9 h. ago What the possible closure of Hudson’s Bay stores could mean for the N.S. retail landscape

Hudson's Bay may start to liquidate its stores this week. Nova Scotia shoppers, mall management and a business expert are weighing in on the possible impacts.

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13 h. ago Professors, students say Nova Scotia university bill threatens academic freedoms

Speakers appearing before a Nova Scotia legislature committee say the bill is a case of overreach that could threaten academic freedoms.

Society

15 h. ago Columbia University student and the U.S. government spar over his detention in Louisiana

NEW YORK (AP) — The federal government and a Columbia University student threatened with deportation for his role in campus protests against Israel have been sparring in court over the Trump administration’s move to ship him halfway across the country to an immigration lockup in Louisiana. The government says he could not be detained at […]

Politics

18 h. ago Appili Therapeutics Announces Submission of U.S. Federal Government Funding Proposals and Provides Corporate and Aditxt Transaction Update

Four new funding proposals, totalling US$117.5 million, have been submitted for reviewModifications received to U.S. Air Force Academy Cooperative AgreementOutside date for going-private transaction extended to March 31, 2025 HALIFAX, Nova Scotia, March 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Appili Therapeutics Inc. (TSX: APLI; OTCPink: APLIF) (the “Company” or “Appili”), a biopharmaceutical company focused on drug […]

Politics

34 h. ago N.S. advocates say bill to allow for uranium exploration and fracking is dangerous

HALIFAX — Some Nova Scotia environmental advocates and physicians told a legislature committee today that a government bill opening the door to uranium exploration and fracking is dangerous and should be scrapped. The proposed legislation would repeal the existing Uranium Exploration and Mining Prohibition Act to allow for research about the presence of uranium in […]

Events

37 h. ago Critics say Nova Scotia bill violates labour rights, threatens right to information

Members of the public are voicing concerns about a Nova Scotia government bill they say threatens citizens' access to information and violates labour rights in the civil service.

Other

4 d. ago Nova Scotia Realtors want province to drop planned increase to deed transfer tax

The Nova Scotia government's plan to double the deed transfer tax for non-resident homebuyers should be reconsidered, says the province’s Realtors association.

Economics

4 d. ago Nova Scotia identifies five areas for development of offshore wind

The Nova Scotia government has identified five areas that it deems suitable for the development of offshore wind farms. The government issued a statement Friday saying the next step is seeking input from Nova Scotians before official designations are granted, a process that will wrap up April 14. “Canada, with the world’s longest coastline, a […]

Sport

4 d. ago Nova Scotia identifies five areas for offshore wind development

After the areas receive official designation, the Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator will manage a licensing process

Sport

4 d. ago N.S. realtors want province to drop planned deed transfer tax hike

The Nova Scotia Association of Realtors says the move would add a "tariff" on Canadian buyers

Economics

4 d. ago Trump administration demands Columbia overhaul academic courses in ultimatum

NEW YORK — The Trump administration has delivered an extraordinary ultimatum to Columbia University, threatening to permanently end federal funding to the school unless it cedes control of an international studies department and implements sweeping changes to other campus policies. In a letter sent Thursday night, federal officials said the university must immediately place its […]

Politics

6 d. ago ‘We’re just a number’: Advocates call on Nova Scotia to reassess breast

Advocates are speaking out about Nova Scotia’s breast-screening policies after the federal health minister paused the work of the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care.

Other

7 d. ago Nova Scotia Court of Appeal to hear arguments in Chignecto Isthmus funding dispute

A dispute over who should pay the cost of protecting the narrow low-lying strip of land that links Nova Scotia and New Brunswick is before the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal.

Other

1 week ago Federal Court dismisses challenge of Trudeau’s move to prorogue Parliament

OTTAWA — A federal judge has dismissed a legal challenge of Justin Trudeau’s move to prorogue Parliament, concluding the prime minister did not exceed the bounds of his authority. Two Nova Scotia men had asked the Federal Court to declare the current suspension of Parliament illegal because there must be a “reasonable justification” for hitting […]

Politics

1 week ago Canadian musician J.P. Cormier won’t tour in U.S. until Trump’s tariffs end

J.P. Cormier, Nova Scotia musician, cuts ties with the U.S. over Trump's tariffs, emphasizing the importance of Canadian solidarity.

Economics

1 week ago ‘Stand up for my country’: Musician J.P. Cormier won’t tour in U.S. until Trump’s tariffs end

J.P. Cormier, a Nova Scotia musician, cuts ties with the U.S. over Trump's tariffs, emphasizing the importance of Canadian solidarity.

Economics

1 week ago Iconic 'I am Canadian' ad is back with a new twist amid U.S. trade war

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has endorsed a tongue-in-cheek update to the iconic "I am Canadian" ad amid the trade war with the United States.Nova Scotia resident Jeff Douglas, the face behind the viral 2000s Molson Canadian ad officially titled "The Rant," returned to the stage after 25 years.An updated version of the famous speech that popularized the saying "I am Canadian" was uploaded to YouTube on Wednesday.Trudeau shared the video on X on Thursday morning. "Good to have you back," reads the post.Good to have you back. pic.twitter.com/NR6IXqve1O— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 6, 2025This time around, instead of debunking Canadian stereotypes, Douglas clapped back at U.S. President Donald Trump's threat of turning Canada into the 51st state."They mistake our modesty for meekness, our kindness for consent, our nation for another star on their flag, and our love of a hot, cheesy poutine with their love of a hot, cheesy Putin," says...

Economics

1 week ago Nova Scotia government facing more criticism over its response to domestic violence

An advocacy group for reproductive health says the Nova Scotia government is failing to address the recent spike in gender-based violence.

Politics

1 week ago Maritime Launch Services Announces Closing of Financing and Two

HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — Maritime Launch Services Inc. (Cboe CA: MAXQ, OTCQB: MAXQF) (the “Company”) is pleased to announce it has closed its previously announced financing valued at $1,599,950 in cash proceeds at a price of $0.05 per share, of which $331,525 was previously released to the Company over the preceding five months from existing […]

Other

1 week ago Nova Scotia premier pushing for momentum on Canadian free trade

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston says he is looking to build momentum on freeing up trade within Canada, as the country deals with tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Economics