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Sixteen New Cases of COVID -19 ---------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE: There was an error in the daily case release on Friday, Nov. 27, regarding the number of new cases of COVID-19. Eight new cases of COVID-19 should have been reported on Nov. 27, not nine. ---------------------------------------------------------------- As of today, Nov. 30, Nova Scotia has 138 active cases of COVID-19. Sixteen new cases were identified Sunday, Nov. 29. ...Continue reading

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Atlantic Provinces Advise Caution Relating to Non-Essential Travel Within Bubble ---------------------------------------------------------------- NOTE: The Council of Atlantic Premiers issued the following news release this morning, Nov. 23. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Dr. Andrew Furey, Chair of the Council of Atlantic Premiers, was joined today with New Brunswick Premier Blaine Higgs, Prince Edward Island... Premier Dennis King, and Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil in recommending caution regarding non-essential travel within the Atlantic Provinces. The COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult for all Canadians, and especially our most vulnerable populations. Premiers noted that second waves of COVID-19 are happening across Canada and around the world. Given this, Premiers discussed the need for extra caution on non-essential travel in the region and agreed to monitor this closely over the next two weeks. Some provinces may take additional measures. Premiers agreed that measures will be reviewed with the advice of Atlantic Chief Medical Officers of Health. Premiers wish to acknowledge the sacrifices all residents have made to help contain the spread of the virus and recognize the ongoing cooperation and dedication of businesses, individuals and families throughout Atlantic Canada. Premiers remain committed to working together to support economic and social recovery while ensuring the health and safety of all residents. For more information about the COVID-19 response and specific public health requirements from each of the Atlantic Provinces, please consult the following links below: -- New Brunswick: http://www.gnb.ca/coronavirus -- Newfoundland and Labrador: https://www.gov.nl.ca/covid-19/ -- Nova Scotia: https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/ -- Prince Edward Island: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/covid-19

New Restrictions to Reduce Spread of COVID-19 ---------------------------------------------------------------- Protecting the health and safety of Nova Scotians by taking steps to slow the spread of the coronavirus is government's top priority. That is why new restrictions on gathering limits and social circles in urban and many suburban areas of Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) and Hants County were announced today, Nov. 20. In addition to the new restrictions, governmen...Continue reading

One New Case of COVID-19 ---------------------------------------------------------------- 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. ...Continue reading