Expand the municipal activity leadership program to support all municipalilties and mikmaq communities, department of health and wellness, shelton, e. In december 2007, the quebec minister of finance issued a working paper seeking industry consultations on broad reform to quebecs companies act. Similar to the accessibility for manitobans act ama, the nova scotia government is working with people with disabilities, and public and private sector organizations to create six standards for an accessible nova scotia. Coyle, jd the spirit and intention of nova scotias municipal government act mga is to ensure that municipal councils and committees conduct public business in public, in open sessions where all are free to attend and see for themselves how public business is being conducted. Along with government departments, school boards, health authorities, housing authorities and crown corporations, the act applies to municipalities, and certain post secondary institutions. The government of nova scotia s heritage property act allows for different types of property registration based upon the propertys historical associations for example, if a local business and its owner are known for contributing to the establishment of a towns economy, the property may have heritage value as a registered municipal heritage property. Building flood resilience in nova scotia presentation to atlantic flood workshop june 14, 2018.
And whereas helical filed with the commission four reports of trades which were 2,264, 512, 185 and 66 days late, respectively, thereby contravening section 774 of the act, section 7. A policy is being drafted to provide direction from a provincial standpoint on roundabouts, based on british design guidance. This section contains nova scotia securities legislation, regulation, rules, policies, and general orders. The cao is the direct supervisor of all municipal department heads. Jul 08, 2014 on july 8, 2014, the institute of chartered accountants of nova scotia icans, the certified general accountants of nova scotia cga nova scotia and the certified management accountants of nova scotia cma nova scotia announced they have entered into a merger agreement that will form the foundation of the merger of the three provincial bodies. The municipal government act prohibits municipal governments in nova scotia from having an annual operating budget that runs at a deficit. The overall project is a multimilliondollar program initiated by the dma, the department of environment, and geonova the nova scotia government. In modern canadian use, the term government refers broadly to the cabinet of the day formally the executive council of nova scotia, elected from the nova scotia house of assembly. A nova scotia companys name must end with one of the following. Mayor or councillor resignation 17 1 the mayor or a councillor may resign from office at any time by delivering to the clerk a signed resignation and such a resignation is effective on delivery by the clerk to the next meeting of the council.
Record has the meaning set out in section 461h of the municipal government act ns. The information and analysis contained herein is intended to be general and represents the research of the authors and should in no way be construed as being definitive or as. This act protects species in ns that have been assessed and determined to be at risk of extinction. Personal information has the meaning set out in section 461f of the municipal government act ns.
Municipal government act chapter 18 of the acts of 1998 as amended by 2000, c. Its powers and structure are set out in the constitution act, 1867. Nov 29, 2012 halifax an agreement between richmond county and a paper mill in port hawkesbury to reduce the operations municipal taxes is being written into law by the nova scotia government. The municipality is governed by a mayor elected at large and a sixteenperson regional council, who are elected by geographic district. The nova scotia office of the ombudsman handled 2,278 complaints, inquiries, and youth contacts in the 20182019 fiscal year. Bill 148 sets a collective bargaining pattern of a fouryear deal for public sector employees, with wage increases of 3% over four years 0% in years one and two, followed by raises of 1% in the third year, and 1.
You means the natural or legal person, or body of persons corporate or incorporate, acquiring rights under this. A nova scotia companys name may not have the words royal or imperial as part of its legal name. A village is a type of community in the canadian province of nova scotia that has a commission established under the municipal government act for the purpose of providing municipal services to a defined area within a larger county or district municipality nova scotia has 21 villages. These standards will be drafted in phases and will be available for public consultation before coming into force. While this provides nova scotia with a unique and sometimes flexible corporate law, it also. The government of nova scotia consists of three branches. Nova scotia health authorities merger explained cbc news. Aug 22, 2017 the nova scotia government on tuesday moved to enforce bill 148, imposing a fouryear wage package on 75,000 public sector employees according to the government, the legislation will now be. The department provides services and guidance to municipalities, towns and villages in many areas including safety and security, budget planning and finance, and policy and program development. In metro halifax most properties have already been converted in the 10 years that the system has been in place, but in shelburne county and queens.
Corporate reports accountability report 2014 to 2015. A determination of eligibility will be made by the nova scotia office of immigration. Nova scotia health authorities merger explained what you need to know about the public sector unions that have vowed to fight a bill in nova scotia that would change the collective bargaining. Nova scotia canadian incorporation incorporating in canada. On april 17, 1879, the original nonelected courts of sessions were abolished in favour of elected councils when the county incorporation act came into force.
Nsnp 200 employer information may 8 2017 page 3 of 8 employers registration for the purpose of hiring foreign workers the nova scotia labour standards code regulates the hiring of foreign nationals to work in nova scotia. Were also responsible for the emergency management office and the office of the fire. Section subsection 2501 of the municipal government act or section subsection 2651 of the halifax regional municipality charter provide that an aggrieved person or an applicant may only appeal on the grounds that the decision does not reasonably carry out the intent of the municipal planning strategy mps. Municipal and mikmaq physical activity leadership program. The department of municipal affairs provides programs, grants and funding to municipalities and community groups.
Nova scotians asked for input on proposed municipal. In modern canadian use, the term government refers broadly to the cabinet of the day formally the executive council of nova scotia, elected from the nova scotia house of assembly and the nonpolitical staff within each provincial. Department of municipal affairs and housing response deadline time. Municipal government act chapter m26 table of contents 1 interpretation 2 application of act 2. Our website provides information and statistics to voters, candidates, workers and others about elections in our province. Although the act has been amended from time to time, its format is based upon the british companies act of 1862. Municipality of the county of annapolis nova scotia.
Whether a conflict of interest affected the handling and processing of the applicants application for access to a record. This action has led most provinces and local governments to develop constant dialogue to discern the proper form of local governments in canada. This office is responsible in providing leadership development, implementation and administration of all council approved policies, programs and responsibilities as legislated through bylaws and regulations of the district and the municipal government act mga of nova scotia. Nova scotia liberals pass seventh antiworker bill unifor. Lists information about the organization, services, officers, members and contact details. Alternative municipal budget for the halifax regional municipality 9 operating budget the annual operating budget includes ongoing items such as salaries, wages and other recurring costs. Key statute governing municipalities and rural communities in nb many other pieces of legislation that affect how local governments carry out their responsibilities e. Municipal government in nova scotia nova scotia online. Halifax, formally known as halifax regional municipality, is located in nova scotia, canada.
Direction of minister nova scotia police act pdf 149 kb under the state of emergency police are authorized to enforce orders under the health protection act. Jul 11, 2016 nova scotians asked for input on proposed municipal government act amendments nova scotians are encouraged to share their input on the proposed amendments to the municipal government act. David has been considered the preeminent solicitor to some of the largest fishing enterprises in nova scotia, a tradition our firm will continue. In nova scotia, the municipality is required to submit financial information to the department of municipal affairs dma through the standard financial information return fir. Robert strang, chief medical officer of health, provided an update on covid19 today, may 8, announcing that the school year for students will end june 5 and licensed daycares will remain closed until at least june 5. The courts of nova scotia civil procedure rule ninety four. Government is removing red tape for municipalities so they can provide services more efficiently to nova scotians. The accessibility act recognizes accessibility as a human right, and sets a goal to make nova scotia an accessible province by 2030. The province of nova scotia has prepared draft legislation of a new municipal government act which more formally recognizes the role of local governments. George street, box 310 annapolis royal, nova scotia b0s 1a0. Municipality appropriately applied part xx of the municipal government act mga and, in particular. Employers require a registration certificate from the labour standards division of the department of labour and advanced education to lawfully hire a foreign worker. Nova scotians want to do what they can to save money and contribute to a better environment.
It requires substantive changes if municipalities are to respond to the serious economic and demographic challenges outlined in the one nova scotia report. Government s websites may link you to websites outside of our control. The honourable jamie muir minister of service nova scotia and municipal relations. Timely and efficient access to information is essential to open government, informed public participation and fairness in government decision making. Tourism agency, access nova scotia and your local municipal government to obtain uptodate information on laws that may affect planning for tourism in your community. Po box 1749 halifax, nova scotia b3j 3a5 canada item no. And whereas municipalities accountable to the people. Proposed rules and policies are published for public comment during their development. Nova scotia nominee program nsnp demand 200 employer. Under the municipal government act, the minister has the authority to prescribe the type of information to be provided by a municipality to the minister s.
The agencies wi11 benefit by irnproved guidance in developing merger investigations, and importantly, in litigating cases once they have determined that a merger violates the antitrust laws. Elections nova scotia is the independent, nonpartisan agency responsible for conducting provincial elections in nova scotia. Prior to the establishment of rural municipalities in 1879, local government was administered by appointed courts of sessions. Sep 06, 2011 on june 1, 2011, several provisions of the new nova scotia public procurement act the act came in to force to change the way public sector entities procure goods, services, construction, and facilities. Public service commission progress towards the departments statement of mandate goals and priorities for the 2014 to 2015 fiscal year. The interpretation act nova scotia applies to these rules, except where a contrary intention appears and except in a rule that is within the definition of regulation in subsection 21 of the interpretation act canada. The government of nova scotia has partnered with the.
Report nova scotia freedom of information and protection. Dec 14, 2015 union leaders were quick to condemn sweeping labour legislation tabled monday by the nova scotia government, saying the bill undermines collective bargaining for 75,000 public servants by seeking. Liberals leave out contentious portion of bill 148 in. An official appointed to investigate individuals complaints against administration, especially that of public authorities. Ns government should take heed of recent court decisions. Allen fownes also practices extensively in civil litigation, wills and estates, estates litigation and corporate and commercial matters with the 40 year old firm crowe dillon robinson. Alberta queens printer holds on behalf of the government of alberta in right of her majesty the queen for all government of alberta legislation.
The law that covers liens is the nova scotia builders lien act, an act to establish liens in favour of builders and others, r. Nova scotia legislature municipal government act amended. Amendments to municipal government act and halifax. Nova scotias companies act governs the creation, management, structure and other requirements of an incorporated company in nova scotia. This used to be known as the nova scotia mechanics lien act. A guide to community tourism planning in nova scotia. A nova scotia companys name may be in english, french or it may have a version in both languages. Plants municipal taxation act pdf property insurance fire prevention tax regulations.
Nova scotia municipal affairs minister welcomes more councils discussing governance models more municipalities in nova scotia are talking about potential mergers as they consider ways to contend. Legis ative assembly of nova scotia province house halifax, nova scotia dear speaker murphy, in accordance with subsection 241 of the ombudsman act, chapter 327 of the revised statutes of nova scotia, 1989, and section 28, subsections i and 2 of the public interest disclosure of wrongdoing act, chapter 42 of the acts of 2010, i have the. Honourable stephen mcneil is the premier of nova scotia. This marks the seventh piece of legislation designed to remove or restrict the rights of workers in the province by the mcneil liberals. Mar 02, 2017 on february 21, the majority liberal government in nova scotia unanimously passed bill 75, mandating a contract and imposing wage freezes for 9,300 teachers. As you know the government introduced the nova scotia public services sustainability act bill 148 in december of 2015.
The municipal government act continues to be an important piece of legislation but it is not the modern, practical legal framework it once was. Changes to public procurement nova scotias new public. Under section 4 of the act nova scotia securities commission. Nb local government legislation in context municipalities act. Accessibility town of lunenburg lunenburg, nova scotia. Part i interpretation interpretation 21in this act, a articles means the articles of association of a company, as originally framed or as altered by special resolution, and includes, so far as they apply to the company, the regulations made. Page 3 a guide to starting and operating a campground business in nova scotia section 2 the market for campgrounds in nova scotia 2. The commission administers the securities act and has the authority to make legally binding rules. Municipal government act pdf municipal grants act pdf municipal housing corporations act. Successful bidders who subsequently are found guilty of violation of any cape breton regional municipal by. Nova scotia legislation would reduce cape breton mills. We are registered by the province of nova scotia to submit your land descriptions for approval and to make applications for formal registration to the provincially regulated land registration system. According to available population data, nova scotia s largest and smallest villages are bible hill and river. If a business is based in a residential home, the government of nova scotia may ask for additional information, including a zoning verification letter from your municipal government.
The nova scotia endangered species act ns esa was proclaimed in 1999 and was one of the first provincial endangered species acts in canada. Statements of provincial interest part v planning and development local government resource handbook january 2006 service nova scotia and municipal relations section 5. April 28, 2008 link to bill as introduced second reading. The future of roundabouts in nova scotia will address further provincewide implementation with examples of roundabouts planned and proposed for future construction. Alberta queens printer permits any person to reproduce albertas statutes and regulations without seeking permission and without charge, provided due. The union of nova scotia municipalities unsm represents the provincial interests of local governments and acts as their spokesperson. Trade agreements that impact government procurement in nova scotia include the canadian free trade. Administration municipality of the district of lunenburg. Open government town clerks office, council and cao.