Rapid Testing Continues In Halifax, Aimed At Bar And Restaurant Staff And Patrons
The government is encouraging anyone who has worked at a bar or restaurant past 10 pm in the HRM to sign up for a rapid test, even if they don’t have symptoms.
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Will Halifax Gyms Survive Another Shutdown?
Owners of Halifax fitness facilities say the government doesn’t realize many modern gyms operate on models that are safe and not great risks of spreading Covid-19.
New, $5,000 Grant For N.S. Businesses Hit By Public Health Restrictions
The money will support small, independently-owned businesses such as bars, restaurants, and gyms that as of today are no longer allowed to stay open.
Rent Increases Capped At Two Percent Per Year In Nova Scotia
Landlords will also be unable to evict tenants to do renovations. These measures will be in place until February 2022, or until the state of emergency is lifted.
Halifax Allocates $8.7-Million For Affordable Housing Projects
The HRM Council voted to fund projects through three non-profits: the Mi’kmaq Friendship Centre, Adsum Women and Children, and the North End Community Health Association.
N.S. To Make Announcement On ‘Protections For Renters’
Nova Scotia’s Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister, Chuck Porter, will be making an announcement Wednesday regarding the protection of renters in the province.
Severe Shutdowns, Restrictions Imposed In Halifax As Province Records 37 Covid Cases In One Day
The Halifax area is going back into strict lockdown as the Covid-19 wave causes a surge in new cases.
Saint John Councillor Welcomes Ride-Sharing Legislation
The provincial legislation introduced last week would allow companies like Uber and Lyft to operate in New Brunswick.
7 Peppers Returns To Quinpool After ‘Renoviction’ Forces Shutdown
A popular Mediterranean restaurant is returning to Halifax after more than a year’s absence.
Saint John Region Goes Back To ‘Orange’ Phase Of Recovery
There are currently 51 active Covid-19 cases across the province, with one person in the hospital. Nine new cases were reported today, with two cases in the Moncton region, and seven in the Saint John area.
