Nova Scotia

In its ongoing efforts to be a leader in removing interprovincial trade barriers and support the movement of goods and services across the country, the Nova Scotia government has introduced new regul...Learn More

The PEI government is adjusting its rebate programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and electricity use.  Of note to retailers: On June 2, 2025, rebates to assist with the cost of home ...Learn More

Nova Scotia announced a month-long public survey Thursday as the provincial government considers expanding alcohol sales to retail outlets like grocery and corner stores....Learn More

A reminder to RCC members who do business in Nova Scotia that by September 1, 2025, all employers in the province must have created a policy to prevent and address workplace harassment. To assist in...Learn More

A reminder to RCC members that Nova Scotia’s portion of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) was lowered by one percent today, April 1, 2025.  This lowered the province’s HST to fourteen percent (9% p...Learn More

On July 15, 2025, the Nova Scotia Workers’ Compensation Board (NS WCB) will implement a new Return to Work & Duty to Cooperate policy that will require a greater and earlier level of engagement...Learn More

On March 12, 2025, Nova Scotia approved its first accessibility standard under the Accessibility Act. The Built Environment Accessibility Standard introduces design requirements for out...Learn More

Following extensive stakeholder consultations—including input from the Mass Casualty Commission—the Nova Scotia government is strengthening support for domestic violence victims. Effective April ...Learn More

An always-controversial discussion took place Wednesday as part of the Halifax Regional Municipality’s budget discussions, with public safety top of mind. That includes asks from community safety of...Learn More

Nova Scotia’s newly re-elected government is making good on its campaign pledge, implementing the province’s largest-ever minimum wage increase in 2025. The base wage will rise by $1.30 in tw...Learn More