Vaping Permits, Tobacco Tax Hike On The Way in Nova Scotia
Even with the new, higher taxes that $182-million is still lower than last year when the province brought in $205-million in tobacco taxes.
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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.”
N.B.’s Minimum Wage Will Increase 20 Cents To $11.70 An Hour
The rate will be raised April 1, but it will be well below the rate in neighbouring Maritime provinces.
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.
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.
Hug A Forester: The Forest Industry Is Still A Growing Economic Sector
Trees are a useful carbon sink until they reach maturity and then can be harvested for use as wood and paper products, and energy, says David Campbell.
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.
Sharing Economy Services Like Airbnb Help Halifax Boost Tourism In 2019
According to Discover Halifax, the number of nights booked in sharing economy rooms shot up by 33 per cent last year, to a total of 433,894.
Halifax Unemployment Rate Continues To Fall
The new year brought a brightening job market to Halifax, as the number of people looking for work in the city began to drop.
N.S. Tories Will Propose Bill To Accommodate Ride-Sharing Services Like Lyft, Uber
Last month, Halifax city council took a major step when it gave the green light to city staff to prepare rules that would allow ride-hailing companies into the city.
