Nova Scotia Tourism

• Halifax airport predicts busy spring break, recommends you plan ahead

  If you're taking to the skies for a trip, you might want to pack your patience as airports predict a return to long lineups after three pandemic years.

  Canada

  Mar 10
  
• N.S. releases passenger numbers for 1st month of 2022 Cat ferry season

  The province of Nova Scotia has released the passenger numbers so far this season for the Cat ferry, one day after the public works minister defended not doing so.

  Canada

  Jun 17, 2022
  
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• ‘We need staff’: Halifax hotel owners attend job fair to overcome staff shortage

  The Hotel Association of Nova Scotia organized a hospitality job fair to bring together employers and potential staff together in preparation for the summer months.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2022
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• Viewing platform opens at Peggy’s Cove in Nova Scotia with eye to improving safety

  The designers say it will be used to deter thrill-seekers from getting too close to the ocean when big waves start crashing into the cove's bald rocks.

  Canada

  Oct 18, 2021
• COVID-19: Nova Scotia tourism industry calls for more targeted supports

  As restrictions ease across the country, there's a call from the tourism industry for the federal government to reconsider how it rolls out its COVID-19 support programs.

  Economy

  Sep 22, 2021
• Halifax kite festival takes on meaningful theme amid pandemic

  Dolly Mirpuri was born and raised in India and, together with a group of her friends, decided to start the annual festival to bring a little piece of home to Nova Scotia.

  Canada

  Aug 22, 2021
• ‘A blaming game’: N.S. tourism industry frustrated by last-minute border rule changes

  'What tourism customers are looking for is confidence and consistency, not the confusing and cumbersome restriction that we’re currently facing in Atlantic Canada.'

  Canada

  Jun 23, 2021
• Nova Scotians navigating twists and turns of phased reopening plan

  The provincial government announced its phased reopening plan on Friday, which included good news for some -- and unexpected twists for others.

  Health

  May 29, 2021
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• Large tourism operators in Nova Scotia get $35 million in loan support

  Announced last October, the Tourism Sector Financing Assistance Program provides eligible resort and tour operators access to low-cost debt financing such as lines of credit.

  Canada

  Apr 20, 2021
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• Some tourism stakeholders concerned by N.B. premier’s comments on vaccines, travel restrictions

  New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs has indicated at least 70 per cent of residents should be vaccinated before borders re-open without self-isolation requirements.

  Health

  Jan 4, 2021