Day: 27 October 2016

Changes to Residential Tenancies Act to Benefit Nova Scotians

Changes to Residential Tenancies Act to Benefit Nova Scotians

Government introduced changes to the Residential Tenancies Act that will benefit both tenants and landlords. The changes will allow for other hearing formats, such as telephone hearings, to be held. Right now, only in-person hearings are allowed. The move to other formats will reduce wait times, and save tenants and landlords time and costs associated […]

Legislation Will Strengthen Enforcement, Collection of Child and Spousal Support

Legislation Will Strengthen Enforcement, Collection of Child and Spousal Support

Legislation introduced Tuesday, Oct. 25, will strengthen the province’s ability to collect court-ordered support payments owed to children and spouses. Amendments to the Maintenance Enforcement Act will give the Maintenance Enforcement Program increased authority to enforce court orders and expanded powers to locate parents who are regularly behind on their payments. The changes will also […]

Province Eases Student Loan Repayment Assistance Plan Rules

Province Eases Student Loan Repayment Assistance Plan Rules

Nova Scotia student loan borrowers using the Repayment Assistance Plan will not be required to make payments on their provincial student loan until they are earning at least $25,000 per year. The change will take effect on Nov. 1. “Every dollar counts when graduates are beginning their careers,” said Labour and Advanced Education Minister Kelly […]