News, Info and Updates

UPDATE: Missing youths located safe:

August 7, 2023, New Minas, Nova Scotia…Kings District RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Lola Agius and 11-year-old Chenine Pulsifer, who were last seen together in the New Minas/Kentville area on August 6.

Lola is described as 5-foot, 150lbs and has brown shoulder length hair. She was last seen wearing black shorts, a black or green sweater and she had a blue backpack with her.

Chenine is described as 5-foot-2, 100lbs, has shoulder length red hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing black shorts and a black hoodie.

Kings District RCMP, with assistance from the Kentville Police Service, have checked numerous addresses and are in contact with missing youths’ respective families. Both youths are believed to be with friends and people that they know.

When someone goes missing, it has deep and far-reaching impacts for the person and those that know them. We ask that people spread the word through social media respectfully.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Lola Agius or Chenine Pulsifer is asked to contact Kings District RCMP at 902-679-5555. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

7:10am notice.

Highway 102 is closed outbound at Hammonds Plains Road Exit 3B to Exit 4A due to a motor vehicle collision.

Estimated re-opening at 9 AM.

Police are responding to an incident in the 1500 block of Lower Water Street in Halifax. We ask members of the public to avoid the area to allow police to conduct the investigation.  There is no threat to public safety. An update will be provided when available.

Nova Scotians in search of an affordable space to rent now have more options and support.

The Province’s partnership with online home-sharing platform Happipad – launched in in the spring to help people displaced by wildfires – is now available to people across the province. The government is investing $1.3 million over two years in the expansion.

“We all have a role to play as we work together to overcome this housing crisis, and today’s announcement is a call to action to all Nova Scotians who may have extra space in their homes to consider hosting a person or family in their home,” said Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister John Lohr. “We know we have 130,000 vacant bedrooms in Nova Scotia, and through this expanded program, more people like students, healthcare workers, tradespersons and any others who may need a safe, affordable and comfortable short-term accommodation could be matched with a room. This partnership truly encompasses the hospitable nature of all Nova Scotians.”

Happipad does thorough background checks, matches renters with hosts, collects and distributes the rent, and provides dispute resolution support in case of host or renter concerns. Staff in Nova Scotia will provide user support.

Rents through Happipad are typically at rates below those of other rentals. Happipad users also report meaningful social connections, with options to share meals and other household activities.

People seeking a room and potential hosts can access the new service at: https://happipad.com/nova-scotia/

Quick Facts:
— Happipad, a Canadian non-profit organization, started with help from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation and offers services in every province
— the $1.3-million provincial investment is shared equally between Advanced Education, Seniors and Long-Term Care and Municipal Affairs and Housing
— there are an estimated 130,000 empty bedrooms across the province
— all homeowners and renters will be subject to background checks
— the Residential Tenancies Act applies to all rentals

Additional Resources:
Promotional video for Happipad in Nova Scotia with host interview: https://youtu.be/aiKWGthRzWM

News release – Help Finding Housing for People Displaced by Wildfires: https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20230616009

With the upcoming long weekend, Halifax Regional Police is providing some tips to help everyone safely enjoy the events in our region.

There are a number of events this weekend including:

• Halifax Busker Festival
• African Nova Scotian Music Association ‘Freedom Festival’ Concert
• Union of Black Artists Society (UBAS) Block Party
• The Macdonald Bridge Walk
• Dartmouth Natal Day Road Race
• The Pepsi Natal Day Parade

To learn more about the line-up of events and festivities this Natal Day weekend, visit: https://www.natalday.org.

Some of the events involve street closures and HRP will have officers performing traffic control at a number of locations to help keep everyone safe. Please plan ahead and expect delays.

Here are some more tips to help everyone safely celebrate Natal Day:

• Plan ahead. Check the event’s website to ensure you’re familiar with the venue, its location and the amenities it has to offer.
• Drink lots of water and wear sunscreen and a hat if the event is outside. Find a shaded place or go inside to cool down in warm sunny weather.
• Stay safe this summer when including your pet in activities. Never leave your pet unattended in parked cars. Carry water and extra snacks for your pet and always ensure they have a shady place to get out of the sun.
• If possible, take public transportation. These events draw large crowds, causing heavy traffic and making parking difficult.
• If you drink, don’t drive. Alcohol will be served at some of our summer festivals, so it is important to have a designated driver, or take a taxi, ride sharing service or public transportation if you plan to indulge.
• Many boaters enjoy summer events from the harbour. Please boat responsibly and appoint a designated ‘skipper.’ Remember that penalties for impaired boating are the same as impaired driving on the road.
• If you witness impaired driving or impaired boating, call 911 immediately.
• For parades, ensure you stay back from the parade vehicles. Stay on one side of the street and don’t run across between floats.
• In addition to organized events some citizens may celebrate in other ways. If it involves fireworks, please make yourself aware of the risks and responsibilities and be mindful of your neighbors, the environment and our four-legged friends. More information on fireworks safety and regulations is available at: https://www.halifax.ca/fire-police/fire/fire-prevention-safety/fireworks
• If you are planning a trip this weekend, remember to secure your home before you leave. Ensure windows and doors are locked and consider leaving a light on.

It’s easy for little ones to become lost in the midst of a large crowd. Here are a few simple steps parents/guardians can take to help keep their children safe:

• When you arrive at an event, agree on a meeting place in case you get separated.
• Don’t allow your child to go to a public washroom or concession stand alone.
• Carry an up-to-date picture and make note of what your child is wearing.

Here’s to a safe and fun-filled long weekend!

A new EHS (Emergency Health Services) LifeFlight airplane will soon transport non-critical care patients from Yarmouth and Sydney to Halifax for tests and treatment.

The new service will free up ambulances and paramedics for local emergency calls – reducing wait times – and save patients hours of travel by road.

“The demand on emergency health services is growing and the best place for ambulances and paramedics to be is in their communities, helping people when an emergency strikes,” said Michelle Thompson, Minister of Health and Wellness. “This new plane will also drastically reduce the time it takes for patients to access the healthcare they need and return home sooner.”

Travelling by plane from Yarmouth or Sydney to Halifax will take about an hour, compared with about five hours by ambulance. It will also be more comfortable for patients.

The plane will carry two to four patients per trip and begin service next week with three round trips daily. That means up to 12 ambulances a day will be staying in communities.

The Province’s contract with PAL Aerospace for one airplane for critical care transports has been amended to include this second plane, a specially outfitted PAL Beech 1900 turboprop.

Quick Facts:

• The projected cost of this new service is $5.9 million per year
• The number of daily round trips is expected to increase from three over time
• EHS LifeFlight’s critical care aircraft (one plane and two helicopters) complete about 1,200 air medical missions each year

Additional Resources:
EHS LifeFlight: https://ehslifeflight.ca/

Action for Health, the government’s plan to improve healthcare.

NEW WORK

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ANTIGONISH COUNTY: Cloverville Road, Cloverville

Cloverville Road, 150 metres south of Walsh Post Road, will be closed for a culvert replacement from Monday, August 7, until Thursday, August 31.

Detour signs are in place.

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CONTINUING WORK

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ANTIGONISH COUNTY: Salt Springs Brook Bridge, Trunk 7

Salt Springs Brook Bridge on Trunk 7, about four kilometres south of the Town of Antigonish, is reduced to one lane until further notice for repairs.

Temporary traffic signals are in place.

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ANTIGONISH COUNTY: Trunk 4, Antigonish

Trunk 4 will be closed, except to local traffic, between James and Church streets until September 16 for construction of a roundabout.

Detour signs are in place.

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CAPE BRETON REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Highway 105, North Sydney

The intersection of Highway 105 and Tobin Road is reduced to one lane for roadwork until August 14.

Traffic control is on-site. Work takes place on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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CAPE BRETON REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Sydney River Bridge, Sydney River

Sydney River Bridge on Keltic Drive is reduced to one lane until August 28.

Work takes place weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. During evenings and weekends, temporary condition signs, such as uneven lane surface, will be posted.

Traffic control is in place. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to take an alternate route.

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COLCHESTER COUNTY: Donaldson Bridge, French River

Donaldson Bridge on Lake Road, about three kilometres west of Tatamagouche, is closed until further notice.

The detours are on Trout Brook Road and Cooper Road.

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COLCHESTER COUNTY: Old Truro Road, Tatamagouche

Old Truro Road, from Kennedy Hill intersection to the Cross Road in North River, is closed until further notice due to a large culvert failure.

A detour is in place.

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COLCHESTER COUNTY: Salmon River Bridge, Truro
 
Salmon River Bridge, on Highway 102 between exits 14 and 14A, is reduced to one lane northbound until October for work on the bridge decking.
 
Traffic control is on-site. Work takes place weekdays from sunrise to sunset.

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COLCHESTER COUNTY: Slade Road, Tatamagouche

Slade Road is closed between Lake Road and West Tatamagouche Road until further notice because of a bridge closure.

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CUMBERLAND COUNTY: Fountain Road, South Middleboro

Fountain Road, between Hunter Road and Simmonds Road, is closed for removal and replacement of the Howard Bridge until October 31.

Traffic will be detoured from Fountain Road via Simmonds Road and Keers Mill Road. Vehicles more than four metres wide need to plan an alternate route because of the width of structures on the detour route.  

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HANTS COUNTY: Highway 101, Windsor

The eastbound off-ramp at Exit 6, Highway 101, is closed for the construction of a new interchange to downtown Windsor.

A detour is available via Exit 5A. The off-ramp is closed until September.

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HANTS COUNTY: Hydes Bridge, Lantz

Hydes Bridge on Highway 277 is closed until further notice.

A detour is in place via Dutch Settlement Road, Elmsdale Road and Trunk 2. Signs are in place.

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LUNENBURG COUNTY: Indian Path Bridge, Bayport

Indian Path Bridge, Route 332, is closed for replacement until further notice.

A detour is in place.

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PICTOU COUNTY:  Brookville Road, Brookville

Brookville Road is closed at Brook Road for bridge repairs until Tuesday, August 8.

A detour is in place.

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RICHMOND COUNTY: Port Royal Bridge, Isle Madame

Port Royal Bridge on Port Royal Road is closed until further notice. A detour is in place on MacEachern Road.

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RICHMOND COUNTY: West Bay Road, Port Hawkesbury

West Bay Road, from Nature Dream Boulevard, easterly for 3.8 kilometres, is reduced to one lane for roadwork until September 30.

Traffic control is on-site. Work takes place weekdays from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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VICTORIA COUNTY: Highway 105, South Haven

Highway 105, from 3.2 kilometres west of Trunk 30, easterly to 600 metres east of Route 312, is reduced to one lane for roadwork until Friday, August 11.

Traffic control is on-site. Work takes place on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The Province announced today, August 3, a new physician assistant program at Dalhousie University is expected to begin in January.

The two-year master’s program will be open to 24 students. Priority will be given to Nova Scotian applicants who meet the program’s eligibility criteria.

This will be the first physician assistant program in Atlantic Canada and one of only four in the country.

“We heard from doctors that having more physician assistants would free up time, allowing them to focus on more complex issues or things that only physicians can do,” said Michelle Thompson, Minister responsible for the Office of Healthcare Professionals Recruitment. “We know we need more healthcare providers, and physician assistants can help provide Nova Scotians faster access to care. We are proud to be able to train physician assistants right here in Nova Scotia.”

Physician assistants provide safe, competent and effective healthcare under the supervision of physicians. They can:
— perform histories and physical examinations
— order blood and radiological tests
— make diagnoses and outline treatment plans
— assist with surgeries
— perform minor surgical procedures
— consult other medical and health services
— prescribe medication
— attend to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest
— provide counselling and preventive services
— administer vaccinations
— perform educational, research and administrative functions.

“Post-secondary institutions play an important role in helping us train the workers we need today and tomorrow,” said Brian Wong, Minister of Advanced Education. “As a province, we work in partnership to have post-secondary institutions that are ready to help us train the talent we need to fix healthcare in Nova Scotia.”

Dalhousie’s senate has approved the new program, and the university is now accepting applications. Approval is pending from the Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission, which assesses academic programs before implementation to ensure they meet agreed-upon standards and to provide quality assurance to students, governments and the public.

The Province is investing $5.6 million to develop the program and providing $1.5 million in annual funding.

This investment will advance Action for Health, the Province’s plan to improve and transform healthcare in Nova Scotia, by investing in education and training opportunities to ensure the health needs of communities are met.

Quotes:
“The establishment of a master’s of physician assistant program represents a critical step towards improving access to quality healthcare services for Nova Scotians. By training physician assistants, we can help alleviate some of the burden faced by physicians and provide a pathway for an important health care human resource to meet the needs of our communities.”
     – Dr. David Anderson, Dean, Dalhousie Faculty of Medicine

“We are working with key partners on many initiatives that are improving access to timely care for Nova Scotians across communities and in various healthcare settings across the province. We are excited about the integration of physician assistants in primary care, orthopedics and emergency departments as ‘test and try’ initiatives to enhance access to care for Nova Scotians. We are grateful for the partnership with Dalhousie on the implementation of the training program which will be a foundational enabler for ongoing recruitment and retention of physician assistants in the province.”
     – Gail Tomblin Murphy, Vice-President of Research, Innovation and Discovery, and Chief Nurse Executive, Nova Scotia Health

Quick Facts:
— there are seven physician assistants currently working in Nova Scotia
— the government is investing $1.7 million this year to add another 10 physician assistants in collaborative primary care sites across the province

Additional Resources:
Dalhousie University master of physician assistant program: https://medicine.dal.ca/departments/PAStudies.html 

Action for Health, the government’s plan for transforming the healthcare system: https://novascotia.ca/actionforhealth

Police are investigating a robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon in Dartmouth.

At approximately 2:30 p.m. officers responded to a report of a robbery that had just occurred at the No Frills store located at 118 Wyse Road in Dartmouth. A man entered the store, stole product, and threatened a staff member with sensory irritant and a knife when approached. He ran out of the store with stolen merchandise inside a green reusable shopping bag. The staff member was not physically injured.

The suspect is described as a white man in his 30s, approximately 5’7″ tall with light blonde facial hair and a thin build. He was wearing a dark baseball cap, red t-shirt and dark pants. He was last seen fleeing the area on a red bicycle.

Anyone with information about this incident, video from the area or the identity of the suspect is asked to call police at 902-490-5016. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or using the P3 Tips App.

A pilot project is helping women, especially newcomers to Nova Scotia, turn their cooking skills into successful local food businesses.

The specialized program in cooking entrepreneurship (SPICE) helps women learn how to develop a business plan and follow regulations for running a food business.

“This program is an excellent example of the innovation that helps our agriculture and agri-food sector grow and thrive,” said Greg Morrow, Minister of Agriculture. “These new, local-food businesses bring more diversity, get more healthy and local food on Nova Scotians’ plates and help create financial stability for women and their families who are doing something they love. We’re proud to support this important work.”

The Centre for Women in Business at Mount Saint Vincent University runs the program, which had its first graduates in the spring. Each eight-week session can train up to 10 women. There is no cost for participants, and they get ongoing support for up to a year.

The Department of Agriculture provided $5,000 for the program, and $100,000 to help participants buy equipment for their businesses.

Quotes:
“I am so pleased to see SPICE empowering under-recognized communities of women as they embark on their entrepreneurial journey. The Government of Canada, through ACOA, is proud to support this program, so more women can access the resources they need to move their businesses forward – strengthening their communities and contributing to the rich culinary offerings of this province and the region.”
     – Lena Metlege Diab, Member of Parliament for Halifax West, on behalf of Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

“After finishing the program, I gained a lot of confidence to grow my business because of the knowledge, financial support, hands-on experience, and one-on-one consultations with the experts that we got through the SPICE program.”
     – Criselda Cagoy, graduate of first program cohort

“When we witness a SPICE participant having a sell-out vending weekend, being featured in the community, growing their customer base and participating in major food business opportunities, we know it’s a successful program.  We are pleased to be working in partnership with Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture.”
     – Natalie Frederick-Wilson, Director, Specialized Program in Cooking Entrepreneurship, Mount Saint Vincent University

Quick Facts:
— the first cohort of program participants graduated May 31; fall registration is opening soon
— the program is open to all women, but priority is given to African Nova Scotian, Indigenous and immigrant women
— other government partners include Perennia, the Nova Scotia Farm Loan Board and Invest Nova Scotia
— ACOA supports the Centre for Women in Business to deliver business management programming to female business owners to help them reach their full potential as entrepreneurs through exposure, connections and learning

Additional Resources:
More information about the program is available at: https://www.centreforwomeninbusiness.ca/learning/spice-specialized-program-in-cooking-entrepreneurship/

Department of Agriculture on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NSAgriculture

August 3, 2023, Shelburne, Nova Scotia…

Shelburne RCMP is investigating a rash of vehicle thefts and theft of copper wire.

On July 31, 2023, Shelburne RCMP responded to a report of a break-in to a home in Lower Ohio. RCMP officers learned that a man and woman were involved in the break-in and officers were provided with a description of a vehicle they were driving. RCMP officers located the vehicle in Shelburne and the woman was safely arrested. RCMP officers seized the vehicle after they observed copper wire inside of it. The woman was released on conditions and will appear in Shelburne Provincial Court on September 13, 2023 to face a charge of Break and Enter. The man who was involved in the break-in was not located.

On August 1, at approximately 7:15 a.m., Shelburne RCMP responded to a report of a truck being stolen while at a gas station on Water St. in Shelburne. On August 2, the truck was located on Hwy. 102 in Colchester County part of a dangerous driving investigation. The male driver was safely arrested and remains in custody. The man is believed to be involved in the break and enter investigation.

On August 2, at approximately 12:50 a.m., two Shelburne RCMP officers were conducting radar enforcement on Water St. in Shelburne when they observed two vehicles approaching at a high rate of speed. The officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop but both vehicles fled. One of the vehicles was located a few moments later, having crashed into a utility pole. The female driver was arrested for Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance and officers determined that the vehicle she was driving had been stolen from Sandy Point. The woman was transported to hospital by ambulance as she suffered serious, but non-life-threatening injuries and, she remains in custody at this time.

At approximately 10 a.m., the second vehicle that fled from police, a silver Ford Focus, was reported stolen. RCMP officers continue to make efforts to locate this vehicle.

The investigations remain ongoing.

Anyone with information on the silver Ford Focus, which bears Nova Scotia license plate GAC922, is asked to contact Shelburne RCMP at 902-875-2490. To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App

August 3, 2023, Bedford, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP has charged a man following a dangerous driving incident that occurred on Hwy. 102.

Yesterday, at approximately 8 p.m., Halifax Regional Police received a report of an assault taking place in a vehicle, travelling at a high rate of speed, on Hwy. 102, near Hammonds Plains Rd., in Bedford. RCMP officers located the vehicle, a Dodge Ram, near the Fall River exit and observed a female passenger who appeared to be in distress. A vehicle stop was attempted. The driver of the vehicle, a 31-year-old male from New Glasgow, refused to stop and fled from police. In the interest of public safety, a pursuit was not initiated.

At approximately 8:25 p.m., RCMP officers located the vehicle at a gas station, near the highway, in Stewiacke. The man who was momentarily out of his vehicle jumped back in, when officers approached to arrest him, and fled North on Hwy. 102 once more.

Minutes later, the truck left the roadway and came to rest in the ditch when the man driving the truck avoided spike belts deployed by officers. Both the man and the woman exited the vehicle and fled on foot. The man was arrested safely in a wooded area nearby.

The woman was not located after she fled the scene.

The investigation revealed that the truck had been reported stolen in Shelburne County the day prior.

Tayler Richard Malcom, 31, has been charged with:

• Flight from Police
• Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
• Failure to Comply with Conditions of a Release Order

Malcom was held into custody and will appear in Dartmouth Provincial court today.

Police would like to speak with the woman who fled. If you are the victim, if you know the victim of the assault, or, if you have information related to this incident, please contact police at 902-490-5020. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App

August 3, 2023, Seabrook, Digby County, Nova Scotia…

Digby RCMP has obtained a warrant for the arrest of a man in connection with an incident of dangerous driving and flight from police that occurred in Seabrook, Digby County, on August 2, 2023.

Cody Prudhomme, 28, from Barton, is charged with Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance, Resisting Arrest, Flight from Police, Driving While Prohibited, Escape Lawful Custody and Failure to Comply with Conditions of a Release Order.

Prudhomme is described as 5-foot-9, 180lbs, has dark brown hair and blue eyes. Prudhomme is believed to be driving a black older model Ford heavy-duty pickup truck, with a cap over the bed of the truck. The truck has a temporary permit in the window.

Police have made several attempts to locate Prudhomme, and are requesting assistance from the public.

Anyone who sees Cody Prudhomme should refrain from approaching him and call police. Anyone with information on Prudhomme’s whereabouts is asked to contact Digby RCMP at 902-245-2579. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

Halifax Regional Police has charged two people for impaired driving in the Halifax region on Monday.

On July 31 at approximately 4:50 p.m., Central Division patrol officers were on scene of an overturned vehicle at the Windsor Street exchange when they were approached by a person who advised a vehicle had just hit their vehicle. Officers observed the suspect vehicle and attempted to pull it over. The driver continued driving for a short distance before coming to a stop. Officers noted the driver to be intoxicated, and after a brief struggle, placed him under arrest.

Shawn David Elliott, 51, was scheduled to appear in Halifax provincial court yesterday to face charges of:

• Driving a conveyance while impaired
• Operating a conveyance with a blood alcohol concentration over 80 mg%
• Failure to stop at a collision
• Flight from peace officer
• Resisting arrest

Later that evening at approximately 10 p.m., East Division patrol officers responded to a report of a vehicle that had crashed into a parked vehicle in the 0-100 block of Raymoor Drive in Dartmouth. Officers observed the driver to be intoxicated and placed her under arrest. The driver assaulted an officer while being arrested.   

A 27-year-old woman will appear in Dartmouth provincial court at a later date to face charges of:

• Driving a conveyance while impaired
• Driving while prohibited
• Resist arrest
• Assaulting a police officer
• Refusing to provide a breath sample

Police remind people to call 911 immediately if they see a potential impaired driver. Give the call taker your location along with a description of the vehicle, including the licence plate number, colour, make and model, the direction of travel for the vehicle and a description of the driver.

August 2, 2023, Eskasoni, Nova Scotia…Eskasoni RCMP has charged two men with attempted murder after a targeted incident on Castle Bay Rd. in Eskasoni.

At approximately 5 a.m. this morning, Eskasoni RCMP responded to a report of an assault on Castle Bay Rd. in Eskasoni. RCMP officers learned that a 45-year-old man had been attacked by two men, who are known to him. The men struck the victim with a vehicle, then sprayed him with an irritant, before assaulting him with a baseball bat. The victim suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to the hospital by ambulance.

Alfred Joseph Marshall, 29, and Justin Noelan Dennis, 42, both of Eskasoni, have been jointly charged with Attempted Murder, Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Uttering Threats and Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon.At this time, RCMP officers are actively looking for Marshall and Dennis.

Marshall is described as 5-foot-11, 160lbs, has brown hair and green eyes.

Dennis is described as 5-foot-11, 160lbs, has black hair and brown eyes.

They are believed to be driving a grey 2011 Ram 1500 bearing Nova Scotia licence plate HCD984.

This incident was targeted and not a random act.

Anyone with information on this incident, or on Marshall, or Dennis’, whereabouts, is asked to call Eskasoni RCMP at 902-379-2822. To remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at Crime Stoppers, or use the P3 Tips App.

Nova Scotia will commemorate Emancipation Day today, August 1, in recognition of the anniversary of the British parliament’s decision to abolish slavery across its empire in 1834.

In April 2021, the legislature passed the Emancipation Day Act, designating August 1 as Emancipation Day. The day acknowledges the tragedies of the transatlantic slave trade in which millions of African-descended people were enslaved or lost their lives.

The Province is hosting an Emancipation Day ceremony at Province House in Halifax today at 10 a.m., and it will be livestreamed.

There are also community-led Emancipation Day events throughout August, including a family fun day in Dartmouth, a seniors tea in Lincolnville and activities at Grand Parade in Halifax. See the list of events.

Quotes:

“We come together to mark Emancipation Day, a significant moment in history, to reflect on the deep impact of racism and injustice. By remembering the past and educating ourselves about the meaning of Emancipation Day, we understand the necessity of equality, diversity, and respect in our communities.”
     – Arthur J. LeBlanc, Lieutenant-Governor of Nova Scotia

“Emancipation Day acknowledges the tragedies of the transatlantic slave trade in which millions of African descended people were enslaved or lost their lives. This day also commemorates the active resistance of Black people and their allies who effectively petitioned for the abolishment of enslavement across the British empire. This significant event is being recognized by municipalities and communities across the province and it is my hope people that other jurisdictions and individuals will use this day to learn more about our collective history.”
     – Dwayne Provo, Associate Deputy Minister, African Nova Scotian Affairs

“Emancipation Day marks a significant recognition of the past business of Slavery in our province and Country as well as the lasting effect on the Black Community.  While this day is a harsh reminder of the past, it also speaks to the strength and perseverance of a people that overcame.”
     – Russell Grosse, Executive Director, Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia

Quick Facts:

• The Slavery Abolition Act 1833, which took effect in 1834, freed about 800,000 enslaved people of African descent throughout the British colonies
• During the time of enslavement, more than 15 million African women, men and children were victims of the transatlantic slave trade
• There were about 400 enslaved Black people among the nearly 3,000 residents of Halifax in 1750, more than 13 per cent of the population
• The International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is observed on August 23 in recognition of people of African descent in Haiti and the Dominican Republic fighting for their freedom in 1791, leading to their liberation from European colonizers

Additional Resources:
More information on Emancipation Day is available at: http://emancipationdayns.ca 

Emancipation Day poster, English:

Emancipation Day poster,  French:

News Release – Legislation Recognizes Emancipation Day in Nova Scotia:

Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia: 

African Nova Scotian Affairs:
— Commemorating Emancipation Day:
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Police have charged a man in relation to a sexual assault that occurred in Halifax last month.

On July 19, police received a report of a sexual assault that had occurred on July 12. At approximately 10 a.m., a man walking in the area of Tilbury Avenue and Innsbrook Way approached a woman who was not known to him and spoke to her. He then touched her in a sexual manner before fleeing the area on foot.

On July 21, members of the Sexual Assault Investigative Team and members of the Quick Response Unit arrested Mohammad Jamal Shned Al-Dulaimi, 19, in Halifax without incident. He was held in custody to appear in Halifax provincial court on July 24 to face the following charges:

• Sexual assault
• Failure to comply with conditions of a release order (x5)

It is important for victims of sexual assault to know that we are here to help. As part of our victim-centered, trauma-informed approach to sexualized violence, we work closely with victims and ensure their privacy is upheld and well-being is fully considered. We encourage anyone who has been sexually assaulted or harassed to reach out to police. More information on reporting sexual assaults is available on our website.

Police have charged a man for stunting on Highway 102 in Halifax today.

At approximately 7:45 a.m., a member of the Traffic Unit observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed on Highway 102 inbound at Dunbrack Street. The officer observed the vehicle’s speed at 154 km/h in a 100 km/h zone.

A 23-year-old man was ticketed for stunting under the Motor Vehicle Act, a charge that is automatically laid when a vehicle is travelling more than 50 km/h over the speed limit. The fine in Nova Scotia for stunting is $2,422.50 and six points are assigned to the driver’s record. In addition, the man was suspended from driving for seven days and the vehicle he was driving was seized. The man was also issued summary offence tickets for revoked license, no insurance, unregistered vehicle, displaying number plate issued to another vehicle and expired safety inspection.

In a continued effort to address traffic safety issues and educate citizens on the rules of the road, our officers focus on speed enforcement. We all have a role to play in keeping our roads safe. If you see someone driving dangerously, report it to police by calling 911.

August 1, 2023, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia…

Halifax District RCMP has obtained a warrant for the arrest of a man in connection with an incident of criminal harassment and trespassing that occurred in East River St. Marys in April of this year.

Burt “Dangulo” Thompson, 47, from North Preston, is charged with two counts of Failure to Comply with an Undertaking.

Police have made several attempts to locate Thompson, and are requesting assistance from the public.

Anyone who sees Burt “Dangulo” Thompson should refrain from approaching him and call police. Anyone with information on Thompson’s whereabouts is asked to contact Halifax District RCMP at 902-490-5020. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

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August 1, 2023, Fall River, Nova Scotia… Halifax District RCMP is seeking information in relation to a robbery that occurred in Fall River.

On July 30, at approximately 9 p.m., Halifax District RCMP responded to a report of a robbery at a gas station located on Hwy. 2 in Fall River. RCMP officers learned that a woman entered the gas station, presented a handgun and demanded money. The woman then fled the scene in a sedan, driven by a man, with cash, cigarettes and lighters. The store employee was not physically injured.

The woman is believed to be between the ages of 25-35 and is described as 5-foot-4 to 5-foot-6 with a slim build. At the time of the robbery, she had long brown hair and was wearing a grey tank top, three quarter length black leggings, a ball hat and was carrying a blue and white bag.

The man driving the vehicle is believed to be in his 30’s, had tattoos on his neck, and had his hair in a ponytail.

The investigation is ongoing. 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Halifax District RCMP at 902-490-5020. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

Today, July 31, the government released its second annual progress report on work to address climate change and drive the province toward a healthy, clean and sustainable future.

The report focuses on progress made on the goals in the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and on actions in Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth.

“Climate change is the most pressing global emergency, and this past year has been a pivotal moment, both in the impacts we are witnessing and experiencing from storms, flooding, heat, rainfall, wildfires and more, but also in the great work being done to change the course of our future as we work towards a net-zero future by 2050,” said Timothy Halman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change. “This report tells a story of optimism, grit and resolve by Nova Scotians to proactively respond to climate change, not let it defeat us, transform how we produce and use our energy, protect our environment and create a stronger and more inclusive economy.”  

Highlights of work and progress for the period August 1, 2022, to July 31, 2023, include:

• creating the Environmental Racism Panel, which includes Chair Agassou (Augy) Jones and seven experienced community leaders who are working on recommendations to address historic wrongdoing and support the government’s commitment to ensure every person in the province has equitable access to a healthy, safe and sustainable environment, as well as equal protection from environmental harm and the impacts of climate change
• completing the largest ever procurement for renewable electricity in the province, resulting in five wind projects, each majority-owned by one or more Mi’kmaw communities; when the projects are complete, expected in 2025-26, they will bring electricity generation in Nova Scotia to about 70 per cent from renewable sources
• approving environmental assessments for eight new onshore wind energy projects, including four of the five wind projects secured through the procurement for renewable electricity, which will help to green the province’s grid and create enough clean, renewable energy to power the equivalent of 248,400 homes 
• changing the Electricity Act to let the government procure storage solutions for renewable electricity; this will speed up the use of energy storage in Nova Scotia, help get the province off coal and help meet renewable electricity targets
• working in partnership with the federal government to expand the mandate of the Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Board and create a legislative framework for offshore renewable energy
• releasing the first module of the Nova Scotia Offshore Wind Roadmap, which sets Nova Scotia’s vision for this industry and outlines the regulatory path for businesses to invest in projects, with an aim to offer leases for five megawatts of offshore wind power by 2030
• clarifying the rules for green hydrogen so the environmental requirements and regulations are clear and easy to understand
• approving two green hydrogen facilities that will, when production starts, provide Nova Scotians with clean energy and provide opportunities to be a global leader
• creating the new Sackville River Wilderness Area and six new nature reserves; expanding seven wilderness areas; and protecting an additional 9,300 hectares of Crown land
• taking the first steps toward shared governance of Kluskap Wilderness Area by the Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq and the Province
• providing $20 million to the Nova Scotia Crown Share Land Legacy Trust to help protect more of Nova Scotia’s land and water
• providing $800,000 in funding to Clean Foundation to create a Youth Climate Council, which will give Nova Scotia’s youth a formal way to help influence public policy
• creating the Output-Based Pricing System, which will hold large industry and the electricity sector accountable for reducing their greenhouse gas emissions
• completing public engagement on updated ambient air quality standards, which will support clean air and the health of Nova Scotians.

The past year also saw continued investment in energy efficiency projects that are making life more affordable for Nova Scotians and lowering emissions. Since September 2021, the investment amounts to $223 million.

The full report is available online.

Quotes:
“The roundtable is pleased to see the release of the combined annual Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and climate plan report at this time when we are seeing direct climate impacts on Nova Scotians from recent storms, wildfires and flash floods. We are encouraged by the progress to date on the goals, principles and actions and know that it is crucial to build on the momentum every year ahead of us to meet the urgency of this moment. The well-being and resiliency of our communities is at stake as well as abundant opportunities for clean inclusive growth if we get it right.”
     – Scott Skinner, Chair, Minister’s Roundtable on the Environment and Sustainable Prosperity

Quick Facts:
— the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act is Nova Scotia’s road map to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, change how people produce and use energy, grow the green and circular economies, improve the health and sustainability of Nova Scotia’s environment and protect more land and water
— the act’s 28 goals include the strongest 2030 greenhouse gas emission reduction target in Canada – at least 53 per cent below the levels that were emitted in 2005 and achieving net zero by 2050
— the climate change plan, Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth, was released in December and has 68 actions that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, grow a strong clean economy, create jobs, make communities more resilient to climate change impacts, help achieve the goals in the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and more

Additional Resources:
Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act:

Our Climate, Our Future: Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan for Clean Growth. 

Weathering What’s Ahead: Climate Change Risk and Nova Scotia’s Well-being.

Authorities are unable to find the final missing youth that was washed away by flood waters on July 21st and have called off the search for the time being.

This announcement has been made despite tremendous search efforts. 

The search has been led by the Nova Scotia Ground Search and Rescue Association, with personnel from West Hants, Valley, Halifax, Colchester, East Hants, Eastern Shore, Sheet Harbour, Clare, Digby, Strait Area, Pictou, Musquodoboit, and Annapolis County. On water search has been supported by Brooklyn Fire Department and numerous other fire departments.

Also engaged throughout the search have been the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables, Nova Scotia Public Safety and Field Communications, Emergency Health Services, Civilian Air Search and Rescue Association, Office of Fire Marshall Critical Incident Stress Management Team, the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre, RCMP Police Dog Services, RCMP Air Services, West Hants District RCMP, civilian contractors, and other partners.There are deep pockets of water that are currently un-searchable and water levels will need to recede in order to make further search efforts possible.Search activities in the primary search area in Brooklyn were completed on July 27. Search efforts over the weekend were focused on a secondary area, which is immediately adjacent to the primary search location; 85% of the secondary area has been drained and searched. It’s expected some search activities will resume in the secondary area when the deep pockets of water have drained.

Search activities also occurred in a tertiary search area, which ran along the shoreline from Halls Harbour to Brooklyn and from Maitland to Brooklyn. These search activities concluded on July 30.he goal to bring the missing youth home is still the mission of the searchers.To date, searchers have covered more than 495 acres of ground, 104 square kilometres of watershed and tidal waters, and 417 square kilometres of shoreline by air.

Our thoughts are with the families of all those that were lost during these record breaking floods. 

— Brian Sea, NSLive.tv Community Correspondent

The newly established Progress Monitoring Committee will take a trauma-informed, victim-centric approach to monitoring and reporting publicly on the implementation of the Mass Casualty Commission’s recommendations.

That approach is at the core of the committee’s terms of reference, released today, July 31, by the governments of Nova Scotia and Canada, along with Linda Lee Oland, the committee’s Founding Chair.

“The events of April 2020 have had a profound impact on the families of victims, on survivors and on the Nova Scotia communities that are forever changed,” said Ms. Oland. “Countless Nova Scotians and Canadians have been impacted by this tragedy, and they deserve to see meaningful action toward stronger, safer communities. With these terms of reference, we have laid the groundwork for not only how the committee will operate, but also how progress will be monitored and reported going forward.”

The Progress Monitoring Committee was created to monitor and report on how Canada and Nova Scotia, in collaboration with other partners, respond to the recommendations of the Mass Casualty Commission. The committee will help ensure mutual accountability and the exchange of information.

The committee is expected to meet quarterly and report regularly to the federal and provincial governments. Public reporting will include a new website, which will be updated at least every six months.

Ms. Oland will recommend committee members to the federal and provincial governments, as well as provide advice on terms and handling vacancies. The governments are expected to appoint all members by September 1.

The committee will hold its first meeting in September.

Quotes:
“This is an important milestone as we continue our work to implement the Mass Casualty Commission’s recommendations. We are grateful for Ms. Oland’s leadership and her commitment to building a structure for this committee that supports partnership and collaboration as well as transparency and accountability.”
     – Brad Johns, Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Nova Scotia

“The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia are continuing to make progress on the commitment to address the recommendations outlined in the final report of the Mass Casualty Commission. Ms. Oland’s leadership will play a critical role as we work collectively to advance this vital work.”
     – Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, Government of Canada

Additional Resources:
Terms of reference for the Progress Monitoring Committee. 

Support for communities impacted by the April 2020 mass casualty.

News Release – Founding Chair Named to Support Governments’ Work on Mass Casualty Commission Recommendations.

Turning the Tide Together – Final report of the Mass Casualty Commission, Volume 6, Implementation.

July 31, 2023, Aylesford, Nova Scotia…

The Valley Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit has charged a man with drug offences in Aylesford.

On July 27, 2023, as part of an ongoing drug investigation, the Valley Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit, with assistance from the Kings District RCMP General Investigation Section, Kings District RCMP and the Criminal Intelligence Service of Nova Scotia, executed a search warrant at a home on Hwy. 1 in Aylesford. Officers located and safely arrested two men in the home. During the search, officers located cocaine, hydromorphone, benzodiazepines, cash, a cellular phone, scales and drug paraphernalia.

Christopher Samuel Hodges, 40, of Aylesford, has been charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (3 counts) and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime. Hodges has been remanded into custody and will appear in Kentville Provincial Court on August 23, 2023, at 9:30 a.m.

The second man was released on an Appearance Notice and will appear in court at a later date.

Note: The Valley Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit is comprised of members of the Kings District RCMP and Kentville Police Service.

July 31, 2023, Eskasoni, Nova Scotia…

Eskasoni RCMP has charged a man in a dangerous driving incident that occurred near 74^th St. in Eskasoni.

On July 25, 2023, at approximately 5:50 p.m., Eskasoni RCMP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver, driving a side by side near 74^th St. in Eskasoni. RCMP officers located the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop, however the driver refused to stop, struck an RCMP police vehicle and, fled the scene.

Approximately 1 hour later, RCMP officers located the side by side on a trail in Eskasoni. The driver was slumped over the steering wheel asleep. Officers safely arrested the driver and observed that he was displaying signs of impairment. He was transported to the Eskasoni Detachment where he provided samples of breath that were more than three times the legal limit.

Stephen Ryan Francis, 37, of Eskasoni, has been charged with Assault with a Weapon, Dangerous Operation of a Conveyance, Impaired Operation of a Conveyance, Impaired Operation equal to, or over, 80mg%, Flight from Police and Driving while Prohibited. Francis has been remanded into custody and will appear in Sydney Provincial Court today.

July 31, 2023, Brighton, Nova Scotia…

Digby RCMP has charged a man after a collision in Brighton.

On July 27, 2023, at approximately 3:50 p.m., Digby RCMP responded to multiple reports of a two-vehicle collision on Hwy. 101 in Brighton. RCMP officers learned that Volkswagen Jetta was travelling east on Hwy. 101, when it crossed the centerline and collided with a Chevrolet Sonic that had been heading west. The vehicles suffered serious damage but no one was seriously injured. As a result of the collision Hwy. 101 was closed for a short period of time, but was quickly reopened.

Through the course of the investigation RCMP observed that the driver of the Jetta was displaying signs of impairment. The driver was safely arrested for Impaired Operation and underwent a Drug Expert Evaluation at the Digby RCMP Detachment. Officers were also alerted to the possible presence of a firearm in the Jetta, which was secured. RCMP officers obtained a search warrant for the Jetta and located a prohibited firearm.

Jamie Avery D’entremont, 26, of Meteghan, has been charged with Impaired Operation of a Conveyance, Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Firearm While Prohibited, Possession of a Prohibited Firearm in a Motor Vehicle, Careless Use of a Firearm and Failure to Comply with a Probation Order. D’entremont has been remanded into custody and will appear in Digby Provincial Court on August 1, 2023, at 9:30 a.m.

On July 28 at approximately 4:45 a.m., police received a report of an indecent act that had just occurred in the area of Nantucket Avenue and Victoria Road. A man in the area was seen exposing himself to passersby. Police received a similar report a short time later at approximately 6:15 a.m. in the same area.

The suspect is described as a white man, long brown hair in a ponytail, wearing a brown jacket and pants.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident or video from the area is asked to contact police at 902-490-5016. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or using the P3 Tips App.

July 28, 2023, Linden, Nova Scotia…Cumberland County District RCMP has charged a man with Attempted Murder after an incident on Hwy. 6 in Linden.

On July 27, 2023, at approximately 2:35 p.m., Cumberland County District RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing on Hwy. 6 in Linden. RCMP officers learned that a 21-year-old man had stabbed a 27-year-old man in the shoulder before exiting the home. RCMP officers located the suspect on the back deck of the home and safely arrested him. The suspect was transported to the Amherst Detachment, where he was held in custody overnight. The victim, suffered serious, but non-life-threatening, injuries and was transported to hospital by ambulance.

Lance Joseph Cameron, 21, of Linden, has been charged with Attempted Murder and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose. He will appear in Amherst Provincial Court today.

The investigation remains ongoing.

July 28, 2023, Linden, Nova Scotia…

Cumberland County District RCMP has charged a man with Attempted Murder after an incident on Hwy. 6 in Linden.

On July 27, 2023, at approximately 2:35 p.m., Cumberland County District RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing on Hwy. 6 in Linden. RCMP officers learned that a 21-year-old man had stabbed a 27-year-old man in the shoulder before exiting the home. RCMP officers located the suspect on the back deck of the home and safely arrested him. The suspect was transported to the Amherst Detachment, where he was held in custody overnight. The victim, suffered serious, but non-life-threatening, injuries and was transported to hospital by ambulance.

Lance Joseph Cameron, 21, of Linden, has been charged with Attempted Murder and Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose. He will appear in Amherst Provincial Court today.

The investigation remains ongoing.

July 28, 2023, Gold River, Nova Scotia…

Lunenburg District RCMP believes that the body of the 31-year-old man, who was reported missing in Gold River, has been found.

On July 24, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Lunenburg District RCMP responded to a report of a missing swimmer; he had been tubing in the Gold River with two other men when his tube capsized. He was last seen drifting down river. 

On July 25, the exhaustive search was suspended as investigators believed that the man had been swept out to sea.

At approximately 7:25 a.m. this morning, a member of the public observed a body floating in the water near where the Gold River meets the ocean. Lunenburg District RCMP and the Western Shore Fire Department attended and retrieved the body from the water.

The human remains have since been tentatively identified as belonging to the 31-year-old man and investigators are working with the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner’s Officer on positively identifying the remains.

At this difficult time, our thoughts are with the man’s family, his loved ones, and the community.

Transgender and gender-diverse Nova Scotians will receive more supportive healthcare under the new, comprehensive Gender-Affirming Care Policy that takes effect today, July 28.

“We know that transgender and gender-diverse Nova Scotians have experienced challenges receiving appropriate and timely healthcare services that meet their needs. That wasn’t acceptable and had to change,” said Michelle Thompson, Minister of Health and Wellness. “We must meet Nova Scotians where they are in their care journey, not the other way around. This policy will help us do that and it is only a start. We’ll continue to listen and improve.”

The policy aims to ensure high-quality, timely, comprehensive, equitable, culturally appropriate and safe services are provided to transgender and gender-diverse Nova Scotians. It outlines the following for gender-affirming care and procedures:
— eligibility criteria
— covered services
— standards of care
— assessment, referral and approval processes
— roles and responsibilities of healthcare professionals.

Changes through the policy include simplifying processes and removing barriers to support access to gender-affirming healthcare and establishing a fee code for physicians delivering gender-affirming healthcare services.

The policy was developed following research and analysis from across Canada and consultation with healthcare and community partners. It is aligned with the standards of care established by the World Professional Association for Transgender Health.

Quotes:
“This policy is a welcome change because we often hear from the community that equitable access to gender-affirming care and the inconsistent interpretation of processes by healthcare professionals is a concern. I am hopeful these changes will come into effect at the point of care sooner, rather than later. Nova Scotia is leading the way in Canada on this issue, and I encourage other provinces to follow our lead.”
     – Veronica Merryfield, founder, Cape Breton Transgender Network

Quick Facts:
— in 2022, the Province removed the gender requirement for physician billing and replaced it with “patient” to make the health system more inclusive
— the 2023-2024 provincial budget included more than $2 million in funding for gender-affirming procedures and prideHealth

Additional Resources:
Gender-Affirming Care Policy:
https://novascotia.ca/dhw/gender-affirming-care/gender-affirming-care-policy.pdf

More information on gender-affirming care:
https://novascotia.ca/dhw/gender-affirming-care/

News release – Improving Care for Transgender, Gender-Diverse and Intersex Nova Scotians:
https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20230331002 

News release – Province Reduces Barriers for Nova Scotians Seeking Gender-Affirming Surgery:
https://novascotia.ca/news/release/?id=20220720002

Halifax Regional Police has laid charges in relation to an assault that occurred this morning in Dartmouth.

At approximately 9:40 a.m. police responded to the 0-100 block of Primrose Street for a report that a man was threatening a group of people with a bat. A man got into an argument with three men and then assaulted one of the men with the bat.

Officers arrived on scene and arrested the suspect without incident. A 36-year-old man is scheduled to appear in Dartmouth provincial court at a later date to face charges of:

• Assault with a weapon
• Assault causing bodily harm

The victim was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Police are asking anyone with information about the incident or video from the area to call police at 902-490-5020. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or by using the P3 Tips App.

NEW WORK

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ANTIGONISH COUNTY: Trunk 4, Antigonish

Trunk 4 will be closed, except to local traffic, between James and Church streets until September 16 for construction of a roundabout.

Detour signs are in place.

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CAPE BRETON REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Sydney River Bridge, Sydney River

Sydney River Bridge on Keltic Drive will be reduced to one lane from Monday, July 31, to Monday, August 28.

Work takes place weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. During evenings and weekends, temporary condition signs, such as uneven lane surface, will be posted.

Traffic control is in place. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to take an alternate route.

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CONTINUING WORK

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ANTIGONISH COUNTY: Salt Springs Brook Bridge, Trunk 7

Salt Springs Brook Bridge on Trunk 7, about four kilometres south of the Town of Antigonish, is reduced to one lane until further notice for repairs.

Temporary traffic signals are in place.

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CAPE BRETON REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Highway 105, North Sydney

The intersection of Highway 105 and Tobin Road is reduced to one lane for roadwork until Monday, July 31.

Traffic control is on-site. Work takes place on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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COLCHESTER COUNTY: Donaldson Bridge, French River

Donaldson Bridge on Lake Road, about three kilometres west of Tatamagouche, is closed until further notice.

The detours are on Trout Brook Road and Cooper Road.

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COLCHESTER COUNTY: Old Truro Road, Tatamagouche

Old Truro Road, from Kennedy Hill intersection to the Cross Road in North River, is closed until further notice due to a large culvert failure.

A detour is in place.

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COLCHESTER COUNTY: Salmon River Bridge, Truro
 
Salmon River Bridge, on Highway 102 between exits 14 and 14A, is reduced to one lane northbound until October for work on the bridge decking.
 
Traffic control is on-site. Work takes place weekdays from sunrise to sunset.

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COLCHESTER COUNTY: Slade Road, Tatamagouche

Slade Road is closed between Lake Road and West Tatamagouche Road until further notice because of a bridge closure.

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CUMBERLAND COUNTY: Fountain Road, South Middleboro

Fountain Road, between Hunter Road and Simmonds Road, is closed for removal and replacement of the Howard Bridge until October 31.

Traffic will be detoured from Fountain Road via Simmonds Road and Keers Mill Road. Vehicles more than four metres wide need to plan an alternate route because of the width of structures on the detour route.  

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HANTS COUNTY: Highway 101, Windsor

The eastbound off-ramp at Exit 6, Highway 101, is closed for the construction of a new interchange to downtown Windsor.

A detour is available via Exit 5A. The off-ramp is closed until September.

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HANTS COUNTY: Hydes Bridge, Lantz

Hydes Bridge on Highway 277 is closed until further notice.

A detour is in place via Dutch Settlement Road, Elmsdale Road and Trunk 2. Signs are in place.

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LUNENBURG COUNTY: Indian Path Bridge, Bayport

Indian Path Bridge, Route 332, is closed for replacement until further notice.

A detour is in place.

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PICTOU COUNTY:  Brookville Road, Brookville

Brookville Road is closed at Brook Road for bridge repairs until Tuesday, August 1.

A detour is in place.

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RICHMOND COUNTY: Port Royal Bridge, Isle Madame

Port Royal Bridge on Port Royal Road is closed until further notice. A detour is in place on MacEachern Road.

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RICHMOND COUNTY: West Bay Road, Port Hawkesbury

West Bay Road, from Nature Dream Boulevard, easterly for 3.8 kilometres, is reduced to one lane for roadwork until September 30.

Traffic control is on-site. Work takes place weekdays from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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VICTORIA COUNTY: Highway 105, South Haven

Highway 105, from 3.2 kilometres west of Trunk 30, easterly to 600 metres east of Route 312, is reduced to one lane for roadwork until Friday, August 4.

Traffic control is on-site. Work takes place on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

July 28, 2023, Parkdale, Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia…The Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit is investigating a homicide.

On July 26, 2023, at approximately 2:45 p.m., Lunenburg District RCMP responded to a report of human remains being located in Parkdale, Lunenburg County, near New Ross. Investigators have determined that the remains are those of a man and the death has been ruled a homicide.

The investigation is being led by the Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit and is being supported by the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner’s Office, RCMP Forensic Identification Services and Lunenburg District RCMP.  

The Southwest Nova RCMP Major Crime Unit is asking anyone with information about this incident, to call 902-365-3120, or to remain anonymous, contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca, or use the P3 Tips App.

Our thoughts are with the victim’s family at this difficult time.