No New Cases of COVID-19
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release No New Cases of COVID-19 —————————————————————————————————————– As of today, June 21, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. The last new case was identified on June 9. “I hope Nova Scotians were able to reconnect with their loved ones and enjoy the outdoors this weekend,” said Premier Stephen McNeil. “Thank...
COVID-19 Update at Via Rail
**** COVID-19 Update at Via Rail Wearing a mask is required In our stations, starting June 23, masks will be required at all times when it is impossible to maintain a sufficient distance from others, with the exception of when passengers are eating or drinking. Masks are now mandatory for all employees at all times on trains...
No New Cases of COVID-19
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release No New Cases of COVID-19 ————————————————————— Effective June 22, many Halifax Transit routes will return to regular weekday service. Click the link to see what this means for your route. If riding on a bus or ferry, we strongly encourage you to wear a mask. “As we head into the official...
New hazard allowance for Canadian Armed Forces members deployed on COVID-19 frontlines
**** CAF Release New hazard allowance for Canadian Armed Forces members deployed on COVID-19 frontlines The Exceptional Hazard Allowance has been amended to compensate Canadian Armed Forces members who are deployed in COVID-19 risk environments. Eligible Canadian Armed Forces members deployed on Operation LASER, and the domestic portion of Operation GLOBE, who were/are...
With the restrictions starting to lessen, the NS SPCA want to share how they will be continuing to operate while following Public Health recommendations
**** NS SPCA Media Release With the restrictions starting to lessen we wanted to share how we will be continuing to operate while following Public Health recommendations. ???? Our cleaning protocols have been increased and will be communicated to you when you book an adoption appointment. New safety procedures like plexiglass barriers, available gloves, and...
No New Cases of COVID-19
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release No New Cases of COVID-19 —————————————————————– As of today, June 19, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. The last new case was identified on June 9. “Today marks our tenth day of no new cases of COVID-19 and I’m very encouraged by our progress. We’ve achieved this because Nova...
Canada Day 2020 – Virtual Celebrations
**** HRM Media Release Canada Day 2020 – Virtual Celebrations Mayor Mike Savage and members of Regional Council are inviting residents to join in the first virtual Canada Day celebrations on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. Halifax was selected by Canadian Heritage and CBC to take part in a national virtual Canada Day celebration. Halifax will...
Coming to the airport? Here’s what you need to know.
**** HIAS Release Coming to the airport? Here’s what you need to know. Everyone has a role to play to protect themselves and those around them by wearing a mask or face covering, practicing good personal hygiene, and keeping a safe physical distance. Masks Anyone who comes to the airport is required to wear a...
Response to COVID-19: Update to Parks & Recreation – Playgrounds
**** HRM Media Release Public Service Announcement Response to COVID-19: Update to Parks & Recreation – Playgrounds The Halifax Regional Municipality continues to monitor and respond to the rapidly evolving effects of COVID-19. Following the provincial public health update regarding access to playgrounds, all municipal playgrounds are now open effective immediately. Staff are...
New Gathering Limits Announced
**** HEALTH/WELLNESS Media Release New Gathering Limits Announced —————————————————————– Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health for Nova Scotia, announced today, June 18, changes to gathering limits given Nova Scotia’s low rates of COVID-19. “We’ve now had well over a week with no new cases of COVID-19 and low rates...