Government

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- Includes news releases, government details, tourism information, business resources, and a directory of all government departments and agencies.

Association of Municipal Administrators, Nova Scotia :

- A participant in providing leadership, funding and programming in local governmental professional development and training. Lists membership, ethics, projects, newsletter, services and contact information.

Consumer Information :

- Promotes fairness in the marketplace and champions consumer protection through education, regulation and complaint resolution. Lists services by topic.

Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture :

- The department regulates these industries and offers information on programs and services, organization, education, food, environment, aquaculture, marketing and industry.

Department of Health :

- Main site for health services related issues.

Department of Natural Resources :

- Policy, programs and services relative to the development, management, conservation and protection of energy, forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources.

Department of Natural Resources - Wildlife Division :

- Promote and implement the principles and ethics of conservation and sustainable use of wildlife populations, habitats and ecosystems in Nova Scotia.

Department of Tourism and Culture :

- Develops, preserves and promotes tourism, culture, heritage and nature to stimulate economic growth in the province. Lists news, business plan, services, operations, contact information and links.

Minerals and Energy Branch Information :

- Information site maintained by the Minerals and Energy branch ot the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources.

Municipal Government within Nova Scotia :

- The Oultwood LG Index of local government web sites for the province using clickable maps and lists. Offers link check dates, information, feed back and help.

Nova Scotia Environment and Labour :

- Works to protect and promote the safety of people and property, a healthy environment, employment rights, the interests of financial services consumers and pension plan members, and consumer interests.

Nova Scotia Geomatics Centre :

- Provides an overview of maps, aerial photographs and related geographic information products and services available on the Province.

Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission :

- Providing information and education programs to promote positive race relations and affirmative action to build a better Nova Scotia.

The Nova Scotia Legislature :

- Official site of the Nova Scotia Legislative Assembly of Government. Consisting of the Lieutenant Governor and the House of Assembly.

Nova Scotia Permits Directory :

- Information on more than 390 licences, permits, registrations, certifications, and related services. Explains who needs it, who issues it, how to apply, costs and expiry.

Nova Scotia Property Information On-Line :

- Computerized and mapped property ownership records for the entire province available to subscribers.

Nova Scotia Provincial Tax Commission :

- Administering the Revenue Act and Sales Tax Act concerned with tobacco, gasoline, diesel, propane taxes and audit and compliance.

Nova Scotia Registry of Motor Vehicles :

- Information on registering a vehicle, obtaining a drivers license and other related matters.

Nova Scotia Tourism Partnership Council :

- Plans and delivers tourism marketing and product development programs in a partnership between industry and government. Lists marketing, research, reports, news, links and contact details.

Nova Scotia Vital Statistics :

- Recording the births, deaths, and marriages in Nova Scotia and issuing certificates and genealogy searches.

Office of Acadian Affairs :

- The office focuses on increasing the visibility of the Acadian community and promoting its heritage and culture. Offers mission, contacts and related links.

Premier of Nova Scotia :

- Official government site pertaining to Rodney MacDonald.

Property Valuation Services Corporation :

- A municipally controlled not-for-profit corporation which determines the market value of properties in the Province of Nova Scotia annually; includes FAQ, advice and contacts.

Registry of Joint Stock Companies :

- Directs and administers the incorporation and/or registration of all companies doing business in Nova Scotia, and non-profit societies.

Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities :

- Represents the provincial interests of local governments and acts as their spokesperson. Lists information about the organization, services, officers, members and contact details.