by Kevin Russell | Mar 20, 2026 | News
Nova Scotia Expands Authority to Intervene in Halifax Housing Decisions CBC reports that Nova Scotia will extend and expand its authority to intervene in Halifax housing-related decisions. The move reinforces the province’s role in accelerating housing supply and...
by Kevin Russell | Mar 20, 2026 | News
Nova Scotia Budget 2026–27: Deficit Narrows Slightly, Housing and Health Spending Continue Amid Fiscal Restraint Nova Scotia’s 2026–27 Budget projects a $1.24 billion deficit, slightly improved from the current year but higher than originally forecast due to increased...
by Kevin Russell | Mar 20, 2026 | News
Province Will Not Extend Freeze on Halifax Development Charges The Nova Scotia government has confirmed it will not extend the freeze on Halifax development charges, allowing municipal fees on new construction to resume. Development charges are levied to help fund...
by Kevin Russell | Mar 20, 2026 | News
Credit Agency Analysis Suggests Nova Scotia’s True Fiscal Pressure May Be Larger Than the Headline Deficit Credit-rating agency Morningstar DBRS says Nova Scotia’s latest budget reflects rising fiscal pressure, with debt growth and capital spending pushing overall...
by Kevin Russell | Mar 20, 2026 | News
Canadian Rental Market Faces Mixed Conditions in 2026 Storeys reports that Canada’s rental market is entering 2026 with mixed signals, including increased supply in some urban centres alongside persistent affordability pressures. While new completions may ease vacancy...
by Kevin Russell | Mar 20, 2026 | News
THE STOP THE PROPERTY TAX HIKE CAMPAIGN IS MAKING AN IMPACT AT CITY HALL The Stop the Property Tax Hike campaign is clearly resonating — and it is being felt at the Halifax Regional Municipality Budget Committee. A tense exchange unfolded as Kevin Russell, Executive...
