By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 17, 2026 11:32 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The federal Fisheries Department has accused seven people in Nova Scotia of unauthorized fishing after its officers seized 3,800 kilograms of fish in southeastern Cape Breton earlier this month. The department says the…
A Halifax woman says she has no place to live after returning home from work last week to find crews demolishing her apartment building. Shailagh Benteau, who says she was awaiting a decision from the Residential Tenancies Program when demolition began, stood outside her apartment of seven years on Tuesday afternoon and watched the destruction…
Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. More options and the reluctance of Canadians to travel to the U.S. have helped drive a major increase in transatlantic passenger…
The latest in a long string of reports and studies shows Halifax continues to be a tough place for renters. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) rental market update shows the city is diverging from trends seen in other cities, and features low vacancy rates and high rents. Residents say it’s no surprise. “I…
A downtown Halifax business association says safety concerns are growing and they’re worried what that means for the longevity and sustainability of the area. Spring Garden Road is known as a shopping destination and busy hub, but an increase in retail theft and loitering complaints is putting that reputation at risk. “We know that the…
Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Latest numbers show Halifax remains one of Canada’s toughest markets for apartment rentals, featuring the lowest vacancy rate, the lowest turnover…
Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Halifax’s historic lesbian and gay club, The Turret, is being honoured through Canada Post’s Places of Pride stamp series. Opened in…
Irving Shipyard in Halifax officially began construction of the first of Canada’s 15 new River-class destroyers with a ceremony that brought together thousands of tradespeople and dignitaries Friday. The keel-laying ceremony also recognized other milestones, such as the delivery and launch of the country’s final Arctic and offshore patrol ship. “Fifteen years ago, the Government…
Tough times for Nova Scotians are continuing amid the high cost of living, according to local food banks, and the summer months will bring unique challenges. Feed Nova Scotia has experienced a 50 per cent increase in demand for its services since 2019. “We’ve just never seen this level of need across the province.” said…
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The union representing striking long-term care employees in Nova Scotia says workers at St. Vincent’s Nursing Home in Halifax, which is part of the lead bargaining unit, have ratified their new tentative agreement. All other striking CUPE locals will hold their own ratification votes in the coming…