Ottawa to put $29 million toward developing a defence lab in Dartmouth, N.S.

The Halifax International Security Forum, hosted by Defence Minister David McGuinty, is set to attract a global audience to discuss the future of democracy and collective defense among democratic allies.

Halifax councillors are facing significant concerns from residents regarding a potential double-digit increase in property taxes in the upcoming budget. Many homeowners fear that such a hike could jeopardize their ability to keep their homes.

The Transgender Day of Remembrance was observed in Halifax with a flag-raising event hosted by Lisa Lachance, the NDP critic for LGBTQ+ affairs. The event honored transgender individuals who have lost their lives due to violence, discrimination, and hate.

Ottawa officials are planning to cull thousands of feral goldfish from a stormwater pond due to a significant increase in their population. The issue has arisen as pet owners release goldfish into warmer waters, leading to a growing problem in the region. Earlier this year, city staff removed 5,000 goldfish from Celebration Park, but it is estimated that around 1,000 more remain in the pond.

Halifax police have determined that a violation of Nova Scotia's lottery rules by a local legion does not constitute criminal wrongdoing. The investigation concluded that the actions taken did not meet the threshold for criminal charges.