Did you get your COVID vaccine on or before May 20? You can now re-book dose 2
I had my 1st dose on May 20 so I've been waiting for this announcement! Nova Scotians who received their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine on or before May 20 and are scheduled to receive their second dose on or before September 2 can now resc...
Jun 25, 2021
Update on the 77 dogs surrendered to the SPCA from a Cape Breton home
The SPCA has shared an update on the dogs & puppies that were surrendered to them from a property in Cape Breton back in April. 33 of the dogs have found their forever homes! The others will remain under SPCA care for further rehabilita...
Jun 23, 2021
No more fees for Nova Scotia ferries!
The government has removed the fees for using all intra-provincial ferries. Fees had ranged from $7-$10. While that's not a huge saving to people who only occasionally take a ferry, those that use it frequently will for sure be pleased with...
Jun 22, 2021
ParticipAction Community Better Challenge
ParticipAction is hosting a Community challenge for the month of June. The ParticipACTION Community Better Challenge is a national physical activity initiative that encourages Canadians to get active in search of Canada's Most Active Commun...
Jun 21, 2021
Free admission to NS museums for July & August
The Province is waiving admission fees for the 28 provincial museums for the months of July & August! Cape Breton Island Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village Experience Nova Scotia's Gaelic culture, heritage and hospitality at t...
Jun 18, 2021
Cooking bacon in the oven
If I'm cooking bacon, the oven is my preferred method. So easy & pretty much foolproof (which is what I need when I cook, trust me!) Also: No messy grease splatters & you don't have to stand over the frying pan. Preheat the oven to ...
Jun 16, 2021
Re-opening NS Phase 2 begins June 16
Nova Scotia is on track to enter into Phase 2 of the re-opening plan tomorrow. Moving to phase 2 is based on COVID-19 activity, hospitalizations and vaccination rates. New things you can do Businesses and services Personal and wellness serv...
Jun 15, 2021
Where are the best beaches in Nova Scotia?
We are truly blessed to live in a province with some of the best beaches. The Quad Counties alone have some that could be mistaken for a southern location. novascotia.com has compiled a list of the top 5 best beaches in NS: Melmerby Beach ...
Jun 11, 2021
Bluenose II 2021 sail past season schedule
The Bluenose will be doing another sail past tour this summer. Here is the schedule (subject to change depending on conditions) Transit Wednesday June 9 At Sea Transit Thursday June 10 At Sea North Sydney Friday June 11 At Anchor North Sydn...
Jun 08, 2021
Keeping your pets safe in the heat
We always hear warnings about how dangerous hot cars are for animals when they are left inside. For example, when the outside temperature is 24 degrees, after 10 minutes, the inside of your car can heat up to 34 degrees. After 30 minutes, i...
Jun 08, 2021
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