News releases from Service Nova Scotia (Page 1)
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Heating Assistance Rebate Program Launched
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Service Nova Scotia
Nova Scotians can apply for the Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP) using a fast and easy online application process.
Changes to the Senior Citizens’ Property Tax Rebate
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Service Nova Scotia
Service Nova Scotia Minister Geoff MacLellan tabled changes to the Senior Citizens’ Property Tax Rebate Act today, Sept. 20 that will help more low-income seniors access the program.
New Gender Identity Option for Birth Certificates
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Service Nova Scotia
Amendments announced today, Sept 19, to the Vital Statistics Act introduce X as an option for gender identity on the Nova Scotia birth certificate and make the display of the sex field optional.
More Stringent Regulations for the Funeral Industry
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Service Nova Scotia
Increasing fines for funeral home owners is one of the many steps government is taking to introduce stricter and transparent rules for funeral homes and crematoriums.
Strengthening Residential Tenancies Act for Tenants and Landlords
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Service Nova Scotia
Service Nova Scotia Minister Geoff MacLellan introduced amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act today, Sept. 18, that will benefit both tenants and landlords.
Introducing the Lowest Incorporation Fees in the Country
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Service Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia’s entrepreneurs will soon benefit from the lowest incorporation fees in the country.
Telephone Hearings to Benefit Tenants and Landlords
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Service Nova Scotia
Landlords and tenants in Nova Scotia will soon be able to resolve disputes via telephone, making the process faster and more efficient.
Illegal Tobacco Seized in Amherst
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Service Nova Scotia
More illegal tobacco has been taken off the streets following a short-term investigation by Service Nova Scotia's Compliance and Special Investigations Unit.
Annual Gaming Report Released
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Service Nova Scotia
The 2017-18 Annual Gaming Report is now available on the Service Nova Scotia website at http://novascotia.ca/sns/access/alcohol-gaming/publications.asp .
Illegal Tobacco Seized in Cumberland County
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Service Nova Scotia
More illegal tobacco has been taken off the streets of Nova Scotia following a short-term investigation by Service Nova Scotia's Compliance and Special Investigations Unit.
Restrictions Placed on Chant’s Funeral Homes Licence
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Service Nova Scotia
Chant’s Funeral Homes in Sydney has had its licence to sell pre-arranged funeral plans suspended for six months and the ability to sell trust-funded, pre-arranged funeral plans permanently revoked.
Illegal Tobacco Seized in Cumberland County
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Service Nova Scotia
More illegal tobacco has been taken off the streets of Nova Scotia following a short-term investigation by Service Nova Scotia's Compliance and Special Investigations Unit.
New Licence Plate Celebrates Nova Scotia’s Gaelic Heritage
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Gaelic Affairs / Service Nova Scotia / Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal
Nova Scotians can now celebrate their Gaelic heritage or their connection to the language and culture by choosing the new Gaelic licence plate.
Changes to the Marriage Act Come into Effect May 1
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Service Nova Scotia
Changes to the Solemnization of Marriage Act, introduced last fall, will come into effect on May 1.
Cannabis Control Act Passes
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Justice / Service Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia has passed its recreational cannabis legislation, the Cannabis Control Act. Two parts of the legislation are now in effect.
Illegal Tobacco Seized in Colchester County
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Service Nova Scotia
More illegal tobacco has been taken off the streets of Nova Scotia following a short-term investigation by Service Nova Scotia's Compliance and Special Investigations Unit.
Changes to Ticket Lottery Regulations Benefit Non-profit, Charitable Organizations
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Service Nova Scotia
Government is making fundraising easier and more affordable for sport teams, legions, churches and other charitable and non-profit community organizations.
Strengthening Funeral Home Oversight
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Service Nova Scotia
Following an investigation into a funeral home incident in December, government will implement more stringent regulations and oversight.
Company Announced to Modernize the Registry of Joint Stock Companies
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Service Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia businesses can expect a new and improved Registry of Joint Stock Companies IT system by fall 2019.
Illegal Tobacco Seized in Cumberland County
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Service Nova Scotia
More illegal tobacco has been taken off the streets of Nova Scotia following a one-month investigation by Service Nova Scotia's Compliance and Special Investigations Unit.
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