communities and economies. Small- and medium-sized businesses are powerful engines for Canada’s economy, employing 64% of Canadian workers. The Government of Canada is investing to help position four Nova Scotia companies for growth and success.

23. NICHI announces Atlantic recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs

    Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) Chief Executive Officer John Gordon and Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu, announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Atlantic Canada.

24. Government of Canada and Atlantic Coastal Action Program Launch Major Reforestation Project in Cape Breton

    Jaime Battiste, Member of Parliament for Sydney–Victoria, Nova Scotia, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, along with the Atlantic Coastal Action Program (ACAP) Cape Breton announced a joint investment of more than $1.2 million to plant over 208,000 trees in eastern Cape Breton through the 2 Billion Trees (2BT) program.

25. Federal, provincial, and municipal governments invest in local sports field

    The West Kings District High School David Morse Memorial Sports Field is being upgraded after a combined investment of $444,399 from the federal and provincial governments, the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education, and the Municipality of the County of Kings.

26. Government of Canada to Announce Plans to Plant Trees in Cape Breton

    SYDNEY — MP Jaime Battiste, on behalf of the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, will make a tree planting announcement in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

27. Renewal of interim understanding with Wasoqopa'q (Acadia), Annapolis Valley, Bear River and Glooscap First Nations to support moderate livelihood lobster fisheries

    Today, the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier announced that for the fourth consecutive year, an interim authorization has been issued to Wasoqopa’q (Acadia), Annapolis Valley, Bear River and Glooscap First Nations. This interim authorization will see community members fishing and selling their catch in pursuit of a moderate livelihood during the commercial seasons in Lobster Fishing Areas (LFAs) 33, 34 and 35, without increasing overall fishing effort.

28. New sidewalk in Canning

    Construction is beginning on a new sidewalk in the Village of Canning after an investment of more than $700,000 from the federal government.

29. Death of an inmate from Springhill Institution

    On October 4, 2024, John Daley, an inmate from Springhill institution, died while in our custody.

30. Government of Canada recognizes success of foreign credential recognition project in Nova Scotia

    Canada continues to face significant labour shortages in healthcare as the demand for qualified professionals continues to grow.

31. Federal government invests in new Oxford Community Centre

    The federal government is investing $7 million through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program for a new community centre in Oxford.

32. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Oxford

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Tory Rushton, Minister of Natural Resources and Renewables, and David Hoffman, President of the Oxford Community Centre Association.

33. MP Blois to announce investments to support the organic sector

    Kody Blois, Member of Parliament for Kings-Hants and Chair of the House of Commons Agriculture and Agri-Food Committee, will be in Port Williams, Nova Scotia to announce federal investments on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, to support sustainable practices in the Canadian organic sector.

34. Investing in public transportation in the Annapolis Valley

    Residents in Annapolis and western Kings counties will have increased access to a bookable transportation service after an investment of more than $270,000 from the federal and provincial governments.

35. Investing in public transportation in the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s

    Residents in the Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s will have access to a new transportation service following an investment of $234,548 from the federal and provincial governments.

36. Government of Canada successfully completes the removal of three problem vessels from the Marine Environment in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia

    The Government of Canada is committed to addressing problem vessels that impact our marine environment and communities on our coasts. Recently, the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) operation to remove and safely dismantle three vessels in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, was successfully completed.

37. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Sherbooke

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Greg Morrow, Nova Scotia Minister of Agriculture and Member of the Legislative Assembly for Guysborough–Tracadie, and Heather Kreffer, Executive Director of SMART-GO: St. Mary’s Association for Rural Transit.

38. Investing in active transportation infrastructure in Lower Sackville

    The Lower Sackville area has access to a new section of trail after an investment of over $680,000 from the federal, provincial, and municipal governments and non-profit organizations.

39. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Lower Sackville

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Darrell Samson, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Member of Parliament for Sackville–Preston–Chezzetcook, the Honourable Steve Craig, MLA for Sackville–Cobequid, His Worship Mike Savage, Mayor of the Halifax Regional Municipality, Brenden Blotnicky of the Trans Canada Trail, and Matthew Spicer of the Sackville Lakes Park and Trails Association.

40. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Springhill Institution

    On September 2, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Springhill Institution, a medium security federal institution.

41. Fisheries enforcement ongoing in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick

    Fisheries enforcement ongoing in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick

42. Minister Petitpas Taylor to unveil 2024 Veterans’ Week Poster honouring the contributions of Canadian Armed Forces members around the world

    The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, alongside Rear-Admiral Josée Kurtz, Commander Maritime Forces Atlantic and Joint Task Forces Atlantic, and Colonel David Holmes, Commander, 12 Wing Shearwater, will unveil the 2024 Veterans’ Week poster in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

43. Government of Canada to provide update on Public Lands for Homes Plan, as part of Canada’s Housing Plan

    The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, along with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, will announce an important milestone in the government’s efforts to address the national housing crisis and build more homes, faster.

44. Protecting communities in Nova Scotia from the impacts of climate change

    The town of Bridgewater and the LaHave River will be better protected from the impacts of climate change after an investment of more than $69.4 million from the federal, provincial and municipal governments.

45. The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq and Indigenous Services Canada announce funding for Emergency Management Coordinators in member First Nation communities

    First Nation governments are playing a leading role in assessing the immediate needs of their communities and determining the appropriate course of action during emergencies. As emergency events such as wildfires, floods, hurricanes, and snow storms are increasing in frequency and severity, having dedicated community-level emergency management coordinators is vital.

46. Minister Petitpas-Taylor to announce support for Atlantic Canadian communities to transition to a net-zero economy

    The Honourable Ginette Petitpas-Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence and Member of Parliament for Moncton—Riverview—Dieppe, on behalf of the Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, will make an announcement about Atlantic Canadian communities’ leadership in the transition to a net-zero economy.

47. The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq and Indigenous Services Canada to make an announcement related to emergency management for Nova Scotia First Nations communities

    Please be advised that Angeline Gillis, Executive Director of the Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq, and Jenica Atwin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will make an announcement related to emergency management for Nova Scotia First Nation communities.

48. Media Advisory: Housing Announcement in Dartmouth

    Members of the media are invited to an announcement with the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs; Darren Fisher, Member of Parliament for Dartmouth–Cole Harbour, Debbie Lowther, CEO of Veterans Emergency Transition Services Canada; and Dr. Belinda Seagram, Founder and Executive Director, Landing Strong Cooperative Ltd.

49. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Chéticamp

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape Breton—Canso, and Cyril Camus, President of La Coopérative de Transport de Chéticamp (L’Acabie).

50. Government of Canada Advances Canadian Battery Innovation at Dalhousie University

    While visiting the Metzger, Yang, Dahn Research Group’s world-class battery laboratory at Dalhousie University, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $10.15 million in funding to establish Dalhousie University’s Canadian Battery Innovation Centre (CBIC). Minister Wilkinson was joined by the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Member of Parliament for Halifax West.