Category: Nova Scotia

On average, there are 13 snowy days in Nova Scotia in March. Is there snow in Nova Scotia in March? The tables below list monthly averages for snowfall during March at cities, towns and parks in Nova Scotia.Cape Breton Island. Days 11 Place Sydney Inches 19.0 Centimetres 48.1 Is March a good time to visit […]

Dive in to some of Nova Scotia’s warmest ocean beaches, right here on the Northumberland Shore. Waters can reach up to 22°C (72°F) during the summer months! Can u swim in Nova Scotia? There are many sand beaches along the coast of the province, and waters are often warm enough for a longer dip in […]

Because of Nova Scotia′s position on a trailing-edge plate margin the risk of a tsunami is low. What Canadian regions are at highest risk for a tsunami? The coast of British Columbia is at the highest risk of tsunamis in Canada but tsunamis can occur on any coastal area. What states are most likely are […]

Nova Scotia is characterized by a variety of landscapes: rolling hills, fertile valleys, forests, rivers and lakes, cliffs and beaches. The province’s landscape and climate are often compared to Scotland’s. What is the land like in Halifax? Metropolitan Halifax is located along a rugged, low relief fjord coastline, created as post-glacial sea-level rise drowned glacially […]

The Province of Nova Scotia considers submerged land located along the coast of Nova Scotia to be provincial Crown land, owned by the province, unless it has been sold by way of provincial or federal grant or it is considered to be a federal public harbour. Can a beach be privately owned in Nova Scotia? […]

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Electrical installations must be performed by someone who holds a certificate of qualification in the Electrical Construction trade issued by the Department of Labour and Advanced Education. Can I do electrical work on my own house Canada? Electrical work can also be done in a home by the homeowner or occupant. (An occupant is someone […]

Building Fees Minimum Fee $25.00 For new construction or addition to existing buildings; fees are based on the floor area. $1.08 per square metre ($0.10 a square foot) – $50 Development Permit fee Depending on the complexity of your project, additional fees may be required. How long does it take to get a Building Permit […]

You are required to obtain a permit from the Department of Natural Resources before building any structure below the ordinary high water mark. To view this information please visit: http://novascotia.ca/natr/land/policybeforeyoubuild.asp or call 902-424-3160 to request a free hard copy. Can you own shoreline in Nova Scotia? The Province of Nova Scotia considers submerged land located […]

“From rising sea levels and extreme weather to wildfires and flooding, climate change already presents risks to Nova Scotia’s communities, environment and economy. How will rising sea levels affect Nova Scotia? In a new report assessing climate risks across Nova Scotia, the province says not only will sea levels rise if the province — and […]