Nova Scotian Legislation

The bill would require certain buildings to keep indoor areas cool in summer. It aims to reduce heat risks for residents, especially in care homes and multi-unit housing.

A Crown-backed land trust would keep homes affordable by leasing land and selling buildings to eligible households.

A new fund would help small local grocery stores grow and compete. It could remove land rules that stop stores from opening and require annual reporting.

The bill would create publicly funded residential addiction treatment centers. It would help people access housing, jobs and ongoing support during recovery.

The bill would cap rent increases to inflation and boost tenant protections. It would also set standards for heating, pets, and enforcement, helping households manage housing costs.

Shoppers would see the regular price beside sale and loyalty prices. The bill would curb data based pricing and add a sales tax exemption for certain grocery foods.

The bill says you will not lose shelter or disability help if you are homeless or in temporary housing. It applies to shelters, tents, and other temporary stays.

The bill would require signs and packaging to show where produce was grown or harvested. It could cost retailers more to label products.

The bill would give workers more paid sick days, more vacation time, and stronger pay rules. It also changes overtime rules and limits how employers replace workers during strikes.

An Act to Provide Support for Fire Protection Services

An Act to Amend Chapter 158 of the Acts of 1919, An Act to Incorporate the Trustees of St. Matthew’s Church in Halifax, and to Consolidate the Trustees of Fort Massey United Church, St. Andrew’s United Church and St. Matthew’s United Church

The bill would push for renewable targets and offshore energy rules. It could change costs, payments, and land use for energy projects.

An Act to Amend Chapter 4 of the Acts of 1995-96, the Community Colleges Act

An Act Respecting Certain Financial and other Government Measures

An Act to Amend Chapter 3 of the Acts of 2018, the Cannabis Control Act

An Act Respecting Justice and Social Services

An Act to Amend Chapter 1 (1992 Supplement) of the Revised Statutes, 1989, the House of Assembly Act

An Act to Amend Chapter 76 of the Acts of 1983, An Act Relating to Taxation by the Town of Kentville of Industrial and Commercial Properties in the Annapolis Valley Regional Industrial Park

An Act to Amend Chapter 5 of the Acts of 2011, the Elections Act, and Chapter 1 (1992 Supplement) of the Revised Statutes, 1989, the House of Assembly Act

An Act Respecting Administrative Measures for Housing

An Act to Provide for Defraying Certain Charges and Expenses of the Public Service of the Province

Final budget and tax votes cannot happen unless the premier and finance minister are in the chamber. Opposition leaders can agree to proceed in emergencies.

The government must publish a yearly budget that shows how spending affects health, education and fairness. Reports will be plain language, with data by region and group.

People can get court orders to stop sharing real or fake intimate images. Sharers must try to remove images if consent is withdrawn.