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Sea Scotia Travel News Archive
November 2005

28-NOV-05 - Cape Breton Heritage Reception Set for Dec. 7 - People of Cape Breton Island can learn how to register their homes as heritage properties and hear presentations about historic places, at a public heritage reception on Wednesday, Dec. 7, in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM).
Representatives from the Department of Tourism, Culture and Heritage and municipal heritage planners will be on hand to provide information about registering properties and municipal heritage conservation districts...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

24-NOV-05 - Cape Breton Heritage Reception Set for Dec. 7 - People of Cape Breton Island can learn how to register their homes as heritage properties and hear presentations about historic places, at a public heritage reception on Wednesday, Dec. 7, in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM).
Representatives from the Department of Tourism, Culture and Heritage and municipal heritage planners will be on hand to provide information about registering properties and municipal heritage conservation districts...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

24-NOV-05 - Government and Community Restore Minas Basin Salt Marshes - Two salt marshes off the Minas Basin will once again teem with life thanks to co-operative restoration projects undertaken by the provincial and federal governments and a variety of partners.
The Nova Scotia Department of Transportation and Public Works, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Ecology Action Centre, Ducks Unlimited Canada, and a number of local residents and community organizations are working together on two projects to restore 37 hectares (91 acres) of salt marsh in Hants County...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

24-NOV-05 - Canada, Nova Scotia and Halifax to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions - A joint government project will use natural gas to power a number of buildings in Halifax, bringing a cleaner source of energy into the city and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The project was announced today, Nov. 24, by Cecil Clarke, Minister of Energy, Stéphane Dion, federal Minister of the Environment, John McCallum, Minister of National Revenue and Minister of Natural Resources Canada, and Peter Kelly, mayor of the Halifax Regional Municipality...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

23-NOV-05 - Work Continues for Nova Scotia to Host 2011 Canada Games - Four groups are continuing to prepare to bid to host the 2011 Canada Winter Games in Nova Scotia.
The bid groups in the Highland region, central Nova Scotia, the Annapolis Valley and Halifax anticipated that the formal bid process for identifying a host community would begin this fall, with the host announced in the spring of 2006. Those timelines have changed and were communicated to the bid committees on Nov. 15.
The reason for the delay is that federal/provincial/territorial ministers responsible for physical activity, sport and recreation must review and approve a new financial framework that outlines operating and capital costs contributed by governments. The new framework is expected to be approved at their annual meeting in June 2006...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

17-NOV-05 - Draft School Food and Nutrition Policy Discussed - The majority of Nova Scotians who responded to the province's draft food and nutrition policy agree steps must be taken to provide better nutritional choices for students in schools.
The draft policy, which recommends removing unhealthy food choices from vending machines and cafeterias, underwent a five-week consultation between Sept. 15 and Oct. 21. This consultation was in addition to the input received from the provincial policy working group which developed the draft policy over the past school year...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

17-NOV-05 - Recreational Fishing Advisory Council Meetings to Be Held - Nova Scotia anglers are invited to discuss angling regulations and provide input on sportfishing issues in their area at meetings throughout the province in November and December.
Chris d'Entremont, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, announced the Recreational Fishing Advisory Council meetings today, Nov. 17.
The meetings are open to the public and give representatives from the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries an opportunity to share information on research, fish stocking programs, education and extension programs, and discuss regulatory issues...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

16-NOV-05 - Task Force to Hold Public Meetings in the South Shore Region - The Voluntary Planning Task Force on Heritage will hold public meetings across the province.
The task force will consult with Nova Scotians to find out what they value most about heritage including the aspects of it they want to see celebrated and protected. Some of the things the task force may consider, for example, include: all types of archives; historic places and buildings; museums; natural heritage; and language, folklore and traditions.
The following meetings will take place in the south shore region of Nova Scotia from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

14-NOV-05 - Conference Celebrates Innovative Communities - Nova Scotians are taking the future into their own hands. Whether converting a military base that has outlived its role, breathing new life into seasonal industry, or attracting and keeping new immigrants, Nova Scotia communities are taking innovative approaches to their development.
Provincial and federal governments recognize the importance of fostering and supporting such innovative best practices -- and learning from others. The Nova Scotia Office of Economic Development and the Atlantic Canadian Opportunities Agency are co-sponsoring a conference, Celebrating Innovative Communities and Awards, to showcase successful communities...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

14-NOV-05 - Province Buys Coastline Property - More coastal land will be preserved for the enjoyment of Nova Scotians and tourists in the future thanks to the province's purchase of about 30 hectares (74 acres) of property at Cape George, Antigonish Co.
The $585,000 property, which borders St. Georges Bay, is bounded to the south by Cape George Point Park and is adjacent to the Cape George Lighthouse -- a prominent tourist attraction.
Health Minister Angus MacIsaac is announcing the province's purchase today, Nov. 15, on behalf of Natural Resources Minister Richard Hurlburt...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

14-NOV-05 - Christmas Tree Ready for Boston - It's a 34-year-old tradition rooted in Nova Scotia's appreciation to its neighbours. Each Christmas since 1971, Nova Scotia has presented a giant evergreen tree to the people of Boston in appreciation for the emergency assistance they provided to our region following the Halifax Explosion in 1917.
This year, the tree is a 14.6-metre (48-foot) white spruce provided by Donald and Annette Hatt of Beech Hill, Lunenburg Co.
At an event that will be attended by about 100 children from Gold River Elementary and Chester Middle schools, the tree is being felled today, Nov. 15, by Nova Scotia Power, and secured to a truck by forestry students of the Nova Scotia Community College (Bridgewater campus)...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

14-NOV-05 - Tourism Remains A Billion-Dollar Business - Tourism in Nova Scotia remains a billion-dollar-plus business, employing more than 33,000 people despite a number of challenges.
"The 2006 tourism plan for the province will focus on such things as improving transportation links to the province and continuing to improve and develop our major tourism attractions while creating new experiences," said Rodney MacDonald, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Heritage. "The province will also explore opportunities for marketing in new areas, such as western Canada, China and Europe."
The year-end 2005 statistics and 2006 plan were released today, Nov. 14, during the Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia's (TIANS) annual conference and trade show in Halifax...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

14-NOV-05 - Province Helping Deck the Trees With LEDs - The province is helping 18 municipalities deck their trees with light emitting diode (LED) holiday lights to show Nova Scotians how they can save energy costs this holiday season.
"Nova Scotians can make smart choices to cut their holiday lighting bills by as much as 90 per cent simply by converting to LEDs," said Energy Minister Cecil Clarke. "We're partnering with these municipalities to help demonstrate the energy efficiency, the cost savings, and the practicality of LEDs to Nova Scotians."
Under the agreement, the Department of Energy is investing $21,500 to pay half the conversion costs for energy efficient, LED holiday lights in each of the 18 municipalities. Mr. Clarke said that, although the lights are more expensive to purchase than traditional incandescent lights, the municipalities will benefit because the lights quickly pay for themselves through energy savings...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

10-NOV-05 - Nova Scotians Pay Tribute to Veterans - Nova Scotians young and old, from all walks of life, are finding heartfelt, innovative ways to mark the Year of the Veteran in Nova Scotia, Premier John Hamm said today, Nov. 10.
"This has been an extraordinary year for paying tribute to our veterans and how they sacrificed so that future generations could live in a free society," said Premier Hamm. "I urge all Nova Scotians to continue that spirit every day of every year, and in particular on Remembrance Day, Friday, Nov. 11, by pausing for a few moments to reflect on the sacrifice and heroism of our veterans."...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

9-NOV-05 - Keep the Heat Applications Now Available - Low-income Nova Scotians may now apply for assistance under the province's Keep the Heat program.
More than 25,000 application packages have been sent to recipients of last year's program, and others who feel they may be eligible are encouraged to apply, said Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations Minister Barry Barnet.
Keep the Heat offers a cash rebate of $250 for eligible applicants who heat their homes with oil or propane. For those who heat with electricity, wood, coal, wood pellets or natural gas, a $100 rebate is available...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

9-NOV-05 - Mining Conference to be Held in Halifax - Gold mining in Nova Scotia and its history, geology, and impact will be the special focus at the Department of Natural Resources Mining Matters conference in Halifax on Wednesday, Nov. 9, and Thursday, Nov. 10.
The conference will provide a forum for geologists, prospectors, and people involved in community economic development across the province to discuss the role of mineral resources in the province's economic growth...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

7-NOV-05 - More Funding for Home Repairs - Low-income Nova Scotians will get help financing home repairs thanks to an additional $2 million in funding. Nova Scotia has some of the highest rates of home ownership in the country, and some of the oldest homes.
To qualify for housing repair program grants, total household income must be below set income thresholds. Eligible household income levels are determined by where an applicant lives in Nova Scotia and by household size...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

4-NOV-05 - New Heritage Property in Annapolis Valley - A historic cemetery in the Annapolis Valley is the most recent property to receive a provincial heritage property designation.
David Morse, Minister of Community Services, unveiled a plaque at Morse Cemetery in Carleton Corner, Annapolis Co., today, Nov. 4, on behalf of Rodney MacDonald, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Heritage...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

3-NOV-05 - Tall Ships Will Be Back in 2007 and 2009 - In 2004, they brought more than 500,000 visitors, an $18.2-million boost to the economy and 550 jobs to Nova Scotia --and Tall Ships are coming back in 2007 and 2009.
Waterfront Development Corporation Limited has signed agreements with two separate groups so Nova Scotians can welcome Tall Ships' sailors, crew and ships to Halifax Harbour in 2007 and again in 2009...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...

1-NOV-05 - Off-highway Vehicle Act Changes Proposed - The government has introduced legislation to further restrict the use of off-highway vehicles and help safeguard Nova Scotians.
The restrictions are consistent with the recommendations of the Voluntary Planning Task Force on Off-highway Vehicles in that they allow 14- and 15-year-olds to operate an off-highway vehicle only if:
-- they are directly supervised by (in the company of, and within the sight of) a parent or guardian at all times while operating the vehicle;
-- they and their parent or guardian have successfully completed off-highway vehicle safety training ordered by the regulations...
Province of Nova Scotia website full article text...