Ben Jessome

Please join me at a Virtual Business Connect I am hosting in partnership with Nova Scotia Works. The event will feature representatives from: - Halifax Partnership - Nova Scotia Business Inc. (NSBI) - Department of Labour and Advanced Education... - ISANS - Centre for Women in Business - Job Junction - Nova Scotia Works Halifax The event will be hosted on Tuesday, March 16, from 6:30PM to 8PM. Please RSVP to [email protected] to receive a Zoom link.

Six new cases of COVID-19 are being reported in Nova Scotia today, March 21. As of today, Nova Scotia has 21 active cases of COVID-19. Four of the cases are in Central Zone. Three of the cases are close contacts of previously reported cases and the other case is related to travel outside of Atlantic Canada. The person is self-isolating, as required. Two of the cases are in Eastern Zone. Both cases are related to travel outside of Atlantic Canada and are self-isolating, as required. "Today is the last day of March Break, and kids and teachers head back to school tomorrow. Please remember to keep doing what we have been doing so well all along. Keep our social circles small, follow public health measures and get tested," said Premier Iain Rankin.

Two new cases of COVID-19 are being reported in Nova Scotia today, March 20. As of today, Nova Scotia has 17 active cases of COVID-19. The cases are in Central Zone. One of the cases is a close contact of a previously reported case. The other case is under investigation. "Today is the first day of spring, case numbers continue to stay low and the remaining restrictions in parts of HRM and surrounding communities were lifted this morning. However, that does not mean we can let our guard down," said Premier Iain Rankin. "Let's continue following public health protocols - washing our hands, wearing masks and keeping physical distance."

Three new cases of COVID-19 are being reported in Nova Scotia today, March 19. As of today, Nova Scotia has 17 active cases of COVID-19. The cases are in Central Zone and are all close contacts of previously reported cases. Nova Scotia Health Authority's labs completed 2,549 Nova Scotia tests on March 18. There were 998 tests administered between March 12 and 17 at the rapid-testing pop-up sites in Upper Tantallon, Elmsdale and Halifax. As of March 18, 58,036 doses of COVID-1...9 vaccine have been administered. Of those, 20,050 Nova Scotians have received their second dose. Since Oct. 1, Nova Scotia has completed 275,460 tests. There have been 591 positive COVID-19 cases and one death. No one is in hospital. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 80. There are 573 resolved cases. Cumulative cases may change as data is updated in Panorama.

Three new cases of COVID-19 are being reported today. As of today, Nova Scotia has 17 active cases of COVID-19. Today, March 18, Nova Scotia is reporting a death related to COVID-19. A woman over 80 has died in Central Zone. "On behalf of all Nova Scotians, I extend my condolences to the family and loved ones of this individual," said Premier Iain Rankin. "It's important that we continue to do everything we can to continue to slow the spread of the virus in our province."... The cases are in Central Zone. Two of the cases are close contacts of previously reported cases and the other case is related to travel outside of Atlantic Canada. The person is self-isolating, as required.

The health of our province depends on the health of our people. That’s why our government is continuing to prioritize landmark investments in healthcare infrastructure. In partnership with the federal government, today we were pleased to announce $19 million for projects at the IWK Health Centre, Halifax Infirmary, and QEII Health Sciences Centre as well as $5.7 million for projects at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. These projects are part of our government’s historic investments in healthcare infrastructure, designed to rethink and rebuild healthcare delivery in Nova Scotia. Investments in our healthcare facilities will improve patient care and our resilience in the face of COVID-19, while stabilizing our economy and creating meaningful employment opportunities.

Two new cases of COVID-19 are being reported in Nova Scotia today, March 17. As of today, Nova Scotia has 15 active cases of COVID-19. The first case is in Central Zone and is a close contact of a previously reported case. The other case is in Western Zone and is related to travel outside Atlantic Canada. The person is self-isolating, as required. "Nova Scotians have made changes to their daily lives to limit the spread of COVID-19 and it's no different for St. Patrick's Day," said Premier Iain Rankin. "We have been fortunate to have little to no new cases recently, but we know that the virus can quickly find its way back into our communities. It's important to adjust your St. Patrick's Day celebrations so as to be as safe as possible."

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance, a day to remember and honour the many lives lost due to unacceptance, stigma, discrimination and violence toward transgender and non-gender conforming individuals. We each have a responsibility to create a more inclusive and diverse society and to ensure equal rights for all Nova Scotians.

Our government is committed to protecting the health and safety of seniors in long-term care. That’s why we’re investing $6.2 million to establish six Regional Care Units across the province that will help reduce and manage the spread of COVID-19. Each unit will have specialized resources, and dedicated staff like occupational health, as well as infection prevention and control experts. This is just one step we are taking to keep our senior population safe, while strengthening our response to a second wave.

As of today, Nov. 19, Nova Scotia has 23 active cases of COVID-19. One new case was identified Wednesday, Nov. 18. The new case is in the Central Zone and is currently under investigation. Nova Scotia Health Authority's labs completed 1,314 Nova Scotia tests on Nov. 18. To date, Nova Scotia has 125,434 negative test results, 1,155 positive COVID-19 cases and 65 deaths. One person is currently in hospital. Cases range in age from under 10 to over 90. One thousand and sixty-seven 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.

Oh buddy! Wing night courtesy of Wing'n It Tantallon In order: 1. Friendly Fire 2. Roger Victor Whiskey... 3. Roasted Red Pepper & Garlic 4. Joystick Wing'n It Restaurants

Today, the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia (AGNS) announced the winners of the international design competition for the new Art Gallery of Nova Scotia and Waterfront Arts District. The winning design team's submission outlines a new AGNS that offers an array of accessible experiences. It embodies a vision of a place for all seasons, rooted in sustainability, and connecting the city at the water. The design features a striking peaked hat shape at the entrance, an iconic shape which... is a symbol of the strength, wisdom, love and power that women hold within Mi'kmaw communities. The art and culture sector helps tell the story of who we are as Nova Scotians. Our government is proud to have contributed $70 million to this project, as we recognize the importance of inclusive public spaces and the role they play in our lives, our communities and our economy. We look forward to working with the gallery, the newly selected architectural team, and the public, to shape a final design that is a meaningful and accurate reflection of the diversity of our communities. You can view the winning conceptual design at: https://artgalleryofnovascotia.ca/artsdistrict