🗞️ Nova Scotia Power gets grilled

Good morning, Halifax!

Everyone’s favourite energy executive Peter Gregg, CEO of Nova Scotia Power, was called to the legislature’s Natural Resources and Economic Development Committee to answer the many swirling questions around the company.

Some had to do with the cyberattack earlier this year, which saw hundreds of thousands of people’s personal information compromised. Others asked about the higher-than-usual bills customers have received since Nova Scotia Power publicly admitted to estimating power usage since the attack.

Gregg said they suspect the cyberattack to have been associated with a “Russia-based threat actor group”, while also apologizing for inflated bills customers have received that are often two-or-three times the usual amount. He also said that those with overestimations will have it “fixed”, which I desperately hope for myself and others means a refund of some kind.

The CEO also mentioned they are in the process of removing social insurance numbers from its system, something the provincial government restricted during its fall legislative session. The utility is also working on fixing the communication system between meters and its billing system. Until then, customers won’t be charged with late fees or interest.

May I remind you that Nova Scotia Power is also looking for another rate increase—partly to pay for maintenance, but also to protect the company’s own financial standing, which isn’t looking too great after the cyberattack.

Even so, it’s a disservice to charge customers more money when you have just lost the information of potentially every customer you service, let alone overcharge people for energy they haven’t used.

– B

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HOUSING

Documentary explores solutions to Canada's housing crisis with Halifax screening

A new Canadian documentary that looks beyond market forces to find real solutions to the housing crisis is coming to Halifax next month, complete with a live Q&A with the filmmaker.

Thinking Beyond the Market will have its Nova Scotia theatrical premiere on December 4 at 6:30 p.m. at Carbon Arc Cinema. The full-length film takes viewers across Canada to see policies, programs, and projects that are already working to address affordable housing.

The Coast’s Emily Edwards dives into the new film and the work of its creator, Dr. Brian Doucet.

🤔 Need To Know

⚖️ The Halifax Alehouse bouncer accused of causing the death of a patron has been found guilty of manslaughter and criminal negligence—Alexander Pishori Levy, 40, will face sentencing on April 24.

🏛️ The province has approved Halifax’s proposed bylaw change to designate Dartmouth Cove a special area, restricting infilling projects—this comes after a company attempted an infilling project, which faced significant criticism and protests from the public.

🔎 Police are investigating a homicide in the north end of Halifax—they received reports of an injured man on Gottingen Street on Wednesday morning, who later died in hospital.

🥢 The California roll was invented in: a. Tokyo, b. Los Angeles, c. Vancouver. Discover the surprising histories of Canadian foods we love in eat make share: a taste of immigration exhibition open until Jan 2026.*

🎄 Schoolhouse Gluten-Free Gourmet fans: Catch them at Halifax Seaport Market on select Saturdays in December and other local holiday markets - learn more here!*

🌯 Halifax’s Best Donair lives at Tony’s! For nearly 50 years, our sweet sauce, spiced meat, and family tradition have made us a true Halifax icon. Vote Tony's for Best Donair!*

🗳️ The people have spoken! Sabrosa is thrilled to have been nominated by YOU the people! Now is your time to shine and vote Sabrosa for Best Burrito and Best Nachos in HRM! Gracias Amigos!*

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BEST OF HALIFAX 2026

Get your votes in for the Best of Halifax 2026

This is your last chance to have a say in our Best of Halifax Awards! Our second round of voting for the Best of Halifax 2026 ends midnight on Nov. 30.

From your favourite actors and actresses to the best restaurants in the city, cast your ballot for this year’s Best of Halifax. There are seven nominees for each category. Out of those seven contenders, only one can be chosen, and it’s all up to you, our readers. Feel free to skip any categories you want, but make sure to get to the end and hit submit. Otherwise, your votes won’t count.

Make sure your voice is heard during our 31st annual Best of Halifax Awards. Get your votes in now!

🗞️ In Other News

🍁 Halifax youth and frontline workers are taking part in a pilot project from the federal government seeking to combat hate and extremist violence—Project UPSTREAM is underway in 10 Canadian communities.

💊 Opioid overdose deaths are on the rise once more in Nova Scotia, according to research from Dalhousie University—opioid fatalities had previously dropped during the pandemic.

🔥 A tractor-trailer fire on Highway 103 was quickly extinguished on Tuesday afternoon—no cause has been determined, and no injuries were reported.

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One Stage, Two Shows!

Live Art Dance, in partnership with Upstream, returns with an incredible double bill! A mesmerizing solo from local artist Gillian Seaward-Boone, paired with a soaring piece from Compagnie ODD with live music from the electrifying Raphael Wenroth-Browne. An evening of dance not to be missed – get your tickets today!

🗓️ Things To Do

Looking for something to do this week? Check out these Coast picks:

🗓 Jon Bryant presents Maritime Mistletoe: Joe Bryant delivers indie-folk tunes at the Sanctuary Arts Centre. Experience Bryant’s heartfelt songwriting and special guests at his 14th annual Christmas concert. | Nov. 27 | 8PM | $29.93 |

🗓 What’s Up! Improv: Winter Ball Show: Spontaneity Improv presents a fully-improvised show set at a winter ball. Expect completely made-up drama, awkward slow dances, and crying. Someone will definitely cry. Held at the Rox Live. | Nov. 27 | 7:30PM | $17.31 |

🗓 Anjelica Scannura at Yuk Yuks Halifax: Toronto-based comic Anjelica Scannura is coming to Halifax! Having toured coast-to-coast, performed at Just for Laughs and had a residency at Broadway Comedy Club in New York City, it’s bound to be a night full of laughs. Hosted by Dan Hendricken and featuring Sarah Boston. | Nov. 28-29 | 8PM | $25.00+ |

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⚓️ What’s In The Harbour

🚢➡️ The Atlantic Sea container ship departed Halifax for New York at 1:30am.

🚢➡️ The Box Endurance container vessel departed Halifax for Kingston at 5am.

🚢➡️ The Atlantic Sail container vessel arrived in Halifax from Liverpool at 5:20am and departs for New York at 4pm.

🚢➡️ The Algoscotia oil tanker arrives in Halifax from Sydney at 7:15am.

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Symphony Nova Scotia’s The Nutcracker is Halifax’s most beloved holiday tradition!  💂🏻‍🩰 When a young girl’s cherished toy magically comes to life, she’s whisked away to an enchanted world where she meets mischievous characters, and (the slightly fearsome) Mouse Queen 🐭. With towering puppets, sprightly dancers, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, this timeless ballet is an enchanting adventure. On stage December 5 - December 14.

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🍴 Where To Eat & Drink

🍔 Stillwell Beer Bar has a new burger on their winter menu: the Steakhouse Burger. Made with an Osprey’s Roost beef patty, sautéed cremini mushrooms, cognac-peppercorn cream sauce, and onion rings on a brioche bun.

🍗 Try out Wave Food’s chicken burger, the Brie OG. Made with buttermilk fried chicken cutlet, triple cream brie, house cranberry sauce, remoulade and lettuce on a brioche bun.

👀 In Case You Missed It

💼 The federal government has announced a new initiative taking advantage of what it calls economic “momentum” in Atlantic Canada.  Justice minister and attorney general Sean Fraser, who is also responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, announced during a livestream in Halifax on Tuesday the Atlantic Economic Panel, which will offer recommendations on “unlocking our region’s full potential.”  According to a government press release, members of the panel will seek to secure a stronger economic position for Atlantic Canada, from clean energy, defence, tourism, and other “areas of opportunity.” All seven appointed members are Atlantic Canadian private business leaders. The panel has been dubbed the Atlantic Economic Panel, created in response to shifts in global trade—no doubt influenced by the ongoing trade war with the United States. The Coast’s Brendyn Creamer details the announcement while also giving some thoughts on who may benefit from this panel’s future findings.

🥌 Nova Scotian curling legend Colleen Jones passed away at the age of 65 after a three-year battle with cancer—Jones was a six-time Canadian women’s champion and won the world championships twice.

💻 A woman says her daughter has been targeted by an online predator through a school-issued laptop—the RCMP’s Internet Child Exploitation Unit is currently investigating the incident.

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