Halifax Latest News

• Navy identifies sailor who died in Halifax-area basin incident, says 911 call came in

  The Royal Canadian Navy has identified the victim of last week's tragedy, saying Petty Officer Second Class Gregory Applin was a 19-year veteran of the force.

  Canada

  5 hours
• Federal government orders audit of ferry service between Nova Scotia and P.E.I.

  Canada's transport minister is ordering an audit of the ferry service between Nova Scotia and P.E.I. after a season plagued by delays and interruptions.

  Canada

  7 hours
• Nova Scotia government says wind farms key to meeting 80 per cent renewables goal

  The province announced its latest environmental approval today for 20 turbines in the Melvin Lake wind farm, about 30 kilometres northwest of Halifax.

  Environment

  7 hours
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• Sailor dead after boat capsized in Halifax’s Bedford Basin: Royal Canadian Navy

  The Navy says two sailors were operating a rigid-hull inflatable boat in the Halifax-area bay when it overturned and capsized around 10 p.m. on Friday.

  Canada

  Jan 25
• Woman charged with attempted murder in alleged intimate partner violence in N.S.

  Police in Nova Scotia say they've charged a woman with attempted murder after a man was stabbed in Truro.

  Crime

  Jan 25
• Seals wearing ‘hats’ spotted in Atlantic Canada as part of research study

  Seals across Canada are being tagged by a scientific group in Quebec who are studying their behavior and geographical movement patterns.

  Canada

  Jan 25
• Call for male-targeted prevention programs to address N.S. domestic violence epidemic

  As N.S reckons with what the government has declared an epidemic of intimate-partner violence, Graham and domestic violence experts say more support is needed that targets men.

  Canada

  Jan 24
• Ottawa scraps elver fishery quota redistribution plan after backlash

  A statement from Fisheries Minister Diane Lebouthillier's office said the minister reached the decision after listening to feedback from stakeholders in recent weeks.

  Canada

  Jan 23
• Indigenous MP from Nova Scotia submits application for Liberal leadership race

  Nova Scotia MP Jaime Battiste has joined the Liberal leadership race, confirming today that he has submitted the required documents and a $50,000 deposit to the federal party.

  Canada

  Jan 23
• Fishers worried by N.S. premier’s musings over lifting oil-exploration moratorium

  Nova Scotia's seafood industry is concerned by comments from the premier that he's open to ending a moratorium on fossil fuel drilling in the rich Georges Bank fishing grounds.

  Economy

  Jan 23
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• Grandparent scam: Halifax seniors being targeted for significant money, police warn

  Scammers targeting seniors in the Halifax area have prompted police to issue warnings for two suspects after multiple fraud reports.

  Crime

  Jan 23
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• Halifax Water says boil advisory lifted ‘effective immediately’

  Halifax Water says the boil water advisory in place for the last two days, affecting more than 200,000 people, has been lifted 'effective immediately.'

  Canada

  Jan 23
• Evacuation order lifted in Dartmouth after chemical spill

  An evacuation order has been in Dartmouth, N.S., over a chemical spill at the Bedford Institute of Oceanography, impacting the area near the MacKay Bridge.

  Canada

  Jan 22
• Canadian musician finds AI-generated album using his name, profile without permission

  A Canadian musician was surprised to find an entire album, generated by AI, linked to his name and profile on music platforms without his permission.

  Canada

  Jan 22
• Mother tells Halifax courtroom her life lost meaning after son was stabbed to death

  Speaking through an Arabic interpreter, Basima Al Jaji told youth court that the death of her son, Ahmad Al Marrach, has left her life without meaning. 

  Crime

  Jan 21
• Canada’s population could reach 80M in 50 years, despite immigration cut: report

  Canada’s population will grow over the years regardless of the federal government’s recent decision to slash immigration rates, a new report shows.

  Canada

  Jan 21
• ‘This is my home’: Halifax renter stuck in waiting game for demolition timeline

  In June 2022, the city announced it would be widening Robie Street to add bus lanes — a project that requires space. That will also mean the end to a woman's home of 26 years.

  Canada

  Jan 21
• Boil water advisory issued for parts of Halifax region

  A boil water advisory has been issued for parts of the Halifax region after a power failure at a water treatment facility.

  Canada

  Jan 21
• Halifax airport response in question after flight’s fiery landing, evacuation

  A passenger on a recent rough-landing flight to Halifax says not only was the incident frightening, but the aftermath was poorly managed as people were left out in the cold.

  Canada

  Jan 21
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• Canada, it’s cold outside: Here are the provinces facing warnings

  Many parts of the country are currently experiencing a series of extreme cold weather alerts, with Environment Canada issuing warnings across several provinces.

  Weather

  Jan 20
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• As Trump takes power, Atlantic Canadian seafood firms look to diversify export market

  Seafood industry representatives are urging harvesters and exporters to diversify their markets, as United States President Donald Trump takes office for a second term.

  Canada

  Jan 20
• Public funeral to be held for three Halifax-area children who died after house fire

  A public funeral service will be held Tuesday for three Halifax-area children who died after they were pulled from a burning home in Lower Sackville on Jan. 11.

  Fire

  Jan 20
• Outdoor shooting in Dartmouth leaves man dead, woman injured: Halifax police

  Police are investigating a weekend shooting in Dartmouth, N.S. that claimed the life of a man and injured a second person. Police have not reported any arrests.

  Crime

  Jan 20
• Sackville rallies in bid for ‘Hockeyville’ upgrades to 50-year-old rink

  A group of volunteers recently nominated the Sackville Arena for this year's Kraft Hockeyville competition, in hopes of securing a $250,000 prize to expand the rink in Nova Scotia.

  Canada

  Jan 20
• 61 sickened in 5 provinces in salmonella outbreak linked to mini pastries

  The CFIA said illnesses linked to Sweet Cream mini pastries have been reported in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick, including 17 hospitalizations.

  Health

  Jan 19