No New Cases of COVID-19
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release No New Cases of COVID-19 —————————————————————- As of today, June 25, Nova Scotia continues to have no active cases of COVID-19. The last new case was identified on June 9. “I am so proud of the commitment Nova Scotians have shown to flattening the curve. We’ve worked together to tackle this...
Some Nova Scotia Museums to Reopen July 1
**** COMMUNITIES/CULTURE/HERITAGE Media Release Some Nova Scotia Museums to Reopen July 1 —————————————————————– Some provincial museum sites will reopen on Wednesday, July 1, with new measures in place to ensure people can safely enjoy their visits. “Our museums provide unique learning experiences, showcasing past events and ways of life that have shaped our communities and...
Nova Scotians Encouraged to Rediscover Nova Scotia and Support Local Tourism Businesses
**** TOURISM NOVA SCOTIA Media Release Nova Scotians Encouraged to Rediscover Nova Scotia and Support Local Tourism Businesses —————————————————————– Tourism Nova Scotia is launching a new marketing campaign today, June 25, encouraging Nova Scotians to explore the province and support local tourism businesses. “With travel restrictions in place as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic...
No New Cases of COVID-19, Atlantic Travel Bubble Announced
**** Health/ Wellness Media Release No New Cases of COVID-19, Atlantic Travel Bubble Announced As of today, June 24, Nova Scotia continues to have no active cases of COVID-19. The last new case was identified on June 9. Earlier today, the Council of Atlantic Premiers announced travel restrictions in Atlantic Canada will be eased as...
Update to municipal fitness centres, beaches, splashpads and the Emera Oval
**** HRM Media Release Response to COVID-19: Update to municipal fitness centres, beaches, splashpads and the Emera Oval The Halifax Regional Municipality continues to monitor and respond to the rapidly evolving effects of COVID-19. The following is an update from Parks & Recreation: Fitness Centres Following safety measures provided by public health, fitness centres at...
Response to COVID-19: Halifax Transit Update
**** HRM Media Release Response to COVID-19: Halifax Transit Update The Halifax Regional Municipality continues to monitor and respond to the rapidly evolving effects of COVID-19. Beginning in early July, Halifax Transit will start the installation of temporary polycarbonate shields on conventional buses, to help reduce the spread of the virus. The shields...
No New Cases of COVID-19
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release No New Cases of COVID-19 ———————————————————— As of today, June 23, Nova Scotia continues to have no active cases of COVID-19. The last new case was identified on June 9. “We have gone two weeks without a new case of COVID-19 and that is because of the efforts of Nova Scotians,”...
By Tuesday, July 7, 2020, all branches of Halifax Public Libraries will begin to offer in-person services specific to their location
**** Info via Halifax Libraries By Tuesday, July 7, 2020, we are anticipating all branches of Halifax Public Libraries will begin to offer in-person services specific to their location. As of Tuesday, June 23, 2020 all branch Book Drops will be open to accept the return of physical items. All branches will gradually open their doors again by following...
Nova Scotia Reports One Death, No New or Active Cases of COVID-19
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release Nova Scotia Reports One Death, No New or Active Cases of COVID-19 —————————————————————- As of today, June 22, Nova Scotia has no active cases of COVID-19. The last new case was identified on June 9. Nova Scotia is reporting one additional death related to COVID-19, bringing the total to 63. A...
Best-before and expiration dates of foods: what you should know
**** Info via Health Canada Best-before and expiration dates of foods: what you should know As many Canadians are limiting their grocery trips and using up the food they have at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, Health Canada is providing them with important information on best-before and expiration dates of foods. The best-before date indicates...