All ATV/OHV riders should do their part to help protect themselves, other people and the environment
**** RCMP Media Release All ATV/OHV riders should do their part to help protect themselves, other people and the environment We’re encouraging riders to review the Nova Scotia Off-highway Vehicles Act and Regulations. An easy-to-read handbook is available: https://bit.ly/3dPBWQk Those who violate the Off-highway Vehicles Act could face a penalty of $200-$2,000 for a first...
Upcoming Cold Play NS dip!
Upcoming Cold Play NS dip! See pics for details Repost (Health) We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you! ** Release We spoke to Jule about Cold Play NS about what it’s about and why it’s good for you!...
Province Expands Home Heating Program, Supports Vulnerable Nova Scotians
**** CNS Media Release Province Expands Home Heating Program, Supports Vulnerable Nova Scotians ——————————————————- The Province is providing more help to Nova Scotians struggling with the rising cost of living. As part of a $100-million effort to help low- and middle-income Nova Scotians with home heating, more people than ever before will be eligible for...
Zoli binki T. Pacifier + Teether Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Zoli binki T. Pacifier + Teether Recalled Due to Choking Hazard Issue Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation program has determined that the pacifier handle can detach, releasing small parts that may pose a choking hazard to young children. For tips on safe pacifier use, see Health Canada’s web page Is Your...
Free Heat Pumps for Low-Income Households, More Support for Others
**** CNS Media Release Free Heat Pumps for Low-Income Households, More Support for Others ——————————————————- Low-income Nova Scotians will get free heat pumps and other home upgrades thanks to a $140-million provincial investment in energy efficiency programs over four years. The funding will help all Nova Scotians move away from oil heat faster, with extra...
12 Holiday Fire Safety Tips via the HRFE
Via HRFE 12 Holiday Fire Safety Tips via the HRFE . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Westinghouse branded Current Taps with Surge Protector recalled due to Fire Hazard
**** Recall via Health Canada Westinghouse branded Current Taps with Surge Protector recalled due to Fire Hazard Issue The accredited certification body issued a public notice after receiving a consumer incident and identifying a risk of electrical shock. An electric short will develop when this product is connected to a wall outlet with a two-line feed...
With the holiday season in full swing, Nova Scotians are urged to keep safety top-of-mind
**** RCMP Media Release RCMP urges Nova Scotians to keep safety top-of-mind over the holidays With the holiday season in full swing, Nova Scotians are urged to keep safety top-of-mind. “Unfortunately, we see a spike in some types of crime this time of year,” says Cpl. Chris Marshall of the Nova Scotia RCMP. “With the...
Transport Canada Recall – Polaris ATV
**** Transport Canada Release Transport Canada Recall – Polaris AT Issue Issue: On certain ATVs, a wiring harness may not have been assembled properly. As a result, a wire to the voltage regulator could contact a brake line or the vehicle frame and cause a short circuit. This could also result in a loss of...
VirtualCareNS Appointments Available on Sunday
**** NSHA Media Release VirtualCareNS Appointments Available on Sunday Family doctors and nurse practitioners will be providing a limited number of online appointments between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2022 for people on the Need a Family Practice Registry. VirtualCareNS is a popular option to access care for Nova Scotians who currently...