Parts of Nova Scotia, Quebec get early spring blast of snow
A late winter snowstorm is expected to impact parts of Quebec and Atlantic Canada just days after the official start of spring, bringing significant snowfall and hazardous conditions.
Hacker wanted bitcoin from blackmailed N.S. legislator, police say
A Nova Scotia legislator, Rick Burns, has been targeted in a hacking and blackmail scheme where the hacker demanded bitcoin after releasing compromising materials.
Thwarted school attacks should lead to a national conversation, says N.S. mayor
The mayor of Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, advocates for a national dialogue on mental health and internet influence following thwarted school attack plots in Canada.
βDisbeliefβ felt after school attacks prevented in Nova Scotia, Manitoba
Communities in Nova Scotia and Manitoba are reeling after police foiled plans by two teenagers to launch violent attacks at local schools.
N.S. MLA says hackers released images of him and his wife after blackmail attempt
A Nova Scotia MLA reports that personal images of him and his wife were released by hackers after he declined to pay a blackmail demand.
N.S. MLA urges N.B. premier to reconsider highway toll near provincial boundary
A Nova Scotia MLA is calling on the New Brunswick premier to rethink a proposed highway toll that would affect residents frequently traveling across the border.
N.S. government cuts to arts will hurt economy, Oscar winner Tamara Deverell says
Oscar winner Tamara Deverell criticizes Nova Scotia's government for cutting funding to the arts, arguing it will negatively impact the economy.
Police foil plans for βviolent attackβ on N.S. school, teen facing charges
Police in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, arrested a teenager accused of conspiring to commit murder as part of a planned violent attack on a local high school.
Nova Scotia woman says exercise program for cancer patients changed her life
A Nova Scotia woman credits a specialized exercise program for significantly improving her quality of life after battling breast cancer.
N.S. RCMP issues more cannabis tickets as crackdown on First Nations stores continues
Nova Scotia RCMP are intensifying their crackdown on illegal cannabis storefronts in First Nations communities, recently issuing tickets and seizing cannabis products during inspections.
Abandoned car retrieved from ice off Nova Scotia shore by helicopter, snowmobiles
A helicopter and snowmobiles were used to recover an abandoned car from the frozen Northumberland Strait in Nova Scotia.
Ottawa puts $200M into space launch pad in Nova Scotia
The Canadian government is investing $200 million in a space launch pad in Nova Scotia to develop domestic satellite launch capabilities.
Nova Scotia, New Brunswick bracing for heavy rain, strong winds
Environment Canada has issued warnings for heavy rain and strong winds expected in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick on Monday.
N.S. First Nation tells government and RCMP to stay out of cannabis and tobacco sales
A First Nation in Nova Scotia has asserted its rights to self-governance over cannabis and tobacco sales, opposing provincial government enforcement actions on their land.
'I found my teen daughter baked to death inside Walmart oven'
A mother tragically discovered her daughter dead inside a Walmart oven, leading to shock in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Charge against Montreal man dropped in 2021 Nova Scotia murder
A Montreal man accused of second-degree murder in a 2021 Nova Scotia case has had the charges dropped due to insufficient evidence.
Nova Scotia man found guilty of making 3D guns, gets 6 years in prison
A Nova Scotia man has received a six-year prison sentence for manufacturing 3D firearms, following an investigation into his illegal activities.
Land clearing starts as Whale Sanctuary Project in Nova Scotia reaches milestone
The Whale Sanctuary Project in Nova Scotia has commenced land clearing as part of its development plans for a refuge for captive whales.
Another round of polygraphs in RCMP investigation into Jack and Lillyβs disappearance
The RCMP is conducting additional polygraph tests in the ongoing investigation of the disappearance of two young children from Nova Scotia, Canada.
N.B. budget: Cuts to culture funding would have βprofound impact,β advocates say
Heritage advocates in New Brunswick are concerned about potential cuts to cultural funding in the upcoming budget, mirroring cuts made in neighboring Nova Scotia.
Heritage 'paying the price' as Nova Scotia budget shuts down 12 museums
Nova Scotia's budget cuts lead to the closure of 12 museums, igniting public outrage over the loss of cultural heritage.
Search underway for missing ice fisher in N.S., second man found deceased
A search is ongoing for a missing ice fisher in Nova Scotia, with one deceased man recovered from the ice.
βIβm sorryβ: Nova Scotia premier reverses some budget cuts, stands firm on others
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston has reversed some budget cuts following protests, restoring funding to certain programs that support vulnerable populations.
Nova Scotia only faith-based hospital to end religious sponsorship
St. Marthaβs Regional Hospital in Nova Scotia will no longer have a religious sponsorship, allowing for broader medical services including assisted dying.
Halifax council considers asking province to create dangerous dog registry
Halifax regional council is set to vote on a proposal urging the provincial government of Nova Scotia to establish a dangerous dog registry following a tragic incident where a boy was killed in a dog attack.
RCMP in N.S. continue cannabis crackdown with more searches at First Nations stores
The RCMP in Nova Scotia have intensified their crackdown on unlicensed cannabis stores, predominantly targeting Indigenous-owned businesses.
Halifax teens lament the loss of government program offering free bus passes
Halifax high school students express their disappointment over the Nova Scotia government's budget cuts to a program that provided free transit passes, impacting their independence and mobility.
βMath ainβt mathingβ: N.S. budget called out for cuts to Indigenous, Black programs
Nova Scotians protest against the provincial budget cuts that disproportionately affect Indigenous and Black community programs.
Nova Scotia premier defends budget cuts, calls it βsad realityβ of finances
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston faced criticism and protests as he defended budget cuts, attributing them to the province's significant deficit.
Tensions grow between N.S., First Nations as police announce new cannabis raids
Tensions are escalating between the Nova Scotia government and First Nations following police raids on illegal cannabis dispensaries in Indigenous communities.
Protesters rally outside N.S. legislature as tensions rise inside during debate
Hundreds protested outside the Nova Scotia legislature against government budget cuts to cultural programs and resource extraction policies, voicing concerns over treaty obligations and environmental conservation.
EverWind lands more than $240M in financing for N.S. wind and hydrogen projects
EverWind Fuels has secured $240 million to develop wind and green hydrogen projects in Nova Scotia, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy in the region.
Stepfather of missing Nova Scotia children appears in court on sexual assault charges
Daniel Martell, the stepfather of two missing Nova Scotia children, has appeared in court facing serious sexual assault charges unrelated to their disappearance.
Ontario, N.S. sign agreement to sell alcohol across provincial borders
Ontario and Nova Scotia have signed a new agreement allowing residents to buy alcohol directly from local producers across provincial borders.
Nova Scotia RCMP will not charge two accused of sexual assault after hockey hazing
Nova Scotia RCMP have decided not to charge two out of four teenage hockey players accused of sexual assault related to a hazing incident, while the investigation is ongoing.
First Nation chiefs say Nova Scotia budget cuts appear targeted at Miβkmaw programs
First Nation leaders in Nova Scotia claim recent budget cuts by the provincial government disproportionately affect Miβkmaw programs designed to combat systemic inequalities.
'No violations' found in 2024 Walmart oven death, N.S. workplace investigation finds
A workplace safety investigation in Nova Scotia found no violations in the death of Walmart worker Gursimran Kaur, who died in a bakery oven 16 months ago.
βTrailer Park Boysβ actor Mike Smith to stand trial for sexual assault
Mike Smith, known for his role in 'Trailer Park Boys', has pleaded not guilty to a charge of sexual assault and will be tried in provincial court.
N.S. book publishers slammed by provincial governmentβs cuts to the creative sector
Nova Scotia book publishers are facing significant challenges due to provincial government cuts to the arts sector, exacerbating existing market uncertainties.
N.S. to create a new protected Acadian electoral riding in Cape Breton
The Nova Scotia government is establishing a protected electoral riding for Acadian communities in Cape Breton, splitting the existing Inverness riding to create ChΓ©ticamp-Magarees-Pleasant Bay.
βItβs not fairβ: Nova Scotia family who lost baby says health-care system failed them
A Nova Scotia family expresses their heartbreak after losing their baby, accusing the healthcare system of failing to respond adequately to urgent prenatal concerns.
βReally short-sightedβ: Nova Scotia budget cuts funding to Halifax student transit pass program
Nova Scotia's budget cuts funding for a critical student transit pass program, potentially impacting 30,000 students in Halifax.
Mental health funding tied to 2020 mass shooting part of Nova Scotia budget cuts
Nova Scotia is cutting mental health funding linked to the 2020 mass shooting as part of significant budget reductions.
Youth hockey referee ends N.S. game after βhate-motivatedβ comment, RCMP say
A youth hockey game in Nova Scotia was prematurely ended by a referee following a hate-motivated comment from a spectator, leading to an investigation by the RCMP.
Nova Scotia bill increases fines, strengthens enforcement as part of illegal cannabis crackdown
Nova Scotia has proposed legislation to enhance enforcement and penalties against illegal cannabis dispensaries as part of a broader efforts to ensure safe cannabis usage.
Student group calls on Nova Scotia post-secondary students to stage weeklong strike
The Canadian Federation of Students is urging Nova Scotia post-secondary students to initiate a weeklong strike in response to budget cuts and to advocate for more affordable tuition.
Two youths formally charged with sexual assault in Nova Scotia after hockey hazing
Two young hockey players in Nova Scotia have been charged with sexual assault related to a hazing incident involving their teammates.
Premier defends Nova Scotia budget as critics continue to speak out
Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston defends the provincial budget amidst criticism over cuts to public services and a substantial deficit.
Nova Scotia announces financial framework for its emerging offshore wind industry
The Nova Scotia government has proposed new legislation to ensure financial benefits from the offshore wind industry, implementing a levy on project developers.
Weather-related workplace injuries 40% higher than last winter: WCB Nova Scotia
Winter weather-related workplace injuries in Nova Scotia have increased by 40% compared to last year, as reported by the Workersβ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia.