Hundreds Gather In Halifax In Support Of Pipeline Protests
There have been protests and demonstrations across the country, including the blockade that prompted CN Rail to shut down its trains in Eastern Canada.
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Volta Has $25,000 For Risk-Takers With ‘Bold Ideas’
The Halifax startup incubator launches its pitch competition that gives budding entrepreneurs the opportunity to get up on stage and tell the world how they plan to change it.
Trucking Companies ‘Overbooked’ But Still Worried About Rail Shutdown
Maritime trucking companies have been busier than ever over the past few weeks. However, most will tell you they are far from happy about it.
N.S. Supreme Court Hears First Nation Appeal Of Alton Gas Project
The Sipekne’katik First Nation says it wasn’t properly consulted about an underground natural gas storage project near the Shubenacadie River. The government says it was “deep and meaningful.”
Canteen Owners to Open ‘Neighbourhood Pub’ in Dartmouth
Former Top Chef Canada contestant Renée Lavallée and her husband Doug Townsend will open Town’s End Tavern on Portland Street, right across the road from their popular downtown restaurant.
CN Rail Shutdown Halting Propane Deliveries To Maritimes
Rail service in Eastern Canada has screeched to a halt as First Nations demonstrators refuse to dismantle blockades that are keeping many of the country’s trains from moving.
Maritime Cities Growing Faster Than National Average
Immigration has been the driving force of the growing economies in cities like Halifax, Moncton, Saint John and Fredericton.
Nova Scotia Pumps Another $13.5-Million Into Forestry Transition Fund
A $50-million transition fund is designed to help the forestry industry survive the Northern Pulp mill’s shutdown.
Nova Scotia Premier Announces Business Tax Cuts
Stephen McNeil says his government will cut the corporate tax rate from 16 to 14 percent and the small business tax rate from 3 to 2.5 percent.
Northern Pulp Officials Say They Plan To Reopen Nova Scotia Mill In The Future
The company general manager said a lot still needs to happen before the mill can start running again – including an environmental assessment – but that management remains “committed to Nova Scotia,” and is working with the provincial government to get everything in order.
