by Kevin Russell | Aug 21, 2026 | News
Government Asked for Expert Advice—Then Ignored It DID YOU KNOW? Nova Scotia’s Affordable Housing Commission recommended ending the temporary rent cap in 2022. Instead, the Province repeatedly extended it—first through 2023, then 2025 and now 2027. Sources: Nova...
by Kevin Russell | Aug 21, 2026 | News
Mayor Calls for Clearer Priorities in HRM Capital Spending Halifax Mayor Andy Fillmore says HRM must become more disciplined and transparent in deciding which capital projects proceed—and which must wait. Responding to findings from HRM’s Auditor General, the Mayor...
by Kevin Russell | Aug 21, 2026 | News
Halifax Asked to Consider Maximum Indoor Temperature for Rental Housing Calls are growing for Halifax to establish a maximum allowable indoor temperature for rental housing during periods of extreme heat. The proposal would expand municipal regulation beyond existing...
by Kevin Russell | Aug 14, 2026 | News
Rent Control Is the Answer—Until Renters Look for Lower Rents DID YOU KNOW? During a Nova Scotia legislative committee hearing, ACORN Chair Heather Clark, concerned about the province’s high rents, said she was considering moving to Edmonton or Regina, where she could...
by Kevin Russell | Aug 14, 2026 | News
Halifax Council Seeks Region-Wide Reform Following Mayor’s Expense Audit Halifax Regional Council is seeking broader reforms to municipal expense policies following an audit of Mayor Andy Fillmore’s expenses. Rather than limiting its response to the Mayor’s Office,...
by Kevin Russell | Aug 14, 2026 | News
Skyline Moves Forward with Major Nova Scotia Rental Housing Expansion Skyline Living is moving forward with significant new apartment construction in Nova Scotia, adding purpose-built rental housing as the province works to address housing affordability and supply....
