Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Contract signed for sewage treatment plant upgrade
The Town of Antigonish has been signed a contract with CBCL Limited for the design and oversight of significant upgrades to the Antigonish Sewage Treatment…
Nova Scotia
Dalhousie researcher highlights Laurentian Great Lakes fisheries in new documentary
The Laurentian Great Lakes are known for many things – the sometimes harsh weather, the drinking water they provide to millions of people and as…
Canada invests in Nova Scotia small craft harbours
Small craft harbours play a vital role in our community, bringing people together in work and play, while supporting jobs in the fish and seafood…
Province invests in storm protection for Market Wharf in Pictou
A shared investment from the federal, provincial and municipal governments will protect the Market Wharf in Pictou from storms and rising sea levels. The Market…
Meet the researcher who thinks about water so you don’t have to
The average Canadian household uses 223 litres of water every day. Drinking, cooking, bathing, washing—it all adds up. For the more than 200,000 Halifax residents…
Nova Scotia facility achieves sustainable wastewater management with innovative solution
Located in the heart of Nova Scotia, Canada, AtlantiCann Medical Inc. (AMI) features a 75,000-square-foot facility purpose-built to meet the most rigorous quality and control standards.…
Dalhousie breakthrough with industrial partners poised to transform wastewater treatment worldwide
Halifax, NS – For the first time, Dalhousie researchers and their industrial partners have proven UV LED light has the power to treat municipal wastewater.…
Williams Lake Dam replacement protects and regulates
People living around and downstream from Williams Lake in Halifax and their properties will be safer with the Province’s construction of a new dam. The…
Provincial funding to protect coastal community trail in Digby County
A popular coastal trail in Belliveau Cove, Digby County, will be protected from coastal flooding, erosion and storm surge with help from the Province. The…
Pictou invests in coastal protection and stormwater infrastructure upgrades
The Town of Pictou is set to bolster its coastal protection and stormwater infrastructure, thanks to a significant investment from the Province of Nova Scotia.…
New sewer system to support future growth in New Glasgow
NEW GLASGOW, NS – A new sewer system and a housing rejuvenation project will help support current and future growth in New Glasgow. “New Glasgow,…
Bridgewater to receive water, wastewater infrastructure upgrades
BRIDGEWATER, NS – Upgrades to water and wastewater infrastructure in Bridgewater will improve water quality, help firefighters in emergencies and improve the efficiency of the…
Atlantic First Nations Water Authority partners with Dalhousie to deliver world-class water treatment
By Andrew Riley Dalhousie University communications HALIFAX, NS – A signing ceremony held on Nov. 7, 2022 transferred ministerial responsibilities and liabilities to the AFNWA…
West Hants to receive water storage upgrade
WEST HANTS, NS – The Province of Nova Scotia is investing in new infrastructure that will benefit residents and business in West Hants Regional Municipality.…
Pictou Country to receive wastewater upgrades
More wastewater upgrades in Pictou County will support growth in the community of Salem. “Pictou is a vibrant community with tremendous opportunity for continued growth…
Barrington, NS, wastewater plant receives funding for wastewater upgrade
BARRINGTON, NS – Barrington will improve its wastewater treatment after a combined investment of more than $1.1 million from the federal and provincial governments, along with the Municipality of…
Bridgetown funded to increase wastewater management
BRIDGETOWN, NS – Bridgetown will increase its capacity to manage wastewater after a combined investment of $682,000 from the federal and provincial governments and the Municipality of the County of…
Pictou County to receive drinking water and wastewater upgrades
PICTOU COUNTY, NS – Residents of Pictou County will have enhanced access to clean water and municipalities will be better able to manage wastewater with…
Senior levels of government invest in District of Guysborough wastewater infrastructure
CANSO, NS – Canso will see improvements to its wastewater management after a combined investment of more than $350,000 from the federal and provincial governments and the Municipality of…
Port Williams receives drinking water and wastewater management investment
Port Williams, NS – Port Williams will improve the quality of its drinking water and increase its capacity to manage wastewater after to a combined…
SPONSORED: Charting a Sustainable Maritime Future: The 2024 Sustainable Blue Economy Summit
Setting Sail Towards a Sustainable Tomorrow Picture this: the historic city of Halifax, where history, industry, and nature converge, stands on the brink of a…
Canada and Nova Scotia invest in disaster mitigation infrastructure in Lawrencetown
Lawrencetown, NS — A section of Route 207 along Lawrencetown Beach will be rebuilt to protect it from the impacts of storm surge and sea level…
DIPRA welcomes town of Amherst, Nova Scotia to the Century Club
Birmingham, AB – The Ductile Iron Pipe Research Association welcomes the Canadian town of Amherst, Nova Scotia, to The Century Club, which honours the strength…
Funding helps Nova Scotia communities become resilient to climate change
Several organizations are receiving funding to help protect communities, residents and natural areas from the impacts of climate change. More than $2.4 million from the…