2012-04-19
Amendments Harmonize Securities Legislation to National Standard
The province is improving investor protection through amendments to the Securities Act introduced today, April 19.
2012-04-12
Financial Measures (2012) Act Introduced
The province is putting tax cuts for small businesses and families into law. The Financial Measures (2012) Act, introduced today, April 12, by Finance Minister Graham Steele, also strengthens governance of the province's largest pension plan.
2012-04-04
Phase One of Fair Auto Insurance Implemented
The province's consumer-friendly auto insurance reforms, effective April 1, ensure all drivers in Nova Scotia enjoy greater benefits and will not face premium increases if they cover damage costs themselves.
2012-04-03
Province Approves Write-offs for 2011-12
The province is writing off $38.4 million in debts that were considered unpaid or uncollectible as of March 31, 2012.
2012-04-03
Budget Address by Finance Minister Graham Steele
I am pleased to introduce Budget 2012 -- a budget built on fiscal discipline. A budget that stays the course while protecting health care and education. A budget that supports the game-changing opportunities that lie in front of us after an historic year for Nova Scotia.
2012-04-03
Budget 2012 Continues Strong Fiscal Discipline
NOTE: A social media release with high-res downloadable photos video and audio is available at http://www.gov.ns.ca/news/smr/2012-04-03-Budget-2012
Finance Minister Graham Steele tabled the 2012-13 provincial budget today, April 3. This budget illustrates that the government's fiscal plan is working.
2012-04-02
Small Business Tax Rate Dropped Again
The province is putting another $10 million back into the hands of small businesses, with the third tax rate reduction in as many years.
2012-03-30
Budget Date Announced
Finance Minister Graham Steele will introduce Nova Scotia's 2012-13 budget in the House of Assembly on Tuesday, April 3.
2012-03-27
User Fees Will Not Increase in Budget 2012
The province will not be increasing fees in Budget 2012.
2012-03-20
Continued Fiscal Discipline Having Positive Impact on Province's Bottom Line
The province's latest budget update forecasts an improved bottom line.