Nova Scotian Legislation

Stops most businesses from collecting SINs and lets health data be shared to prevent serious harm. Raises bar security rules, protects some tenants, and clears unsafe Crown-land structures.

Drivers face tougher roadside suspensions, bans on hand-held devices, and stricter vehicle checks. Cities can set e-scooter and local speed rules, and electronic licences are allowed.

Police can freeze and seize property tied to crime without a conviction. Child support can be set outside court and some estate and jury rules are simplified.

Makes permits and filings simpler and faster for businesses, builders, and farmers. Lets government set small-scale beach and Crown land rules and track mineral permits online.

The canoe club can borrow money and secure loans however it chooses. This may help pay for repairs but could affect member fees if debts rise.

Sets up an office and task force to make a women's health plan. It aims to improve care access and reduce wait times for women and gender-diverse people.

Families will pay about $10 per day on average for licensed child care. A single waitlist and public funding will expand not-for-profit and public spaces.

Homes within 5 km of mines get free well-water and long-term radon tests, with plain results and follow-up help if levels are unsafe.

Workers get overtime sooner, double pay after 12‑hour days, and at least 32 hours off each week. Employers must pay three hours for call‑ins and follow a new manager test.

Employers must provide flushing toilets on construction sites when practical. Chemical toilets can be used only as a last resort and sites must be reviewed for upgrades.

Plans and funds more public and non-profit care beds, sets a 4.1-hour daily care-aide minimum, and reports yearly on wait lists, crowding, and staffing.

The government must post monthly and annual reports listing rural emergency department closures and hours. You can see which local EDs closed and why.

The bill sets aside part of the fuel tax to pay yearly transit grants. Towns must match the money and can get bonuses for more riders and bus lanes.

Starts a six-month public consultation to design a modern fire services law. No immediate changes; a new provincial fire law must be introduced by September 30, 2026.

Government commits to the TRC Calls to Action. The Premier must table a plain annual public report on progress.

Stores must show tax-in prices when tax applies, display sale and regular prices side-by-side, and list member and single-item prices clearly so shoppers can compare.

Government must check new province-wide programs for border impacts. It orders a plan with targeted services, cross-border health coverage, and investment; spending needs legislative approval.

The law puts the UN declaration into provincial rules. It allows public agreements that can add consent steps for permits and requires yearly progress reports.

Creates a fund to help small independent grocery stores pay for renovations, energy efficient equipment, and accessibility upgrades. Shoppers may see fresher food and easier access.

Requires a public plan with clear poverty targets and yearly reports. Reviews benefits, housing, and training to check if people have enough support.

Clinics can subtract the provincial sales tax on veterinary services at checkout. The province reimburses clinics, so eligible vet care costs less for owners.

More low-income earners will pay no provincial income tax. People earning around $15,000 will keep more pay.

Buyers pay only federal GST on qualifying used cars already registered here. Private sales also avoid the provincial registration tax.

Government must collect and publish local rents and incomes for each small community. Benefits and program rules could change to better match local costs.