Speech from the Throne Outlines Government's Vision for Nova Scotia
Premier's Office
September 17, 2009 2:15 PM
NOTE: A social media version of this release featuring a video and hi-res downloadable photographs will be available later today at http://gov.ns.ca/news/smr/2009-09-17-speech-from-throne.asp .
Government's plan for a better life for Nova Scotians and their families was outlined today, Sept. 17, in the speech from the throne, which focused on keeping the promises made to Nova Scotians.
"Nova Scotians have put their trust and faith in me and my government to make their lives better, and over the next fours years, I will work everyday to make that happen," said Premier Darrell Dexter. "Taking the provincial portion of the HST off basic home electricity, stimulating the economy with the new home construction rebate, and living within our means are just a few of the ways we will build a better Nova Scotia together."
The throne speech outlined how making life more affordable for Nova Scotians will be a priority. Government will work to ensure seniors can stay in their homes longer, employment support and income assistance programs are more responsive to individuals, and seniors and other residents no longer have to provide a security deposit when entering a long-term care facility.
Fostering economic growth in Nova Scotia during a global recession has already been top of mind for government. The province will continue to make good use of federal infrastructure funding, encourage investment with an increase in the equity tax credit and develop programs to keep Nova Scotia's best and brightest here to put down roots and build a good life.
Government will also focus efforts on providing better access to health care, improving and modernizing infrastructure, keeping communities safe with effective crime prevention strategies, and supporting lifelong learning for Nova Scotians.
The speech from the throne was delivered by Lt.-Gov. Mayann Francis. It can be viewed in its entirety on the web at www.gov.ns.ca/legislature/house_business/throne.html .
FOR BROADCAST USE:
Government's plan for a better life for Nova Scotians and
their families was outlined today (September 17th) in the speech
from the throne, which focuses on keeping promises made to Nova
Scotians.
Premier Darrell Dexter says Nova Scotians have put their
trust and faith in him and his government to make their lives
better and, over the next fours years, he will work everyday to
make that happen.
Taking the provincial portion of the HST off basic home
electricity, stimulating the economy with a new home construction
rebate and living within its means, are just a few of the ways
government will work to build a better Nova Scotia.
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Media Contact: Janet Lynn McNeil
Premier's Office
902-424-5470
Cell: 902-237-4287
E-mail: mcneiljl@gov.ns.ca
NOTE: A social media version of this release featuring a video and hi-res downloadable photographs will be available later today at http://gov.ns.ca/news/smr/2009-09-17-speech-from-throne.asp .
Government's plan for a better life for Nova Scotians and their families was outlined today, Sept. 17, in the speech from the throne, which focused on keeping the promises made to Nova Scotians.
"Nova Scotians have put their trust and faith in me and my government to make their lives better, and over the next fours years, I will work everyday to make that happen," said Premier Darrell Dexter. "Taking the provincial portion of the HST off basic home electricity, stimulating the economy with the new home construction rebate, and living within our means are just a few of the ways we will build a better Nova Scotia together."
The throne speech outlined how making life more affordable for Nova Scotians will be a priority. Government will work to ensure seniors can stay in their homes longer, employment support and income assistance programs are more responsive to individuals, and seniors and other residents no longer have to provide a security deposit when entering a long-term care facility.
Fostering economic growth in Nova Scotia during a global recession has already been top of mind for government. The province will continue to make good use of federal infrastructure funding, encourage investment with an increase in the equity tax credit and develop programs to keep Nova Scotia's best and brightest here to put down roots and build a good life.
Government will also focus efforts on providing better access to health care, improving and modernizing infrastructure, keeping communities safe with effective crime prevention strategies, and supporting lifelong learning for Nova Scotians.
The speech from the throne was delivered by Lt.-Gov. Mayann Francis. It can be viewed in its entirety on the web at www.gov.ns.ca/legislature/house_business/throne.html .
FOR BROADCAST USE:
Government's plan for a better life for Nova Scotians and
their families was outlined today (September 17th) in the speech
from the throne, which focuses on keeping promises made to Nova
Scotians.
Premier Darrell Dexter says Nova Scotians have put their
trust and faith in him and his government to make their lives
better and, over the next fours years, he will work everyday to
make that happen.
Taking the provincial portion of the HST off basic home
electricity, stimulating the economy with a new home construction
rebate and living within its means, are just a few of the ways
government will work to build a better Nova Scotia.
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Media Contact: Janet Lynn McNeil
Premier's Office
902-424-5470
Cell: 902-237-4287
E-mail: mcneiljl@gov.ns.ca