Government of Nova Scotia

  1. A clock and battery.
    Time Falls Back On Nov. 6

    Nova Scotians may want to adjust their alarm clocks before bed this Sunday, Nov.6, as they gain an hour when daylight savings time ends.

  2. You can now apply for heating help online
    Heating Assistance Rebate Program Now Open for Applications

    The application process for the Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP) begins today, Oct. 31. The rebate provides up to $200 to help Nova Scotians pay to heat their homes.

  3. Premier Stephen McNeil (centre) and Communities, Culture and Heritage Minister Tony Ince (right) with Olympians and Paralympians at Province House.
    Premier Honours Nova Scotia Olympians, Paralympians at Event

    Athletes who represented Nova Scotia at the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, were recognized and celebrated at an event at Province House.

  4. Ashley Ward polishes remote controls at the Dartmouth Adult Services Centre.
    Support for Social Enterprises

    More social enterprises will be able to start, grow, expand into new markets and strengthen communities as a result of support from Invest Nova Scotia.

  5. Sulaf Kurdi is given a flu shot by nurse Ashley Sharpe in Halifax.
    Nova Scotians Encouraged to Get Flu Shot

    Get your flu shot early to protect yourself and your loved ones.

  6. Premier Stephen McNeil greets international students at the event.
    Program Encourages International Students to Stay in Nova Scotia

    A new pilot program will help international students stay and build a life in Nova Scotia after they graduate.

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  • Government

    Your government departments, agencies, legislature, office information.

  • Residents

    Information and services for people who live and work in Nova Scotia.

  • Business

    To improve Nova Scotia’s economy, government is introducing a new Department of Business.

  • Visitors

    Plan your trip, find maps, learn about points of interest around the province.

  • News

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Helpful Websites

  • QEII Redevelopment

    Health care needs are evolving and it’s time to change. In order to meet patient needs, the QEII redevelopment involves moving out of the Centennial and Victoria buildings and into different locations. These will include renovated spaces, expansions, and additions.

    Visit the website

  • Make It Here

    Connecting workers with help to enter the workforce and employers with supports to hire and train.

    Learn more

  • Tourism

    The official tourism website for Nova Scotia, Canada.

    Visit NovaScotia.com

  • Open Data

    Making government data easier to access for individuals, businesses, and researchers.

    Visit data.novascotia.ca

  • Budget 2016-2017

    Budget 2016-2017 focuses on the things that truly matter to Nova Scotians—growth, opportunities for youth, skills and jobs training, education, and health care.

    Review the Budget Highlights

  • Student Assistance

    Nova Scotia graduates can now apply to have government pay the interest on their provincial student loans.

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  • Access Nova Scotia

    Renew your vehicle permit, request a birth, death or marriage certificate, apply for a permit and more.

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