August 5, 11:15 AM

As of today, August 5, Nova Scotia has two actives case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified yesterday. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, Aug. 5, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Tuesday, Aug. 4.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 253 Nova Scotia tests on Aug. 4 and is operating 24-hours.

To date, Nova Scotia has 64,778 negative test results, 1,071 positive COVID-19 cases and 64 deaths. There are currently no people in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and five cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment:

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better.

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required. Wearing a non-medical mask is mandatory in most indoor public places.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to August 9.

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

It has come to the Social department’s attention that some clients are having problems submitting Power bills for payment to the social department in a timely manner.  Any social client can call NSPC at 1-888-428-6230 and request that they email me (margaretphillips@eastlink.ca) a current copy of your power bill for payment.   Thank you for your cooperation.

August 4, 11:00 AM

As of today, August 4, Nova Scotia has 2 actives case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified yesterday. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, Aug. 4, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Monday, Aug. 3.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 219 Nova Scotia tests on Aug. 3 and is operating 24-hours.

To date, Nova Scotia has 64,497 negative test results, 1,071 positive COVID-19 cases and 64 deaths. There are currently no people in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and five cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama. 

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required. Wearing a non-medical mask is mandatory in most indoor public places.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to Aug. 9.

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 31   11:00 AM 

As of today, July 31, Nova Scotia has two actives case of COVID-19. Two new cases were identified on July 30. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia's chief medical officer of health, will provide an update at noon today. It will be livestreamed at https://novascotia.ca/stayinformed/webcast .

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--Two New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 31, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. Two new cases were identified on Thursday, July 30.

The new cases are in the Central Zone and are Nova Scotians who travelled outside Canada. The individuals have been in self-isolation since returning to the province, as required. 

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 456 Nova Scotia tests on July 30 and is operating 24-hours.

To date, Nova Scotia has 63,647 negative test results, 1,069 positive COVID-19 cases and 64 deaths. There are currently no people in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and three cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment:

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better.

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required. Wearing a non-medical mask is now mandatory in most indoor public places.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets athttps://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to Aug. 9.

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 30    2:45 PM

As of today, July 30, Nova Scotia has no actives case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on July 29. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Non-medical masks are now mandatory on public transportation and will be mandatory in indoor public places starting tomorrow, July 31. Please continue to check our website where we are adding more information and resources. Attached are some resources to help you prepare:

• Updated mandatory mask FAQ

• Face Mask Required sign to post in businesses and workplaces

• How to Wear a Mask poster

Government announced today that reusable masks are available at public libraries and 23 museums for people who have difficulty accessing them. Small businesses can contact NSEconomy@novascotia.ca to get limited supplies of masks to give to customers for the same reason. See the news release in English or French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 30, Nova Scotia has no active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Wednesday, July 29.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 448 Nova Scotia tests on July 29 and is operating 24-hours.

To date, Nova Scotia has 63,212 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases and 64 deaths. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and three cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama. 

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to Aug. 9.

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 29    1:15 PM

As of today, July 28, Nova Scotia has no actives case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on July 28. One additional death was determined to be related to COVID-19. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--Nova Scotia Reports One More Death, No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 29, Nova Scotia has no active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Tuesday, July 28.

Nova Scotia is reporting one additional death related to COVID-19, bringing the total to 64. A female in her 60s with underlying medical conditions died several weeks ago in the Eastern Zone. Her death has been under investigation since then to determine if COVID-19 was a factor. She was not a resident of a long-term care home.

"My thoughts are with this individual's family and loved ones who have been grieving these past weeks," said Premier Stephen McNeil. "This virus has taken a toll on us, but Nova Scotians are strong. We must continue to work together and follow the public health advice as we open our economy, communities and businesses."

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 418 Nova Scotia tests on July 28 and is operating 24-hours.

To date, Nova Scotia has 62,861 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases and 64 deaths. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and three cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama. 

"I echo the Premier's condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased," said Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health. "The individual's case of COVID-19 was previously reported. We have updated the numbers to reflect the death."

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to Aug. 9.

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 27    12:45 PM

As of today, July 24, Nova Scotia has no actives case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified over the weekend. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 27, Nova Scotia has no active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Sunday, July 26.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 200 Nova Scotia tests on July 26 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 62,332 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and no active cases of COVID-19. There are currently no individuals in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and four cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment:

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better.

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets athttps://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to Aug. 9.

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 24   2:15 PM 

Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health for Nova Scotia, announced today that masks will become mandatory in most indoor public places starting July 31. The news release is below and available in French. 

Please see the following for more information:

FAQs attached

Recording of the media briefing

Audio recap from Dr. Strang

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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HEALTH/WELLNESS/COVID-19--Province Announces Mandatory Masks in Indoor Public Places

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Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health for Nova Scotia, announced today, July 24, that masks will become mandatory in most indoor public places starting July 31.

"As we open our economy, our schools and our communities, we must continue to be vigilant to minimize the impact of a second wave of COVID-19," said Premier McNeil. "Wearing a non-medical mask in most indoor public places is a key part of how we protect each other and support our local businesses so they can stay open for the long run."

Indoor public places include:

-- retail businesses

-- shopping centres

-- personal services businesses such as hair and nail salons, spas, body art facilities, except during services that require removing a mask

-- restaurants and bars, except while people are eating or drinking

-- places of worship or faith gatherings

-- places for cultural or entertainment services or activities such as movie theatres, concerts and other performances

-- places for sports and recreational activities such as a gym, pool or indoor tennis facility, except while doing an activity where a mask cannot be worn

-- places for events such as conferences and receptions

-- municipal or provincial government locations offering services to the public

-- common areas of tourist accommodations such as lobbies, elevators and hallways

-- common areas of office buildings such as lobbies, elevators and hallways, but not private offices

-- public areas of a university or college campus, such as library or student union building, but not classrooms, labs, offices or residences

-- train or bus stations, ferry terminals and airports

Children under two are exempt, as well as children aged two to four when their caregiver cannot get them to wear a mask. People with a valid medical reason for not wearing a mask are exempt. Schools, daycares and day camps continue to follow their reopening plans.

People are asked to use their own masks. Government will help with initial supplies of masks for people who cannot bring their own.

"Nova Scotians have made a habit of all the other core public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and now it's time to also make a habit of wearing a non-medical mask in most indoor public settings," said Dr. Strang. "I have confidence that Nova Scotians will do the right thing and take care of each other by wearing masks in these settings."

Quick Facts:

-- information about wearing a non-medical mask can be found at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/staying-healthy/#masks

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 24    11:45 PM

As of today, July 24, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on July 23. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia's chief medical officer of health, will provide an update today at 1 p.m. This update will be livestreamed.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19, State of Emergency Renewed

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As of today, July 24, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Thursday, July 23.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 677 Nova Scotia tests on July 23 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 61,626 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and one active COVID-19 case. There are currently no individuals in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and three cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama. 

The province is renewing the state of emergency to protect the health and safety of Nova Scotians and ensure the safe reopening of businesses and services. The order will take effect at noon Sunday, July 26, and extend to noon Sunday, Aug. 9, unless government terminates or extends it.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to Aug. 9.

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 23    12:30 PM

As of today, July 23, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on July 22. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 23, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Wednesday, July 22.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 438 Nova Scotia tests on July 22 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 61,239 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and one active COVID-19 case. There are currently no individuals in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and three cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama. 

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause 

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to July 26

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

NOVA SCOTIA BACK TO SCHOOL PLAN: 

You can watch the announcement here from the Minister of Education and Early Childhood Zach Churchill chief medical officer of health Doctor Robert Strang today. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcAcG_nwD-A&feature=emb_logo

Some other helpful links: 

Back to school plan: https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/docs/back-to-school-plan.pdf

Bus Operations: https://www2.tc.gc.ca/en/services/road/federal-guidance-school-bus-operations-during-covid-19-pandemic.html

Risk mitigation tool for child and youth settings

operating during the COVID-19 pandemic: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/guidance-documents/covid-19-risk-mitigation-tool-child-youth-settings-operating-during-pandemic.html

COVID-19 Daily Checklist (Screening Tool): https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/docs/Daily-COVID-checklist-en.pdf

July 22    1:45 PM

As of today, July 22, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on July 21. The news release is below and is also available in French. 

Today, Education and Early Childhood Minister Zach Churchill and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health, announced the province's back to school plan. Students will return to school on September 8 with public health measures in place. 

Learn more:

English news release

French news release

Back to School Plan

FAQs attached

Recording of the media briefing

Audio recap from Dr. Strang

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 22, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Tuesday, July 21.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 528 Nova Scotia tests on July 21 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 60,702 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and one active COVID-19 case. There are currently no individuals in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and three cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama. 

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to July 26

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 21    1:00 PM

As of today, July 21, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on July 20. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Education and Early Childhood Minister Zach Churchill and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health, will announce the province's back to school plan on Wednesday, July 22 at noon. The announcement will be livestreamed.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE: 

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 21, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Monday, July 20.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 266 Nova Scotia tests on July 20 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 60,351 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and one active COVID-19 case. There are currently no individuals in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and three cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama. 

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again. 

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus . 

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to July 26

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 20    12:00 PM

As of today, July 21, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on the weekend. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 20, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Sunday, July 19.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 357 Nova Scotia tests on July 19 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 60,072 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and one active COVID-19 case. There are currently no individuals in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and three cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment:

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better.

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets athttps://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to July 26

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 17   1:15 PM 

As of today, July 17, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on July 16. The news release is below and is also available in French. 

In a media briefing today, Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health for Nova Scotia, announced that some visitor restrictions in long-term care homes are being eased and non-medical masks will become mandatory on public transportation. The news release is available online in English and French. Please see the attached FAQs for more information.

Yesterday, the federal and provincial governments announced that Nova Scotia will receive more than a quarter of a billion dollars under the $19-billion federal-provincial-territorial Safe Restart Agreement. The news release is available online.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 17, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Thursday, July 16.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 491 Nova Scotia tests on July 16 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 59,124 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and two active COVID-19 cases. There are currently no individuals in hospital as a result of COVID-19. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and two cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment:

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better.

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult. 

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to July 26

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus 

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

July 16   12:00 PM

As of today, July 16, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on July 15. The news release is below and is also available in French. 

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 16, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Wednesday, July 15.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 499 Nova Scotia tests on July 15 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 58,728 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and two active COVID-19 cases. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and two cases are now resolved. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment:

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better.

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to July 26

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

From: Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada

News release

July 15, 2020 — Ottawa, Ontario — Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada

The Government of Canada is working in partnership with Indigenous peoples to renew the relationship based on affirmation of rights, respect, co-operation and partnership.

A historic agreement has been concluded for the settlement of the Halifax County 1919 Invalid Surrender Specific Claim with Sipekne'katik and the Millbrook First Nation. The parties agreed upon a compensation amount of $49,204,071 to settle the specific claim.

This specific claim addresses the issue of Canada breaching its duties with respect to the surrender and sale of three reserves of the Halifax County Band, which subsequently divided into what is today Sipekne'katik and the Millbrook First Nation. The reserves, IR#15 at Sambro, IR#16 at Ingram River, and IR#18 at Ship Harbour, were set aside in 1784, 1820, and 1848 respectively. Canada accepted this claim for negotiation in 2008 on the basis that Canada failed to conduct a surrender meeting and surrender vote in accordance with the Indian Act.

Settling this specific claim is a significant step on the journey to reconciliation with Sipekne'katik and the Millbrook First Nation, helping to right past wrongs and create a better future for the members of these communities.

Canada will keep working in partnership on the priorities of Sipekne'katik and the Millbrook First Nation, and advance on the path of reconciliation.

Quotes

"Today marks another step forward on a path of renewal and reconciliation with Sipekne'katik and the Millbrook First Nation. The settlement is a result of the continued work to right past wrongs, resolve longstanding disputes, and rebuild trust with members of Sipekne'katik and the Millbrook First Nation. This agreement will help support the communities' ongoing efforts to improve living conditions and expand economic opportunities in their communities."

The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, M.D., P.C., M.P.
Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations

"We are pleased that our community ratified the 1919 Halifax County Invalid Surrender Claim. This settlement will benefit our membership today and into the future as our planned investments pay dividends."

Michael Sack
Chief of Sipekne'katik

"It has taken 100 years to finally secure what the Halifax County Mi'kmaq were after in 1919 – land in Halifax Regional Municipality. This was a difficult negotiation. Our negotiation team working with the Councils overcame all the obstacles in our path. I am proud to say we have been able to honour the dreams of our ancestors while helping our current and future members to have access to more opportunities – now and into the future."

Bob Gloade
Chief of Millbrook First Nation

"Since 2015, we have ensured the relationship with Indigenous communities is paramount on our path to reconciliation. This settlement agreement between the Government of Canada, Sipekne'katik and Millbrook First Nation is another example of that partnership and will help make resources available for new opportunities and prosperity for these communities"

Kody Blois
Member of Parliament, Kings-Hants

"I am pleased that this 100-year-old Mi'kmaq land rights claim has finally been settled. A century is a long time for the people of Millbrook First Nation to wait. We recognize the importance of Reconciliation and I look forward to the Government collaborating in partnership on future projects in Mi'kma'ki. It was an honour to advocate for this agreement to be finalized. All My Relations."

Lenore Zann
Member of Parliament, Cumberland Colchester

Quick facts

• On November 21, 2019, 52 percent of eligible voters for Sipekne'katik participated in a ratification vote, with 79 percent voting in favour of the settlement agreement. For the Millbrook First Nation, 61 percent of all eligible voters participated in a ratification vote, and 88 percent voted in favour of the settlement agreement.

• The settlement will also provide the option for Sipekne'katik and the Millbrook First Nation to acquire up to 1,265.35 acres of land on a willing-buyer/willing-seller basis and apply to have it added to reserve in accordance with Canada's Policy on Additions to Reserve/Reserve Creation.

Associated links

• Millbrook First Nation

• Sipekne'katik First Nation

• Addition to reserve

Contacts

For more information, media may contact:

Emily Williams
Press Secretary
Office of the Honourable Carolyn Bennett,
Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations
819-997-0002

Media Relations
Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
819-934-2302
RCAANC.media.CIRNAC@canada.ca

Millbrook First Nation
Nigel Gloade
Communications Officer
902-897-9199
communications@millbrookband.com

Sipekne'katik
Michael Sack
902-758-2049

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July 15   12:45 PM 

As of today, July 15, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. One new case was identified on July 14. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--One New Case of COVID-19

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As of today, July 15, Nova Scotia has two active cases of COVID-19. One new case was identified on Tuesday, July 14.

The source of infection for this new case, which is in Central Zone, remains under investigation by Public Health and this individual is in hospital.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 444 Nova Scotia tests on July 14 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

The Nova Scotian who had remained in hospital after their COVID-19 infection was considered resolved has been discharged.

To date, Nova Scotia has 58,315 negative test results, 1,067 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and two active COVID-19 cases. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and two cases are now resolved. One person is currently in hospital. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to July 26

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)

Millbrook Fisheries fishing vessel for sale “Chief Gerald Gloade” 44’x20’. 

Needs work, newly surveyed and valued at $240,000.00. For more information, please call the Fisheries office and ask for Tom @ 902-897-0435. 

This vessel will be advertised next week in Tri-Nav Marine sales.

July 14    1:00 PM

As of today, July 43, Nova Scotia has three active cases of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on the weekend. The news release is below and is also available in French.

Please share this information with your staff, board members and stakeholders. We also ask for your support on social media by sharing accurate information from the Department of Health and Wellness and Nova Scotia Government. Follow @nshealth and @nsgov on Twitter and the Nova Scotia Government Facebook page.

Should you not wish to receive these updates, please contact us at covid19info@novascotia.ca to be removed from the distribution list.

Thank you for your interest and support. 

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NEWS RELEASE:

COVID-19/HEALTH/WELLNESS--No New Cases of COVID-19

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As of today, July 14, Nova Scotia has one active case of COVID-19. No new cases were identified on Monday, July 13.

The QEII Health Sciences Centre's microbiology lab completed 310 Nova Scotia tests on July 13 and is operating 24-hours.

There are no licensed long-term care homes in Nova Scotia with active cases of COVID-19.

To date, Nova Scotia has 57,949 negative test results, 1,066 positive COVID-19 cases, 63 deaths and one active COVID-19 case. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and two cases are now resolved. One person is currently in hospital. Their COVID-19 infection is considered resolved but they are being treated in hospital. Cases have been identified in all parts of the province. Cumulative cases by zone may change as data is updated in Panorama.

If you have any one of the following symptoms, visit https://811.novascotia.ca to determine if you should call 811 for further assessment: 

-- fever (i.e. chills, sweats)

-- cough or worsening of a previous cough

-- sore throat

-- headache

-- shortness of breath

-- muscle aches

-- sneezing

-- nasal congestion/runny nose

-- hoarse voice

-- diarrhea

-- unusual fatigue

-- loss of sense of smell or taste

-- red, purple or blueish lesions on the feet, toes or fingers without clear cause 

When a new case of COVID-19 is confirmed, public health works to identify and test people who may have come in close contact with that person. Those individuals who have been confirmed are being directed to self-isolate at home, away from the public, for 14 days.

Anyone who has travelled outside of Atlantic Canada must self-isolate for 14 days. As always, any Nova Scotian who develops symptoms of acute respiratory illness should limit their contact with others until they feel better. 

It remains important for Nova Scotians to strictly adhere to the public health order and directives - practise good hand washing and other hygiene steps, maintain a physical distance when and where required, and wearing a non-medical mask is strongly recommended when physical distancing is difficult.

As of July 3, interprovincial travel within Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador, without the requirement to self-isolate for permanent Atlantic Canadian residents, is permitted. All public health directives of each province must be followed. Under Nova Scotia's Health Protection Act order, visitors from other Canadian provinces and territories must self-isolate for 14 days. Other visitors from outside the Atlantic provinces who have self-isolated for 14 days in another Atlantic province may travel to Nova Scotia without self-isolating again.

Nova Scotians can find accurate, up-to-date information, handwashing posters and fact sheets at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus .

Businesses and other organizations can find information to help them safely reopen at https://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia .

Quick Facts:

-- testing numbers are updated daily at https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus

-- a state of emergency was declared under the Emergency Management Act on March 22 and extended to July 26

Additional Resources:

Government of Canada: https://canada.ca/coronavirus

Government of Canada information line 1-833-784-4397 (toll-free)

The Mental Health Provincial Crisis Line is available 24/7 to anyone experiencing a mental health or addictions crisis, or someone concerned about them, by calling 1-888-429-8167 (toll-free)

Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 by calling 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free)

For help or information about domestic violence 24/7, call 1-855-225-0220 (toll-free)