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Nova Scotia Restores Funding to Key Programs

Author: The Daily News Now! March 12, 2026 Duration: 1:14

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Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston reverses budget cuts, restoring over $53 million to key programs, including supports for seniors, people with disabilities, and education efforts for African Nova Scotian and Indigenous students. This decision comes after widespread protests and feedback from residents, though broader budget challenges persist.

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