A new report is calling on provincial governments in Atlantic Canada to do more to bridge a gap between what people earn and what they need to pay for their …
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Nova Scotia school support staff want a say in addressing school violence
Unionized support workers in Nova Scotia’s public schools are pushing for improvements to deal with rising school violence, weeks before students are to return to the classroom. During a news …
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Ontario, Nova Scotia partner to boost mobility for workers in skilled trades
Ontario and Nova Scotia have joined forces in a new initiative aimed at enhancing the mobility of skilled tradespeople between the two provinces, addressing labour shortages in critical sectors such …
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Nova Scotia court rules it has jurisdiction in wrongful dismissal case against U.K.-based company
In a decision that highlights the complexities of modern employment relationships and the implications of global corporate structures, the court found that Expro North Sea Ltd., despite being a U.K.-based …
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Union agrees in principle to Postmedia’s $1-million bid for Atlantic newspaper chain
Postmedia’s $1-million bid to acquire Atlantic Canada’s largest newspaper chain will not be held up by the main union that represents workers at SaltWire Network Inc. and The Halifax Herald …
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Nova Scotia judge to decide fate of Atlantic Canada’s largest newspaper chain
A Nova Scotia judge is expected to decide Thursday whether to approve Postmedia’s $1-million bid to acquire Atlantic Canada’s largest newspaper chain. The court hearing in Halifax follows intense negotiations …
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Nova Scotia has introduced new mandatory training requirements for all bar staff serving alcohol in the province’s 2,400 licensed establishments, aiming to enhance safety and responsible alcohol service. Starting Dec. …
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Nova Scotia launches incentive program for journeypersons mentoring apprentices
Certified trades professionals in Nova Scotia who mentor apprentices can now receive up to $2,500 through a new government initiative. The Journeyperson Financial Incentive Program aims to bolster the number …
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Small businesses, individuals impacted by Nova Scotia flash foods can apply for financial assistance
Residents of Nova Scotia affected by recent flash flooding in the Annapolis Valley and surrounding areas are now eligible to apply for disaster financial assistance to cover uninsurable losses. “This …
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FeaturedWorkplace Safety & OHS
Nova Scotia aligns workplace hazard regulations with national WHMIS standards
Nova Scotia has updated its workplace hazardous materials regulations to align with the national Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), ensuring consistency with other provinces and territories. The updated Workplace …