2006/2007
Staying on the road
For commercial truck drivers, time is money. New technology on Highway 104 at Auld's Cove means most truck headed east no longer have to spend time at the scale house.
Protecting the environment, not the paperwork
Changes to the application and approval process for on-site septic systems are not only saving home builders time and money, but also ensuring a clean and sustainable environment.
Speedier, simpler permits
Installing propane in a home should be safe and simple, but that hasn't always been the case. Prior to recent changes, safety was ensured, but getting a permit took three to five days.
Making safety accessible 24/7
Through the Worker's Compensation Board's (WCB) MyAccount, employers can now take care of most of their safety needs, securely over the Internet any time and any day.
Parlez-vous français?
You don't need to travel far to enjoy language diversity in Nova Scotia. Accessing services in your mother tongue is now getting easier for business owners.
Focusing on safety potential
The Priority Employer Program is about improving workplace safety and getting people back to work, which can ultimately save money for employers on their premiums to the Work's Compensation Board (WCB).
Heating homes for less — in 40 days
A fuel rebate is good news for many people, but it can mean a lot of changes behind the scenes. Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations worked with home heating companies to get the job done in 40 days.
Easing into new regulations
To adapt your business to a new regulation, you need time and information to understand it. The new Workplace Violence Prevention regulations, and the plan to roll them out were developed with this in mind.
