A Nova Scotia RCMP officer has been placed on administrative duties after reportedly assaulting a woman he knew while off-duty last month, the the province’s police watchdog says. Nova Scotia’s police watchdog has charged an RCMP officer with assault. The Serious Incident Response Team (SiRT) says it has “reasonable and probable grounds” to believe Const. Reece Smith assaulted a […]
A former patient at the QEII Halifax Infirmary is speaking out about safety concerns, alleging she witnessed firsthand the kind of violence health-care workers experience. Mandie Pitre is sharing the story in light of a Code Silver incident on Wednesday in the hospital’s emergency room, where three workers were stabbed. “If nothing is done to make […]
Making the most of your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) isn’t just about saving for retirement — it’s also about using strategic timing to maximize your tax benefits. With contribution deadlines and tax season around the corner, now’s the perfect time to fine-tune your approach. Whether you’re a first-time contributor or looking to optimize your […]
Labour Minister Nolan Young made the declaration in a news release Wednesday, which revealed the rate will increase $1.30 in 2025 through two hikes on April 1 and Oct. 1.
The CFIA says its investigation into mini pastries linked to a salmonella outbreak has led to the recall of more desserts made by the same manufacturer in Italy.
Three employees at the QEII Emergency and Trauma Centre in Halifax were hurt by a patient Wednesday in what Nova Scotia’s health minister is calling a “serious incident.”
A councillor with Pictou Landing First Nation in Nova Scotia says a cleanup plan approved by Ottawa will mean further delays in the removal of contaminated sludge that been a scourge on his community for decades. Federal Environment Minister Steven Guilbeault on Friday gave the Nova Scotia government the go-ahead for the remediation of Boat […]
The driver who hit and killed a 21-year-old woman this week was fleeing the scene of another crash, according to Halifax police. The woman was in a marked crosswalk at the time. First responders were called to the area of Robie Street and Veterans Memorial Lane — in the area of the QEII hospital — at around […]
Buying a new home may mark an exciting transition in a person’s life—maybe they’re laying down roots, growing their family, or making a major move. No matter the situation, purchasing a house is a significant financial decision. While most buyers prepare for the down payment and managing a mortgage, they may not anticipate some other […]
When it comes to saving and investing in Canada, two highly popular registered account options are the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP). Both offer unique tax benefits but each serves different financial goals. The right choice for you depends on your savings priorities, timeline, and tax situation. In this […]