Nova Scotia

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

Jim Cormier from the Retail Council of Canada to talk more about the results of HRP’s recent retail theft blitz....Learn More

Premier Tim Houston has revealed his updated cabinet following the PC Government’s re-election, blending fresh faces with seasoned leaders. RCC will engage with the new team to address key retai...Learn More

Starting April 1, 2025, Nova Scotia will reduce the provincial portion of its Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) by 1%, lowering the total HST to 14%—the lowest in Atlantic Canada. This move, fulfilling a k...Learn More

A provincial election has been called for November 26, 2024, and if you’re a retailer in Nova Scotia, this is your chance to make your voice heard! With nine months left in their term, the gover...Learn More

According to the Retail Council of Canada’s annual holiday shopping survey, people in this region plan to spend less than usual for the 2024 Christmas season. CBC News: Compass host Louise Marti...Learn More

Attention employers in Nova Scotia: Nova Scotia’s new legislation grants employees five additional unpaid sick days for general illness and up to 27 weeks for serious illness or injury. As parts of...Learn More

Attention pharmacy owners, retail healthcare providers, and community pharmacists: Nova Scotia is doubling down on its successful Community Pharmacy Primary Care Clinics. This fall, pharmacists will ...Learn More

Attention employers and HR leaders: Nova Scotia’s new bill adds five unpaid sick days for general illness and up to 27 weeks for serious illness, aligning with federal EI benefits. RCC collaborated...Learn More

Attention Nova Scotia retailers and producers: The Nova Scotia government has launched its Nova Scotia Loyal program, offering branding for local products in stores and on packaging. The program i...Learn More