2 h. ago Maritime vigils honour Montreal Massacre victims, addresses violence against women

Vigils were held at universities in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia in remembrance of the 14 women killed at Montreal's École Polytechnique in 1989 in an anti-feminist attack.

Events

3 h. ago Class action launched against Nova Scotia Power over data breach, alleged overbilling

A Nova Scotia injury law firm is moving forward in its efforts to launch a class action lawsuit against Nova Scotia Power in light of this past spring's cyberattack. 

Other

27 h. ago Electric utility opens emergency centre as more ugly weather heads for Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia Power has issued a statement saying rain and snow overnight will be whipped up by strong winds that will continue to lash the province on Friday.

Other

28 h. ago Nova Scotia justice minister wants Mi’kmaw chiefs to help crack down on illegal cannabis

The Nova Scotia government is cracking down on illegal cannabis dispensaries, which it says outnumber legal NSLC stores in the province.

Politics

32 h. ago NS Power dismisses premier’s claim that utility could be breaking regulatory laws

Nova Scotia’s largest utility is responding to a stinging letter from Premier Tim Houston by insisting it hasn't broken any laws.

Other

52 h. ago Premier calls for investigation into Nova Scotia Power over handling of cyberattack

The premier of Nova Scotia is calling for an investigation into how a major power utility has handled a cyberattack.

Economics

52 h. ago N.S. premier to meet with Massachusetts governor to discuss trade and energy exchange

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is in Boston to talk about trade and energy opportunities with Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey. 

Politics

60 h. ago Mike Smith of ‘Trailer Park Boys’ has court date in N.S. for sexual assault charge

Mike Smith of “Trailer Park Boys" fame has a court date scheduled Wednesday morning in Dartmouth, N.S., for his sexual assault case.

Events

3 d. ago Nova Scotia animal shelter offers kitten cuddles in support of a good cause

Bide Awhile in Dartmouth, N.S., opened its doors on Giving Tuesday to help foster connections and to highlight the impact of the community's support. 

Other

3 d. ago Xtract One Selected to Support Nova Scotia Health in Creating Safer Environments for Patients and Staff

This deployment addresses growing violence against healthcare workers and expands Xtract One’s footprint across Canadian healthcare providers TORONTO, Dec. 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Xtract One Technologies (TSX: XTRA)(OTCQX: XTRAF)(FRA: 0PL) (“Xtract One” or the “Company”) today announced its SmartGateway has been selected by Nova Scotia Health to strengthen security measures and provide AI-powered weapons […]

Science

3 d. ago Kentucky bourbon top sellers as N.S. starts selling off stockpile of American alcohol

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s liquor stores reported unusually brisk business on Monday, the first day they started selling off U.S. alcohol ordered off the shelves in February. Premier Tim Houston had said the removal was in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to impose tariffs on Canadian products. But on Nov. 27, the premier […]

Economics

4 d. ago Verecan Group of Companies Appoints Emily Dunn as Chief Operating Officer

Emily Dunn succeeds founding COO Steve Sparrow HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Verecan Group of Companies (Verecan), an independent financial services firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Dunn, MBA, as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective December 1, 2025. Dunn joins Verecan from Advisor Solutions by Purpose (ASP), where she has played […]

Economics

4 d. ago 1st major winter snowstorm set to hit Nova Scotia, New Brunswick this week

Environment Canada is forecasting the first major snowfall for Nova Scotia and parts of New Brunswick this week as special weather statements are in effect for both provinces.

Politics

4 d. ago Morien Maiden Drill Program Underway at Lazy Head Aggregate Project

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Morien Resources Corp. (“Morien” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: MOX) is pleased to announce that it has commenced a maiden drill program at the Lazy Head Aggregate Project (“Lazy Head” or the “Project”) in the Municipality District of Guysborough (the “MODG”), Nova Scotia (the “Drill Program” or […]

Other

4 d. ago Nova Scotia begins sell off of U.S. booze, plans to donate proceeds to charity

Nova Scotia liquor stores will once again stock booze from the United States beginning today, but for a limited time only. 

Economics

4 d. ago N.S. open to conversations about projects on protected land, minister says

The comments by Natural Resources Minister Kim Masland on Thursday drew criticism from the Opposition, who said she appeared to be talking out of both sides of her mouth.

Politics

5 d. ago N.S. man faces child sex abuse, exploitation material charges

Nova Scotia RCMP say a 21-year-old man faces multiple child sexual abuse charges after he was arrested earlier this month when trying to enter a home.

Events

8 d. ago Premier blasts N.S. Power’s cyberattack response, weighs fine for utility

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says he is disappointed with how the privately owned provincial utility responded to a cyberattack earlier this year.

Events

8 d. ago Nova Scotia releases environmental racism draft report, won’t commit to apology

Premier Tim Houston said today the government will wait to have a discussion with members of the panel before committing to make a formal apology.

Events

8 d. ago Supreme Court of Canada returns murder case to Nova Scotia Court of Appeal

A decade ago, a jury found Nathan Johnson guilty of first-degree murder and illegal possession of a firearm in the 2010 shooting death of pizza delivery worker Chad Smith.

Events