NS SPCA – Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) Program
**** Info via NS SPCA NS SPCA – Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) Program TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return) benefits the whole community. It improves the lives of feral cats, decreases the size of colonies over time, and eliminates neighbourhood nuisance. During TNR, young kittens and friendly cats are taken to SPCA shelters where they will...
The Royal Canadian Air Force wishes to advise the public they will be conducting night flight exercises on the CH-148 Cyclone at 12 Wing from March 29 to April 1, 2022
**** DND Media Release Public Service Announcement CH-148 Cyclone night flying at 12 Wing Shearwater The Royal Canadian Air Force wishes to advise the public they will be conducting night flight exercises on the CH-148 Cyclone at 12 Wing from March 29 to April 1, 2022. It is anticipated there could be noise disruptions to...
Countering the rise of cryptocurrency fraud
**** RCMP Media Release Countering the rise of cryptocurrency fraud Investors worldwide have pumped trillions into digital currency, eager to capitalize on market gains. But, criminals are also keen to use the hype around cryptocurrency for their own benefit. Crypto crime is growing quickly. In 2021, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received reports of cryptocurrency fraud losses...
Amherst Police have become aware of an apparent scam in which people are receiving unsolicited photos and texts messages
**** Info via Amherst Police Amherst Police have become aware of an apparent scam in which people are receiving unsolicited photos and texts messages. Responding to the messages results in further conversations in which the caller appears to be trying to get the recipient to send nude or compromising photos/videos to them. Police advise...
Infrastructure, Research and Healthcare Investments in Rural Universities
**** CNS Media Release Infrastructure, Research and Healthcare Investments in Rural Universities —————————————————————– The government is investing $105 million to improve infrastructure, foster research and enhance healthcare and training at the province’s rural universities. “Ensuring our post-secondary institutions remain competitive and have the space and infrastructure needed to welcome and train the future workforce is...
Nine special planning areas designated in Halifax Regional Municipality for as many as 22,600 new residential units
**** Housing Media Release Special Planning Areas Identified, Province Invests in Planning Studies —————————————————————- Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister John Lohr has designated nine special planning areas in Halifax Regional Municipality for as many as 22,600 new residential units. The designation allows the Minister to assume authority for development approvals in those areas as outlined...
Amendments to Modernize Condominium Act
**** Service Nova Scotia Release Amendments to Modernize Condominium Act —————————————————————- Amendments introduced today, March 25, will modernize the Condominium Act, improving the governance and management of condominium corporations and enhancing consumer protection. “By making changes to the act, the rules condominium owners and corporations need to follow will be current and relevant to their...
Amendments to Wildlife Act / Amendments to Marine Renewable-energy Act
**** NATURAL Resources Release Amendments to Wildlife Act —————————————————————- The government has introduced amendments to the Wildlife Act that will protect the province’s wildlife and help wildlife and people coexist without conflict. Under the amendments, tabled in the legislature today, March 24, the government can develop regulations to discourage the feeding of wildlife. “Feeding is...
Legislation to Protect Health Sector Leaders and Their Families /Legislation Will Address Systemic Racism, Hate and Inequity
**** CNS Media Release Legislation to Protect Health Sector Leaders and Their Families ———————————————————————————————– The Province is taking action to stop people from protesting outside the homes of senior health officials and other health service providers. Amendments to the Protecting Access to Health Services Act, introduced today, March 24, will protect provincial health officials and...
Halifax Regional Police will be conducting training exercises throughout the region from March 23 to 27
**** HRP Media Release Advisory: Police conducting training exercises Halifax Regional Police will be conducting training exercises throughout the region from March 23 to 27. Over the course of the five days, the exercises will take place at various times during the day and night at the following locations: 0-100 block of Cutler...