#nova scotia

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Sarah Reeves with Discover Halifax says the city remains a top destination in Canada. She says a lot of first-time tourists are coming to HRM, plus more European and U.S. travellers.

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The event, now in its fifth year, went to new lengths — literally — to expand representation from diverse communities. One of the shows focused on collections from several cultural groups, including Mi'kmaw designers and models. The CBC's Elizabeth Chiu has the story.

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The federal government has told the provinces to be ready as soon as possible to put American alcohol back on the shelves in case a tariff deal is reached before U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff deadline, according to sources. They also said the federal government doesn't believe a deal is imminent.

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Legislation passed last year links university funding decisions to the government's social and economic priorities and could allow the province to force schools into unplanned reorganization.

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Nova Scotia's child death review committee studied whether new riders should face restrictions, such as limits on how powerful a motorcycle a new rider can drive.

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A bail hearing for a man accused of making a bomb threat against the U.S. Consulate in Halifax was adjourned for a third time Friday.

[atlanticcanada]

Rainbow Haven Beach and Lawrencetown Beach are under swimming advisories for this weekend due to a high bacteria count found through routine testing. Lifeguards will be on site to educate people about the dangers of swimming in unsafe water.