N.S. Cosmetologists Frustrated After Being Excluded From Grant Program
Jo-Anne Rector of Simplicity Nail Studio in Halifax says she had 12 cancellations last week. She’s one of many cosmetologists struggling as Covid-19 surges through the province.
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N.B. Cosmetologists Feel Singled Out By Level 3 Restrictions
More than 8,000 registered cosmetologists in New Brunswick own their businesses and many are sole practitioners, single parents, or sole income-earners for their families.
Ottawa, N.S. Agree To Reduce Child Care Fees By 25 Per Cent
Nova Scotia’s plan to have $10-a-day child care is moving forward ahead of schedule with the province announcing Friday that child care fees will be significantly reduced by April 1.
Cargo Tonnage Up Year-Over-Year At Port Saint John
The Port saw significant increases across cargo sectors, some as much as 123 per cent.
Trucking Association Says Reversal On Vaccine Mandate Could Cause Shipping Delays
Unvaccinated truck drivers will need to quarantine after all when crossing the border from the U.S.
Riverview Radiologic Technologist Pivots to Increasingly Popular Quilting Business
Vickie Quigley watched demand for quilting supplies and services jump in the months after purchasing The Covered Bridge Quiltery.
N.S. Review Committee Recommends Dramatic Increases To Minimum Wage
Premier Tim Houston has yet to make a decision, but his ‘inclination’ is to accept the recommendation that the minimum wage gradually increases to $15 an hour by 2024.
Dalhousie Economics Professor Says Inflation Rates Should Drop
The inflation rate in January is 4.7 per cent, the highest rate seen in nearly two decades.
How N.B.’s New Unclaimed Property Program Will Find Your Misplaced Money
Holders are now encouraged to help reconnect unclaimed property with rightful owners.
‘I Really Hate To Take This Next Step’: N.B. Moving To Level 3 Of Covid Winter Plan
Premier Blaine Higgs said the province will enter Level 3 of the plan at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, on the advice of public health officials.
