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Nova Scotia is moving to crack down on illegal seafood buying & processing. A new compliance unit, with 4 inspectors, stronger penalties, and enhanced tools, will help protect coastal communities, support law-abiding harvesters & processors, and keep our seafood sector strong.
December 1, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Nova Scotia is moving to crack down on illegal seafood buying & processing. A new compliance unit, with 4 inspectors, stronger penalties, and enhanced tools, will help protect coastal communities, support law-abiding harvesters & processors, and keep our seafood sector strong.
Government websites and some government services are down due to a global outage. Novascotia.ca, the Premier’s website, government news, forms, and many digital services are not accessible at this time.
November 18, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Government websites and some government services are down due to a global outage. Novascotia.ca, the Premier’s website, government news, forms, and many digital services are not accessible at this time.
We’re pleased to report that the Lake George wildfire is now being held. That means the fire is not likely to move as long as conditions don’t change. It not yet under control, it could still grow beyond the estimated 288 hectares. All evacuees can return home tomorrow.
October 8, 2025 at 11:05 PM
We’re pleased to report that the Lake George wildfire is now being held. That means the fire is not likely to move as long as conditions don’t change. It not yet under control, it could still grow beyond the estimated 288 hectares. All evacuees can return home tomorrow.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Crews were once again successful in preventing growth yesterday, despite challenging conditions. Current estimate remains 288 hectares. No structures lost. Anticipated rain and cooler temperatures will help.
October 8, 2025 at 2:50 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Crews were once again successful in preventing growth yesterday, despite challenging conditions. Current estimate remains 288 hectares. No structures lost. Anticipated rain and cooler temperatures will help.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Despite hot, dry, windy weather, crews were successful yesterday in preventing growth beyond the current estimate of 288 hectares. They have the same goal today in the face of these challenging conditions.
October 7, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Despite hot, dry, windy weather, crews were successful yesterday in preventing growth beyond the current estimate of 288 hectares. They have the same goal today in the face of these challenging conditions.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and grew slightly to an estimated 288 hectares due to ongoing dry, windy conditions. No reports of damage to structures. The fire is burning deep and today’s high temperature will be a challenge.
October 6, 2025 at 3:57 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and grew slightly to an estimated 288 hectares due to ongoing dry, windy conditions. No reports of damage to structures. The fire is burning deep and today’s high temperature will be a challenge.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Crews worked extremely hard yesterday to limit growth to an estimated 285 hectares despite dry, windy conditions. No reports of damage to structures.
October 5, 2025 at 2:03 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Crews worked extremely hard yesterday to limit growth to an estimated 285 hectares despite dry, windy conditions. No reports of damage to structures.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and grew slightly yesterday to an estimated at 267 hectares. No reports of damage to structures.
October 4, 2025 at 2:27 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and grew slightly yesterday to an estimated at 267 hectares. No reports of damage to structures.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and estimated at 250 hectares. No reports of damage to structures. Dry windy conditions continue to be a challenge and may cause the fire to spread. Crews working hard to protect homes and other structures.
October 3, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and estimated at 250 hectares. No reports of damage to structures. Dry windy conditions continue to be a challenge and may cause the fire to spread. Crews working hard to protect homes and other structures.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and estimated at 245 hectares. No reports of damage to structures. Progress continues on building fire breaks around perimeter. 3 more contracted helicopters arrived today, will start work tomorrow. Next update tomorrow morning.
October 2, 2025 at 9:18 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and estimated at 245 hectares. No reports of damage to structures. Progress continues on building fire breaks around perimeter. 3 more contracted helicopters arrived today, will start work tomorrow. Next update tomorrow morning.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Size now estimated at 245 hectares based on more accurate measurement. No reports of damage to structures. Crews are facing challenging conditions with another dry, windy day.
October 2, 2025 at 1:28 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control. Size now estimated at 245 hectares based on more accurate measurement. No reports of damage to structures. Crews are facing challenging conditions with another dry, windy day.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and still estimated at 290 hectares. No reports of damage to structures. Despite windy conditions, crews are making good progress building dozer guards and laying wet lines with hoses and pumps.
October 1, 2025 at 9:20 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and still estimated at 290 hectares. No reports of damage to structures. Despite windy conditions, crews are making good progress building dozer guards and laying wet lines with hoses and pumps.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and now estimated at 290 hectares. Department of Emergency Management and local fire department working on structure protection, no reports of damage. Further evacuations ordered by Kings County.
October 1, 2025 at 1:59 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and now estimated at 290 hectares. Department of Emergency Management and local fire department working on structure protection, no reports of damage. Further evacuations ordered by Kings County.
Evacuation Order Update: Aylesford Lake
1. Aylesford Rd from (and including) Fox Mountain Campground to Civic 3847 Aylesford Rd.
2. All civics on Spruce Dr, Birch Lane and Blue Lane.
3. All civics between 5 North River Rd to 1493 North River Rd.
1. Aylesford Rd from (and including) Fox Mountain Campground to Civic 3847 Aylesford Rd.
2. All civics on Spruce Dr, Birch Lane and Blue Lane.
3. All civics between 5 North River Rd to 1493 North River Rd.
October 1, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Evacuation Order Update: Aylesford Lake
1. Aylesford Rd from (and including) Fox Mountain Campground to Civic 3847 Aylesford Rd.
2. All civics on Spruce Dr, Birch Lane and Blue Lane.
3. All civics between 5 North River Rd to 1493 North River Rd.
1. Aylesford Rd from (and including) Fox Mountain Campground to Civic 3847 Aylesford Rd.
2. All civics on Spruce Dr, Birch Lane and Blue Lane.
3. All civics between 5 North River Rd to 1493 North River Rd.
Starting today, October 1, Nova Scotia’s minimum wage increases to $16.50 per hour from $15.70. This is the second increase this year, bringing the total increase for 2025 to $1.30.
October 1, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Starting today, October 1, Nova Scotia’s minimum wage increases to $16.50 per hour from $15.70. This is the second increase this year, bringing the total increase for 2025 to $1.30.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and estimated at 150 hectares.
There are no reports of structure damage. The Department of Emergency Management is working on structure protection with the local fire department. Further evacuations are likely, although residents should be prepared.
There are no reports of structure damage. The Department of Emergency Management is working on structure protection with the local fire department. Further evacuations are likely, although residents should be prepared.
September 30, 2025 at 9:22 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and estimated at 150 hectares.
There are no reports of structure damage. The Department of Emergency Management is working on structure protection with the local fire department. Further evacuations are likely, although residents should be prepared.
There are no reports of structure damage. The Department of Emergency Management is working on structure protection with the local fire department. Further evacuations are likely, although residents should be prepared.
Updated shelter info Lake George wildfire evacuees: 24/7 shelter with overnight accommodations is open at Louis Millett Community Complex, 9489 Commercial Street, New Minas. Please register at the shelter or call 902-890-2042. This number has changed from the one posted yesterday.
September 30, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Updated shelter info Lake George wildfire evacuees: 24/7 shelter with overnight accommodations is open at Louis Millett Community Complex, 9489 Commercial Street, New Minas. Please register at the shelter or call 902-890-2042. This number has changed from the one posted yesterday.
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control.
A helicopter is flying over the scene this morning to get a better gauge on the size. Last night’s rough estimate was 300 hectares.
A helicopter is flying over the scene this morning to get a better gauge on the size. Last night’s rough estimate was 300 hectares.
September 30, 2025 at 12:58 PM
The Lake George wildfire is still out of control.
A helicopter is flying over the scene this morning to get a better gauge on the size. Last night’s rough estimate was 300 hectares.
A helicopter is flying over the scene this morning to get a better gauge on the size. Last night’s rough estimate was 300 hectares.
Updated map of evacuation area of the Lake George wildfire in Kings County. Full map:
novascotia.ca/alerts/docs/...
novascotia.ca/alerts/docs/...
September 30, 2025 at 12:23 AM
Updated map of evacuation area of the Lake George wildfire in Kings County. Full map:
novascotia.ca/alerts/docs/...
novascotia.ca/alerts/docs/...
Mandatory evacuation area expanded to include the north end of Aylesford Lake, from Old Mill Lane, southwest to Simpson Cove Lane.
September 30, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Mandatory evacuation area expanded to include the north end of Aylesford Lake, from Old Mill Lane, southwest to Simpson Cove Lane.
A 24/7 shelter with overnight accommodations has been set up for evacuees of the Lake George wildfire. Evacuees can go to Louis Millett Community Complex at 9489 Commercial Street, New Minas. All evacuees are asked to register at the emergency reception area inside the shelter.
September 29, 2025 at 9:55 PM
A 24/7 shelter with overnight accommodations has been set up for evacuees of the Lake George wildfire. Evacuees can go to Louis Millett Community Complex at 9489 Commercial Street, New Minas. All evacuees are asked to register at the emergency reception area inside the shelter.
An evacuation order has been issued between Kingswood Camp and Fox Mountain campground, Kings County, due to the Lake George wildfire. Avoid the area if not affected.
September 29, 2025 at 9:09 PM
An evacuation order has been issued between Kingswood Camp and Fox Mountain campground, Kings County, due to the Lake George wildfire. Avoid the area if not affected.
With dry, windy conditions, the wildfire at Lake George has reverted back to out of control. Current size estimate is 80 hectares. @NSEmergency is supporting evacuation of nearby camps and homes.
September 29, 2025 at 8:34 PM
With dry, windy conditions, the wildfire at Lake George has reverted back to out of control. Current size estimate is 80 hectares. @NSEmergency is supporting evacuation of nearby camps and homes.
The Long Lake wildfire is now under control. It's a key milestone in any wildfire. Under control means the fire is responding well to suppression efforts. It is not expected to grow, but it is still not extinguished. Having reached this milestone, this is our last regular update.
September 27, 2025 at 12:19 PM
The Long Lake wildfire is now under control. It's a key milestone in any wildfire. Under control means the fire is responding well to suppression efforts. It is not expected to grow, but it is still not extinguished. Having reached this milestone, this is our last regular update.
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