But that seems normal, … Nova Scotia said it has identified two cases of COVID-19 at schools in the province on Sunday. As schools and businesses across the country clamp down on travel in response to the surging coronavirus outbreak, many are calling on educational institutions in Nova Scotia to do the same. If a confirmed case of COVID-19 is identified in a school, the Regional Centre for Education or Conseil scolaire acadien provincial (CSAP) notifies parents, students and staff. “We’re trying to help the most vulnerable people in our community avoid getting infected and this is the easiest way to do it,” said Lidensmith. Nova Scotia has required everyone to wear a mask in any indoor public space, including upper grade schools, since July. READ MORE: 4 new cases of COVID-19 reported in Nova Scotia on Sunday. According to the province, the schools will remain closed to students until Thursday, Dec. 10. After over nine months, the Emera Oval skating rink finally reopened to the public on Monday. On Wednesday, Health Canada approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine. HALIFAX - Nova Scotia reported three new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday. Get a roundup of the most important and intriguing stories, delivered to your inbox, Calls for Nova Scotia schools and universities to close amid COVID-19 concerns. The remaining case, they said, was determined to be connected to a previously reported one. Mount Saint Vincent University administrative vice-president Mustansar Nadeem says right now, the risk of that happening is low, especially as the semester draws to an end, but he says they are weighing all options, including how that could impact final exams. People most at risk of this include older adults and people with severe chronic medical conditions like heart, lung or kidney disease. Nova Scotia reported two new cases of COVID-19 on Friday. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Andrew Vaughan HALIFAX - Nova Scotia … Want to discuss? Confused about COVID-19? COVID-19 - IMPORTANT UPDATE There is no denying that COVID-19 has presented this Country, and many others, with difficult challenges. He says the decision wasn’t made lightly, and his biggest concern wasn’t about his family getting infected, but rather them contributing to spreading it in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia reported two additional cases of COVID-19 on Monday, the first cases associated with schools.. Eight previously reported cases are now considered recovered, dropping the … In the meantime, students and staff will receive an update Wednesday. On Thursday the government of Ontario decided to extent March break by two weeks due to concerns surrounding COVID-19. The department of Education in Nova Scotia did not get back to Global News about whether or not they were looking at similar measures, but on Tuesday, Education Minister Zach Churchill told reporters it wasn’t something they were considering. The concern is shared by the Nova Scotia Teacher’s Union as well. The school had been closed to students today as a professional development and virtual parent/teacher day. Nova Scotia offers opportunities to work in French in various schools across the province. Nova Scotia reported 17 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday and New Brunswick reported six as the stream of cases from ongoing outbreaks continued in both provinces. Nova Scotia is reporting three new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday, two related to Dartmouth schools.One case is at Prince Andrew High School and the other is at Eric Graves Memorial Junior High School, according to a news release from the Department of Health and Wellness.The school communities have been notified, despite the schools being closed for the holiday break.An emailed … The case at St. FX was included in the province's daily COVID-19 … By Keith Doucette The Canadian Press. Dustin Lindensmith, a father of three, was looking forward to a family trip to New York City over the upcoming march break. A swab is taken at a pop-up COVID-19 testing site on the Dalhousie University campus in Halifax on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020. GRANT FROST: Nova Scotia schools have worked hard to remain COVID-free. Listen to our podcast. In total, four cases have been detected at the factory now, enough for premier Stephen McNeil and chief medical officer of health Robert Strang to deem it an “outbreak.” Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, Nova Scotia's chief medical officer of health, at the live COVID-19 briefing on Monday, Dec. 21. To turn the tide of COVID-19 infections in Nova Scotia, Premier Stephen McNeil and Dr. Robert Strang, chief medical officer of health, announced new restrictions in Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) and across the province today, Nov. 24. Directory of Public Schools: List of public schools and Regional Centre for Education contact information. A surge in COVID-19 cases in New Brunswick has led Nova Scotia to tighten the border with that province. “We have a hotel booked in Times Square, we have tickets to a Broadway show, we’re planning to visit museums, we’re planning to be in central Manhattan where a ton of tourists would be,” he said. Nova Scotia reported 17 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday and New Brunswick reported six as the stream of cases from ongoing outbreaks continued in both provinces. Nova Scotia has reported 51 COVID-19 cases so far in November. But as Graeme Benjamin reports, special restrictions will make things look a bit different this year. Please read our Commenting Policy first. School-based cases of COVID-19. Government of Nova Scotia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nova Scotia said it has identified two cases of COVID-19 at schools in the province on Sunday. Grant Frost. © 2020 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc. We will continue to monitor this evolving situation and will respond in step with our partners. Nova Scotia will report rapid-testing pop-up numbers weekly, starting this Friday. 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A surge in COVID-19 cases in New Brunswick has led Nova Scotia to tighten the border with that province. A private school is a school, other than a public school, that serves school-age children and has a curriculum comparable to that provided by the public schools but does not include a home-education program. Strang and McNeil thanked kids for following guidelines and urged them to keep wearing masks. One case is in the eastern health zone and the other in the central zone. And if you get sick, stay at home. students attending N.S. Nova Scotia will close its public schools for an extra week over the holiday season, Premier Stephen McNeil announced Friday. “I think it’s the responsible thing to do.”, [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]. It closed schools linked to COVID-19 cases. One of the cases is at Prince … As with any positive case, public health said it will be in touch with any close contacts of this case and advise of next steps. As Elizabeth McSheffrey reports, that's concerning news to tourism industry stakeholders in the region. Here are some things you need to know: Health officials say the risk is very low for Canadians, but they caution against travel to affected areas (a list can be found here). Alexa MacLean reports. O n December 11, the Nova Scotia government announced nine new cases of COVID-19 in the province. Map of NS Regional Centres for Education Mandryk: 2020's pandemic has both brought about and sped up change. “The universities, I can say with great confidence, have all struck committees over the last two weeks to address all of the operating challenges that they potentially face,” said Peter Halpin, president of the Association of Atlantic Universities. Since the start of the pandemic, Nova Scotia has conducted 199,004 COVID-19 tests and reported 1,368 positive cases. 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However, he did acknowledge “the situation is fluid and could evolve very quickly,” and that the department is in constant communication with the province’s chief medical officer of health. Health authorities in Nova Scotia have revealed the province’s new plan to administer more than one million doses of COVID-19 vaccines over the next six months. COVID-19 ( Coronavirus ) Updates | Tourism Nova Scotia, Canada READ MORE: Coronavirus fears prompt Ontario university to move classes online — should others? Alabama vs. Ohio State players in the NFL: Which school's stacked pro roster wins head-to-head? Learn More. Like us on Facebook to see similar stories, Sister says brother's ashes that seemed lost in transit are now home, Going big: US dispensing shots at stadiums and fairgrounds, Right-wing app Parler booted off internet over ties to siege, These Are The Best Finds From Urban Outfitters’ Home Sale (That Ends Tonight! Across Nova Scotia, public schools are reopening on Monday after an extra week off designed to keep COVID at bay. After a five-week COVID-19 lockdown, restaurants across the Halifax Regional Municipality and Hants County can reopen for dine-in service. 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One of the cases is at Prince Andrew High School … To prevent the virus from spreading, experts recommend frequent handwashing and coughing into your sleeve. Two of the cases are linked to schools in Dartmouth. Last month, N.B. Nova Scotia will close its public schools for an extra week over the holiday season, Premier Stephen McNeil announced Friday. Both cases … Symptoms can include fever, cough and difficulty breathing – very similar to a cold or flu. Nova Scotia Health Authority's labs completed 1,788 Nova Scotia tests on Dec. 9. On March 15, 2020, three presumptive cases in Nova Scotia were announced. As schools and businesses across the country clamp down on travel in response to the surging coronavirus outbreak, many are calling on educational institutions in Nova Scotia to do the same. One case was detected at Forsyth Elementary School in … Alicia Draus has more. President Paul Wozney says Nova Scotia should take the lead of other provinces and consider cancelling classes or asking students who have traveled to stay home for two weeks after the March break. Contact tracing in schools (PDF) En français ... Find information about COVID-19 testing in Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia is reporting three new COVID-19 cases Wednesday. A recent spike in COVID-19 cases in New Brunswick has led Nova Scotia to tighten its borders to the neighbouring province. “There are alternate ways to assess students and the academic team is again working on what that might look like in terms of offering exams online, or offering a different mode of assessment,” said Nadeem. Nova Scotia reports 2 cases of COVID-19 at schools in Nova Scotia Aya Al-Hakim. If you do travel to these places, they recommend you self-monitor to see whether you develop symptoms and if you do, to contact public health authorities. Of those, 1,215 are considered resolved and … Published: Dec 23, ... Bangkok to close schools for two weeks as number of COVID-19 cases rise Coronavirus: All publicly funded schools in Ontario closing for 2 weeks due to COVID-19. Nova Scotia COVID-19 web page Canadian Public Health Agency World Health Organization (WHO) Global Affairs Canada Travel Advisory If you have any questions, please contact us at 902.468.6477. Meanwhile universities across the province are continuing with business as usual, and while not much has changed on campuses, behind the scenes there is lots of planning going on. As schools and businesses across the country clamp down on travel in response to the surging coronavirus outbreak, many are calling on educational institutions in Nova Scotia to do the same. Check Up with Dr. Carr is a new podcast hosted by Dr. Brendan Carr, President and CEO of Nova Scotia Health. Some people can develop a more severe illness. On Nov. 9, Nova Scotia toughened self-isolation requirements for those hosting non-essential visitors from outside the Bubble. Nova Scotia has reported 51 COVID-19 cases so far in November. Nova Scotia Health is working closely with the Department of Health and Wellness and other health system partners to respond to COVID-19. Starting Saturday at 8 a.m., people entering Nova Scotia from New Brunswick must complete a safe check-in form before arriving and self-isolate for 14 days upon arrival. "Everyone who is a close contact will be notified, tested and asked to self-isolate for 14 days," health officials said. Nova Scotia is reporting three new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday, two related to Dartmouth schools.One case is at Prince Andrew High School and the other is at Eric Graves Memorial Junior High School, according to a news release from the Department of Health and Wellness.The school communities have been notified, despite the schools being closed for the holiday break.An emailed … Nova Scotia will receive another shipment of 3,900 doses Pfizer-BioNtech COVID-19 vaccine this week. For full COVID-19 coverage from Global News, click here. Available as a PDF. Since Oct. 1, Nova Scotia has completed 81,706 tests. More information about prevention is available on the Nova Scotia COVID-19 web page. 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Nova Scotia is reporting three new COVID-19 cases Wednesday. Premier Blaine Higgs indicated at least 70 per cent of residents should be vaccinated before the Maritime province drops quarantine requirements for travelers. Nova Scotia has identified a case of COVID-19 today, Dec. 3, at Citadel High School, in Halifax, in Central Zone. Coronavirus fears prompt Ontario university to move classes online — should others. Universities here are not looking at shutting down just yet, but many are looking into the possibility of moving courses online if they need to. In a release, officials said 11 infections were confirmed on … Nova Scotia labs completed 1,859 tests on Thursday. This includes the Cosmetology Industry of Nova Scotia… One case was detected at Forsyth Elementary School in Dartmouth the other at Berwick and District School in the Western Zone. Aside from the high school case, officials said three of the new cases were still under investigation. All three were travel-related. “If you wait until the disease already has a foothold and is already spreading quickly in your population, taking drastic measures at that point — the impact of those measures is diminished,” said Wozney. Coronavirus: Nova Scotia to require people entering from New Brunswick to quarantine for 14 days. Strang said the province is expecting more Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine doses this week. READ MORE: Rapid screening test being developed in Halifax to quickly detect COVID-19. But due to mounting concerns about COVID-19, he made the difficult decision to cancel the trip, even if it meant losing out on a couple thousand dollars. All universities are in constant communication with Nova Scotia’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, and are following recommendations of public health officials. Some Nova Scotians saying schools, universities should be closed due to coronavirus, WATCH: Schools and universities around the world are shutting down in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19. Aside from the high school case, officials said three of the new cases were still under investigation. All of the new cases were in the Halifax area and involved close contacts of previously reported cases. Across the Bay of Fundy, health authorities in Nova Scotia reported 13 new COVID-19 infections. Premier Stephen McNeil says clinics across the province will first vaccinate the most vulnerable, including front-line workers, people in long-term care and Nova Scotians aged 75 and older. There have been 304 positive COVID-19 cases and no deaths. Meanwhile, a change.org petition has been started by university students in Ontario, calling for all schools in Canada to close in an effort to immediately stop COVID-19. The Pre-primary Program follow the Nova Scotia’s Back to School Plan and Public Health Guidance for Schools. One of those operating challenges is what would happen if campuses are forced to close or switch to online courses, something that has already happened at dozens of colleges in the United States, as well as Laurentian University in Sudbury, Ont. In Nova Scotia, private schools are not publicly funded. Schools in New Brunswick had their March break last week; the government has asked that anyone returning home from international locations after March 8 stay away from schools for 14 days. Regardless of what happens, he said next to the safety of staff and students, their main priority is making sure students are able to complete their terms. The Public Health Agency of Canada is actively monitoring the current outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and working with the World Health Organization and other international partners. 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