Nova Scotia, P.E.I, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador
North Sydney, Nova Scotia – The Cape Breton Regional Police is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 2015 White Hyundai Elantra with NS License Plate HAW 341, last seen in the Purves Street area of North Sydney travelling towards Highway 105, with two or three male occupants. The police believe that the people Read More…
Canada has prided itself on being inclusive, respectful and welcoming to all its citizens, but when it comes to Indigenous peoples, the reality is often far from that. One of the most pressing issues Indigenous communities in Canada face is the housing crisis. While this problem affects many Canadians, it is particularly severe on Indigenous Read More…
On February 7, 2023, the Government of Canada announced a significant investment of $198.6 billion over 10 years to improve healthcare services for Canadians. This investment includes $46.2 billion in new funding for provinces and territories. The new funding is expected to help address immediate pressures on the healthcare system, such as long wait times Read More…
High-speed internet has become an essential service in today’s world, and the government of Canada has designated it as such. However, many rural communities lack this basic necessity, which affects their ability to participate in the digital economy and access critical services such as healthcare and education. Fortunately, there has been some progress in addressing Read More…
On the evening of February 20th, 2023, the Council of Atlantic Premiers met to discuss important regional and national issues, as well as chart a course for regional collaboration in 2023. The meeting was chaired by Premier Dennis King of Prince Edward Island and attended by Premier Blaine Higgs of New Brunswick, Premier Tim Houston Read More…
The importance of physical activity and healthy behaviors cannot be overstated, especially when it comes to reducing the risk of chronic diseases and improving overall well-being. The Government of Canada recognizes this and has recently announced an investment of over $252,000 through the Healthy Canadians and Communities Fund to support a project in Prince Edward Read More…
Today, the province of Nova Scotia has made the decision to adopt the recommendations of the Minimum Wage Review Committee. One of the key recommendations was to set the minimum wage at $15 an hour, effective October 1st of this year. This means that the minimum wage will increase twice in the current year, first Read More…
Affordable housing is a pressing issue in many Canadian cities, and Moncton is no exception. Recently, the federal and provincial governments announced an investment of $10.5 million in affordable housing projects in Moncton, specifically aimed at helping seniors and combating homelessness. This is a significant step in addressing the affordable housing crisis in the city Read More…
The healthcare system in Nova Scotia is facing a crisis. Last year, 558 people died in the emergency room, the highest rate in Canada and a 9% increase from 2022. This alarming trend is a result of a number of factors, including a shortage of healthcare professionals, inadequate funding, and a lack of resources. One Read More…
Nova Scotia has been facing a shortage of healthcare workers for some time now, with many positions remaining unfilled despite efforts to recruit locally. In an effort to address this shortage, the Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) has turned to international recruitment, specifically targeting Kenya. The NSHA has partnered with the Kenyan government and several Read More…
Tens of thousands of citizens on the Atlantic coast are still without power In the aftermath of Hurricane Fiona, an Incident Command Centre team has been established to assist communities in southwestern Newfoundland. The team is led by officials with experience in incident response and includes professionals from various government departments, such as the Departments Read More…
More than 500,000 people are without power Tropical storm Fiona made landfall in Nova Scotia, Atlantic Canada, around 4 am. After contacting the mainland, Fiona moved west over the Atlantic and became a tropical storm. By this time, Fiona has become one of the most powerful Tropical storms ever to strike the Canadian Atlantic provinces. Read More…
Team New Brunswick was comprised of 346 athletes, 80 coaches, managers and technical staff Team New Brunswick returns home with 19 medals following two weeks of competition at the 2022 Canada Summer Games that took place in Niagara. Double gold medalist para athlete Christel Robichaud, of Grande-Digue, and gold medalist hurdler Craig Thorne, of Quispamsis, Read More…
Nova Scotia is making Trikafta available to all children ages 6-11 Today, Health Canada approved the use of Trikafta to treat children ages 6-11 with cystic fibrosis. Without this program, Trikafta would cost patients as much as $300,000 per year, but effective today, the province of Nova Scotia will be paying for the drug for Read More…
The 24 year old’s rise to party leader was fast and his reign short By: Charlotte Hui Mackenzie Thomason announced Tuesday that he would step down as NDP leader in New Brunswick on June 28, 2022. Thomason said the resignation was primarily due to infighting within the party. Some members believed that 24 years old, Read More…
We’koqma’q First Nation joining Potlotek First Nation in fishing in pursuit of a moderate livelihood Dartmouth, Nova Scotia – Building on the renewed understanding with Potlotek First Nation reached last month, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) has reached an understanding with We’koqma’q First Nation that will see their members fishing jakej (lobster) in pursuit of Read More…
Housing shortage across the country is at its all-time high The government is investing $2.5 million to create a community housing growth fund to strengthen the sector and grow the number of non-profit housing units in Nova Scotia. “Non-profit and co-operative housing play an important role in helping to create healthy, vibrant and affordable communities,” Read More…
The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall to tour Canada this spring Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall will tour Canada in Spring of 2022 to mark the Queens Platinum Jubilee. Closing in on 70 years as the ruling monarch, Queen Elizabeth will become the longest-reigning ruler in British History. The Prince Read More…
The Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Award celebrates the power, strength, and diversity of vibrant communities in Nova Scotia Beginning today, April 6, Nova Scotians can show their community pride by submitting nominations for the 2022 Lieutenant-Governor’s Community Spirit Award. “We are living in extraordinary times, and I am inspired by the determination and heart that exists Read More…
The amendments would bring New Brunswick in line with other Canadian jurisdictions and with changes made to the Canada Business Corporations Act in 2019. Amendments to the Business Corporations Act were introduced today which aim to reduce fraud and money laundering in the province by ensuring transparent ownership of private corporations. “The amendments would require corporations to maintain a Read More…
Eleven organizations will receive funding support to create greater opportunities for Island women and girls. Funding through the 2022 Interministerial Women’s Secretariat Grant is for community group projects that focus on encouraging women and girls to pursue opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering + Math (STEM), skilled trades, and leadership, as well as engaging men and Read More…
SaferPlacesNB.ca provides free workplace training and resources to prevent sexual harassment SaferPlacesNB.ca, an educational website designed to assist employers and employees to better address and prevent sexual harassment, was launched virtually today. The website was created by the New Brunswick Human Rights Commission and the Public Legal Education and Information Service of New Brunswick (PLEIS-NB) Read More…
