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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 1d

🗳️ Halifax residents are invited to apply for volunteer positions on municipal boards, committees, and commissions. Applications are open until Nov. 26. The municipality aims for diverse and inclusive representation. Learn more at:

halifax.ca/serve

#Halifax #CommunityEngagement

Volunteering on municipal boards and committees

Volunteer to serve on a municipal board, committee or commission.

halifax.ca

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 1d

🌿 Nova Scotia has added 1,267 hectares of land across 16 sites to its parks and protected areas, supporting biodiversity and climate action. The province aims to protect 20% of its land and water by 2030. Source:

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/11/0...

#NovaScotia #Environment #ClimateAction

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 2d

🚌 A free Transit Cape Breton pass is now available for eligible low-income residents through Nova Scotia’s Community Bus Pass Program. About 7,300 people in Cape Breton can benefit from free access to transportation starting November 4. Source:

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/11/0...

#CapeBreton

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 3d

🔍 Police are investigating a homicide after a man was found with gunshot wounds near Cain St. and Clarence St. in North Preston on November 2. The victim later died in hospital. Investigators are seeking public information and dashcam footage. Source:

rcmp.ca/en/nova-scot...

#Halifax #RCMP

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 7d

💨 Nova Scotia will see strong east to southeast winds Friday, with gusts reaching 70 km/h and shifting southwest by evening. Heavy rain in the morning will ease to scattered showers later in the day. Secure loose outdoor items. Source:

weather.gc.ca

#NSStorm #WeatherAlert

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 7d

📮 Mail delivery through #CanadaPost is resuming in Nova Scotia starting Friday, October 31. Access Nova Scotia centres will no longer serve as mail pickup locations. Delays are still expected, and using online services is recommended. Source:

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/3...

#NovaScotia

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 8d

⚖️ A Halifax Regional Police officer has been charged with multiple criminal offences, including breach of trust and possession of property obtained by crime. The charges follow an investigation into the sale of stolen property. Source:

sirtnsnb.ca/investigatio...

#Halifax #PoliceAccountability

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 9d

🔐 A youth has been arrested in Halifax for participating in an online violent extremist group. The investigation revealed involvement in groups using social media and gaming apps, leading to several exploitation-related charges. Source:

x.com/HfxRegPolice...

#CyberSecurity #Halifax

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 10d

🚓 Halifax police handled 664 calls over the weekend, including two major incidents — a bomb threat at Halifax Shopping Centre (unfounded, 13-year-old charged) and a robbery attempt at a Dartmouth Sobeys (53-year-old arrested).

x.com/HfxRegPolice...

#Halifax #PublicSafety #HRP

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 10d

🚨 Nova Scotia RCMP has arrested a man from Queens County who was wanted on a province-wide warrant for multiple sexual offences. Police thank the public for their assistance.

rcmp.ca/en/nova-scot...

#NovaScotia #RCMP #PublicSafety

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 13d

🇺🇳 Nova Scotian UN peacekeepers were honoured with certificates at Province House in Halifax, marking the UN’s 80th anniversary. Nearly 300 nominations have been received so far. Source:

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/2...

#NovaScotia #UN #Peacekeepers #Halifax

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 13d

🚓 A shooting occurred on Veith Street/Hanover Street in Halifax on Thursday night. An adult victim was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Police state this was not random and there is no ongoing public threat. Source:

x.com/HfxRegPolice...

#Halifax #PublicSafety

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 14d

📚 This holiday season, discover Nova Scotia’s stories! Through the Nova Scotia Loyal pilot, get $10 off books by local authors or publishers at 11 bookstores across the province until Feb. 28, 2026. 🌟 Support local voices, shop local!

nsloyal.ca

#ReadLocal #NovaScotiaLoyal

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 16d

⚡ Premier #TimHouston reshuffled his cabinet to strengthen focus on energy and resource development. He now serves as Minister of Energy, aiming to make Nova Scotia an "energy superpower." New ministers also appointed across key departments.

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/2...

#NovaScotia

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 16d

🚧 The MacKay Bridge will close from Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. to Oct. 27 at 5:30 a.m. for maintenance. HHB offers free ferry service during the closure to ease traffic. Expect delays and plan alternate routes. Details below 👇

halifaxharbourbridges.ca/news/mackay-...

#Halifax #MacKayBridge #NovaScotia 🚢

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 16d

Nine 🌊 Nova Scotia communities, including Lunenburg and Antigonish, join the Community Climate Capacity Program to boost resilience against floods, droughts, and wildfires. The province invests $7.3M to support local climate action.

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/2...

#ClimateAction #Sustainability

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 17d

🚨 A woman has been charged after stealing a Halifax fire truck early this morning. The vehicle was later found undamaged, and no injuries were reported. She faces multiple charges, including theft and impaired operation.

x.com/HfxRegPolice...

#Halifax #NovaScotia #Police

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 17d

💧 Halifax Water has launched a new, simplified one-page bill design as of Oct. 2025. The update makes it easier for customers to read charges, track usage, and find key info — all on one page.

halifaxwater.ca/understandin...

#Halifax #HalifaxWater #UtilityUpdate #NovaScotia

Understanding Your Halifax Water Bill | Halifax Water

halifaxwater.ca

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 21d

🚨 RCMP is investigating after gunshots struck a home on Riverside Dr. in Lower Sackville around 1 a.m. on Oct. 15. No injuries were reported. Anyone with info is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

rcmp.ca/en/nova-scot...

#NovaScotia #LowerSackville #RCMP #CrimeAlert

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 21d

👶 Infants under eight months can now receive free protection against RSV in Nova Scotia. The program runs from Oct. 15, 2025, to Apr. 30, 2026, offering doses at hospitals, primary care, and public health clinics.

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/1...

#NovaScotia #RSV #Health #Immunization

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 22d

🔥Burn ban and woods restrictions have been lifted in Annapolis County as of Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. Daily burn limits remain across Nova Scotia until Oct. 31. Fines for violations can reach $25,000. Stay alert and check the BurnSafe map.

news.novascotia.ca/en/2025/10/1...

#NovaScotia #WildfireSafety

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 23d

🌐 Nova Scotia launches NovaMINE, a new online portal to simplify and modernize mine permitting. The system increases transparency and access to information while supporting responsible resource development.

mining.novascotia.ca

#NovaScotia #Mining #NovaMINE #NaturalResources

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 27d

⚖️ A new chair and two commissioners have been appointed to the human rights commission, with one member reappointed. The changes aim to strengthen the focus on equity and justice. Source:

humanrights.novascotia.ca/news-events/...

#HumanRights #NovaScotia #Government

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 27d

🌱 Discover Transitions Stories, a Nova Scotia project sharing real stories of communities adapting to climate change — from coastal protection to clean energy and sustainable housing.

transitionsstories.ca

#NovaScotia #ClimateAction #Sustainability

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Nova Scotia - What's New? @novasc0tia.bsky.social · 28d

💉 Nova Scotians can now book seasonal vaccines — COVID-19, flu, and RSV — at pharmacies, drive-through clinics, or Public Health Mobile Units. Appointments can be made online with a valid NS health card. Details:

novascotia.flow.canimmunize.ca/en/booking/c...

#NovaScotia #Vaccines #PublicHealth

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