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Nova Scotia Justice

@NS_Justice

Official tweets from Nova Scotia’s Department of Justice.

 Nova Scotia, Canada
novascotia.ca/justice
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Courthouses are receiving reports about text messages that claim you must appear in Provincial Court about an outstanding traffic citation. ❌Nova Scotia's Courts do not send text reminders ❌Do not click this link - it is a phishing scam ❌Delete the text and do not respond
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@nsgovOct 30
Administrative Justice of the Peace Applications Open news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/1…
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@nsgovNov 2
Halifax Homicide Added to Rewards Program news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/1…
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A roster of approved individuals who may act as a Guardian ad litem is now available on nsfamilylaw.ca. More information about the application process, eligibility requirements, and the approved roster can be found on the Nova Scotia Family Law website.
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When first responders have the right training and support, Nova Scotians get better care during moments of crisis. Minister Armstrong spoke at the announcement of Crisis Intervention Team traininng for first responders last week. Learn more: news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/1…
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Their Honours were pleased to host the Peace Officer Exemplary Service Medal Investiture for members of the Nova Scotia Sheriff’s Service at Government House. His Honour congratulated the recipients and thanked them for their professionalism, dedication and exemplary service.
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Nova Scotia is investing $496,000 in community-led projects that support victims, engage young people and help prevent crime by addressing root causes. Some of the funding comes from proceeds of unlawful activity, showing that crime doesn’t pay. Lean more: news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…
Minister Armstrong speaks at a podium along with two grant recipients in front of a mural wall that says "It takes a village."

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Grants Support Public Safety, Crime Prevention Initiatives news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0… Photo courtesy of Camp Hope
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Remembering Gerry Post, a Champion for Accessibility news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…
Gerry Post speaks at the opening of the viewing deck at Peggys Cove in October 2021.

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Community Safety, Well-Being Initiative Getting Started in Nova Scotia Municipalities news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…
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Beginning this week, Nova Scotia Sheriff Services will switch their current grey uniform shirt to a midnight blue version. During the transition, people may see Sheriff Officers wearing either shirt, until the move is completed by mid-fall. 1/2
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2/2 A Sheriff Officer can be identified by the shoulder flash saying Nova Scotia Sheriff Services and by the gold “Sheriff” wording on the front and back of body armour.
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Province Investing in Stronger Critical Incident Response news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…
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@nsgovJul 29
Improving Public Safety with New Police Billing Model for Municipalities news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0…
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The National Police Federation welcomes the @NS_Justice's recent announcement to modernize its municipal police billing model and fund 25 additional RCMP officers - two priorities that deliver on key NPF recommendations. Aligning policing resources with community needs helps support RCMP Members and strengthen public safety across Nova Scotia. news.novascotia.ca/en/2026/0… #NSPoli #RCMP #PublicSafety
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Amendes plus élevées et nouvelles infractions pour favoriser le marché légal et sécuritaire du cannabis news.novascotia.ca/fr/2026/0…
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