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Sea Scotia Travel News Archive
February 2006

28-FEB-06 - Jost Vineyards: A Taste of Success - When you think of the great wine-making regions in Canada, what comes to mind? The Niagara Peninsula? The Okanagan?
Hans Christian Jost believes that one day, in the very near future, Nova Scotia will be added to that list. His family's winery, Jost Vineyards, is already making that a reality.
Jost's 1999 Vidal Icewine was named Canada's wine of the year at the All-Canadian Wine Championship held in Ontario in 2000. That's the first time in the 20-year history of this prestigious competition that a winery outside of Ontario or British Columbia has taken first place. Hans Christian believes it won't be the last...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

22-FEB-06 - Sanctuary Review Released - Nova Scotians want more wildlife management areas and improved habitat protection in the currently designated areas, a report by the Department of Natural Resources shows.
Public input was sought as part of a review of the province's existing 26 sanctuaries and wildlife management areas to help determine which areas should be maintained, have boundary changes, be reviewed or eliminated.
"I was impressed by the genuine concern that people had in ensuring that our wildlife resources are properly protected," said Natural Resources Minister Richard Hurlburt. "As a result of these concerns, I can confirm my earlier statements that none of the existing areas would be de-listed. I can also confirm that the major prohibitions for hunting and trapping will also be maintained."...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

20-FEB-06 - Halifax Landmark Celebrated on Heritage Day - A Nova Scotia historic building with ties to a Father of Confederation has received a provincial heritage property designation.
Kelliann Dean, deputy minister of Tourism, Culture and Heritage, unveiled a plaque at Henry House, 1222 Barrington St., Halifax, today, Feb. 20, designating the house a provincially registered heritage property. The event was part of Heritage Day celebrations in Canada.
"We are committed to building upon Nova Scotians' pride in their heritage, by documenting and recognizing our historically significant places," said Ms. Dean. "This former home of William Alexander Henry will take its place among the province's growing list of registered heritage properties."...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

13-FEB-06 - Pictou County Theme Park Gets Boost - A theme park in Pictou County hopes to capture the attention of more summer tourists, thanks to the support of the province.
The province provided a $350,000 loan today, Feb. 13, to help Magic Valley Family Fun Park install new attractions. Located in Greenhill, Pictou Co., the theme park is a key tourism attraction in the area and is a source of employment for local students.
The theme park opened in 1971 and is the largest privately owned amusement park in the province. It is a vital part of the area's economy. Tourism in Pictou County brings more than $40 million in spending annually into the local economy and creates more than 1,100 jobs.
The park owners, Bill and Celeste MacNeil, will use the funding to bring in new rides and attractions, and upgrade the park's facilities...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

13-FEB-06 - Painting Unveiled at Maritime Museum  - A painting that shows a rare glimpse of an icebound Halifax Harbour is the focus of a new display, entitled A Moment Frozen in Time, that opened today, Feb. 13, at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
Painted nearly 150 years ago by a mystery artist known only as Avery, the watercolour depicts the Cunard Line steamer, RMS America, challenging an ice-filled Halifax Harbour.
In the winter of 1859, the city's normally ice-free harbour froze. When RMS America steamed into port on Feb. 14, it made a big impression by successfully smashing through the ice, demonstrating the power and reliability of Cunard's new steam technology...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

8-FEB-06 - Exhibits of Original Art More Accessible to Rural Students - If you can't get the art student to the gallery, why not take the art gallery to the student?
That's the idea behind a new educational outreach program being launched by the Department of Education, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and the Canada Council Art Bank.
Original prints from the likes of the late landscape painter Toni Onley, abstract painter Vera Frenkel and 15 other artists will be on exhibit to public school students and community members in museums and school houses around Nova Scotia.
The first exhibit opens today, Feb. 8, at the Queens County Museum in Liverpool. Exhibits are also planned this school year for Amherst Regional High School and Cape Breton University in Sydney in the weeks ahead...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

8-FEB-06 - Sport Fishing Survey Launched - Nova Scotia anglers will be invited to participate in a national sport fish survey this month.
The 2005 Survey of Recreational Fishing in Canada, co-ordinated by the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans, will be sent to randomly selected anglers. The survey will gather data on trends in species sought, catch rates, angler preferences, and spending habits...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

2-FEB-06 - Road Weight Restrictions On Again Province Wide - Provincial road weight restrictions will be put back in place effective 6 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 4, in all counties throughout Nova Scotia.
The weight restrictions are necessary because mild temperatures and a lack of frost in the ground are making provincial roads more susceptible to damage from heavy trucks.
Department of Transportation and Public Works staff are monitoring provincial roads to determine their level of frost and have been lifting restrictions whenever possible...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

2-FEB-06 - African Heritage Month - Nova Scotians will have several opportunities to celebrate African Heritage Month during the month of February.
The opening ceremonies, hosted and organized by the Black History Month committee, kick off the month and will be held at 7 p.m. today, Feb. 2, at the Halifax North Branch Memorial Public Library on 2285 Gottingen St.
A document signed by Barry Barnet, Minister of African Nova Scotian Affairs and Premier John Hamm proclaiming February as African Heritage Month, will be presented.
"African Heritage Month is an opportunity to reflect upon the unique and significant history of Black settlements in Nova Scotia and to acknowledge those who continue to make valuable contributions to the rich social and cultural identity of our province," said Mr. Barnet...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

1-FEB-06 - Canada-U.S. Delegation Makes Case Against New Border ID Requirement  - Security at the Canada-U.S. border must be carefully guarded, but the economic stability and viability of Eastern Canada and the northeastern U.S. must also be protected, say members of a joint delegation responding to an American proposal for passport-type identification cards.
Nova Scotia House Of Assembly Speaker Murray Scott and Opposition Leader Darrell Dexter are among members of the Canada-U.S. delegation who are in Washington today, Feb. 1, to voice concerns over the U.S. proposal that would require travellers to carry the passport-type ID cards when they cross the Canada-U.S. border.
The provincial and state officials say the ID requirement will be costly and will cause economic damage to the travel and tourism industries in both countries...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...