Nova Scotia

Attention all Nova Scotia employers: As of July 15, 2024, employers that want to hire a worker under the Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) Program for a job in Nova Scotia, must include a ...Learn More

Attention all Nova Scotia employers: Starting August 1, 2024, Nova Scotia’s updated workplace first aid requirements will take effect. These changes aim to modernize practices by setting new m...Learn More

Jim Cormier, RCC’s Atlantic Director talks with Global News Halifax about RCC x Caddle Father’s Day Report, showing intended spending habits leading up to Dad’s big day....Learn More

Attention retailers who use ferries to transport goods to Argentia: Due to mechanical issues with one of the Marine Atlantic ferries, the seasonal service from North Sydney, Nova Scotia to Argentia (...Learn More

Attention to retailers in Nova Scotia who sell lights and lamps: Nova Scotia’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for lights begins on August 1, 2024.  Product Care is the Producer Res...Learn More

Attention retailers in Nova Scotia who sell batteries: Nova Scotia’s extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for batteries begins on July 1, 2024. Call 2 Recycle is the Producer Responsibilit...Learn More

Circular Materials (CM), the Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) for PPP, has conducted a recent consultation session, offering vital program details for obligated producers. Share your feedbac...Learn More

The annual adjustment in the minimum wage rates across all Atlantic Provinces takes effect on April 1, 2024, and it is crucial for all businesses to update their payroll systems accordingly to ensure ...Learn More

The Nova Scotia 2024 budget prioritizes healthcare and housing, reflecting the province’s population growth. Of interest to retailers, starting January 1, 2025, it will index income tax bracket...Learn More

RCC and local representatives from various retail organizations met in July 2023 with representatives from government and police to speak about how retailers, police and DOJ could work together across...Learn More