In response to new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods, Nova Scotia is implementing retaliatory measures. These include barring American businesses from provincial contracts, doubling Cobequid Pass tolls for U.S. commercial vehicles, and removing all U.S. alcohol from liquor stores. Premier Houston framed these actions as a necessary response to protect Nova Scotian interests and businesses. The province is actively exploring further options to mitigate the economic impact of the tariffs.
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Halifax Regional Police concluded their investigation into the death of 19-year-old Walmart employee Gursimran Kaur, finding no evidence of foul play. The investigation involved interviews, video review, and collaboration with the Nova Scotia Department of Labor and medical examiner. Police have shared their findings with Kaur’s family and stated this will be their final update on the case. The Nova Scotia Department of Labour is now leading a separate workplace investigation, and Walmart is removing the oven as part of a pre-planned remodel.
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Three trick-or-treaters from Halifax unexpectedly found unsafe items in their Halloween bags. Two of them received tins filled with pre-rolled cannabis joints while the other found a razor blade in his bag. The tins were sealed and were likely sold in Ontario while the latter potentially came from a home on Taranaki Drive. The police are calling on the public for leads and cautioning parents to double check their children’s bags. Violators could face legal repercussions under the Cannabis Control Act and criminal negligence.
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