29 h. ago Ukrainian family in Nova Scotia faces new challenge with son’s cancer diagnosis

The family arrived in Canada on a special work permit program, but now Pavlo needs 24/7 monitoring as he undergoes chemotherapy -- meaning both parents are unable to work. 

Science

29 h. ago Ukrainian family in Canada facing new struggle with son’s cancer diagnosis

The family arrived in Canada on a special work permit program, but now Pavlo needs 24/7 monitoring as he undergoes chemotherapy -- meaning both parents are unable to work. 

Science

45 h. ago P.E.I. tables similar bill to Nova Scotia aimed at reducing trade barriers

Regulations for the bill are to be developed in consultation with industry and professions

Economics

53 h. ago Nova Scotia research confirms lemongrass essential oil can repel ticks

The finding is especially important in the province, which has seen an increase in black-legged ticks in recent years. The ticks can carry Lyme Disease.

Economics

67 h. ago Another official resigns from legal group that disinvited ‘Peace by Chocolate’ owner

Another top official has resigned from a national legal group over its cancellation of a speech by a Syrian refugee who became a celebrated Nova Scotia entrepreneur.

Other

2 d. ago ‘Sick to my stomach’: Mi’kmaw woman speaks out after alleged comments in group chat

Members of Millbrook First Nation in Nova Scotia are in shock and two band councillors have resigned after alleged comments made in a group chat were made public. 

Other

3 d. ago Nova Scotia men appeal judge’s dismissal of their prorogation challenge

Two Nova Scotia men are appealing a judge's dismissal of their court challenge of then-prime minister Justin Trudeau's move to prorogue Parliament earlier this year.

Other

3 d. ago New funding deals sent to Nova Scotia universities, but no word on tuition cap

Nova Scotia’s Department of Advanced Education says new funding proposals have been sent to the province’s 10 universities, which have until the end of next week to sign on.

Society

3 d. ago Nova Scotia video game studio looks to make golf more accessible in ‘PGA Tour 2K25’

Golf is never far from Josh Muise’s mind, no matter the weather in Lunenburg, N.S. Helping make the game a little easier was an objective for Muise, the senior creative director of HB Studios — the creative team behind the “PGA Tour 2K” video game franchise. Gamers picking up the new version of the franchise, […]

Other

4 d. ago Scotiabank CEO Wants a Majority Government in Canada’s Election

As Canada’s two major political parties come to a head in the federal election in the face of Washington’s trade war, Bank of Nova Scotia’s chief executive officer is making it clear: the best outcome would be one party in control, leaving the uncertainty behind.

Politics

5 d. ago Feeding the Future: Rebuild Capelin and Cod to Revive Atlantic Fisheries

Oceana Canada Urges Federal Government to Pause Capelin Fishery and Reduce Northern Cod Quota to Protect Ocean Ecosystems and Coastal Communities HALIFAX, Nova Scotia and MI’KMA’KI, traditional, unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq People, April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Over the past week, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) met with representatives from the fishing industry, […]

Other

5 d. ago Twelve affordable housing units for youth, young families open next week in Halifax

The Nova Scotia government says affordable housing units for 22 youth and young families will open next week thanks to a partnership with two local non-profits. 

Other

5 d. ago Emera Teleconference on May 8 to Discuss Q1 2025 Results and Annual General Meeting on May 22

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Today Emera (TSX: EMA) announced that it will release its Q1 2025 results on Thursday, May 8, 2025, before markets open. The Company will host a teleconference and webcast the same day at 9:30 a.m. Atlantic (8:30 a.m. Eastern) to discuss the results. Analysts and other interested parties in North America […]

Culture

5 d. ago Family of N.S. homicide victim pleads for answers in newly released RCMP video

Donny Lohnes, 57, was the target of an attack on Jippie Avenue in Pine Grove on Oct. 25, 2020. His mother and brother say they just want answers.

Events

6 d. ago Animal shelters struggle to keep up with demand as food prices skyrocket for pets

The Nova Scotia SPCA says that demand in all six locations in the province has increased, but donations remain low and there are calls to to help those in need.

Economics

8 d. ago New Nova Scotia regulations allow retail cannabis stores owned by Mi’kmaq community

Mi’kmaq communities in Nova Scotia will be able to open legal cannabis retail stores on reserve under new provincial regulations.

Other

8 d. ago Recruiters say surge in U.S. doctors looking to move to Canada since Trump election

HALIFAX — Recruiters say there’s been a surge of interest from American doctors considering moving to Canada since the election of U.S. president Donald Trump in November. Katrina Philopoulos, recruitment director for Nova Scotia Health, says 27 American doctors are in serious negotiations to move, which to date has resulted in one person being hired […]

Politics

9 d. ago Varcoe: Alberta business leaders relieved but remain wary after no additional tariff hit from U.S.

Alberta energy and business leaders expressed relief after U.S. President Donald Trump unleashed his series of “reciprocal” tariffs against other countries Wednesday, as Canada escaped any new hits from our largest trading partner. “That’s a double-win for us because it means not only do we not get tariffed, but we get an answer on tariffs,” […]

Economics

9 d. ago Varcoe: Alberta business leaders relieved no additional U.S. tariffs, but remain wary amid global markets turmoil

'People will be wise to remain a bit tentative until the issue is fully laid to rest,' says Mike Belenkie, CEO of Advantage Energy

Economics

9 d. ago EXP elevates Normand Landry to Vice President of Business Development for the Canadian Federal Sector

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, April 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EXP, a global engineering, architecture, design and consulting firm, announces the promotion of Normand Landry, P.Eng., to Vice President of Business Development for the Canadian Federal Sector. With more than 30 years of experience in consulting, Normand brings a wealth of knowledge in civil and structural […]

Economics