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Build Nova Scotia has completed the excavation for the QEII Halifax Infirmary's acute care tower, a milestone in enhancing medical services in the region. The site has been cleared of 543,000 tonnes of soil and rock, and major structural work is set to begin, including the foundation and mechanical work. The expansion, expected to finish by fall 2031, will offer 216 new beds and enhanced medical facilities. This project is a pivotal step towards improving access to healthcare in Nova Scotia.

The Montague Mines site in Nova Scotia, a former gold mining area, will undergo a remediation process funded by over $33.4 million from federal and provincial governments. The site is heavily contaminated with mercury and arsenic from past mining activities. Efforts will include excavating contaminated soil and constructing containment cells to manage the waste. This initiative supports environmental recovery and public health by restoring the land to a productive state.

The Nova Scotia government has opened new student housing at the Nova Scotia Community College's Ivany campus in Dartmouth, providing accommodations for 200 students. This initiative is part of the province's larger housing plan, aiming to ease housing demands and support students. The $58.6 million project includes various suite options with full amenities and is strategically developed to enhance the learning environment. This new development marks an important step in addressing housing needs and was completed on schedule and on budget.

The Nova Scotia Department of Public Works announced plans to repave sections of Highways 101, 104, and 105. Approximately 7 kilometers of roads will be resurfaced to enhance the movement of people and goods, supporting economic growth. The project is part of a broader $161 million investment in road infrastructure set to be completed by late fall. This initiative aims to improve safety and efficiency on key trade routes.

The Government of Nova Scotia has announced plans to repave 19 kilometers of Highway 102 in Hants County. The project will cover three sections of the southbound lanes and is aimed at improving a critical transportation route. Two segments are already open for tender, with completion expected by late fall. This is part of a $161 million commitment to highway and road resurfacing this year.

The Canada Infrastructure Bank has issued a $97 million loan to support Wedgeport Wind, a new wind energy project in Nova Scotia. The project will include the construction of 12 wind turbines capable of generating up to 84 megawatts of renewable energy. It aims to provide clean and affordable power to over 30,000 homes and businesses and will create job opportunities during and after construction. This initiative is part of a larger effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and strengthen the regional power grid with sustainable energy solutions.

Build Nova Scotia announced the completion of the blasting phase at the QEII Halifax Infirmary construction site for the new acute care tower. The project now moves to mechanically breaking rocks near the existing hospital, which is a noisy but necessary step. The new tower, on track to open in 2031, will offer expanded facilities such as 216 beds, a larger emergency department, and advanced diagnostic units. The project is part of the QEII Health Sciences Centre Redevelopment, ranked as one of Canada's top infrastructure projects.

The Halifax Infirmary Expansion Project has reached a significant milestone with the arrival of the first two of four tower cranes at the construction site. This project involves building a new acute care tower at the QEII Health Sciences Centre, providing 216 acute care beds and an expanded emergency department. The construction of this major healthcare infrastructure is expected to be completed by 2030, with the facility becoming operational in 2031. This development is part of a broader effort to meet the healthcare needs of Nova Scotians and Atlantic Canadians.