Labour and Workforce Development

The Department of Labour Workforce Development works to provide fairness, safety and prosperity for all Nova Scotians by helping them live, learn and work to their highest potential. The department works to protect the public and maintain and grow a safe and prosperous workforce in Nova Scotia with a strong focus on safety, skill development, regulation, education and building partnerships

Feature Items

Pension Review Panel: Final ReportPension Review Panel: Final Report
An expert advisory panel was established to review the Province’s current pension legislative framework. Read the panel's final report, Promises to Keep.
 
Poverty ReductionPoverty Reduction
As part of its vision for a brighter future for all Nova Scotians and their families, the Nova Scotia Government, in cooperation with the Poverty Reduction Strategy Working Group, has embarked on the development of a comprehensive, multi-year poverty reduction strategy.
Nova Scotia School for Adult LearningNova Scotia School for Adult Learning
The Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning (NSSAL) offers programs for adult Nova Scotians who want to improve their literacy skills. Programs are tuition-free and offered at more than 150 sites across the province. Since NSSAL was created, thousands of adults have graduated with their high school diploma.

In the News

    • Jan 18, 2010 - Province Introduces Fines to Reduce Workplace Injuries ... More
    • Dec 22, 2009 - New Health Care Workers On The Job ... More
    • Dec 22, 2009 - Le Comité d'examen continue à recommander l'augmentation du salaire minimum ... More
    • Dec 22, 2009 - Review Committee Continues to Recommend Minimum Wage Increase ... More
    • Nov 20, 2009 - Beware of First Aid Kit Sales Pressure ... More
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