Have Provinces Done Enough To Support Small Businesses? The CFIB Says No
During the pandemic, small businesses have been relying, largely, on federal government programs to survive.
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Podcast: Allen Lau On Wattpad’s Accelerated Growth And Why He’s Eager To Hop On A Plane Again
On the latest episode of the Huddle “Home Office” podcast, Mark Leger chats with the co-founder and CEO about Wattpad being acquired by a South Korean company for more than $600-million (U.S.) and its plans for accelerated growth of the company and its Halifax headquarters.
Sour Me Sweet Confectionary Opens In North End Halifax
Among the confections are exotic Kit Kat flavours (key lime pie, anyone?), four types of Mountain Dew, pickle-flavoured cotton candy, some A&W dessert topper, and even hunks of chocolate made to look like marijuana.
N.S. Crane Operators Vote To Strike, Other Trade Unions May Follow
If crane operators go on strike, it could mean serious delays on major developments in the booming city of Halifax.
N.S. Government Says Next Reopening Stage Won’t Happen Before June 16
Phase 2 includes in-restaurant dining, higher capacity at stores, and indoor gathering limits up to 10 people without physical distancing and masks.
Free Parking And Fewer Tickets Are Part Of Halifax’s Plan To Bring Shoppers Back Downtown
The Halifax Regional Municipality will spend close to $200,000 on several initiatives designed to bring people back downtown and support downtown businesses.
Travellers Can Now Access Covid-19 Testing At Halifax Airport
This new testing option does not replace the requirement to self-isolate for 14 days even if passengers receive a negative test result.
N.S. Businesswoman Uses Podcasting As Therapy During Pandemic
Truro businesswoman Sam Madore, who suffers from anxiety and depression, decided to do something productive and therapeutic with her lockdown time, launching a podcast called, “Let Me Overthink About It.”
Cooke Aquaculture Virtual Tour Documents ‘Egg to Plate’ Process
The Atlantic Canadian company kicked off World Oceans Day on June 8 with the release of the first two videos in a series that showcases its operations to community members and customers.
Athens Set To Close After 40 Years In Halifax
A staple in the Halifax restaurant scene is closing its doors for good.
