MIL-OSI Canada: Stratégies pour rendre la Nouvelle-Écosse accessible d’ici 2030
Source: Government of Nova Scotia Les établissements d’enseignement, les édifices et les espaces communs en Nouvelle-Écosse devront bientôt se conformer à des normes d’accessibilité. Mark Furey, ministre responsable de la loi sur l’accessibilité, était accompagné du Conseil consultatif sur l’accessibilité et d’intervenants, aujourd’hui 21 septembre, pour la publication de la stratégie du gouvernement provincial pour […]
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Source: Government of Nova Scotia Education, buildings, and shared spaces in Nova Scotia will soon be guided by accessibility standards. Minister responsible for the Accessibility Act, Mark Furey was joined by the Accessibility Advisory Board and stakeholders today, Sept. 21, for the release of the province’s implementation strategy for achieving accessibility. Access by Design 2030 […]
Read More →MIL-OSI Canada: Legislation for Halifax Convention Centre
Source: Government of Nova Scotia Minister of Business Geoff MacLellan introduced amendments to the Halifax Convention Centre Act today, Sept. 21, that help the convention centre in its role to attract visitors and build economic vibrancy in Nova Scotia. Events East manages and operates the convention centre. The amendments provide clarity on the oversight, reporting […]
Read More →MIL-OSI Canada: Update of Anti-Gambling Program
Source: Government of Nova Scotia Legislation introduced today, Sept. 21, will modernize a program that helps people gain control of their gambling.The voluntary self-exclusion program allows people to ban themselves from Nova Scotia’s two casinos. “We are committed to delivering responsible gambling and recognize the need for a modern, more flexible approach for people who […]
Read More →MIL-OSI Canada: Changes to the Senior Citizens’ Property Tax Rebate
Source: Government of Nova Scotia Service Nova Scotia Minister Geoff MacLellan tabled changes to the Senior Citizens’ Property Tax Rebate Act today, Sept. 20 that will help more low-income seniors access the program. The rebate program provides up to $800 on municipal property taxes paid during the previous tax year. Eligibility criteria is being expanded […]
Read More →MIL-OSI Canada: Halifax Regional Municipality
Source: Government of Nova Scotia New Work — HALIFAX REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Highway 102/103 – Bicentennial Highway Starting Thursday, Sept. 20, blasting will take place on Highway 102 between Exit 2A and Exit 1D and Highway 103 between Exit 2A and Exit 1B. Work is for the new 102/103 interchange. Blasting will take place twice a […]
Read More →MIL-OSI Canada: New Gender Identity Option for Birth Certificates
Source: Government of Nova Scotia Amendments announced today, Sept 19, to the Vital Statistics Act introduce X as an option for gender identity on the Nova Scotia birth certificate and make the display of the sex field optional. “Introducing these changes to the birth certificate is another example of how Nova Scotia is recognizing and […]
Read More →MIL-OSI Canada: Tidal Permit Issued to Black Rock Tidal Power
Source: Government of Nova Scotia The Department of Energy and Mines has issued a marine renewable energy permit to Black Rock Tidal Power for a tidal electricity project in the Bay of Fundy. The permit allows Black Rock Tidal Power to test a 280-kilowatt floating platform, called the PLAT-I, for up to six months. The […]
Read More →MIL-OSI Canada: Province Approves New Specialist Positions
Source: Government of Nova Scotia Government is funding nine new specialist positions. “By adding more specialist physicians to the health-care system, we can address needs in certain areas, improve access and reduce wait times for Nova Scotians,” said Health and Wellness Minister Randy Delorey. Recruitment is underway, and Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) and the […]
Read More →MIL-OSI Canada: More Stringent Regulations for the Funeral Industry
Source: Government of Nova Scotia Increasing fines for funeral home owners is one of the many steps government is taking to introduce stricter and transparent rules for funeral homes and crematoriums. Amendments introduced today, Sept. 18, to the Embalmers and Funeral Directors Act and the Cemetery and Funeral Services Act will protect families and bring […]
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