2008-09-23
Canadian Utility Regulators Elect Nova Scotian Chair
Peter Gurnham has been elected as the 2008-09 chair of the Canadian Association of Members of Public Utility Tribunals.
2008-09-09
Province Implements Automobile Insurance Regulatory Improvements
Government has introduced regulatory changes to enhance the automobile insurance system in the province and better protect consumers.
2008-08-25
Nova Scotia Issues Budget Forecast Update
Nova Scotia's first budget update of 2008-09 forecasts a $166-million increase in the provincial surplus by year end.
2008-08-05
Province Posts Higher Surplus in 2007-08
The province had a record-high surplus for the 2007-08 fiscal year, according to annual financial statements released today, Aug. 5.
2008-06-16
Province Seeks Input on Mandatory Automobile Insurance Rate Applications
The province is seeking input on a plan to have all auto insurance rates reviewed regularly by the province's Insurance Review Board.
2008-05-05
Financial Measures Act Introduced
The Financial Measures Act, supporting a number of measures in the 2008-09 provincial budget, was introduced today, May 5.
2008-04-29
Budget Bulletin: Tax Relief for Nova Scotians
The province of Nova Scotia will hold the line on corporate taxes, proceed with promised tax reductions, and introduce new tax relief in 2008 and 2009. These measures will save Nova Scotians $97 million in 2008 and $138 million in 2009.
2008-04-29
Budget Bulletin: Helping Nova Scotians Stay Warm
The high price of oil has posed challenges for all Nova Scotians, especially those with low incomes. It has also substantially increased the cost of running the Your Energy Rebate program. In light of this, government has revamped the measures necessary to help Nova Scotians stay warm in the winter months.
2008-04-29
Budget Bulletin: Nova Scotia's Commitment to Debt Reduction
The government of Nova Scotia remains committed to sound fiscal management and reducing the province's debt in 2008-09.
2008-04-29
Budget Address
Mr. Speaker, I am proud to present my fourth budget as Minister of Finance and Nova Scotia's seventh consecutive balanced budget.