Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal

Welcome to the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal

We build and maintain quality provincial infrastructure for Nova Scotians. On this site you will find information about highways and bridges, government buildings, and environmental remediation projects. Check out the provincial highway cameras.


Winter Safety Tips for Motorists

  • Stay home during a storm
  • Watch for black ice, it can form any time the temperature dips below five degrees Celsius.
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    Provincial highway conditions are available by dialing 511 or for local road information call 1-888-432-3233.



    Engineers Wanted
    Nova Scotia Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal is the department of opportunity for young, eager Civil Engineers. See exciting opportunities through our sponsorship program. Here's our video.


    Safe Driving Tips Near Schools and School Buses
    Drive Safely Drivers are reminded to use care when driving near schools and school bus stops as students have returned to class for the new school year. More tips when driving near schools and school buses.

    Safety Services Nova Scotia School Bus Safety Interactive Website


    We welcome all feedback, email tpwpaff@gov.ns.ca or fill in our comment form.

    Road Conditions

    When will my road get plowed?



    News Releases
    Drivers Urged to Stay Off Roads
    2008/11/22
    Road conditions in Nova Scotia are deterorating rapidly due to extremely stormy (full text)

    Traffic Advisories
    Traffic Advisory, Highway 104
    2008/11/22
    Highway 104 from Truro to the Nova Scotia-New Brunswick border is now open and passable with caution. (full text)

    Traffic Advisory, Cumberland County
    2008/11/22
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    Traffic Advisory, Road Closures
    2008/11/22
    The following roads have been closed until further notice due to severe weather conditions: (full text)

    Traffic Advisory, Highway 104
    2008/11/22
    Highway 104, between Truro and the Nova Scotia-New Brunswick border has been closed due to weather conditions. It will remain closed until further notice. (full text)