Nova Scotia declares provincewide shutdown amid surge of COVID-19 cases theglobeandmail.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from theglobeandmail.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Municipal Innovation Projects Announced
NOTE: A list of approved projects follows this release.
The Nova Scotia government is announcing the first investments under a new program that supports municipalities working together on economic development and planning projects.
Four projects involving 17 municipalities will receive a total of $686,000 in provincial investment under the Municipal Innovation Program.
“Nova Scotians want to live in communities that are vibrant and sustainable, and more collaboration between local governments can help make the places we call home stronger,” said Municipal Affairs Minister Brendan Maguire. “It is clear from conversations with local leaders that our communities can be more successful if we share our ideas and efforts with our neighbours.”
Unifying message: Residents reflect on the meaning of 'Nova Scotia Strong' atlantic.ctvnews.ca - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from atlantic.ctvnews.ca Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia invest $733,000 in accessible sports infrastructure that will benefit all Cape Breton miragenews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from miragenews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Change to Legislation Modernizes Municipal Operations
April 8, 2021 - 11:09 AM
Government is amending the Municipal Government Act and the Halifax Regional Municipality Charter to modernize local government operations.
The change announced today, April 8, will allow municipalities and villages to hold virtual council meetings. The amendment also increases accessibility for citizens to publicly participate and view council meetings. Due to the pandemic, we recognized that virtual council meetings should be an option for municipalities and villages, said Brendan Maguire, Minister of Municipal Affairs. “We’ve listened to municipalities. Those interested in continuing this practice will be able to meet virtually after the state of emergency has been lifted.”