A provincewide state of emergency was declared on July 22, in response to the severe flooding that happened across the province on July 21 and will remain in effect until August 5 or until government terminates or extends it.
Category: Government Updates
People removed in error from the Need A Family Practice Waitlist
To determine whether you are still on the Need A Family Practice waitlist, please visit their website, or call 811.
Meningococcal B Vaccine
The meningococcal B vaccine for free to young Nova Scotians who will be living in a group setting such as a university residence for the first time.
Expansions to Nova Scotia’s Primary Care Plan
Central Nova Scotia will see 14 new or strengthened clinics in the region.
Accessing vaccination records online
VaxRecordNS allows citizens with a Nova Scotia health card to access some of their official vaccination records using the website.
Skilled Trades Refund Program
Young Nova Scotians can now apply for the More Opportunity for Skilled Trades (MOST) provincial income tax refund.
Expanded Home Heating Program
The Heating Assistance Rebate Program helps Nova Scotians with the cost of home heating.
Nova Scotia’s 175 Anniversary of Responsible Government
His Honour the Lieutenant Governor shared the following message which was received from His Majesty The King to mark the 175th anniversary of the establishment of Responsible Government in Nova Scotia.
Emergency home heating assistance
If your household is experiencing an emergency home heating situation, you may be eligible for a one-time payment up to a max of $400.
Business ACCESS-Ability grants
There are five categories of funding available for businesses that can apply for a cost-shared grant to make accessibility-related improvements.