Starting 16 May 2024, the fine for violating daily burn restrictions is $25,000. Daily burn restrictions also now apply to provincial, municipal and private campgrounds (National parks are under the ...

Weather observations are collected at 12:00 local standard time.

Some Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration information is on the old website (you’re on the old website now).

The Smoke-free Places Act applies to all combustibles, including tobacco, cannabis, e-cigarettes, and waterpipes. Municipalities may pass bylaws that put additional restrictions in place. The stricter ...

Employers must apply to Labour Standards for an employer registration certificate to recruit and hire foreign workers in Nova Scotia. There is no fee to apply. The foreign worker will be employed by a ...

Some Department of Finance and Treasury Board information is on the old website (you're on the old website now).

Some Department of Community Services information is on the old website (you’re on the old website now).

Forests play a vital role in our province. They provide fresh air, food, medicine, timber for construction, fuel wood for heat, jobs for rural communities, recreational opportunities, and much more.

Search is available for employees only, details of offices or programs are not available. A search can be carried out using any combination of Lastname and/or ...

Installing, replacing, or altering a system in Nova Scotia must only be completed by individuals recognized under the On-site Sewage Disposal Systems Regulations. This includes pumping of systems and ...

Some Executive Council Office information is on the old website (you're on the old website now).

The Labour Standards legislation sets out the minimum employment rules in Nova Scotia that employers and employees have to follow. It also sets out rules specific to the recruitment of workers and the ...