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Halifax Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
Justice
July 7, 2017 10:31 AM
JUSTICE--Halifax Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
The 2010 homicide of Donald Jermaine Stevenson in Halifax has been added to the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program.
Builders’ Lien Act Amendments Come into Effect
Justice
June 30, 2017 12:05 PM
JUSTICE--Builders’ Lien Act Amendments Come into Effect
Legislative amendments and regulations that will better protect subcontractors and suppliers in the building trades come into effect today, June 30.
Digby Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
Justice
June 28, 2017 1:17 PM
JUSTICE--Digby Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
The homicide of Lynda Anne Comeau has been added to the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program.
Review into Death of Inmate at Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility Completed
Justice
June 28, 2017 10:04 AM
JUSTICE--Review into Death of Inmate at Central Nova Scotia Correctional Facility Completed
The Department of Justice has completed an internal review into the death of an offender on Nov. 7, 2016.
Gerry Post nommé directeur général de la Direction de l'accessibilité
Justice
June 16, 2017 2:29 PM
JUSTICE--Gerry Post nommé directeur général de la Direction de l'accessibilité
Gerry Post, un défenseur des droits des personnes handicapées qui a travaillé à l'amélioration de la loi sur l'accessibilité (Accessibility Act) de la province, a été nommé au poste de directeur général de la Direction de l'accessibilité.
Gerry Post Named Executive Director of Accessibility
Justice
June 16, 2017 2:26 PM
JUSTICE--Gerry Post Named Executive Director of Accessibility
Gerry Post, an advocate for persons with disabilities who worked to improve the province’s Accessibility Act, was named the first executive director of the Accessibility Directorate.
Security Upgraded at Sydney Justice Centre
Justice
June 5, 2017 8:59 AM
JUSTICE--Security Upgraded at Sydney Justice Centre
The province has improved the safety and security of the Sydney courthouse with new security screening technology and access-control measures effective today, June 5.
Halifax Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
Justice
May 18, 2017 11:35 AM
JUSTICE--Halifax Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
The homicide of Edwin Michael Thomas Forgeron has been added to the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program.
Proclamation de la nouvelle loi sur le parentage et le soutien aux enfants et des règles du Tribunal de la famille
Justice
April 28, 2017 12:51 PM
JUSTICE--Proclamation de la nouvelle loi sur le parentage et le soutien aux enfants et des règles du Tribunal de la famille
Des modifications législatives adoptées par l'Assemblée législative visant à améliorer le soutien aux enfants et à faire passer les intérêts des enfants avant tout le reste pendant une rupture familiale entreront en vigueur le 26 mai.
New Parenting and Support Act, Family Court Rules Proclaimed
Justice
April 28, 2017 12:46 PM
JUSTICE--New Parenting and Support Act, Family Court Rules Proclaimed
Legislative amendments passed by the House of Assembly to improve support for children and put their interests first when their families break up will come into effect on May 26th.
La loi sur l'accessibilité rendra la province plus accessible
Justice
April 27, 2017 5:53 PM
JUSTICE--La loi sur l'accessibilité rendra la province plus accessible
La Nouvelle-Écosse a établi l'objectif d'être une province accessible avant 2030, en vertu de la loi sur l'accessibilité (Accessibility Act), adoptée aujourd'hui 27 avril.
Accessibility Act to Make Province More Accessible
Justice
April 27, 2017 5:48 PM
JUSTICE--Accessibility Act to Make Province More Accessible
Nova Scotia has set a goal to be accessible by 2030 under the Accessibility Act, passed today, April 27.
Halifax Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
Justice
April 24, 2017 12:36 PM
JUSTICE--Halifax Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
The Halifax Regional Police and the provincial government are adding the homicide of John Fulton Newcombe to the Rewards for Major Unsolved Crimes Program.
Aboriginal Wellness/Gladue Court and Provincial Court Services Established at Wagmatcook
Justice
April 24, 2017 10:36 AM
JUSTICE--Aboriginal Wellness/Gladue Court and Provincial Court Services Established at Wagmatcook
Provincial Court services will soon be established in Wagmatcook First Nation, including Nova Scotia’s first Gladue or specialty court. The court will support the cultural needs of aboriginal people in conflict with the law.
Two Homicide Cases Added to Rewards Program
Justice
March 30, 2017 11:53 AM
JUSTICE--Two Homicide Cases Added to Rewards Program
Halifax Regional Police and the provincial government are taking additional steps to help solve two homicides in the Halifax Regional Municipality.
Progress Update on Segal Report Recommendations Released
Justice
March 22, 2017 12:21 PM
JUSTICE--Progress Update on Segal Report Recommendations Released
All recommendations of the Independent Review of the Police and Prosecution Response into the Rehtaeh Parsons Case have been completed or are underway.
Colchester County Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
Justice
March 16, 2017 1:16 PM
JUSTICE--Colchester County Homicide Case Added to Rewards Program
The RCMP and the provincial government are offering up to
$150,000 for information about the murder of an elderly Colchester County man.
Emergency Protection Orders Now Available in First Nations Communities
Justice
March 15, 2017 1:47 PM
JUSTICE--Emergency Protection Orders Now Available in First Nations Communities
Judges and justices of the peace can now issue emergency protection orders for families living in First Nations communities.
Individuals, Organizations Honoured with Crime Prevention Awards
Justice
March 9, 2017 1:17 PM
JUSTICE--Individuals, Organizations Honoured with Crime Prevention Awards
The province paid tribute to those who prevent crime and make Nova Scotia communities safer with the Minister’s Award for Leadership in Crime Prevention today, March 9.
Time Moves Ahead This Sunday
Justice
March 9, 2017 12:50 PM
JUSTICE--Time Moves Ahead This Sunday
Nova Scotians will lose some sleep but gain some daylight when the clocks move forward into daylight time this weekend.