Articles tagged with "Government and Policy"

Halifax's municipal staff presented a plan to construct a permanent soccer stadium in its downtown area. The proposed 8,500-seat stadium aims to serve professional teams and community events but faces logistical challenges as it would require land currently used by other groups. Funding remains a significant hurdle, with the city rejecting financial responsibility. The total estimated development costs range from $116 million to $123 million, and further public consultations are anticipated.

A $7.4 billion hospital expansion project is currently underway in downtown Halifax. The site preparations include the installation of fencing, site trailers, and heavy equipment, as well as the erection of two tower cranes. This development, adjacent to the QEII Halifax Infirmary, is recognized as the most ambitious healthcare infrastructure project in Atlantic Canada.

The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is lending $97 million to support the Wedgeport Wind energy project in Argyle, Nova Scotia. This project involves the construction and installation of 12 wind turbines, providing 84 megawatts of renewable energy to power over 30,000 homes. The initiative will create up to 85 jobs during construction and more opportunities for operations and maintenance. The CIB aims to bridge financial gaps for clean energy projects in Nova Scotia, with the Wedgeport Wind project being a key part of their initiatives in the region.

Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston is proposing a significant expansion of the province's offshore wind energy sector. This initiative is in response to Prime Minister Mark Carney's vision of transforming Canada into an "energy superpower." Houston is seeking federal funding from the Liberal government to support this ambitious project.

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.

SolarBank Corporation is set to develop a 6.9-megawatt solar project in Brooklyn, Nova Scotia, in collaboration with Trimac Engineering, as part of the province's Community Solar Program. The project, costing approximately $13.9 million, aims to achieve 80% renewable energy by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2035. Scheduled to begin in spring 2026, it will provide power to about 900 homes and offer community members credits on their utility bills. SolarBank's initiative supports grid resilience and local economic growth, though it faces risks such as regulatory and financial challenges.

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.

Nova Scotia is investing $10 million to enhance the construction industry through the establishment of the Cape Breton Trades Exhibition Centre. This new facility aims to provide hands-on exploration and learning opportunities for youth, community groups, and apprentices. The investment will support three main initiatives focused on encouraging more Nova Scotians to pursue careers in the trades.