As of today, Nov. 26, Nova Scotia has 114 active cases of COVID-19. Fourteen new cases are being reported today. Twelve of the new cases are in Central Zone. One case is in Northern Zone and the other case is in Western Zone. "New restrictions have...
We know many Nova Scotians have to worry about having a safe, warm place to call home. These worries are only amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s why our government is taking concrete steps to protect renters from excessive rent increases and evictions due to renovations. Effective immediately,...
To turn the tide of COVID-19 infections in Nova Scotia, Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health, announced new restrictions in Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) and across the province on November 24th. New restrictions will come into force at 12:01 a.m....
As of today, Nov. 16, Nova Scotia has 23 active cases of COVID-19. Two new cases were identified Sunday, Nov. 15. The new cases are in the Central Zone. Both are connected to previously reported cases and are still under investigation. Nova Scotia Health Authority's labs completed...
Veteran’s week, November 5 to 11, is an important time for us to reflect on our shared history, remember our veterans, and thank service members for all they do to keep us safe. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second...
Tomorrow is Halloween! We are very fortunate in Nova Scotia to be able to celebrate Halloween this year but we must do so safely. Please do not go trick-or-treating if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or are feeling unwell. Remember to trick-or-treat with people you live with or...
Effective October 28, online booking for COVID-19 testing appointments is available for any Nova Scotian getting a test through primary assessment centres in the Central Zone or at the IWK Health Centre in Halifax. Central Zone includes Halifax Regional Municipality, Eastern Shore and West Hants. Online...
As of today, Nova Scotia has six active cases of COVID-19. One new case was identified yesterday, Monday, October 26. The new case is in the Central Zone and is related to travel outside of Atlantic Canada. The individual has been self-isolating, as required. To date, Nova...
Government is reminding Nova Scotians of current public health guidelines and providing specific advice around Halloween as the holiday approaches. Please follow public health guidelines to allow our community to celebrate Halloween safely while keeping our COVID-19 case numbers low: - People can continue to gather in...
Yesterday, Premier Stephen McNeil announced changes to his Cabinet. I would like to extend a heartfelt congratulations to my colleagues: -Leo Glavine -Lena Metlege Diab -Derek Mombourquette & -Suzanne Lohnes-Croft, on assuming their new portfolios. I am so proud of Suzanne Lohnes-Croft, who has been my seatmate for the last three years...